Trials for killings during July uprising to be held in Speedy Tribunal
Staff Reporter :
The trials of cases filed over killings carried out on the orders of the Awami fascist government to suppress the student-people’s movement during the July Uprising (excluding cases under trial in the International Crimes Tribunal) will be conducted in the Speedy Trial Tribunals.
In addition, a special committee will work to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the prosecution process in cases filed over killings and other serious crimes.
Dr. Md. Rezaul Karim, Public Relations Officer of the Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, said this on Monday.
He said that a total of 837 cases have been recorded across the country over killings allegedly carried out under the directives of the Awami fascist government during the July Uprising against students and the general public.
Among these, 45 cases are currently being tried in the International Crimes Tribunal. Meanwhile, police have already submitted charge sheets in 19 murder cases in various criminal courts across the country.
It has been decided that these murder cases will be transferred to the Speedy Trial Tribunals for trial under Section 10 of the Speedy Trial Tribunal Act, 2000.
At the same time, to ensure the proper and dynamic prosecution of cases filed over killings and other serious crimes, the Ministry of Law has formed a committee headed by the Additional Secretary of the Law and Justice Division.
The committee’s terms of reference have been defined as follows:
(a) The committee will collect a complete list of all cases filed over killings and other serious crimes committed across the country during the July Uprising with the intent to suppress the student-people’s movement, along with the current status of each case.
(b) Among those cases where charge sheets have been filed (excluding those under trial in the International Crimes Tribunal), the committee will identify any existing problems in conducting the prosecution process and will submit necessary recommendations to the government to resolve those issues.
(c) The committee will periodically inform the victims’ families and the general public about the progress of its activities.
BSEC moves The reform is aimed at offering a long-awaited exit option to investors who have been locked into closed-end funds, particularly since the extension of fund tenures in 2018.
Before final approval, the BSEC has invited public opinion and also proposed a complete halt to the launch of new closed-end funds.
“The market price of most funds is much lower than their NAV, which clearly indicates underperformance,” said BSEC spokesperson Md Abul Kalam Azad.
“If these funds are converted into open-end structures, investors will finally have the flexibility to withdraw their money at their convenience.”
The amendment also introduces new structural safeguards.
Asset management companies (AMCs) will no longer directly manage fund assets; instead, custodians—with a minimum paid-up capital of Tk 2 billion—will oversee asset protection. The custodian fee will rise from 0.10 percent to 0.50 percent.
To enhance transparency and reduce risk, funds will be allowed to invest only in listed and government securities, eliminating exposure to speculative or unregulated instruments.
“Some fund managers have treated investors’ money as if it were their own inheritance,” a senior BSEC official remarked. “These measures are essential to ensure accountability.”
Currently, 37 closed-end funds are listed on the stock market, most trading well below their face value.
BD seeks participation in the “Malacca International Halal Festival 2025,” held at the Melaka International Trade Centre (MITC) in Malaysia’s historic Malacca state from 16 to 19 October.
The High Commissioner sought the support of Malacca Chief Minister YAB Datuk Seri Utama Ab Rauf bin Yusoh in expanding halal trade links and expressed optimism that more Bangladeshi companies would participate in future editions of the festival.
“Bangladesh looks forward to enhancing halal trade with Malaysia and broadening the market for Bangladeshi products in the ASEAN region,” the envoy said, briefing guests during their visit to the Bangladesh pavilion.
He highlighted Bangladesh’s wide range of exportable products, including ready-made garments, jute and leather goods, ceramics, pharmaceuticals, plastics, and food and beverage items, noting their strong potential in Malaysia and across the ASEAN market.
The High Commissioner presented a selection of Bangladeshi products as souvenirs to the Malacca Chief Minister and reaffirmed Bangladesh’s commitment to promoting halal-certified goods and strengthening trade relations through collaboration and participation in trade fairs.
The four-day festival, organised by the Melaka Islamic Religion Council (MAIM) under the patronage of the Malacca State Government, featured 400 exhibition booths across nine clusters, including food and beverage, halal fashion, and halal tourism.
Exhibitors from eight countries – Bangladesh, Korea, Vietnam, Thailand, China, Indonesia, Iran, Taiwan, and Malaysia – took part in the event.
The festival was formally inaugurated on 18 October by Chief Minister YAB Datuk Seri Utama Ab Rauf bin Yusoh.
Distinguished guests included Senator Dato’ Setia Dr Haji Mohd Na’im bin Haji Mokhtar, Minister in the Malaysian Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs), as well as delegations from Brunei, Indonesia, and Singapore, alongside senior officials from the Malacca State Cabinet and Malaysian government departments.
With support from the Bangladesh High Commission in Kuala Lumpur, the country was represented by leading food and beverage conglomerate PRAN, which showcased a wide array of halal-certified products.
The participation aimed to strengthen Bangladesh’s presence in Malaysia’s growing halal market and create new business opportunities for exporters beyond Kuala Lumpur.
In 2025 alone, Bangladesh has participated in four international trade fairs in Malaysia as part of efforts to raise the visibility of its products and services across the ASEAN region.
The Bangladesh pavilion also highlighted the upcoming Global Sourcing Expo 2025, scheduled for December in Dhaka, and provided information on export, investment, and tourism opportunities.
Throughout the festival, numerous business representatives, distributors, and visitors engaged with the Bangladesh booth, demonstrating keen interest in its products and exploring potential collaborations in the halal sector.
The Malacca International Halal Festival continues to serve as a key platform for promoting halal-certified products, fostering regional trade, and enhancing cooperation between Muslim-majority countries.