interim government bangladesh

Why fundamental reforms should precede elections

A robust democracy never emerges out of broken institutions.

Doubts growing over govt’s ability to govern: Tarique

BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman said yesterday that some recent incidents, including former president Abdul Hamid’s departure from the country, are raising doubts among people about the interim government’s ability to fulfil its responsibilities.

DUCSU election will usher in student unity

The last DUCSU election took place in 2019, shrouded by accusations of vote-rigging, anomalies, and dominance by BCL.

Collective responsibility, ministerial obligations, and bureaucratic accountability

It may be noted that a minister cannot disown the stance of his ministry with regard to important policy or executive decisions.

People believe govt delaying polls on purpose

There is a public perception that the interim government is intentionally delaying the election process, said BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir.

I would rate myself 4 out of 10: Law Adviser Asif Nazrul

While evaluating his first 100 days in office, Law Adviser Asif Nazrul rated himself four out of 10.

Govt seeks solution to stubborn inflation

Three advisers to the interim government of Bangladesh will meet today to discuss solutions for taming inflation, which remains high even though several initiatives have been implemented to this end.

Govt sets four criteria for selecting secretaries

The interim government is seeking out individuals who maintain financial integrity, demonstrate competence and uphold professionalism while selecting secretaries within the administration.

How has the interim government fared so far?

The mutilation done to the nation would require more than run of the mill actions or traditional approach.

August 21, 2024
August 21, 2024

AL govt leaves behind $156 billion debt

When Sheikh Hasina returned to power in 2008, Bangladesh’s total debt was just $33.66 billion. When she fled amid an unprecedented student-led uprising on August 5, she left behind a burden of $156 billion in local and foreign loans for the country to carry.

August 19, 2024
August 19, 2024

CPD calls for phasing out inefficient power plants

The Centre for Policy Dialogue yesterday urged the interim government to phase out all inefficient power plants as early as possible.

August 18, 2024
August 18, 2024

No option but to succeed: Yunus

Chief adviser tells foreign diplomat that students want meaningful reforms from interim govt

August 18, 2024
August 18, 2024

Will return to old curriculum as far as possible: education adviser

Education adviser of the interim government Prof Wahiduddin Mahmud today said it does not seem that the new curriculum, especially the evaluation method, is implementable.

August 18, 2024
August 18, 2024

UNDP reaffirms full support to interim government

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to support the emerging national priorities of the interim government in Bangladesh

August 16, 2024
August 16, 2024

Mob justice goes against the spirit of the student movement

In a true democracy, criticism should not be equated with betrayal, but embraced as a necessary part of the discourse.

August 14, 2024
August 14, 2024

Salman, Anisul to be produced before court today

The duo will be produced before the Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Court of Dhaka this afternoon

August 13, 2024
August 13, 2024

Police to get new uniform, logo; committee formed

Change demanded by police due to mistrust of the force for recent acts

August 13, 2024
August 13, 2024

Rights equal for all, Yunus says during Dhakeshwari Temple visit

While visiting Dhakeshwari National Temple in Dhaka today, Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus sought cooperation from all and called upon the country people to exercise patience before judging his government's role

August 13, 2024
August 13, 2024

Farooq-e Azam sworn in as adviser

All 17 interim government advisers have now taken the oath of office