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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

Ireland keen to support for Bangladesh’s democratic transition: envoy

Shakib Ahmed

Ireland has expressed its full support for Bangladesh Interim Government and its ongoing reform agenda to restore democracy, Irish Ambassador Kevin Kelly said on Tuesday. During a meeting with Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus at his Tejgaon office, Kelly conveyed

No job quota for July martyrs’ families: Adviser Nahid

Shakib Ahmed

Information and Broadcasting Adviser Nahid Islam has confirmed that jobs for family members of the July martyrs will not be allocated under any quota system. In a statement on his verified Facebook page, he clarified that no competitive recruitment test

Ex-BDR members demand justice, reinstatement in 6-point protest

Niemur Rahman Emon/Shakib Ahmed

Former members of Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) have launched a six-point movement, calling for justice, reinstatement, and policy reforms.The protest began on Tuesday morning with a sit-in demonstration at the Central Shaheed Minar, drawing support from family members and relatives under

CNG drivers face fines up to Tk 50,000 for overcharging

Shakib Ahmed

The Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA) has instructed legal action against CNG and petrol-run auto-rickshaw drivers who charge fares exceeding the government-approved meter rates. The directive was issued in a letter signed by BRTA Director (Engineering) Shitangshu Shekhar Biswas on

Spinner Shohely banned for 5yr over match-fixing

Shakib Ahmed

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has imposed a five-year ban on Bangladesh women’s team spinner Shohely Akhter for violating five provisions of its Anti-Corruption Code. Despite making her international debut in 2013, Shohely did not get many opportunities in the

World Bank reaffirms support for Bangladesh reforms

Shakib Ahmed

World Bank Vice President Martin Raiser has reiterated the global financial institution’s commitment to supporting Bangladesh’s Interim Government in implementing key reforms. Raiser made this pledge during a meeting with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser, Professor Muhammad Yunus, at the State Guest

Female AL leader held for making Tiktoks in front of police station

Shakib Ahmed

A female Awami League (AL) leader has been arrested in Natore's Baraigram upazila, just hours after a TikTok video of her dancing in front of the police station went viral on social media.She was detained early Tuesday morning from her

CA urges continued US support amid crucial reforms

Shakib Ahmed

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has called for continued US support for key development projects and reform initiatives as he met with US Charge d'Affaires Tracey Jacobson in the city on Tuesday.The discussion, held at the State Guest House Jamuna,

ACC sues ex-minister Dipu Moni, husband

Shakib Ahmed

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has filed a case against former Social Welfare Minister Dipu Moni and her husband, Tawfiq-e-Elahi Chowdhury, on charges of amassing wealth worth Tk 7.88 crore beyond their known sources of income.The case was lodged on Monday,

Primary education reform committee submits recommendations to CA

Shakib Ahmed

The Primary and Non-Formal Education Reform Advisory Committee on Monday submitted its much-awaited report to the Chief Adviser, offering a comprehensive set of proposals aimed at transforming the nation’s primary education system.The report was formally presented by Dr. Manjur Ahmed,