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                                <updated>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 10:46:44 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[33 Members of Banned Group Arrested Over Garment Workers’ Protests]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Garment workers continued their protests for the fourth consecutive day, demanding a minimum monthly wage of Tk 30,000. Police have arrested 33 members of a banned organisation who allegedly disguised themselves as garment workers to carry out subversive activities during the demonstrations.

Deputy Commissioner (Media and Public Relations) of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP), Md Aktar Hossain, confirmed the arrests on Tuesday (November 3).

According to Aktar Hossain, the DMP arrested 33 members of the banned organisation over the past 24 hours. They allegedly posed as garment workers to engage in subversive activities during the protests.

Meanwhile, the demonstrations over the past few days have been marked by repeated chases and counter-chases, clashes with police and incidents of vehicle arson. Several cases have also been filed in connection with three consecutive days of protests in Mirpur, Dhaka, involving allegations of arson and attacks on police. Thousands of people have been named as accused in these cases.

Driven by a commitment to fearless, investigative, informative and independent journalism, Jago News began its journey on May 10, 2014. The online news portal delivers real-time updates by making extensive use of modern technology.

It covers the latest and breaking news from home and abroad, including entertainment, lifestyle, special reports, politics, economics, culture, education, information technology, health, sports, columns and features.

Jago News has built a dedicated team of energetic young journalists and aims to connect Bengalis across the world, bringing a new dimension to online journalism.

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            <updated>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 10:46:44 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[PM pays courtesy call on President]]></title>
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                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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                <![CDATA[Prime Minister Tarique Rahman paid a courtesy call on President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir at Bangabhaban on Tuesday.

The meeting was held at noon, President&rsquo;s Press Secretary Sarwar Alam confirmed.

During the meeting, the Prime Minister briefed the President on the outcome of his recent visit to Japan.

They also exchanged views on the overall situation in the country and discussed various issues concerning national interests.

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            <updated>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 10:46:16 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Russian Strike Kills 26 at Ukraine Aid Centre]]></title>
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                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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                <![CDATA[At least 26 people have been killed after Russian bombs struck a humanitarian aid distribution centre in Ukraine, in an attack described by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as &ldquo;utterly horrific&rdquo;.

Five people were injured, while 27 were initially reported missing after at least nine 3,000kg aerial bombs hit the village of Komyshuvakha in the southern Zaporizhzhia region, regional head Mykhailo Semikin said.

Zelensky said the first strike targeted a local school being used to distribute humanitarian aid. A second attack then hit the area where people had gathered for shelter.

Following Monday&rsquo;s attack, he shared a video showing a massive crater at the site, while rescue workers searched through the debris for survivors.

The Russian military has not issued any public comment on the attack.

Zelensky initially reported that 18 people had been killed. However, Ukraine&rsquo;s State Emergency Service (DSNS) later confirmed that 24 people, including two rescuers and four police officers, had died. In his video address late Monday, the president raised the confirmed death toll to 26.

Earlier, Zelensky said Russian forces could not have been unaware that residents who remained in Komyshuvakha regularly received humanitarian assistance at the location every Monday.

&ldquo;This is yet another proof that Russia does not want any de-escalation,&rdquo; he said.

Referring to a recent joint operation by Russia and Ukraine to evacuate civilians from the Russian-occupied southern city of Oleshky during a temporary ceasefire brokered by US First Lady Melania Trump, Zelensky said there had been an opportunity to demonstrate that peace was possible.

&ldquo;Instead, with such killings, Russia is sending the exact opposite signal&mdash;Russia is counting on further killings,&rdquo; he added.

Meanwhile, Semikin described the incident as a &ldquo;terrible tragedy&rdquo; for the village, confirming that people were still trapped beneath the rubble.

Rescue teams continued their operations at the scene but were forced to suspend their work several times because of Russian drone attacks in the area.

A day of mourning was declared across the Zaporizhzhia region for Tuesday.

Russian President Vladimir Putin launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.

Meanwhile, peace negotiations involving Ukraine, Russia and the United States are expected to resume in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, next week, according to US President Donald Trump&rsquo;s special envoy Steve Witkoff.

In a post on X, Witkoff said the upcoming discussions would focus on post-war security arrangements, de-escalation, humanitarian efforts and further steps towards peace.

He also said US representatives would meet European and NATO officials in Brussels this week.

The talks have remained suspended since February, while Moscow has intensified its attacks as Kyiv faces a shortage of Western-supplied missile interceptors for its air defence systems.

However, no major breakthrough is expected from the upcoming negotiations.

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            <updated>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 09:47:38 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Mirpur RMG workers’ protests, clashes: 10,500 accused in 4 cases]]></title>
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            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Four cases have been filed over two consecutive days of protests, vandalism, arson and attacks on police by ready-made garment (RMG) workers in Mirpur, Dhaka, who were demanding a minimum monthly wage of Tk 30,000.

Around 10,500 unidentified individuals have been accused in the cases, while police have so far arrested 22 people in connection with the incidents.

The officers-in-charge (OCs) of Mirpur Model and Pallabi police stations confirmed the information to Jago News on Monday (November 2).

Mirpur Model Police Station OC Md Hafizur Rahman said a case had been filed over the vandalism of a traffic police box and an attack on police in Mirpur. Around 3,000 unidentified individuals were made accused in the case.

Six people have so far been arrested. Several others were also detained on Monday, but their identities are being verified, he said, adding that police were continuing the arrest drive by analysing CCTV footage.

Meanwhile, Pallabi Police Station OC Jalal Uddin said three cases had been filed over setting fire to a police vehicle, attacking law enforcement personnel, obstructing government duties and vandalising a traffic police box.

Police filed all three cases, each accusing between 2,000 and 2,500 unidentified individuals. A total of 16 people have so far been arrested in connection with these cases, he added.

Meanwhile, the Detective Branch (DB) of police alleged that local leaders and activists of the now-banned Awami League had planned to exploit the garment workers&#39; movement to create violence in Mirpur, despite the workers&#39; demands being legitimate.

According to the DB, a section of the alleged instigators had organised themselves through online groups and planned large-scale sabotage under the cover of the labour movement.

The DB further claimed that 11 of those detained in Mirpur were leaders and activists of the Awami League, Juba League and Chhatra League. They were reportedly not regular workers at local garment factories but had travelled to Mirpur from different districts with the intention of carrying out sabotage.

The police intelligence unit alleged that the individuals were attempting to divert the workers&#39; peaceful movement towards other objectives and create public panic and instability across the country.

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            <updated>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:28:43 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[RMG workers clash with police, torch covered van in Ashulia]]></title>
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            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Garment workers clashed with police in Ashulia of Savar on Monday during protests demanding a minimum monthly wage of Tk 30,000 and other benefits. During the clashes, protesters set fire to a covered van belonging to a garment factory.

The clashes erupted after 10:00am in the Narsinghpur and Nischintapur areas along the Abdullahpur-Baipail road, prompting police to fire tear gas shells and sound grenades to disperse the demonstrators.

According to witnesses, workers initially gathered in front of Ananta and later Ha-Meem factories in the morning. They attempted to block the road to press home their demands, leading to tensions with law enforcement personnel and eventually violent clashes.

Police fired tear gas shells and sound grenades to disperse the protesters. However, repeated chases and counter-chases continued in the area.

At around 11:10am, protesters set fire to a covered van belonging to a garment factory in front of Nadi Filling Station in Narsinghpur.

Earlier, around 9:30am, workers of New Age factory in Narsinghpur staged a demonstration after stopping work, demanding a minimum monthly wage of Tk 30,000 along with other benefits. Workers from nearby factories later joined the protests.

Assistant Superintendent of Police Shoaeb Ahmed of Industrial Police-1 was injured after being struck by brickbats during the clashes.

Industrial Police-1 Additional Superintendent of Police (Operations and Intelligence) Shoaeb Ahmed said police and other law enforcement agencies were working to bring the situation under control.

As tensions escalated, most factories in the industrial area declared holidays for the day.

As of 11:30am, workers and law enforcement personnel remained in a tense face-off at the scene. No major casualties had been reported immediately.

Additional police personnel were deployed in and around the area to prevent further violence and maintain law and order.

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            <updated>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:17:37 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Cyclone Murasu: Maritime ports advised to keep signal 2 hoisted]]></title>
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                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox&rsquo;s Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been advised to keep distant warning signal No. 2 hoisted as Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu continued moving northwestwards over the west-central Bay of Bengal and adjoining southwest Bay.

According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD), the storm moved northwestwards over the same region at 6:00am on Monday (November 2, 2026).

At the time, the cyclone was located approximately 1,440 kilometres southwest of Chattogram, 1,400 kilometres southwest of Cox&rsquo;s Bazar, 1,275 kilometres southwest of Mongla and 1,295 kilometres southwest of Payra port.

In its Special Weather Bulletin No. 8, issued on Monday, the BMD said the storm was likely to continue moving northwestwards and cross the Andhra Pradesh coast of India by Monday night as a Severe Cyclonic Storm.

The maximum sustained wind speed within 64 kilometres of the storm&#39;s centre was around 89 kilometres per hour, increasing to 117 kilometres per hour in gusts or squalls, the bulletin said.

The sea is expected to remain rough near the storm&#39;s centre, it added.

Meanwhile, all fishing boats and trawlers operating in the North Bay have been advised to remain close to the coast and proceed with caution until further notice.

Sun News/ rabbi

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            <updated>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:57:23 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Garment workers’ minimum wage to be fixed soon: Home Minister]]></title>
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                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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                <![CDATA[Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed on Monday said the minimum wage for garment workers would be announced as soon as possible following consultations with relevant stakeholders.

He said a Wage Board comprising representatives of both workers and employers had already been formed to determine the new minimum wage.

&ldquo;The board may hold its first meeting today. If not, it will meet very soon, and the minimum wage will be fixed within a specific timeframe through discussions,&rdquo; he said.

The minister made the remarks while speaking to journalists at the Secretariat following a meeting with leaders of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) and the Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA).

Salahuddin Ahmed alleged that some industrial owners, including former members of parliament, ministers and state ministers, were involved in instigating unrest in the garment sector and had links to banned organisations.

He warned that strict action would be taken against those attempting to create instability and disrupt law and order under the guise of labour movements.

&ldquo;The Prime Minister has issued directives to ensure workers&#39; interests are protected and their living standards improve. He has emphasised that all relevant factors must be considered with empathy while determining wages,&rdquo; the minister said.

He noted that the current three-year wage cycle would expire in December. The Wage Board would consult all relevant stakeholders and determine the minimum wage in line with prevailing economic conditions.

Therefore, he said, there was no justification for unrest in the sector.

Referring to alleged political involvement in the recent labour unrest, the Home Minister said some groups linked to the ousted regime had been using ordinary workers to create instability over the past few days.

&ldquo;Some industrial and mill owners are involved, along with certain groups operating under the banner of labour organisations. It is questionable whether they are genuinely concerned about workers&#39; welfare. They have fuelled unrest and violence, attempting to destabilise the country through street protests, which do not serve the interests of workers,&rdquo; he said.

The minister said several individuals allegedly involved in such activities had already been brought under the purview of the law.

&ldquo;We have collected video footage and other evidence of their activities, including audio recordings and visual footage of various violent incidents,&rdquo; he added.

Salahuddin Ahmed also sought cooperation from employers, asking them to provide a list of industrial owners who had deliberately kept their factories closed.

He said employers had also been asked to identify the organisations and individuals allegedly involved in inciting unrest.

&ldquo;We believe no genuine worker or labour organisation would engage in activities that go against workers&#39; interests. Those instigating the unrest include identified individuals linked to fallen political forces. They are not workers,&rdquo; he said.

He added that genuine workers and labour leaders would never want to destroy their own livelihoods.

The minister urged anyone who might have become involved in such activities, even unknowingly, to immediately withdraw from them.

Labour and Employment Minister Ariful Haque Choudhury, Prime Minister&#39;s Adviser Mahdi Amin, and Advocate Shamsur Rahman Simul Biswas, MP for Pabna-5 and chief coordinator of the Jatiyatabadi Sramik Dal, were also present at the meeting.

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            <updated>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:51:48 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Class XI admission: Third and final phase begins]]></title>
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                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The third and final phase of admission to Class XI for the 2026-27 academic year begins on Monday (November 2) and will continue until Tuesday (November 3).

The Bangladesh Inter-Education Board Coordination Committee announced the schedule in a notice issued on Sunday (November 1).

According to the notice, the migration results based on the preferences of students who completed the confirmation process in the third phase were published at 8:00pm on Sunday. Students selected for admission must complete the process at their respective colleges within the next two days.

This year, the third phase will be the final round of online admission to Class XI. Students and their guardians have been urged to complete all admission formalities within the specified deadline.

Under the board&#39;s guidelines, students who did not apply in the earlier phases, were not selected by any college, failed to confirm their final nomination or could not complete admission within the designated timeframe will be eligible to apply in this final phase.

Applicants must choose a minimum of five and a maximum of 10 colleges according to their preferences, considering the availability of vacant seats. They must follow the instructions published on the official Class XI admission website.

However, students who applied in the second phase but were not selected by any college will not be required to pay the Tk 220 application fee again. Instead, they can log in to the admission portal and update their college preferences.

The notice also stated that applicants seeking admission under quota facilities must ensure that they meet the relevant eligibility requirements. Selected students must pay the confirmation fee and complete the admission process within the prescribed deadline.

The board authorities will not take responsibility for any complications resulting from errors in the application or admission process.

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            <updated>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 08:51:10 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[RMG workers clash with police, torch vehicle in Mirpur]]></title>
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                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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                <![CDATA[Ready-made garment (RMG) workers clashed with police and set fire to a police vehicle in Mirpur-11 of the capital on Sunday as protests demanding a minimum monthly wage of Tk 30,000 continued for the second consecutive day.

The clashes erupted when police attempted to remove workers who had blocked roads at several locations across Mirpur.

The protesters began their demonstration around 9:00am by occupying the Mirpur-10 roundabout. Later, workers from garment factories in Mirpur-11, Mirpur-12, Prashika intersection and nearby areas joined the protest.

The blockade brought traffic movement in the area to a complete standstill, causing severe congestion on surrounding roads.

At one stage, police used water cannons, tear gas and sound grenades to disperse the protesters. This led to several rounds of chases and clashes between workers and law enforcement personnel.

Officer-in-Charge of Pallabi Police Station Jalal Uddin said garment workers had been staging demonstrations on roads in Mirpur-10, Mirpur-11, Mirpur-12 and adjoining areas since the morning.

Additional police personnel were deployed to bring the situation under control, he said, adding that law enforcers were working to clear the blocked roads and restore traffic movement.

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Labour and Employment has formed a minimum wage board to determine the wages of garment workers. Despite the move, workers continued their demonstrations, insisting on their demand for a minimum monthly wage of Tk 30,000.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sun, 01 Nov 2026 08:48:41 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[President calls for skills training, jobs for young people]]></title>
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                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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                <![CDATA[President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Sunday called for expanding skills-based training, providing financial assistance to small entrepreneurs and creating more employment opportunities to make the best use of the country&#39;s demographic dividend.

He made the call while addressing the inaugural ceremony of National Youth Day 2026 as the chief guest at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre in Dhaka.

Describing young people as the country&#39;s most valuable human resource and a key driver of national development, the President said Bangladesh cannot achieve meaningful progress through political change alone.

He stressed the need to utilise the country&#39;s large youth population effectively to strengthen the national economy and prepare for graduation from the Least Developed Country (LDC) category.

The President said young people must be made employment-oriented and equipped with practical skills so they can contribute more effectively to the country&#39;s economic growth.

Referring to the success of young entrepreneurs, particularly women entrepreneurs, he said many were expanding their businesses and exporting products despite having limited financial resources. He urged the government to ensure proper training and minimum financial support for aspiring entrepreneurs to help them become self-reliant.

Mirza Fakhrul also called for expanding the activities of the Department of Youth Development across the country, particularly its training and loan programmes, to bring more young people under these initiatives.

Emphasising the importance of education reform, he said the country needs a demand-based education system with greater focus on technical and vocational training to meet the requirements of both domestic and international labour markets.

Bangladesh could earn significantly more foreign currency by sending skilled workers abroad, he said, stressing the need to expand technical training institutions.

The President also highlighted the potential of biogas technology, saying it could help rural households, particularly livestock farmers, generate energy from animal waste and reduce pressure on the country&#39;s overall energy supply.

Expressing concern over the growing problem of drug addiction among young people, he called for effective measures to tackle the issue. Unemployment and frustration are among the factors contributing to drug abuse, he said, underscoring the importance of job creation and awareness programmes.

He urged young people to stand against violence against women, dowry and all forms of discrimination. He also called for community-based initiatives and social movements to address such problems.

The President stressed the need to ensure equal opportunities for young women in education, employment, entrepreneurship and leadership.

Referring to the country&#39;s political transition, Mirza Fakhrul said the opportunities created through the establishment of a democratic system must be utilised for national development.

He called on political parties to practise parliament-centred politics and resolve national issues through discussions in parliament rather than street-based confrontations.

Congratulating the recipients of the National Youth Award and Youth Volunteer Award, the President said their achievements would encourage other young people to contribute to society.

He urged the youth to remain determined and work towards building a self-reliant, skilled, technology-driven and humane Bangladesh.

&quot;Never give up. We will continue our struggle and move forward,&quot; he said.

Upon arriving at the venue, the President was received by State Minister for Youth and Sports Md Aminul Haque, Chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on the Ministry of Youth and Sports Md Abul Khair Bhuiyan, Acting Secretary Md Mahfuzul Alam Khan and Director General of the Department of Youth Development Md Motaher Hossain.

Later, he visited exhibition stalls showcasing various youth initiatives and a job fair organised at the conference centre.

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            <updated>Sun, 01 Nov 2026 08:29:48 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[PM visits Toyota factory in Japan]]></title>
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                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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                <![CDATA[Prime Minister Tarique Rahman visited Toyota&rsquo;s Motomachi factory in Nagoya, Japan, on Thursday as part of his four-day official visit to the country.

The prime minister toured the factory around noon local time and observed its vehicle assembly process, Deputy Press Secretary Shahadat Shadhin said.

Senior Toyota officials, including Masahiko Maeda, CEO for South Asia at Toyota Motor Corporation; Shigeru Harada, CEO of the Mobility Division at Toyota Tsusho Corporation; and Chief Operating Officer Shinichiro Otsuka, were present during the visit.

Prime Minister&rsquo;s wife Dr Zubaida Rahman accompanied him on the tour.

Other members of the delegation included Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister M Rashiduzzaman Millat, State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Aninda Islam Amit, Adviser on Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology, and Science and Technology Rehan Asif Asad.

The delegation also included Dr Md Shakirul Islam Khan, the prime minister&rsquo;s special assistant for overseas employment in the Asia-Pacific region; Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Rumon; and Research Officer Abdus Sattar Patwary, among others.

The visit was part of the prime minister&rsquo;s official engagements in Japan.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:14:31 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Tahsif sometimes feared for his safety but never explained why: Father]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[The father of former Bangladesh Air Force flight lieutenant KM Tahsif Souri, whose body was recovered from the Turag River, said he remains unaware of who was responsible for his son&rsquo;s death, although Tahsif had occasionally expressed concerns about his safety.

&ldquo;Tahsif would sometimes tell me that he was feeling a little apprehensive. But he never told me what he was worried about,&rdquo; his father, KM Enayetul Karim Helal, told Jago News at their residence in Uttara, Dhaka, on Thursday, October 29.

He said his son had never mentioned receiving any threats or intimidation.

According to Enayetul Karim, the family was informed that Tahsif had been dismissed from the Air Force on disciplinary grounds. After leaving the service, he worked at the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), Netra News and, most recently, Virgo Tobacco.

Describing his son as polite and sociable, Enayetul Karim said Tahsif maintained cordial relationships with people across different levels of seniority.

Recounting the events leading up to his son&rsquo;s disappearance, he said Tahsif had spent the entire day with his mother on October 27 and had also gone shopping, purchasing some items for his father.

&ldquo;Before evening, one of his junior friends came to call him from downstairs. Tahsif told his mother, &lsquo;Dip is here. I&rsquo;ll go and talk to him.&rsquo; He went downstairs but never returned home,&rdquo; he said.

Enayetul Karim said Tahsif&rsquo;s mother repeatedly tried to contact him by phone, but he did not return. At 1:35am, Tahsif sent his mother a message saying, &ldquo;Mummy, I&rsquo;m coming.&rdquo; The family was unable to trace him after that.

The father said he went to Turag Police Station on Wednesday afternoon to inquire about his missing son. Police reportedly reassured him that there was no indication of any adverse incident.

However, at around 5:15pm, he received further information about the incident.

The circumstances surrounding Tahsif&rsquo;s death remain unclear. Police have sent his body to Shaheed Suhrawardy Medical College Hospital for an autopsy to determine the cause of death.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:14:24 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Iran says it shot down US MQ-1 drone over Strait of Hormuz]]></title>
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            <updated>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:03:48 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[2 more die with measles symptoms in 24 hours]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Two more people have died with measles-like symptoms across the country in the 24 hours leading up to 8:00am on Wednesday, bringing the combined number of confirmed and suspected measles-related deaths to 1,242.

Of the total deaths, 1,137 were suspected measles deaths, while 105 were confirmed, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).

During the same period, 1,322 new suspected measles cases were reported, raising the nationwide total to 225,106. Meanwhile, 90 new laboratory-confirmed cases were recorded, taking the total number of confirmed infections to 23,631.

Since March 15 this year, a total of 200,319 patients with suspected measles have been hospitalised across the country. Of them, 192,178 have recovered, according to the DGHS.

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            <updated>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:04:57 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[PM urges expatriates to help build a better Bangladesh]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Wednesday urged all Bangladeshis, including expatriates living abroad, to contribute to building a developed and prosperous country with better facilities for its people at home and overseas.

&ldquo;We are all Bangladeshis. Our priority should be to do something for our country and do something better,&rdquo; he said while exchanging views with Bangladeshi expatriates at a hotel in Tokyo.

Tarique said a better Bangladesh would benefit its citizens regardless of whether they live in the country or abroad. He called on people to work together for national progress, irrespective of their positions or locations.

&ldquo;Wherever we are and whatever position we hold, if we believe that any work we do can bring something good for our country and its people, we should try to do it,&rdquo; the Prime Minister said.

He made the remarks in response to a question from a Bangladeshi expatriate about the government&#39;s plans for overseas Bangladeshis, including those involved in political activities abroad.

Tarique said the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) had received the people&#39;s mandate to govern the country and that the government&#39;s priority was to work for the welfare of the nation.

Addressing the expatriates, he said that although they might currently be living abroad, they remained Bangladeshis and could return home one day. He urged them to consider the country&#39;s development a shared responsibility and contribute to it from wherever they lived.

The programme was organised by Bangladesh Community, Japan, at a hotel in Tokyo. Prime Minister&#39;s wife Dr Zubaida Rahman was also present.

Foreign languages to be introduced in schools next year

During the exchange, Tarique outlined plans to introduce Japanese and several other foreign languages in schools, expand healthcare services at the upazila level and improve skills training for Bangladeshis seeking employment abroad.

He said the government planned to introduce Japanese and other foreign languages in schools from next year to equip students with the skills needed for higher education and employment opportunities overseas.

Under the plan, students would be able to choose Japanese, German or French as a third language alongside English and their mother tongue.

&ldquo;We want to build a system where students learn a third language alongside English and their mother tongue,&rdquo; he said.

Responding to a question from a young expatriate about the growing interest among Bangladeshi students in learning Japanese and pursuing higher education in Japan, the Prime Minister said work on the initiative had already begun. The government expected to start introducing the languages in schools next year.

He also said sports, arts and culture would be made compulsory components of education, allowing students to develop skills in at least one sport and one area of arts or culture.

Vocational education would also receive greater emphasis, he said, adding that a stronger education system would help prepare young people for future employment and enable them to compete internationally.

Upazila hospitals to be upgraded to 150 beds

Responding to a question about healthcare and technological cooperation with Japan, the Prime Minister said the government planned to expand healthcare facilities at the upazila level to improve access to basic medical services, particularly for women and children.

He said the government aimed to upgrade existing 50-bed upazila health complexes into 150-bed hospitals over the next five years.

The upgraded facilities would include dialysis units, paediatric services and gynaecology departments to meet the healthcare needs of rural communities.

Tarique noted that major hospitals were struggling to cope with patient numbers far exceeding their capacity, while many rural residents had to travel long distances to receive treatment.

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            <updated>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:04:44 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[2 more die with measles symptoms in 24 hours]]></title>
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            <updated>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:42:36 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[PM seeks Japanese investment in five key sectors in Bangladesh]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Wednesday invited Japanese companies to explore investment opportunities in five priority sectors in Bangladesh, aiming to translate longstanding bilateral ties into stronger trade, investment and economic cooperation.

The five priority areas are automotive manufacturing, energy, technology and space cooperation, rail and logistics, and agro-processing and manufacturing.

&ldquo;I invite Japanese companies to explore five key areas for future cooperation and business opportunities for mutual benefits,&rdquo; he said while delivering the keynote address at the Bangladesh-Japan Economic Forum Dialogue at JETRO Hall in Tokyo.

Highlighting the untapped potential of bilateral economic relations, the Prime Minister said around 350 Japanese companies were operating in Bangladesh, while Japanese direct investment in the country remained below US$500 million.

&ldquo; Our exports to Japan reached 1.36 billion US dollars and Bangladesh imported from Japan 2.16 billion US dollars, in the last fiscal year,&rdquo; he said, stressing the need to move beyond development cooperation and expand trade and investment.

Recalling the longstanding friendship between the two countries, Tarique Rahman said Japan was among the first countries to recognise Bangladesh in February 1972 and had remained its largest development partner for more than five decades.

He also recalled the contributions of his parents, Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman and late Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia, who visited Japan several times and helped strengthen bilateral relations.

&ldquo;Today, I want to speak about the next 30-50 years of partnership and collaboration,&rdquo; he said.

The Prime Minister noted that Bangladesh and Japan had signed an Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) this year, the first such agreement Bangladesh had concluded with any country. Under the agreement, 7,379 Bangladeshi products will enjoy duty-free access to the Japanese market, while Japanese goods, including steel, automotive parts and electronic components, will receive preferential access to Bangladesh.

He highlighted Bangladesh&#39;s market of more than 180 million people, its young workforce with a median age of 27, and its expanding middle class as key advantages for foreign investors. Bangladesh is also expected to become one of the world&#39;s top 10 consumer economies by 2030, he added.

Automotive manufacturing and energy
Identifying automotive manufacturing as the first priority, Tarique Rahman welcomed Toyota&#39;s plan, conveyed earlier this month, to begin work on a vehicle manufacturing facility in Bangladesh, with full production targeted by 2029. He assured the company of the government&#39;s full support.

In the energy sector, he invited Japanese companies to invest in liquefied natural gas (LNG) infrastructure, efficient gas-fired power generation and renewable energy projects.

The Prime Minister said Bangladesh had short-, medium- and long-term plans for gas, electricity and the broader energy sector, urging Japanese companies to explore the available opportunities. He also noted that Bangladesh was working closely with JERA.

Technology, space and rail connectivity
On technology and space cooperation, the Prime Minister said Bangladesh was planning to establish a Bangladesh-Japan Technology Park, including an innovation-focused information technology park covering artificial intelligence, cloud computing, robotics and electronics manufacturing.

He called for the participation of Japanese companies, universities and investors in the initiative.

Bangladesh also sees significant potential for cooperation with Japan in space technology, he said, adding that the country wanted to strengthen its capabilities by drawing on Japan&#39;s expertise in space science, technology and satellite engineering.

Rail and logistics were identified as another priority area. Tarique Rahman said Bangladesh planned to develop a nationwide elevated high-speed rail network connecting major cities, including Dhaka, Chattogram, Sylhet, Rajshahi, Khulna and Barishal.

&ldquo;We plan to build a national network master plan, develop passenger and freight demand analysis, route prioritisation and feasibility studies. We will very much welcome Japanese institutions to invest in this critical and priority initiative,&rdquo; he said.

Japanese investment in agro-processing
In agro-processing and manufacturing, the Prime Minister invited Japanese companies to invest in food processing, highlighting Bangladesh&#39;s diverse production of crops, fruits and vegetables.

&ldquo;Japanese companies can explore opportunities in food processing in Bangladesh. We invite Japanese companies to invest in the Bangladesh Special Economic Zone at Araihazar. Sumitomo Corporation is developing this zone to Japanese standards,&rdquo; he said.

Government pledges to address investor concerns
The Prime Minister said Bangladesh was working to address concerns raised by Japanese companies regarding reliable energy supplies, efficient infrastructure, predictable customs clearance and taxation.

&ldquo;We have listened. We are working to address these concerns and deliver better outcomes,&rdquo; he said.

&ldquo;I fully understand that businesses need certainty. Investors need confidence. Our job is creating the right environment to deliver both,&rdquo; he added.

The Prime Minister&#39;s remarks underscored Bangladesh&#39;s intention to deepen its economic partnership with Japan by attracting investment in higher-value manufacturing, advanced technology, energy, transport infrastructure and agro-processing, while creating new opportunities for mutually beneficial trade.

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            <updated>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:24:43 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[Indian firm L&amp;T wins two Dhaka Metro Rail contracts: Report]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Indian engineering and construction giant Larsen &amp; Toubro (L&amp;T) has secured major contracts for Bangladesh&#39;s Dhaka Metro Rail Line 1, signalling a boost in economic ties between Dhaka and New Delhi amid efforts to reset bilateral relations, Indian media outlet NDTV reported on Wednesday.

L&amp;T&#39;s Transportation Infrastructure business has won Design &amp; Build orders for two key systems packages of the Dhaka Mass Rapid Transit Development Project (Line 1), Bangladesh&#39;s first underground metro rail project, the company said in a press release.

The contracts cover Package CP09, involving track works and electrical systems, and Package CP10, covering signalling, telecommunications and platform screen doors (PSD). L&amp;T classifies contracts valued above Rs 5,000 crore as major orders.

The development comes as the Bangladesh government moves forward with plans to implement three metro rail projects in Dhaka at an estimated combined cost of Tk 2.5 trillion (Tk 250,000 crore).

The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) has approved 12 projects worth an estimated Tk 1.69 trillion (Tk 1,68,780 crore), including three metro rail projects aimed at developing an environmentally friendly mass transportation system in the capital.

L&amp;T to deliver key operational systems

Under CP09, L&amp;T, in partnership with Japan&#39;s Sumitomo Corporation, will handle the design, procurement, installation, testing and commissioning of track works and electrical systems across the corridor.

The package includes power supply and distribution systems, traction substations, overhead catenary systems and associated electrical facilities.

Under CP10, L&amp;T will execute the signalling, telecommunications and platform screen door systems throughout the network.

&ldquo;Together, the two packages form the core operational systems of Dhaka Metro Line 1, and will deliver a safe, reliable and world-class urban transit solution for the people of Dhaka,&rdquo; L&amp;T said in its press release.

Commenting on the contracts, Ramkumar S, Senior Vice President and Head of Transportation Infrastructure at L&amp;T, said the repeat orders from Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited (DMTCL) reflected the company&#39;s capabilities in delivering large-scale, integrated urban transit projects.

He said L&amp;T&#39;s experience in delivering electrical and mechanical systems for Dhaka Metro Line 6, as well as its ongoing work on the Jakarta Metro, positioned the company to integrate multiple systems in coordination with original equipment manufacturers and other stakeholders.

Line 1 to connect Dhaka with the airport and Purbachal

Funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Dhaka Metro Line 1 will span approximately 31 kilometres and provide a modern mass transit system for the capital.

The project comprises two routes: the Airport Route, connecting Kamalapur with the airport, and the Purbachal Route, extending from Natun Bazar to Purbachal Terminal. The network will include 19 stations and a depot at Pitalganj.

L&amp;T had previously secured and delivered the integrated railway systems package for Dhaka Metro Line 6, Bangladesh&#39;s first metro rail corridor, which is now in commercial operation.

The company said its Transportation Infrastructure business is a major engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) player, with experience in complex rail infrastructure projects in India and international markets.

Development coincides with Bangladesh-Japan investment talks

The contract announcement comes as Bangladesh seeks to expand international investment partnerships and strengthen economic cooperation with major regional partners.

On Wednesday, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman invited Japanese investors, businesses and financial institutions to explore opportunities in Bangladesh during a joint address in Tokyo following his meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

The Prime Minister called for greater Japanese participation in Bangladesh&#39;s next phase of economic growth, highlighting opportunities across infrastructure, manufacturing, energy and technology.

With Japanese financing supporting Dhaka Metro Line 1 and L&amp;T partnering with Sumitomo Corporation on the project, the initiative brings together Indian engineering expertise and Japanese investment and industrial cooperation to develop Bangladesh&#39;s urban transport infrastructure.

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            <updated>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:24:30 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[PM seeks greater Uniqlo investment in Bangladesh]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Prime Minister&rsquo;s Special Assistant for Overseas Employment in the Asia-Pacific Region Dr Md Shakirul Islam Khan and Prime Minister&rsquo;s Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Rumon were also present, along with other senior officials.

The Japanese delegation included Fast Retailing Co. Ltd. Director Takeshi Okazaki and Group Senior Executive Officer Yoshihiro Kunii.

The meeting reflects Bangladesh&rsquo;s efforts to attract greater Japanese investment into higher-value manufacturing and diversify its apparel industry beyond conventional garment production, while strengthening long-term economic ties between the two countries.

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            <updated>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:24:05 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[260 National University students punished for cheating in exams]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[ 

The National University has penalised 260 students for cheating and other forms of malpractice during its 2024 Honours fourth-year examinations.

The students&rsquo; examinations have been cancelled, and they have been barred from sitting university examinations for periods ranging from one to three years, according to a notice issued on Tuesday, October 27.

The penalties were imposed following a review by the university&rsquo;s Examination Discipline Committee, which examined the students&rsquo; answer scripts, written explanations and evidence of malpractice at a meeting held on September 20.

The decisions were subsequently approved by the university&rsquo;s Academic Council.

The university has published a list of the students penalised for examination malpractice.

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            <updated>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:21:18 +0000</updated>
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