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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

Political parties push for nat'l election after key reforms

Shakib Ahmed

During the first meeting with National Consensus Commission, major political parties and alliances, including the BNP and Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, have emphasized the need for national election after essential reforms.The meeting, held at the Foreign Service Academy in Dhaka, saw over

Govt aims to establish ‘July Charter’: Prof Yunus

Shakib Ahmed

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus announced on Saturday that the interim government’s ultimate goal is to establish the July Charter by achieving a consensus on reforms with political parties.Speaking at the closing session of the first National Consensus Commission meeting

Nat'l Consensus Commission aims for swift agreement on reforms: Ali Riaz

Shakib Ahmed

Prof. Ali Riaz, Vice-Chairman of the National Consensus Commission, emphasized on Saturday that the commission is determined to reach a political consensus swiftly, ensuring that the country moves toward a national election without unnecessary delays. He made these remarks following

No room for failure in reforms: CA

Shakib Ahmed

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus emphasized today that the success of the interim government hinges on the implementation of critical reforms, warning that any failure in restructuring the state would render their efforts meaningless. We have no room to fail.

Jamaat advocates for national election post-reform consensus

Shakib Ahmed

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami on Saturday called for the national election to be held only after political parties reach a consensus on the necessary reforms.The statement came after a meeting with the National Consensus Commission, led by Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus,

July revolution and its aftermath: Youth, media, and political change in Bangladesh

Niemur Rahman Emon/Shakib Ahmed

The July Revolution, which captured global attention, has marked a significant turning point in Bangladesh's political landscape. More than just a movement against inequality, it witnessed a resurgence of youth activism, challenges to media freedom, and shifts in political engagement.However,

Mirza Fakhrul expects national election after minimum reforms

Shakib Ahmed

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Secretary General, Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, has expressed optimism that a consensus on necessary reforms will be reached swiftly, paving the way for national elections to take place soon.Speaking to journalists after the meeting with National

Protesting teachers return to Shahbagh, call for mass rally

Shakib Ahmed

Following the High Court's decision to cancel the recruitment of assistant teachers in government primary schools, affected candidates from Dhaka and Chattogram divisions staged a sit-in at Shahbagh from Saturday morning.Demonstrating for the tenth consecutive day, they reiterated their demand

No local govt elections before national elections: Partho

Shakib Ahmed

Chairman of the Bangladesh Jatiya Party (BJP), Andaleeve Rahman Partho, has stated that he does not support holding local government elections before the national elections. Speaking to journalists outside the Foreign Service Academy after the first meeting of the National

Govt enters second phase as national consensus talks begin: Press Secretary

Shakib Ahmed

The interim government has officially entered its second phase, marking a significant milestone with the commencement of the National Consensus Commission's discussions with political parties regarding the future of Bangladesh, Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam announced Saturday. Speaking to