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● Nation waves final goodbye to uncompromising leader Khaleda Zia ● Hasina responsible for Khaleda Zia's death: Nazrul ● Pakistan, Nepal envoys call on CA after attending Khaleda Zia’s funeral ● DITF key to boosting local products, exports: CA ● Pakistan Speaker, India’s FM hold brief meeting in Dhaka ● ‘Pray for my mother,’ Tarique appeals to nation at Khaleda Zia’s janaza ● Nepal, Bhutan FMs convey condolences to Tarique Rahman

Govt slams DMP Chief’s remarks on rape

Shakib Ahmed

The Chief Adviser’s Office has strongly criticized the recent comments made by Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Sheikh Md Sazzat Ali, in which he discouraged the use of the term “rape” in public discourse. In an official statement on Sunday,

Gold prices increase ahead of Eid

Shakib Ahmed

The Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) has announced an increase of Tk 2,613 per bhori (11.664 grams) in gold prices ahead of Eid.With the surge, which will effect from tomorrow (17 March), the new price of highest quality gold (22-carat) is

CA to hold special meeting with police Monday

Shakib Ahmed

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus will hold a high-level meeting with senior police officials on Monday to discuss the country’s law and order situation and provide strategic directives for maintaining security. According to Deputy Press Secretary Abul Kalam Azad Majumder,

Pran Gopal's daughter rescued by army after being confined by protesters

Shakib Ahmed

Dr. Anindita Dutt, daughter of former Awami League MP and Health Advisor to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Professor Dr. Pran Gopal Dutt, has left Bangladesh Medical University (BMU) under army escort after being confined by protesters.She was later taken to

Govt recommends dropping 6,202 politically motivated cases

Shakib Ahmed

The government has proposed the withdrawal of 6,202 cases deemed to be politically motivated, following recommendations from a seven-member central committee under the Home Ministry. According to an official statement issued Sunday, the committee reviewed 6,295 cases, which were submitted

Remittances surge to $1.65bn in 15-day, poised to break records

Shakib Ahmed

Following recent political changes in Bangladesh, remittance inflows have accelerated significantly. The country saw its highest-ever remittance inflow in December of the 2024–25 fiscal year, reaching approximately $2.64 billion. The second-highest inflow occurred in February, the month of language commemoration,

Zambian River wiped out overnight after massive acid spill

Shakib Ahmed

Authorities in Zambia are grappling with the fallout of a devastating acid spill from a Chinese-owned mine that has severely polluted a major river, threatening the livelihoods of millions.Environmentalists warn that the long-term consequences could be catastrophic, with contamination detected

The Virtues of Ramadan: Day 15

Shakib Ahmed

The holy month of Ramadan is a time of immense spiritual significance, with each of its 30 days carrying unique virtues and blessings. Today, we explore the virtues of the 15th day of Ramadan and the special supplication associated with

Prime accused confesses to rape, murder in Magura

Shakib Ahmed

The prime accused in the case relating to the rape and murder of an 8-year-old girl in Magura has confessed to the crime in a court statement under Section 164 of the Code of Criminal Procedure.The confession was recorded on

Guterres expresses concern over disinformation targeting Bangladesh: Touhid

Shakib Ahmed

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has voiced concerns over the spread of disinformation aimed at destabilizing Bangladesh, Foreign Adviser Md Touhid Hossain said on Saturday. Addressing a joint media briefing with the UN chief at Hotel Intercontinental in Dhaka, Hossain