Staff Reporter : Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) Executive Director Dr Iftekharuzzaman has stated that the judiciary played a facilitating role in consolidating the authoritarian rule of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Speaking at a training workshop on investigative journalism held at the Midas Centre in Dhaka on Saturday, Dr Iftekharuzzaman also criticised a section of the media, suggesting that some outlets had contributed to the entrenchment of such governance in the country in the past. The workshop, jointly organised by...
Day: November 17, 2024
Abu Jakir : The interim government, under the leadership of Dr. Muhammad Yunus, has faced significant challenges in restoring law and order during its first 100 days in office. While the period has been marked by an increase in criminal activities, the administration is taking decisive steps to address these issues and ensure public safety. Since August 5, the temporary absence of a robust police presence created a vacuum that led to a rise in crimes such as robberies, thefts,...
Staff Reporter : Bangladesh’s macroeconomic recovery and stability have contributed to an upward trend in the capital market over the...
Diplomatic Correspondent : The Foreign Affairs Adviser to the Interim Government, Md. Touhid Hossain, has stated that the Bay of Bengal holds significant interests for Bangladesh, India, the United States, and China. He emphasised that the Rohingya crisis makes the Bay of Bengal particularly important for Bangladesh. Over the past eight years, Bangladesh has received less cooperation from its larger neighbours than anticipated in resolving this crisis. Hossain made these remarks while addressing an event titled “Bay of Bengal Conversation...
Staff Reporter : Chief Adviser of the Interim Government, Dr. Muhammad Yunus, has called for comprehensive state reforms to establish a future rooted in justice, human rights, and freedom of expression. Speaking at the inaugural session of the 3rd Bay of Bengal Conversation at the Sonargaon Hotel in Dhaka, he emphasised the government’s commitment to addressing these challenges while urging patience from citizens. The event, organised by the Centre for Governance Studies (CGS), brought together over 200 speakers, 300 delegates,...
Sr. Staff Reporter, Kishoreganj : RAB arrested two leaders of Jubo League and Sramik League in connection with the attack on the anti-discrimination student movement in Kishoreganj on Friday. The arrested are Sulaiman Miah (35), president of Jubo League in Boulai Union, and Kachchu Miah alias Khosru (38), organizing secretary of Sramik league of Boulai Union in Kishoreganj Sadar. They are arrested from Boulia area, Kishoreganj. RAB-14 Kishoreganj, Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Md. Abdul Hai Chowdhury confirmed this matter....