DU Correspondent : Thousands of Dhaka University (DU) students have reignited protests demanding the restoration of the 2018 circular that abolished quotas in first and second class government jobs, and the elimination of what they term ‘unfair’ quotas from all government positions. The demonstrations commenced on Monday, starting from the central library and culminating at the Raju sculpture on the Dhaka University campus, where students gathered to demand the cancellation of the quota system. Under the banner of the ‘Anti-Discrimination...
Day: July 2, 2024
Business Report : BRAC Bank has introduced a new ‘VISA Platinum Flexi Credit Card’ exclusively designed for the youth and young professionals aspiring to elevate their lifestyle. The new credit card comes with a wide range of lifestyle, travel, hotel stay, and dine-in benefits for cardholders at a competitive annual fee. The card’s welcome pack offers discounts at electronic shop Gadget & Gear, travel partner ShareTrip, fashion outlet Artisan, restaurant partner Six Seasons Hotel and resort partner Dera Resort &...
Staff Reporter : The main opposition party, BNP, on Monday accused the Awami League government of making Bangladesh reliant on foreign countries. The party also alleged that the government lied about the rail corridor and other Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) signed with neighboring India. “The government is deceiving the people of the country by spreading lies about granting India a rail corridor and the 10 MoUs signed in New Delhi during Sheikh Hasina’s recent visit,” BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul...
UNB : Noise pollution levels in Dhaka city are reaching alarming heights, severely impacting the daily lives of its residents. Increasing traffic, unnecessary honking, rampant use of loudspeakers, and other sources of high-decibel noise are disrupting the capital’s normalcy. Despite existing laws, there is a notable lack of effective enforcement. Residents across Dhaka are facing significant health risks due to excessive noise. Many are experiencing hearing loss, with school and university students among the most affected. Children, the elderly, and...
Staff Reporter : In a recent clarification, Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader addressed criticisms from opposition leaders regarding Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s visit to India, stating that no formal agreement was reached during the trip. Speaking at a meeting organised by the Dhaka North Unit Awami League in front of the Tejgaon District Awami League office, Quader emphasised the distinction between a memorandum of understanding (MoU) and a binding agreement. ” Mirza Fakhrul asked, “Is a memorandum of understanding...
The government’s decision to cut export incentives for the garment sector has sparked debate. Industry leaders warn the move will cripple exports during a time of rising costs and global economic instability. The garment sector, Bangladesh’s biggest export earner, heavily relies on these incentives. With the reduction, exporters fear losing competitiveness in the global market. They argue the timing is detrimental, coinciding with rising gas, electricity prices, and worker wages. The government, however, maintains the cuts are necessary to prepare...
Agency : Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone broke the women’s 400m hurdles world record for the fifth time on June 30 after crossing...
Agency : Jude Bellingham rescued England from crashing out of Euro 2024 against Slovakia on Sunday with a stunning 95th-minute...
Entertainment Report : The movie ‘Mayurakshi’ was released in only two cineplexes on Eid-ul-Azha. The movie went down from the...
Special Correspondent : The flood situation in the northern and northeastern regions of the country has deteriorated as the meteorological department predicts extremely heavy rainfall in the upstream areas over the next five days. As a result, residents of districts such as Kurigram, Lalmonirhat, Nilphamari, Rangpur, Gaibandha, Jamalpur, Sirajganj, Sylhet, Sunamganj, Habiganj, Moulvibazar, and Netrokona will face short-term flooding. Experts warn that Bangladesh is likely to experience a major flood by mid-July. Meanwhile, the West Bengal government has declared a...
Ecuador ground out a nerve-jangling 0-0 draw with Mexico to book their place in the quarter-finals of the Copa America on Sunday as Venezuela sealed top spot in Group-B with a 3-0 win over Jamaica. Ecuador, needing only a point against Mexico in Glendale, Arizona to advance on goal difference, withstood a furious late onslaught from ‘El Tri’ to reach the last eight. Mexico launched wave after wave of attacks in the final quarter, with Johan Vasquez forcing a save...