Hasina regime silenced media

Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam yesterday said steps must be taken to ensure that no one can directly interfere with the media in the future like it was done during the ousted Sheikh Hasina government.

Polls in 6 months unrealistic: Sarjis

Holding elections within the next six months is unrealistic, said Sarjis Alam, chief organiser of Jatiya Nagorik Committee, yesterday at an event in Panchagarh.

What should be the tenure for a PM as per Reform Commission

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Israeli security cabinet approves Gaza ceasefire deal

The agreement, which must now go to the full cabinet for a final green light, would halt fighting and bombardment in Gaza's deadliest-ever war

HRW report: Govt must ensure past abuses are not repeated

With the international community closely watching, Bangladesh finds itself at a critical juncture in its democratic journey.

Column by Mahfuz Anam / We never got a chance to reform our state and politics like now. Let’s not waste it

Our initial study of the reports of the four commissions indicates that the recommendations are quite substantive.

Premier League title battle not a two-horse race, says Arteta

Mikel Arteta said on Friday the Premier League title race cannot be boiled down to a straight shootout between Arsenal and Liverpool as he urged his players to relish the battle.

IMF raises global growth outlook and flags rising economic divergence

Global growth is expected to increase slightly this year while remaining stuck below its pre-pandemic average, the IMF said Friday, flagging the growing economic divide between the United States and European countries..In an update to its flagship World Economic Outlook report, the Interna

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Bangladesh crash out of quarters in Kho Kho World Cup 

Bangladesh's journey in the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup came to an end at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Gymnasium in New Delhi on Friday as both the men's and women's teams lost their quarterfinal encounters.

Khushdil, Javed shine as Rangpur confirm BPL top four

An expert all-round display from Khushdil Shah and the new ball sizzle from pacer Akif Javed saw league leaders Rangpur Riders beat Chittagong Kings by 33 runs and confirm their spot into the top four of the Bangladesh Premier League in Chattogram on Friday.

Belgium sack national team coach Tedesco

Belgium's football association on Friday announced the sacking of national team coach Domenico Tedesco after disappointing performances at Euro 2024 and in the Nations League.

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Set priority reform sectors based on consensus: EU

However, the EU said those priority reform areas should be identified based on a consensus reached by dialogues between the interim government and political parties.

Bangladesh urges Australia to simplify visa process, establish Dhaka-based facility

Acting envoy Nardia Simpson assures her continued efforts at headquarters to address visa and consular issues upon her return

Future leaders should learn from the past: adviser Sakhawat

Shipping Adviser Brigadier General (retd) M Sakhawat Hussain today said those who will come to power in the future should learn from the past

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Top terrorists involved in extortion after being released from jail?

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Human chain demands coastal protection

A human chain was formed in Barguna's Bihanga Island, adjacent to the Baleshwar River in the Sundarbans, today, demanding the modernisation of the Forest Department, an increase in manpower, exemplary punishment for forest destroyers, prevention of harassment of innocent people, and the protection of Bihanga Island and the coastal region

BSF hangs glass bottles on Dahagram border fence, locals concerned

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) officials, however, have urged residents to remain calm.

10 JU teachers voice concern over ‘clandestine activities’ of Chhatra Shibir

A group of 10 Jahangirnagar University teachers has voiced concerns about the “clandestine political activities” of Islami Chhatra Shibir on the university campus