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ICT seeks red notice for Hasina’s arrest
"As an international policing agency, Interpol has been requested to take necessary steps to ensure her arrest"
Bringing back fugitives: Govt to ask for Interpol’s red notice
The government will request the Interpol to issue red notices to arrest and bring back fugitives allegedly involved in the killings and genocide during the July-August mass uprising, Law Adviser Prof Asif Nazrul said yesterday.
Govt waives tuition fees for students injured during mass uprising
The decision will be effective from their current stage of education up to university level
July uprising: Protesters to be shielded from cases
The home ministry said that no cases can be filed against students and people who actively took part in the mass uprising of July-August.
2 months of interim govt: Hopes still persist
The interim government had taken oath two months ago with overwhelming public support and amid almost equally unrealistic expectations.
A curious tale of two cases
Two cases were filed over the killing of two men in the capital’s Jatrabari during the mass uprising that toppled the Awami League government.
Govt publishes preliminary list of those killed in July-August protests
The interim government today published a preliminary list of the people who died during the student-led mass protests in July and August.
RAB denies opening fire on students, protesters
The Rapid Action Battalion (Rab) today denied allegations of opening fire on students and protesters, said Lt Col Md Munim Ferdous, head of Rab's media wing
Cops still afraid to come out of cocoon
An overarching sense of frustration, apprehension, and opportunism prevails over the police force, rendering it virtually dysfunctional.
US talking to India, neighbouring countries about recent events in Bangladesh
Washington has been in touch with New Delhi and other countries in the region to discuss the recent developments in Bangladesh and push for an end to violence
March to the beat: How hip-hop music shaped Bangladesh’s quota reform movement
If we flip the pages of history, we will find that rap and hip-hop music has been a powerful medium for expressing discontent, rallying causes, and standing up to authority. Although other forms of music also contributed in their own way, there is something about hip-hop music when it comes to challenging established power structures that sets it apart from the others.
Interim govt wants ICT trial of killings during student protests: Asif Nazrul
The government is also trying to ensure that ICT investigators work under the supervision of United Nations, he says
Hope India ensures Bangladesh elections are held in 90 days: Joy
In an interview with Indian Express, Hasina's son also says govt should have talked to students from the start of quota protests
‘That’s laughable’, State Dept says on claims of US role in mass protests
"We have seen a lot of disinformation in recent weeks, and we remain incredibly committed to strengthening information integrity across the digital ecosystem, especially with our partners in South Asia," US State Department spokesperson said
Students call ‘Resistance Week’ programme starting today
The Anti-Discrimination Student Movement announced a "Resistance Week" programme today to press home their four-point demand
US not involved in Sheikh Hasina’s fall: White House
Any reports of US involvement in the fall of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina are just "rumours", it says
July Revolution and Gen-Z’s march to mass political awareness
Gen-Z have finally become mass aware of their socio-political rights and started to ask for accountability, transparency, and honour.
Elevated expressway: Toll collection resumes from 3pm
Operations were suspended since July 18
42 cops killed during recent movement: IGP
Newly appointed Inspector General of Police (IGP) Md Mainul Islam today said at least 42 members of the police force were killed and scores injured in clashes during the recent mass student movement