Staff Reporter : Amnesty International has urged the newly formed interim government, led by Nobel Laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus, to restore freedom of expression in Bangladesh and repeal the draconian Cyber Security Act (CSA).“The interim government must undo this long-standing legacy of quashing dissent by repealing laws such as the CSA, which threaten and undermine the rights to freedom of expression, liberty, and privacy in Bangladesh,” said Taqbir Huda, Regional Researcher for South Asia at Amnesty International, on Thursday.Amnesty International...
Staff Reporter : The Cabinet Division has announced the distribution of portfolios for the interim government of Bangladesh, with Chief...
Staff Reporter : Bangladesh’s economic activities faced significant setbacks in July due to disruptions in production and business operations, as well as the impact of violence, internet outages, and curfews imposed by the previous government in an effort to suppress protests. This information comes from the latest Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) report. According to the “Bangladesh Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) Report” released by the Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI) on Thursday, the PMI for July dropped sharply by...
Staff Reporter : The interim government headed by Nobel Laureate Dr Muhammad Yunus took oath on Thursday with the spirit...
Staff Reporter : All contractual appointments of officials made during the tenure of the recently ousted Awami League government are set to be annulled, according to top administrative sources. An official notification detailing these cancellations will be issued following the formation of the interim government, sources confirmed. In addition, there is a growing movement to remove other officials who benefitted from positions granted during the Awami League administration. Shamsus Sadat Selim, Head of the APD Wing and Additional Secretary of...
Staff Reporter : US Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken has emphasised the need for the interim government in Bangladesh to adhere to democratic principles, uphold the rule of law, and accurately reflect the will of the Bangladeshi people. In a joint press briefing held in Washington on Wednesday, Blinken asserted, “Any decisions made by the interim government must respect democratic principles, uphold the rule of law, and reflect the will of the people.” Blinken further highlighted that the US...
Staff Reporter : In the wake of escalating violence across Bangladesh, including the capital city, many residents endured a restless night, gathering in groups to patrol their streets amid mounting fears of robbery and looting. This anxiety comes as the interim government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, prepares to take office on Thursday. The panic surrounding potential robberies has intensified in areas such as Dhanmondi, Shankar, and Mirpur. Since Tuesday, apprehension about criminal activity has spread rapidly throughout the...
Staff Reporter : Indian prime minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Nobel laureate Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus on the assumption of his new responsibilities as the chief advisor to Bangladesh’s interim government. The Indian PM congratulated the Bangladesh interim government chief in a post on social media platform X, formerly twitter, minutes after the later took oath at a ceremony at Bangabhaban in Dhaka. ‘My best wishes to Professor Muhammad Yunus on the assumption of his new responsibilities. We hope for...
Staff Reporter : Nobel Laureate Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus has called for an end to violence and cautioned against letting recent achievements be undermined by errors. In a statement released by the Yunus Centre on Wednesday, Dr Yunus, who is set to lead an interim government following the recent upheaval, congratulated the students for their bravery and urged everyone to work towards nation-building. “I congratulate the brave students who played a pivotal role in securing our Second Victory Day and...
Staff Reporter : Amid the sense of insecurity among the country’s minority communities, benevolent locals and Madrasa students are guarding the houses and temples of Hindu community and others to protect them from any sort of attacks or violence on them. Following the overthrown of Sheikh Hasina from her seat of power, it has been reported that the minorities, especially Hindu community came under attacks, which was highly criticised both home and abroad, in different parts of the country. When...
Special Report : In an exclusive interview broadcasted on August 5, 2024 on WION News of India following the unexpected...
Staff Reporter : Pakistan has expressed its confidence that the resilient spirit and unity of the people of Bangladesh will lead them towards a harmonious future. A statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Islamabad on Wednesday said that Pakistan conveyed its solidarity with the people of Bangladesh amid the ongoing protests and unrest. The statement said, “The Government and people of Pakistan stand in solidarity with the people of Bangladesh, sincerely hoping for peaceful and swift return...