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                                <updated>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:20:45 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[Bangladesh Bank Approves Taka Trade Settlement]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Bangladesh Bank (BB) has introduced a framework to facilitate the settlement of cross-border trade transactions in Taka through Non-Resident Taka (vostro) accounts maintained by authorised dealer (AD) banks in trading partner countries.


Under the existing arrangement, ADs-- lenders permitted to buy, sell and manage foreign currencies -- could open Taka vostro accounts in the names of their overseas branches and correspondent banks against inward remittances in freely convertible currencies.


The new arrangement allows banks to open and maintain Taka vostro accounts in the names of correspondent banks in Bangladesh&rsquo;s trading partner nations without initial deposits, against payments to be received for admissible imports.


The balances maintained in such accounts will be used for the settlement of export payments from Bangladesh and other permitted transactions.


Under the arrangement, letters of credit, contracts and invoices will continue to be denominated in freely convertible or admissible currencies. The invoiced amounts will be converted into Taka using the prevailing exchange rate for settlement through the vostro accounts.


For import transactions, credits to Taka vostro accounts may arise from payments made by importers. For export transactions, payments may be made from Taka vostro accounts to exporters.


BB also permits advance payments for eligible imports and exports through such arrangements in accordance with prevailing foreign exchange regulations. Exporters receiving proceeds in Taka may continue to avail themselves of foreign currency retention facilities, where eligible, for meeting obligations such as import payments for inputs and repayment of loans taken from the Export Development Fund.

BB said surplus balances in Taka vostro accounts may be utilised for permitted purposes, including investment in Bangladesh through foreign direct investment, foreign portfolio investment, alternative investment funds and open-end mutual funds under prevailing regulations. Such balances may also be used for lending to resident entities with necessary approvals or outward remittances.


The new framework provides an additional channel for bilateral trade settlement in Taka while maintaining existing documentation, reporting and compliance requirements.

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            <updated>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:20:45 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[Tarique-Erdogan Meeting Highlights Economic Ties]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and T&uuml;rkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held a meeting and discussed ways to further expand trade and investment ties between the two countries.

During the meeting, the two leaders expressed their commitment to further strengthening the existing friendly relations between Bangladesh and T&uuml;rkiye and exploring new areas of cooperation based on mutual interests and shared priorities.

The meeting was held on Tuesday evening (New York time) on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) at the Turkish House at 821 United Nations Plaza near the UN Headquarters in New York, said Prime Minister&rsquo;s Assistant Press Secretary KM Nazmul Haque.

He said the two leaders exchanged views on various issues of mutual interest with a view to further consolidating and diversifying the historic and friendly relations between Bangladesh and T&uuml;rkiye.

They also discussed possibilities for expanding cooperation in various sectors, including trade, the economy and investment, he added.

The assistant press secretary said the leaders also underscored the importance of maintaining close cooperation and coordination between the two countries on various regional and international issues of common interest.

 

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            <updated>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 08:57:20 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[Dhaka Office Lunch: What Are We Eating?]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Healthy office eating does not mean giving up traditional Bangladeshi food. Instead, it means creating a more balanced plate and developing healthier eating habits throughout the working day.

A typical Bangladeshi office lunch often includes a generous serving of white rice with fish, chicken or meat, along with daal and vegetables. For some, the meal may also include a soft drink or dessert.

Rice itself is not the problem. As a traditional staple, it can certainly be part of a healthy diet. The bigger concern is what else is on the plate. When rice takes up most of the meal while vegetables, daal and protein are limited, lunch may leave you feeling full without providing a balanced range of nutrients.

Similarly, frequent servings of fried food, oily dishes, rich gravies and sugary drinks can significantly increase calorie intake without adding much nutritional value.

A healthier office lunch should include a sensible combination of carbohydrates, protein, vegetables, fibre and healthy fats. The aim is not to completely change the way we eat, but to improve the balance of familiar foods.

For office workers in Dhaka, where healthier food options may not always be easily available, bringing lunch from home can make this easier. Home-packed meals allow greater control over ingredients, portion sizes, cooking oil and salt.

A nutritious homemade lunch does not have to be complicated. A moderate serving of rice or roti, fish or chicken, daal, two types of vegetables and some salad can make a balanced meal. A piece of fruit or a small handful of mixed nuts can work as a mid-morning or afternoon snack.

Even a simple dry lunch can be a healthy option. A sandwich made with brown bread, egg or lean meat, fresh salad and yoghurt can provide a convenient alternative when there is little time for a full meal.

The goal is not to make office lunch complicated. It is simply to make the meal more complete.

Look Beyond Lunch

However, healthy eating should not be judged by a single meal. When we talk about &ldquo;office lunch&rdquo;, we often focus only on what is inside the lunchbox. In reality, nutrition depends on the overall eating pattern throughout the day.

Someone who skips breakfast, eats an unbalanced meal outside, has a rice-heavy lunch and then consumes a large dinner late at night may be eating several times a day, but the overall routine may still be unbalanced.

The solution is not crash dieting, eliminating rice or following complicated food rules. Regularity, variety, balance and moderation are more practical approaches.

Start the day with breakfast. It does not have to be elaborate; even a simple, balanced meal is better than regularly beginning the workday on an empty stomach.

During office hours, choose outside food carefully. When possible, look for meals that include protein and vegetables and contain less fried food. Carrying lunch from home can make portion and ingredient control easier.

Try to build a balanced plate with a moderate amount of rice or roti, an adequate serving of protein, plenty of vegetables, daal or salad, and fruit. Nuts can also be included as a small snack.

Soft drinks and other sugar-sweetened beverages should be limited. Water and other unsweetened drinks can be better everyday choices.

It is also important not to let hunger build up to an extreme level before leaving work. A sensible snack, when needed, can help prevent overeating later in the evening.

At dinner, avoid turning the meal into the largest of the day. Keep portions reasonable and include vegetables and protein. Eating slowly and mindfully can also help with portion control.

The bottom line is simple: Dhaka&rsquo;s office workers do not need to abandon traditional Bangladeshi food to eat better. What matters more is how those foods are combined and how they fit into the overall routine.

A healthier office lifestyle can begin with one simple change: plan your meals before hunger makes the decision for you.

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            <updated>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 10:03:19 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[National University Sets Second Convocation for Jan 23]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[After a long wait, National University is set to hold its second convocation on January 23, 2027.

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, who is the chancellor of National University, has consented to attend the convocation.

A delegation led by NU Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr ASM Amanullah recently paid a courtesy visit to the president at Bangabhaban. During the meeting, the vice-chancellor formally invited the president to attend the university&rsquo;s second convocation as its chancellor.

The president accepted the invitation and expressed his consent to attend the convocation. He also gave necessary directions to ensure that the event is organised smoothly and successfully.

Following the president&rsquo;s consent, the university authorities have started preparations for the convocation.

Details, including the name of the convocation speaker, who will be eligible to attend, and other aspects of the event, will be announced soon at a press conference, university officials said.

The convocation is particularly significant for students of the university, which is affiliated with around 2,500 colleges across the country. After a long gap, the university is organising its convocation, making the event more than a formal ceremony for many students as it will mark official recognition of an important chapter of their academic journey.

National University held its first convocation on January 17, 2017, 25 years after its establishment. The second convocation is now set to be held 10 years after the first.

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            <updated>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 09:28:57 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[Six Police Officers Dismissed for Absence]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Six police officers, including former Dhaka district superintendent of police (SP) Md Asaduzzaman, have been dismissed from service for allegedly remaining absent from duty for extended periods.

The Home Ministry issued separate gazette notifications announcing their dismissals today.

Among those dismissed is former Dhaka district SP Md Asaduzzaman, who was attached to the Bangladesh Police Academy in Sardah. According to the notification, he had been absent from duty since September 17, 2024.

Former Additional DIG Mohammad Zayedul Alam, attached to the Rangpur Range DIG Office, had reportedly been absent since November 4, 2024.

Former Additional Deputy Commissioner Rajib Das, who was attached to the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP), had been absent since November 2, 2024.

Former SP Mohammad Sanowar Hossain, attached to the Barishal Range DIG Office, had been absent since January 1, 2025, while former SP Arifur Rahman Mondal, also attached to the same office, had reportedly been absent since February 19, 2025.

The sixth officer, Additional SP Palash Ranjan Dey of APBn-7 in Sylhet, had been absent from duty since August 12, 2025.

The gazette notifications said the allegations against the six officers were established during departmental proceedings. Based on the findings of those proceedings, the authorities decided to dismiss them from service.

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            <updated>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 09:12:17 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[No Alternative to Fuel Price Hike: Zahed]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[The government had no better alternative than raising fuel prices despite knowing the decision would increase the suffering of ordinary people, said Zahed Ur Rahman, adviser to the prime minister on information and broadcasting, today.


Zahed said he would not deny that it would increase the suffering of ordinary people to some extent.

He noted that local government elections were approaching and said no government would deliberately take such an unpopular decision at such a time.

&ldquo;I hope the people will realise why their elected government took this decision at this moment,&rdquo; he said while responding to questions from journalists at a weekly briefing on the progress of various government activities at the Secretariat.


The adviser also said the fuel price hike was not imposed as a condition of the International Monetary Fund.

On the country&#39;s political situation, Zahed said the government sees no political crisis and that politics should be conducted on the understanding that a democratically elected government will remain in office for five years.

He said incidents such as crude bomb explosions and buses being set on fire in Dhaka could not create a political crisis.


Regarding the opposition&#39;s movement, the adviser said, &ldquo;Those who are in the opposition now are holding long marches. Let them do so; they are even giving one-point demands to the government.&rdquo;

He also referred to political movements in India while discussing the opposition&#39;s demands.


&ldquo;The Cockroach Janta Party waged such a big movement, or before that there was the farmers&#39; movement against Modi (Indian prime minister), meaning Delhi was brought to a standstill, but the resignation of the government was not demanded. It is better to build pressure where the failure lies,&rdquo; he said.

Asked whether an agreement to purchase Boeing aircraft would be signed during the prime minister&#39;s upcoming visit to the United States, Zahed said he did not have detailed information on the matter.

&ldquo;I do not have detailed information on whether an agreement to purchase Boeing will be signed during the prime minister&#39;s US visit. However, the decision to buy Boeing was taken earlier, so an agreement may take place,&rdquo; he said.

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            <updated>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 08:53:21 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[Tarique Rahman leaves for New York to attend UNGA]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Prime Minister Tarique Rahman left Dhaka for New York early today to attend the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).


A Turkish Airlines flight carrying the prime minister, his wife Dr Zubaida Rahman and other members of his entourage departed Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport at 6:05am, Prime Minister&rsquo;s Press Secretary AAM Saleh Shibly told BSS.

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Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Ruman said the prime minister is scheduled to address the UNGA on September 24, leading a 26-member delegation.

LGRD and Cooperatives Minister Dr Abdul Moyeen Khan, BNP Acting Secretary General Advocate Ruhul Kabir Rizvi, Chief Whip Nurul Islam Moni, Cabinet Secretary Nasimul Gani and PM&rsquo;s Principal Secretary ABM Abdus Sattar were present at the airport to see him off.


The flight is scheduled to reach Istanbul Airport at 11:35am Turkey time after an eight-hour-45-minute journey. It will leave Istanbul at 2:10pm and arrive at John F Kennedy International Airport in New York at 5:55pm local time after a two-hour-35-minute stopover.

Bangladesh&rsquo;s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York Irene Zubaida Khan and Ambassador to the United States Tareq Md Ariful Islam are scheduled to receive the prime minister at the airport. He will then be taken to the Hyatt Grand Central New York, where he will stay during his visit.

According to Foreign Secretary Asad Alam Siam, the prime minister will begin his UNGA engagements on September 22 by attending a welcome breakfast hosted by UN Secretary-General Ant&oacute;nio Guterres for heads of state and government.


He will later join world leaders at the opening of the session and attend a reception hosted by the US president for heads of state and government and their spouses.

On September 23, Tarique will exchange views with representatives of international charitable and humanitarian organisations at a breakfast meeting before addressing a meeting on tackling the global inequality crisis, jointly organised by Brazil, South Africa, Norway and Spain.


He will also attend a high-level meeting on &ldquo;Climate Action and the Just Transition&rdquo;, convened at the initiative of the UN secretary-general.

At a Bangladesh-hosted side event on the Rohingya crisis the same day, he will seek greater international cooperation for the earliest possible repatriation of forcibly displaced Rohingyas to Myanmar.

At the climate-related meetings, the prime minister is expected to highlight Bangladesh&rsquo;s position as a climate-vulnerable country, with emphasis on climate finance, adaptation, technology transfer, loss and damage, and climate justice.

On September 24, Tarique will deliver the opening remarks at a high-level meeting on the existential threats posed by sea-level rise. He will also attend two Bangladesh-hosted side events, including one on maternal and newborn health and midwifery, where he will be the chief guest.

At the event, he is expected to highlight the government&rsquo;s initiatives and future plans to protect maternal and child health and stress the importance of skilled and professionally trained midwives.

On the sidelines of the UNGA, the prime minister is scheduled to hold bilateral meetings with the Crown Prince of Kuwait and the prime ministers of Croatia, Bhutan, Thailand, Pakistan and Haiti.

The talks are expected to cover political and economic relations, trade and investment, development cooperation, the Rohingya crisis and other issues of mutual interest.

He is also scheduled to meet UN Secretary-General Ant&oacute;nio Guterres, the president of the European Council, the president of the World Bank Group, the UN secretary-general&rsquo;s special envoy on Myanmar, and the UN high commissioners for refugees and human rights.

He is also expected to meet the president of the International Peace Institute.

The prime minister is scheduled to leave New York for Dhaka from JFK International Airport at 11:00pm local time on September 25 on Emirates flight EK202.

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            <updated>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 06:15:59 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[CU Chhatra Dal Leader Show-Caused Over Fuel Price Protest]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[notice to Sazzad Hossain Hridoy, organising secretary of its Chittagong University unit, after posting on Facebook protesting the recent hike in fuel prices.


The notice was issued today through a letter signed by Md Jahangir Alam, office secretary of the organisation.

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Following news of the fuel price hike yesterday, Hridoy wrote on Facebook, &ldquo;Since the beginning of my involvement in student politics, most of the BNP programmes I took part in were against hikes in the prices of fuel, gas and electricity. Today, fuel prices have been increased. I registered my protest.&rdquo;

The show-cause notice said Hridoy, as a responsible office-bearer of the Chhatra Dal&rsquo;s CU unit, had been asked to explain why permanent organisational disciplinary action should not be taken against him for allegedly violating organisational discipline.


It asked him to appear at the organisation&rsquo;s central office within 48 hours and submit a written explanation in the presence of Chhatra Dal President Rakibul Islam Rakib and General Secretary Nasir Uddin Nasir.

The notice said it was issued on the instructions of the organisation&rsquo;s president and general secretary.

Speaking about the notice, Hridoy said, &ldquo;I am loyal to the organisation. Since I have been served a show-cause notice, I will give my explanation within the stipulated time.&rdquo;


He added that in the comments section of his Facebook post, he had also mentioned that the price of oil had doubled in the international market due to the war in the Middle East, resulting in a loss of Tk 22,000 crore in the country.

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            <updated>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 05:59:34 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[lifetime pensions for surviving spouses !]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[The government is planning a major overhaul of universal pension scheme, with proposals to introduce lifetime pensions for surviving spouses, health insurance, emergency loans and an option to withdraw from the scheme under certain conditions.

The proposed reforms are aimed at making the pension system more attractive and acceptable to the public, officials said.

A meeting of the National Pension Authority&rsquo;s board of directors, chaired by Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury, is scheduled for Thursday. 

The proposals are expected to be discussed and may be finalised at the meeting where The finance minister serves as the board chairman.

National Pension Authority Executive Chairman Md Suratuzzaman said several reform proposals would be placed before the board to increase public participation. 

&ldquo;If the proposals are approved and the necessary amendments are made to the regulations, the new facilities could be introduced within the next one to two months.&#39;&#39;
 

The government launched the universal pension scheme in August 2023 to bring the elderly under sustainable social security and address the expected rise in the dependency ratio as the working-age population declines.

However, nearly three years after its launch, participation has remained below expectations.

Officials and stakeholders attribute the limited response partly to lower returns compared with bank deposit interest rates and the lack of immediate benefits for subscribers.

So far, 379,920 people have registered under the scheme&rsquo;s four programmes, with total deposits of Tk 2.8852 billion.

The Samata scheme, designed for people below the poverty line, accounts for the largest share, with 287,224 subscribers and deposits of Tk 568.5 million.

The expatriate-focused Probash scheme has attracted the fewest participants, with just 1,171 subscribers, including 97 women. Deposits under the scheme stand at Tk 118.7 million.

Under the existing rules, subscribers begin receiving monthly pensions at the age of 60. If a pensioner dies after starting to receive the pension, the nominee receives the same monthly amount until the pensioner would have reached the age of 75.

Under the proposed reform, the pensioner&rsquo;s husband or wife would receive the pension for life instead of the nominee.

The proposal has been modelled on the existing pension system for government employees.

The board may also consider a proposal to reduce the pension eligibility age from 60 to 55.

Although the Universal Pension Act allows subscribers to borrow against part of their accumulated contributions for specific needs, the facility has not yet been introduced.

The authority now plans to activate the loan facility. Under the proposal, subscribers would be able to borrow a portion of their accumulated funds for specified purposes. The interest earned on the loan is also proposed to be credited to the subscriber&rsquo;s pension account.

Another proposal would allow subscribers who have contributed for at least five years to exit the scheme and withdraw their entire accumulated amount if they become physically and financially incapacitated, subject to specific conditions.

Officials believe the provision could reduce concerns over financial uncertainty associated with committing to a long-term pension scheme.

Health insurance for Tk 10-20 a month. The government is also working on a plan to bring pension subscribers under health insurance coverage.

A draft proposal has been prepared and sent to the Financial Institutions Division of the Finance Ministry.

Under the proposed plan, subscribers would pay a monthly premium of Tk 10 to Tk 20, with the aim of providing health coverage to pensioners.
 

The government is also considering introducing a Shariah-compliant pension scheme to make the universal pension system more acceptable to people seeking an Islamic finance-based option.


If the board approves the proposals, the authorities will move to amend the relevant regulations and implement the reforms.

The National Pension Authority expects the new benefits to help increase participation in the universal pension scheme.

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            <updated>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:18:52 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[ECNEC approved MRT Line-5]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Prime Minister Tarique Rahman chaired an Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) meeting on Wednesday (September 16) morning to review several development proposals, including the Tk 45,503.77 crore MRT Line-5 (Southern) project.

The meeting began at 10:00 AM at the Public Administration Conference Room in the Bangladesh Secretariat, which is still ongoing. While the government aims to launch electric trains connecting Gabtoli to Dasherkandi, the high-budget metro rail project faces last-minute approval uncertainty.

Sources indicate the government may prioritize two alternative metro rail projects funded by another development partner. An international consulting firm has also alleged collusion regarding consultant selection for the line.

The proposed 17.20 km route features 13.10 km of underground track with 11 stations and 4.10 km of elevated track with four stations. The train will travel from Gabtoli through Shyamoli, Karwan Bazar, and Hatirjheel to Dasherkandi in 28 minutes, running every four minutes and 30 seconds during peak hours. Once operational, the line is projected to carry 924,000 passengers daily across 19 air-conditioned six-coach trains.

Originally conceptualized under the previous administration at Tk 54,618.96 crore, the project cost was reviewed and reduced by Tk 9,115.19 crore, or 16.69 per cent.

However, part of this reduction involves transferring about Tk 2,000 crore in interest and commitment charges directly to the Finance Division. Additional savings were achieved by cutting land acquisition needs from 23.09 hectares to 9.104 hectares, while retaining Tk 4,716 crore for affected party rehabilitation.

The funding structure allocates Tk 15,197.66 crore from government funds and Tk 30,306.10 crore from foreign loans provided by the Asian Development Bank and South Korea&#39;s EDCF. Slated for implementation between September 2026 and August 2033, ECNEC approval will clear the path for final loan agreements, land acquisition, and contractor bidding under the BNP-led government.

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            <updated>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:03:15 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[Sheikh Hasina conspiring against Bangladesh: Rizvi]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[BNP Acting Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has accused India of conspiring against Bangladesh by providing shelter to former prime minister Sheikh Hasina and others allegedly implicated in the killings during the country&rsquo;s political unrest.

Speaking at a human chain and protest rally in front of the National Press Club on Wednesday morning, Rizvi alleged that India had ignored repeated requests from the Bangladesh government to return Hasina and her associates. The programme was organised by the Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Muktijoddha Dal and Projonmo Dal.

&#39;&#39;India calls itself a friendly country, and we also talk about friendship. But you have given shelter to Sheikh Hasina, who is accused of responsibility for the deaths of around 1,400 young people, students, workers and members of the public.&#39;&#39;

The party Secretary General alleged that people accused of shooting at and carrying out killings of pro-democracy protesters had also taken refuge in India, despite repeated requests from Bangladesh for their return under court warrants.

He questioned India&rsquo;s decision not to hand over Hasina, saying, &ldquo;If you could arrest a former major accused in the assassination of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and hand him over to Sheikh Hasina, why are you not handing over Sheikh Hasina?&rdquo;
Rizvi also linked the reported disruption in electricity supply from the Adani power plant to Prime Minister Tarique Rahman&rsquo;s decision not to attend the BRICS summit.

He claimed Tarique was invited in his capacity as BIMSTEC chair rather than as the head of government of Bangladesh and therefore declined the invitation.

According to Rizvi, the decision demonstrated Bangladesh&rsquo;s commitment to its sovereignty and dignity.

He alleged that the Adani power plant announced a unit had malfunctioned the following day, resulting in a halt in electricity supply.

&ldquo;The switch is in Jharkhand, India. They can shut it down whenever they want,&rdquo; Rizvi said, suggesting the development was politically motivated.

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            <updated>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:53:42 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[‘Kathmandu Declaration’ Adopted to Combat Illegal Wildlife Trade]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/kathmandu-declaration-adopted-to-combat-illegal-wildlife-trade/13465" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/kathmandu-declaration-adopted-to-combat-illegal-wildlife-trade/13465</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Member countries of the South Asia Wildlife Enforcement Network (SAWEN) have adopted the &ldquo;Kathmandu Declaration&rdquo; by consensus with the aim of further strengthening regional cooperation to combat illegal wildlife trade and related transnational organized crime in South Asia.

The Declaration was adopted on the concluding day of the First General Assembly of SAWEN held in Kathmandu, Nepal, by ministers and heads of delegations of the member countries. The Declaration reaffirmed the commitment of member countries to strengthen regional cooperation in preventing, detecting and combating illegal wildlife trade, as well as their commitment to the objectives and principles of SAWEN.

The Declaration expressed concern that illegal wildlife trade is increasingly evolving into a more sophisticated form of transnational organized crime, involving corruption, illicit financial flows, other serious crimes, misuse of digital technologies and vulnerabilities along borders.

Under the Kathmandu Declaration, member countries emphasized intelligence-led and financial investigations, anti-money laundering measures, asset recovery and effective prosecution to address serious wildlife crime, particularly offences linked to transnational and organized criminal networks. They also committed to further strengthening information and intelligence sharing, coordinated law enforcement and criminal justice cooperation.

The Declaration also called for enhancing capacity to address wildlife crime, biopiracy, illegal access to biological resources and emerging threats through science, technology, innovation, research and regional knowledge sharing. It further committed to strengthening the capacity and safety of rangers, customs officials, police, prosecutors and other frontline personnel.

Speaking at the closing ceremony of the First General Assembly, Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Abdul Awal Mintoo said that wildlife crime can no longer be effectively addressed by any country acting alone. He noted that such crime is becoming increasingly organized, transboundary and technology-driven. Just as traffickers do not respect national borders, law enforcement responses must also go beyond borders and be coordinated.
The Environment Minister said that the spirit of cooperation, mutual trust and shared commitment demonstrated among member countries during the Assembly provides an important foundation for future regional initiatives. He called for greater emphasis on timely intelligence sharing, joint investigations and coordinated operations, closer cooperation among relevant law enforcement agencies, and stronger attention to online wildlife trafficking and financial investigations.

The Kathmandu Declaration also commits member countries to strengthening public awareness, education, behavioural change and demand reduction by engaging local communities, civil society, academia, youth, women, the media and relevant private-sector actors, including transport, logistics, financial services, e-commerce and tourism. It was also announced that 30 January will be observed every year as &ldquo;SAWEN Day.&rdquo;

In addition, emphasis was placed on strengthening bilateral and regional cooperation to combat transboundary wildlife crime and on expanding partnerships with relevant international and regional conventions, organizations and development partners.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:46:27 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[England sweep Pakistan 3-0 in test series.]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/england-sweep-pakistan-3-0-in-test-series/13464" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/england-sweep-pakistan-3-0-in-test-series/13464</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[England completed a 3-0 Test series whitewash over Pakistan after beating the visitors by eight wickets in the third and final Test at Edgbaston on Saturday (September 12).

Chasing a modest 130-run target, England reached 130 for two, with Joe Root unbeaten on 62 and Jordan Cox on 59. The pair calmly guided the hosts to victory after Pakistan made an early breakthrough by dismissing Ben Duckett and Emilio Gay.

England had earlier taken firm control of the match by bowling Pakistan out for just 133 in their first innings before piling up 453, securing a massive 320-run lead.

Pakistan showed far greater resistance in their second innings, making 449. Shan Masood top-scored with 95, while Babar Azam made 76 and Azan Awais scored 59.

The highlight of Pakistan&#39;s fightback was Test debutant Razaullah, who smashed a spectacular 81 off 63 balls, including nine sixes, in a 121-run partnership with Mohammad Abbas, who scored 42. Their late resistance helped Pakistan set England a target of 130.

However, England remained composed in the chase and wrapped up the match before lunch on the fourth day to complete a dominant series sweep.

England had won the opening Test by an innings and 103 runs and the second by 194 runs.

The whitewash caps a remarkable Test series for England, while Pakistan&#39;s campaign was marred by poor batting performances and major changes to their squad and coaching setup midway through the tour.

Sun News/ra]]>
            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:26:33 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[BNP women’s wing to remain vocal agaist rape, abuse: Rizvi]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/bnp-womens-wing-to-remain-vocal-agaist-rape-abuse-rizvi/13463" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/bnp-womens-wing-to-remain-vocal-agaist-rape-abuse-rizvi/13463</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader and Acting Secretary General Advocate  Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has pledged that the Jatiyatabadi Mohila Dal, the party&rsquo;s women&rsquo;s wing, will work to eliminate rape and violence against women and children from society.

Rizvi made the remarks on Saturday ahead of a rally at Nayapaltan marking the 48th founding anniversary of the Jatiyatabadi Mohila Da

He said ensuring women&rsquo;s rights requires expanding access to education and helping women become financially self-reliant.

Ruhul Kabir Rizvi said that the Jatiyatabadi Mohila Dal was build through years of sacrifice and struggle, adding that its leaders are equally capable of running the state.

The BNP leader described the Family Card programme for women as an important initiative and a &ldquo;revolutionary step&rdquo; toward empowering women.

&ldquo;Everyone must work together to ensure the social and economic advancement of women.&#39;&#39;

Sun News/ra]]>
            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:17:40 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Jubo Dal NY holds meeting ahead of PM&#039;s US Visit]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/jubo-dal-ny-holds-meeting-ahead-of-pms-us-visit/13462" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/jubo-dal-ny-holds-meeting-ahead-of-pms-us-visit/13462</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The US unit of Jubo Dal volunteer wing held a preparatory meeting in New York on 11 September 2026 to coordinate efforts to ensure the success of BNP Chairman and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman&rsquo;s upcoming visit to the United States to attend the United Nations General Assembly.

The meeting was held in Jackson Heights, with BNP Central International Affairs Secretary Anwar Hossain Khokon attending as the chief guest. The meeting was chaired by Maksudul Haque Chowdhury, international affairs secretary of the central volunteer wing.

Former US president of the volunteer wing and BNP Central Executive Committee member Mizanur Rahman Bhuiyan Milton, BNP Central Executive Committee members Abdul Latif Samrat and Zillur Rahman Zillu, central volunteer wing&rsquo;s joint international affairs secretary Saifur Khan Harun, and former acting president of the US volunteer wing Tarikul Islam Dipu attended as special guests. US volunteer wing leaders Rashed Rahman, Harun Mia, Badal Mirza, Milon and Tipu, among others, were also present.

Addressing the meeting, speakers said Tarique Rahman is set to visit the United States after a gap of 20 years and called on BNP leaders and activists in the US, along with leaders of its affiliated and associate organisations, to work in a coordinated and united manner to ensure a safe and successful visit.

They stressed the need for comprehensive preparations to make the visit successful and productive and urged party leaders and activists to take necessary steps to ensure the success of various programmes planned during his stay in the United States.

Sun News/ra]]>
            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:00:14 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Bangladesh at risk over Adani&#039;s Power Supply !]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/bangladesh-at-risk-over-adanis-power-supply/13461" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/bangladesh-at-risk-over-adanis-power-supply/13461</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The shutdown of an 800MW unit of Adani Power&rsquo;s Godda plant in India has added fresh pressure to Bangladesh&rsquo;s already strained power system, coming just after Dhaka announced that Prime Minister Tarique Rahman would not attend the BRICS summit in New Delhi.

The timing of the disruption has raised questions, although there is no publicly available evidence to establish that the power supply problem was linked to Tarique&rsquo;s decision not to visit India.

Adani Power&rsquo;s 1,600MW Godda plant in Jharkhand has two 800MW units. One unit went offline following a technical fault reportedly involving the boiler, bringing the plant&rsquo;s supply to Bangladesh down to below 750MW. The plant had supplied more than 1,400MW before the unit shutdown.

Officials said the affected unit would require cooling and repair before generation could resume. The restoration process could take several days, putting additional pressure on Bangladesh&rsquo;s electricity supply during a period of high demand.
The disruption came shortly after State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humayun Kobir announced that Prime Minister Tarique Rahman would not attend the BRICS summit scheduled for September 12-13 in New Delhi.

Dhaka said Tarique had been invited to the summit in his capacity as Chair of BIMSTEC, rather than as Bangladesh&rsquo;s prime minister. The government also indicated that a bilateral visit to India could take place later if a favourable environment and mutual respect were ensured. 

The decision has attracted attention amid changing Bangladesh-India relations, particularly because the power disruption followed the announcement by only a short interval.

The latest technical fault was not the first problem to affect Adani&rsquo;s electricity supply to Bangladesh. The Godda plant had already been generating below its full capacity due to disruptions in coal transportation in India. Railway congestion, loading restrictions and heavy rainfall had reportedly affected coal supplies to the plant, forcing it to reduce generation. The latest unit shutdown therefore came when Bangladesh&rsquo;s power system was already under considerable stress.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:49:32 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Bangladesh at risk over Adani&#039;s Power Supply !]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article//13460" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article//13460</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
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            <updated>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:48:43 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Mirza Abbas will be returning on 2 Sep 2026]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/mirza-abbas-will-be-returning-on-2-sep-2026/13459" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/mirza-abbas-will-be-returning-on-2-sep-2026/13459</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[BNP Standing Committee member and Prime Minister&#39;s Adviser Mirza Abbas will return home on September 2 after medical treatment in Singapore and Malaysia.

BNP Media Cell member Shairul Kabir Khan confirmed the information.

He said Mirza Abbas is scheduled to land in Dhaka at 9:00 PM on Wednesday (September 2) on a Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight.

After receiving medical care in Singapore and Malaysia for an extended period, he is returning from Malaysia following recommendations from his medical board as a clearance was issued and his health has significantly improved.

Mirza Abbas was flown to Singapore by an air ambulance on March 15 after his health deteriorated in Dhaka.He is currently under close observation by specialist physicians.

Earlier, on March 11, Abbas suddenly lost consciousness while drinking water during iftar. When his condition did not improve, he was admitted late that night to Evercare Hospital in Dhaka.

Mirza Abbas was elected as a Member of Parliament from the Dhaka-8 constituency in the 13th National Parliamentary Election.

Sun News/ra]]>
            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 07:17:28 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Jamat challenges Ministers&#039; assignment to 64 districts]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/jamat-challenges-ministers-assignment-to-64-districts/13458" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/jamat-challenges-ministers-assignment-to-64-districts/13458</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Eleven Jamaat-e-Islami lawmakers have filed a writ petition with the High Court challenging the government&rsquo;s decision to assign 30 ministers, state ministers and whips responsibilities for the country&rsquo;s 64 districts.
The writ was filed on Sunday at the relevant High Court section, with the Cabinet Secretary named as the respondent.

Barrister Mohammad Shishir Monir, counsel for the petitioners, said a similar district-wise allocation of responsibilities was made in 2001. 

That decision was subsequently challenged before the High Court, which declared the allocation unconstitutional, he added.

&#39;&#39;Under the Rules of Business, the Constitution of Bangladesh and judgments of the higher courts, such a decision is beyond legal authority and unlawful.&#39;&#39; 

The petition is likely to be heard by a two-judge bench of the High Court. 

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 07:09:20 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Jamat challenges Ministers&#039; assignment to 64 districts]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article//13457" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article//13457</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
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            <updated>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 07:07:38 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[No more &quot;Aynaghor&quot; : Hon&#039;ble President Mirza Fakhrul]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/no-more-aynaghor-honble-president-mirza-fakhrul/13456" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/no-more-aynaghor-honble-president-mirza-fakhrul/13456</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir announced that no secret detention cell, known as &#39;Aynaghor&#39;, will exist in independent Bangladesh.

He asserted that individuals involved in every incident of enforced disappearance, no matter their influence, will face trial and receive maximum punishment as per existing law. 

The President emphasized that all paths leading to the return of fascism in the country will be closed permanently. He made the statements as the chief guest at a program observing &#39;International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances 2026&#39; at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre in the capital on Sunday (August 30).

Strongly criticizing the previous regime over the past decade and a half, the President noted that enforced disappearances and secret detention cells once gripped Bangladesh in fear. Anyone protesting injustice or demanding democratic rights was subjected to forced disappearance.

However, obedient state institutions under the fascist regime consistently denied these severe crimes, he added.

During his speech, the President recalled missing BNP leaders Ilias Ali, Chowdhury Alam, Sajedul Islam Sumon, Barrister Arman, and retired Lieutenant General Azam.

He also referenced the terrifying abduction of Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed, who was present at the event as a special guest, and recalled how he was abducted and dropped in a foreign country.

Outlining steps taken by the current administration, the President mentioned that the &#39;Enforced Disappearance Prevention and Redress Bill, 2026&#39; has been introduced in the Jatiya Sangsad to protect victims and prohibit enforced disappearances forever. Bangladesh has signed the International Convention for the Protection of All Persons from Enforced Disappearance.

Furthermore, trials for enforced disappearances and genocide are progressing through the International Crimes Tribunal while maintaining international standards.

Chaired by the Minister of Liberation War Affairs Ahmed Azam Khan, the program was also attended by Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed as a special guest.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 06:57:05 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Five specialized children&#039;s hospitals to be opened: PM]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article//13455" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article//13455</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
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            <updated>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 11:16:23 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[PM Tarique Rahman Demands Immediate Action to Curb River Pollution]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/pm-tarique-rahman-demands-immediate-action-to-curb-river-pollution/13454" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/pm-tarique-rahman-demands-immediate-action-to-curb-river-pollution/13454</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has directed relevant authorities to take swift, effective, and coordinated action to prevent the pollution of rivers across the country, including those surrounding the capital. Emphasizing the severity of the crisis, he stated that river pollution has reached an unbearable level and warned that failure to take immediate action would leave the government accountable to future generations.

On thursday (August 6) during a high-level meeting titled &quot;Water and Environmental Development of the Buriganga River,&quot; held in the Cabinet Division conference room at the Bangladesh Secretariat the Prime Minister made these remarks. Shahadat Swadhin, Deputy Press Secretary to the Prime Minister, briefed the press following the meeting.

Highlighting the urgency, the Prime Minister noted that there is no room for negligence in implementing strict and coordinated measures to stop river pollution. He stressed the necessity of formulating a timely action plan and ensuring its effective implementation.

During the meeting, attendees engaged in detailed discussions regarding the current environmental status, pollution sources, existing challenges, and long-term solutions for the Buriganga, Turag, Balu, Shitalakhya, and other rivers adjacent to the capital.

Uncontrolled discharge of untreated industrial effluent, inadequate sewerage and drainage systems, reduced silt-clogged canal beds, and poor solid waste management were identified as the primary drivers of river degradation.

Key directives issued at the meeting include:


	Ensuring the active and effective operation of Effluent Treatment Plants (ETPs) in industrial facilities.
	Enhancing urban canal networks and drainage infrastructure.
	Conducting regular drives against polluters and strictly enforcing existing environmental regulations.
	Strengthening inter-agency coordination, elevating public awareness, and encouraging civic participation.


 

The meeting highlighted the critical need for seamless cooperation among key entities, including the Department of Environment, Bangladesh Water Development Board, Dhaka WASA, BIWTA, RAJUK, the Dhaka North and South City Corporations, and local district administrations.

Additionally, the Prime Minister instructed authorities to actively involve environmental organizations, voluntary groups, educational institutions, and local communities in river protection efforts.

To ensure accountability, a decision was taken to form an Inter-Agency Coordination Committee under the supervision of the Prime Minister&rsquo;s Office (PMO). The committee will formulate and execute a synchronized, time-bound action plan aimed at preventing river pollution around Dhaka. It will oversee the activities of relevant ministries and agencies and regularly submit progress reports to the PMO. 

The high-level meeting was attended by Minister for Local Government, Rural Development and Co-operatives Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir; Minister for Commerce Khandaker Abdul Muktadir; State Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Sheikh Faridul Islam; Commander of the Dhaka Naval Area Rear Admiral Abdullah-Al-Maksus; Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister A. B. M. Abdus Sattar; alongside senior officials from related ministries and departments.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:03:56 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Journalists Hold Human Chain in Kurigram Protesting Attack on Zobair]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/journalists-hold-human-chain-in-kurigram-protesting-attack-on-zobair/13453" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/journalists-hold-human-chain-in-kurigram-protesting-attack-on-zobair/13453</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Journalists in Kurigram formed a human chain to protest the attack on Muhammad Zobair, the Kurigram District Correspondent of Star News Television, who was assaulted while performing his professional duties during a July Mass Uprising Day program in Ulipur. The protesters demanded the immediate arrest of the attackers, a fair and impartial investigation, and exemplary punishment for those responsible.

The hour-long human chain was organized by the Kurigram Journalists&#39; Union on Thursday afternoon at KC Road in Kurigram town. Journalists from print, electronic, and online media, along with human rights activists and concerned citizens, took part in the demonstration.

Among those who addressed the gathering were Monowar Hossain Liton, Member Secretary of the Kurigram Journalists&#39; Union and Kurigram Correspondent of ATN News; Mahfuz Khandaker Tutor, General Secretary of the Kurigram Press Club; Rashidul Islam Rashed, Kurigram Correspondent of Channel One; Tamzid Turag, Kurigram Correspondent of Independent Television; Sujan Mohanta, Kurigram Correspondent of Samakal; and human rights activist Rukaiya Akter Rupa.

The speakers said that an attack on a journalist while carrying out professional duties is not merely an attack on an individual but also an assault on press freedom and freedom of expression. They emphasized that journalists serve the public by delivering truthful and objective news, and ensuring their safety is the responsibility of the state.

They called for an immediate, fair, impartial, and speedy investigation into the incident, urging the authorities to identify and arrest all those involved. They also demanded exemplary punishment for the perpetrators and effective measures to ensure journalists can carry out their professional responsibilities safely in the future.

At the conclusion of the human chain, journalist leaders warned that if prompt and visible legal action is not taken against the attackers, the journalist community will be compelled to announce a larger protest program.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:37:38 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Government Begins Constitution Amendment Process Without Opposition]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/government-begins-constitution-amendment-process-without-opposition/13452" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/government-begins-constitution-amendment-process-without-opposition/13452</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The government has officially kicked off the activities of a special committee formed to amend Bangladesh&#39;s constitution. However, with no representation from the opposition alliance, the amendment process is moving forward without their participation.

The 12-member parliamentary special committee on constitutional amendments is scheduled to hold its maiden meeting on Tuesday in the Cabinet Room of the Parliament Building. Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed, who heads the panel, will preside over the session.

According to sources at the Parliament Secretariat, the initial meeting will focus on member introductions, defining the committee&#39;s scope of work, outlining strategies, and discussing preliminary aspects of the amendments. Subsequent meetings will center on drafting specific recommendations for constitutional changes.

The 12-member committee was constituted during the second session of the 13th Parliament on July 13, with Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed appointed as its chairman. The committee&rsquo;s primary mandate is to submit a report to Parliament recommending necessary constitutional amendments. No strict deadline, however, has been set for submitting the final report.

Although the ruling party requested the opposition alliance to nominate five members for the committee, the opposition declined to submit any names. On the day the panel was formed, opposition lawmakers walked out of Parliament in protest against the decision.

Clarifying their stance, Dr Shafiqur Rahman, Leader of the Opposition, stated that they advocate for comprehensive constitutional reform rather than mere amendments. He asserted that the process should proceed through a Constitutional Reform Council to honor and implement the mandate of the national referendum.

On the other hand, Chief Whip of Parliament Nurul Islam Moni noted that discussions were held with opposition leaders but they failed to provide any nominees. Consequently, the committee was formed leaving those posts vacant, with the assurance that opposition members will be inducted if they choose to submit names later.

The special committee comprises the Law Minister, the Chief Whip, and lawmakers from various political parties.

According to the government, the panel will formulate its recommendations after holding consultations with judges, lawyers, constitutional experts, intellectuals, media representatives, and various political parties.

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed emphasized that necessary changes must be brought within the existing constitutional framework, maintaining that a special parliamentary committee is the most appropriate forum for such deliberations.

Meanwhile, political parties remain divided over the implementation of constitution-related proposals outlined in the July National Charter. The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) favors amending the constitution based on its own dissenting views. Whereas Bangladesh Jamat-e-Islami, the National Citizen Party (NCP), and several other political organizations demand that the July Charter&#39;s proposals be implemented through a dedicated Constitutional Reform Council.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 08:04:38 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[PM is scheduled to attend  81st session of UN General Assembly in September 2026]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/pm-is-scheduled-to-attend-81st-session-of-un-general-assembly-in-september-2026/13451" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/pm-is-scheduled-to-attend-81st-session-of-un-general-assembly-in-september-2026/13451</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is scheduled to visit the United States in September to attend the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) where Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman has already been elected as President of the 81st UNGA session. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will deliver his address under his presidency.

Diplomatic and party sources indicate the Prime Minister is likely to arrive in New York on September 21. Alongside attending the assembly, he is expected to hold bilateral meetings with several heads of state and government. He is scheduled to address the General Assembly on September 24.

According to US BNP leaders, a civic reception will be hosted for the Prime Minister in New York on September 25 following his UN engagements. He is then likely to visit San Francisco from September 26 to 28 to attend a special event.

Preparations are already underway in California for the Prime Minister&#39;s arrival. The San Francisco Bay Area, a hub for technology and innovation, is home to numerous Bangladeshi entrepreneurs and tech professionals. The visit aims to engage them in the country&#39;s economic progress and development.

Sun News/ra]]>
            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:54:07 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Will Shakib return together with Sheikh Hasina?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/will-shakib-return-together-with-sheikh-hasina/13450" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/will-shakib-return-together-with-sheikh-hasina/13450</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Former Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan has said he is willing to return to the country to face all legal cases against him, including a murder case, if the government guarantees his safety. He also said that if an immediate return is not possible, he would like to return alongside former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, referring to her as the &quot;captain.&quot;

Former Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has said he is prepared to return home after nearly two years in exile if the government provides security assurances, adding that he would face all legal proceedings against him, including the murder case filed against him.

In an interview with Reuters, Shakib said he is ready to return to Bangladesh, appear before the courts and play a farewell series, provided the government guarantees his safety.

The former Bangladesh captain had earlier expressed his desire to return to the country at the earliest opportunity. However, he said that if an immediate return is not possible, he would try to return alongside former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who has said she plans to come back to Bangladesh in December.

Reuters recently quoted Hasina as saying that she and other leaders of the Awami League intend to return to Bangladesh voluntarily in December. Responding to the same issue, Shakib said he wants to return immediately, but if that cannot happen, he would prefer to return with Hasina.

&quot;Whatever the captain says, we follow,&quot; Shakib told Reuters. &quot;I believe they will make the right decision, and we will follow their instructions.&quot;

Shakib is currently in Sri Lanka playing in the Lanka Premier League (LPL). Speaking to Reuters by phone from Sri Lanka, he said, &quot;If the government gives me clearance and ensures my security, I am ready to return to Bangladesh and face whatever is necessary, including the court proceedings.&quot;

&quot;I know I have done nothing wrong,&quot; he added.

The interview marks Shakib&#39;s most detailed public comments about his situation since spending the past two years outside Bangladesh. His circumstances reflect the broader political developments following the ouster of Sheikh Hasina&#39;s government, after which a number of her political associates faced criminal cases that have complicated their return to the country. Shakib himself is also facing multiple legal cases.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:15:29 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[FIFA WC: European giants France vs Spain!]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/fifa-wc-european-giants-france-vs-spain/13449" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/fifa-wc-european-giants-france-vs-spain/13449</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[European giants France and Spain are set to clash in the high-voltage World-Cup semi-final Tonight at 1:00AM. Both of the teams have been unstoppable throughout the tournament.

Although Spain had their hiccup against Cabo Verde, the team has shown extraordinary performance in the tournament. They have conceded only one goal in this tournament, showing remarkable achievement.

France has been outstanding throughout the tournament too. They are considered as one of the top favorites for the title.

Many describe this battle between two of the tournament&rsquo;s best teams as a &quot;final before the final.&quot; The two sides have contrasting football philosophies. France excels in fast-paced counter-attacks. Spain believes in ball possession and controlled football.

France has not faced a major test before reaching the last four. Captain Kylian Mbapp&eacute; leads their all-star attack. He has already scored eight goals in six matches.

Mbapp&eacute; is a top contender for the Golden Boot. Morover, he is supported by Bayern Munich star Michael Olise, Ballon d&#39;Or winner Ousmane Demb&eacute;l&eacute;, and the PSG duo Bradley Barcola and D&eacute;sir&eacute; Dou&eacute;.

Under Luis de la Fuente, Spain has reached the semi-finals with a calm approach. They rely on their trademark ball possession, tactical attacks, and a talented squad.

Spain defeated France 5-4 in a thrilling UEFA Nations League match last year. They also won 2-1 in the Euro 2024 semi-final before eventually winning the title.

The two nations have met 38 times in total. Spain holds a clear advantage with 18 wins. France has won 13 times, while 7 matches ended in a draw.

Since the start of the 2018 World Cup, Spain has lost only one of their 27 matches in major tournaments (16 wins, 10 draws). They have been unbeaten in 14 matches since their 2-1 defeat to Japan in the 2022 World Cup.

Will France&rsquo;s lightening paced counter-attacks will break through Spain&rsquo;s disciplined defense, or will Spain&rsquo;s controlling football decide the result of the match? Only time will say.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:36:22 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Full marks for HSC Physics questions 6, 7 due to errors]]></title>
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            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/full-marks-for-hsc-physics-questions-6-7-due-to-errors/13448</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Full marks for HSC Physics questions 6, 7 due to errors: Education Minister. Education Minister Dr ANM Ehsanul Haque Milon has announced that all HSC examinees will receive full marks for questions 6 and 7 of the Physics first paper due to errors in the questions.

He made the announcement during a question-answer session in the Jatiya Sangsad on Tuesday (July 14). &ldquo;Errors were found in questions 6 and 7 of the Physics first paper of the HSC examination. Therefore, we have decided to award full marks to all examinees for these two questions,&rdquo; the minister said.

He said the current government took charge only four months ago, while the question-setting process had been completed much earlier.

&ldquo;Question formulation and moderation usually begin about two years in advance. Therefore, the current government or administration was not involved in preparing this question paper,&rdquo; he added.

Addressing the Speaker, the education minister said the question moderation process was a lengthy one and the questions were prepared by moderators appointed during the previous government.

&ldquo;However, immediately after the errors were identified, we decided to award full marks to all examinees for questions 6 and 7 of Physics Paper 1,&rdquo; he said.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:53:47 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Urgent warning  from US Embassy in Dhaka]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/urgent-warning-from-us-embassy-in-dhaka/13447" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/urgent-warning-from-us-embassy-in-dhaka/13447</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The US Embassy in Dhaka has issued an urgent warning to Bangladeshi and other foreign nationals, stating that the misuse of US government-funded public benefits could result in visa revocation and other serious legal consequences.

The information was disclosed in a notice published Saturday on the verified Facebook page of the US Embassy in Dhaka.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:49:35 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Katabon building fire: 2 killed]]></title>
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            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/katabon-building-fire-2-killed/13446</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Two people were killed after a fire broke out at a high-rise building in Dhaka&rsquo;s Katabon early Saturday.

The deceased were identified as Md Jony, 24, son of Babul Mia of Kishoreganj district and Abdus Salam, 20, son of Selim Sarkar of Kahalu upazila in Bogura district.

Jony served as a clerk to Barrister Moazzem and Salam, a clerk of Prosecutor Abdullah Al Noman at the International Crimes Tribunal.
The fire broke out on the 12th floor of the 14-storey Al-Baraka Tower on Elephant Road at around 1:05AM.

On information, six firefighting units rushed to the scene and brought the blaze under control around 3:08AM, said Md Sihab Sarkar, an official of the Fire Service and Civil Defence control room.

The fire was completely extinguished at 5:40AM, he added.

Firefighters rescued two people from the building and took them to Dhaka Medical College Hospital, where doctors declared them dead.

Md Nazmul and Sarwar, who accompanied the victims to the hospitals, said the fire broke out at around 1:05AM, filling the upper floors of the building with smoke.

The cause of the fire and the extent of the damage could not be immediately determined.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:44:10 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Egypt on knockout round]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/egypt-on-knockout-round/13445" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/egypt-on-knockout-round/13445</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Egypt booked a place in the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time in their history after earning a 1-1 draw with Iran on Friday. The result secured Egypt a second-place finish in Group G, while Iran must wait to find out if they have done enough to progress.

Belgium claimed the top spot in the group with a commanding 5-1 victory over New Zealand in Vancouver. The group winners had previously been held to a 1-1 draw by Egypt earlier in the tournament.

Iran still have a chance of reaching the knockout rounds for the first time since the tournament expanded to 48 teams, but their qualification now depends on other results.

Egypt made a bright start, taking the lead in the fifth minute through Mahmoud Saber. Mohamed Salah, the former Liverpool forward, played a key role in the move before Saber fired the ball through the legs of Iranian goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand.

Iran responded quickly, with Ramin Rezaeian equalising nine minutes later to level the match.

The Iranians thought they had snatched a dramatic winner deep into stoppage time when Shoja Khalilzadeh found the net in the 93rd minute. However, the goal was ruled out for offside after a video review, denying Iran all three points.

A victory would have guaranteed Iran a place in the knockout stage.

The match, promoted as a &ldquo;Pride Match&rdquo; in Seattle, ended with Egypt celebrating a historic qualification, while Iran&#39;s hopes of progressing remain uncertain.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:19:59 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Venezuela earthquakes: Death toll exceeding 1k]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/venezuela-earthquakes-death-toll-exceeding-1k/13444" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/venezuela-earthquakes-death-toll-exceeding-1k/13444</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The death toll from twin earthquakes rose to 1000 in Venezuela, where tens of thousands were reported missing as a desperate and slow-moving search for survivors was boosted by international rescue teams.

Caracas residents jeered interim leader Delcy Rodriguez during her visit to a devastated neighborhood, as fury over the perceived lack of an official response mounted.

United Nations aid chief Tom Fletcher told AFP that more than 50,000 people were missing after two powerful earthquakes struck within a minute of each other on Wednesday evening, flattening buildings in the north of the country.

The coastal area of La Guaira, near the capital Caracas, was the worst hit, with one building after another crumpled by the magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 quakes.

Access to the disaster zone would be restricted from 8:00 pm local time (0000 GMT) on Friday, Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello announced in a televised address.

A rescue team from Chile arrived at one residential complex in La Guaira, made up of four tall buildings housing hundreds of apartments that had largely been reduced to rubble.

&quot;Unfortunately, the collapse is total, and there is little chance of finding survivors. Efforts are now focused on recovering the bodies of the deceased,&quot; rescue team leader Nadiomar Polanco said at the site, which resembles many others in the city.

Elsewhere, family members, neighbors and volunteers used their bare hands to try to dig out survivors, bemoaning the lack of heavy machinery or official help to save those trapped alive.

&quot;I am looking for my little Gael... he was only five months old,&quot; said an anguished Marjosly Salazar, 40, whose 16-year-old daughter died in the quake. The baby and Salazar&#39;s cousin are both missing.

&quot;Please, we need support here. We need machinery to start lifting the columns,&quot; she said. &quot;We haven&#39;t seen any government officials here, none at all.&quot;

In an upscale Caracas neighborhood, Rodriguez was greeted with angry chants from a crowd of people whose loved ones were trapped under the debris.

&quot;The government isn&#39;t doing anything for the people,&quot; they yelled from behind cordons next to a pulverized building.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:11:18 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Malaysia and China visits were advancing Bangladesh’s interests: PM]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/malaysia-and-china-visits-were-advancing-bangladeshs-interests-pm/13443" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/malaysia-and-china-visits-were-advancing-bangladeshs-interests-pm/13443</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Saturday said his visits to Malaysia and China were focused on advancing Bangladesh&rsquo;s interests and those of its people. Speaking in Parliament, he said any success achieved during the tours belong to the nation rather than any person.

&ldquo;What I have tried to do, Honourable Speaker, from my position is to speak for the interests of my country and the people of my country and to protect those interests,&rdquo; he said.

The Prime Minister said this while extending thanks and gratitude to all members of Parliament, including the Opposition Leader, for unanimously adopting a thanksgiving motion in the House on her recent six-day visit to Malaysia and China.

He said the people of Bangladesh entrusted his government with the responsibility of safeguarding their interests.

&ldquo;The core issue here is that the people of Bangladesh have given us the responsibility to look after their interests,&rdquo; Tarique Rahman said.

Referring to his party&rsquo;s &lsquo;Bangladesh First&rsquo; slogan, he said guided by that principle they tried to uphold and protect the interests of Bangladesh and its people during the visits.

&ldquo;None of us has any personal issue here. If any positive thing has been achieved, it is an achievement for Bangladesh. If the people of the country have gained any achievement through these visits, that achievement belongs to them,&rdquo; he said.

On Friday night, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman returned home from Beijing, wrapping up his six-day maiden overseas visit to China and Malaysia.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:23:44 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[&quot;Democracy becomes strong when the media is strong: Fakhrul]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/democracy-becomes-strong-when-the-media-is-strong-fakhrul/13442" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/democracy-becomes-strong-when-the-media-is-strong-fakhrul/13442</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[LGRD Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has emphasized that an independent, responsible and strong media is significant for establishing a sustainable democracy.

&quot;Democracy becomes strong when the media is strong. However, it requires a collective and responsible role from the government, media owners, journalists, and state institutions to build an effective democratic environment,&quot; he said.

He was speaking as the chief guest at a seminar titled &quot;Role of Media in Sustainable Democracy&quot;, organized by the Television Editors Council at the Holiday Inn Hotel in the capital on Friday (August 7).

The minister noted that democracy is a culture rather than just an election-centric process. He stressed the need to foster tolerance, respect differing opinions, and strengthen democratic practices alongside state institutions.

Emphasizing that telling the truth is the media&#39;s primary duty, Mirza Fakhrul urged journalists to avoid self-censorship and remain committed to objective reporting. He also highlighted the necessity of ensuring job security, fair wages, and an independent working environment for journalists.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon, who spoke as the keynote speaker, remarked that the July mass uprising has opened new doors of opportunity for the nation. He urged the media to play a crucial role in building trust between the government and the public.

Chaired by Television Editors Council Convener Dr. Abdul Hai Siddique, the seminar was attended by Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. A. B. M. Obaidul Islam, Principal Information Officer Syed Abdal Ahmad, National Press Club President Hasan Hafiz, along with senior journalists and media representatives.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:23:17 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Major Pay Hike Approved for APS and PS Staff of Ministers and State Ministers]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/major-pay-hike-approved-for-aps-and-ps-staff-of-ministers-and-state-ministers/13441" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/major-pay-hike-approved-for-aps-and-ps-staff-of-ministers-and-state-ministers/13441</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The Finance Division has introduced a revised salary structure for Assistant Private Secretaries (APS) serving ministers and state ministers, as well as Private Secretaries (PS) appointed to deputy ministers and equivalent officeholders.

Under the new arrangement, the basic monthly salary for these positions has been fixed at Tk 32,540. Previously, individuals appointed to these roles received salaries under the ninth grade of the National Pay Scale 2015, where the starting basic pay was Tk 22,000.

According to official sources, the Finance Division recently communicated its decision to the Ministry of Public Administration following a request for policy clarification regarding the remuneration of such appointees.

The revised salary package applies specifically to individuals recruited temporarily from outside the regular government service structure to serve as APS to ministers and state ministers or as PS to deputy ministers and officials of equivalent status.

The decision also outlines several conditions. While eligible appointees will receive the newly fixed basic salary along with other admissible allowances under existing rules, they will not qualify for annual salary increments. In addition, pension, gratuity, and provident fund benefits will not be available under this arrangement.

Officials familiar with the matter say the move is aimed at creating a more structured compensation framework for politically appointed administrative support staff while ensuring transparency in salary determination.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:43:25 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Court Petition Against Dr. Yunus, 4 Others Over Vaccine Shortage]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/court-petition-against-dr-yunus-4-others-over-vaccine-shortage/13440" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/court-petition-against-dr-yunus-4-others-over-vaccine-shortage/13440</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[A legal petition has been submitted to a Dhaka metropolitan court accusing former Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus and four other former officials of negligence related to a reported shortage of measles-rubella vaccines.

The petition was filed by Member of Parliament Sheikh Mojibur Rahman Iqbal, who alleged that delays in vaccine procurement and distribution exposed thousands of children to serious health risks and contributed to increased cases of measles infections.

According to court sources, the complainant&rsquo;s statement has been recorded, and the matter is currently under judicial review. The court is expected to issue its observations after examining the petition.

Besides Dr. Yunus, the petition names former Health Adviser Nur Jahan Begum, former Health Secretary Md. Saidur Rahman, former Special Assistant Prof. Dr. Muhammad Sayedur Rahman, and former Director General of Health Services Prof. Dr. Md. Abu Jafar.

The application claims that failures in ensuring the timely availability of vaccines disrupted routine immunization services, leaving many children vulnerable to preventable diseases.

The petitioner further argues that warnings regarding a possible vaccine shortage had been raised earlier but were not addressed adequately, resulting in a public health challenge and additional financial burdens on affected families.

The case has attracted significant public attention, and many observers are now awaiting the court&rsquo;s decision on whether further investigation or legal proceedings will be initiated.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:26:52 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Ad-din Medical College Hospital issue within 3 days]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/ad-din-medical-college-hospital-issue-within-3-days/13439" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/ad-din-medical-college-hospital-issue-within-3-days/13439</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Hossain has said that the investigation report into the deaths of six children at Ad-din Medical College Hospital will be submitted within the next three days.

Speaking to journalists on Monday, the Health Minister said the incident was extremely tragic.

Both the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) are conducting separate investigations to determine the actual cause of the deaths.

Sakhawat Hossain stated that the government is handling the issue with the utmost seriousness. 

The minister personally visited the hospital, and the Director General of the DGHS also inspected the site. In addition to the investigation committee formed by the ministry, the DGHS will conduct a separate inquiry. The investigation will be made more comprehensive and effective by considering various aspects, including statements from the mothers of the deceased children.

&quot;The investigation report had initially been scheduled for submission within three days. However, additional information needs to be collected to ensure that the report is more evidence-based and practical. The report is expected to be received by June 3, after which detailed findings will be made public.&#39;&#39;

Sun News/ra]]>
            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:08:33 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Ad-din Medical College Hospital issue within 3 days]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article//13438" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article//13438</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:07:46 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Offices, courts resume services]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/offices-courts-resume-services/13437" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/offices-courts-resume-services/13437</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[After a week-long Eid-ul-Azha holiday, government and private offices, courts, banks, insurance companies and the capital market resumed operations across the country on Monday (June 1).

The government had declared a seven-day holiday from May 25 to May 31 to mark the Eid-ul-Azha celebrations. With the extended break now over, millions of working people have returned to their work stations.

Banking activities resumed under normal schedules on Monday, with customer transactions taking place from 10AM to 3PM, while bank branches will remain open until 5PM.

Insurance companies have also returned to regular business hours from 10AM to 5PM.

Meanwhile, trading activities at the country&rsquo;s two stock exchanges- the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) and the Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE)- have resumed. Market transactions will continue from 10AM to 2:30PM, while office operations will run from 9AM to 4PM.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 09:50:05 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Offices, courts resume services]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article//13436" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article//13436</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 09:49:29 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[After the Holidays, its&#039; time to return]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/after-the-holidays-its-time-to-return/13435" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/after-the-holidays-its-time-to-return/13435</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[After a long seven-day holiday for Eid-ul-Azha, working people from different parts of the country have started returning to the capital Dhaka. 

However, compared to previous years, the pressure of return travel is relatively lower this time.

Many people, who were unable to travel home during Eid time, are now heading to their villages with their families, creating two-way passenger traffic at the city&#39;s transport hubs.

While visiting the key points of Dhaka, including the Gabtoli, Sayedabad and Mohakhali bus terminals, Kamalapur Railway Station and Sadarghat Launch Terminal, showed that return travel is proceeding normally. 

There are no overwhelming crowds, nor are there signs of any transport shortages.

Passengers arriving at Sadarghat said that their journeys were smooth and comfortable. Although the launches carried a considerable number of passengers, there was no excessive overcrowding, and most vessels reached their destinations on schedule.

Regular activities will resume at government, semi-government, autonomous and private institutions, as well as banks, insurance companies, financial institutions and the capital market on Monday (June 1).

The government announced a holiday from May 25 to May 31 for Eid-ul-Azha. 

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:16:04 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[New prison will be built at Jungle Salimpur in Chattogram]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/new-prison-will-be-built-at-jungle-salimpur-in-chattogram/13434" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/new-prison-will-be-built-at-jungle-salimpur-in-chattogram/13434</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The government is planning to build a prison in the controversial area of Jungle Salimpur in Chattogram, said Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed on Sunday, warning that, the area will not be allowed to serve as a sanctuary for isolated militant groups.

Speaking to journalists after visiting Jungle Salimpur, the minister said, &#39;&#39;Through the politics of corruption or the corruption of politics over the past 17 years, there has been an attempt to create a &#39;criminal state&#39; within the country, of which this Salimpur jungle is a direct example.&#39;&#39;

The minister noted that shortly after the current democratic government assumed office, several criminal incidents were observed in Chattogram. These included attacks on the residences of businesspeople by heavily armed groups and incidents of extortion. Following these events, the government treated the matter with utmost seriousness.

A coordinated joint operation involving law enforcement agencies was launched on March 9 to suppress criminal activities.

Salahuddin Ahmed added, the criminals had established a parallel system of control in Jungle Salimpur through CCTV surveillance and various security checkpoints. This network was dismantled through the joint operation.

However, he acknowledged that in some cases the operation&#39;s objectives could not be fully achieved because information had been leaked in advance.

&#39;&#39;I assure everyone that no ordinary residents will be evicted from the area; only the hideouts of criminals and militants will be dismantled.&#39;&#39;

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:08:23 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Sundarbans closed for 3 months]]></title>
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            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/sundarbans-closed-for-3-months/13433</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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                <![CDATA[The Forest Department has imposed a 3-month ban on the entry of all, including tourists, into the Sundarbans to facilitate breeding and movement of fish and wildlife. 

From June 1 to August 31, fishing, crab harvesting, honey collection and tourist visits will be completely prohibited to ensure the safe breeding of fish and aquatic species, conserve biodiversity and protect wildlife.

According to forest officials, the annual restriction helps maintain ecological balance and revitalises the forest&#39;s wildlife and biodiversity. Most fish and aquatic organisms spawn during this time, while the forest&#39;s vegetation also undergoes its natural regeneration process. To safeguard these ecological processes and ensure undisturbed wildlife movement, the annual three-month restriction will once again be enforced this year. 

Md Rezaul Karim Chowdhury, the divisional forest officer (DFO) of the Sundarbans East Forest Division, said, &#39;&#39;This restriction is imposed every year to enhance the breeding capacity of aquatic and wildlife species. Therefore, no one will be permitted to enter the Sundarbans during this period.&#39;&#39;  And issuance of new permits was suspended on May 24.

The Forest Department further stated that a proposal has been sent to the relevant ministry seeking food assistance and incentive packages for families dependent on the Sundarbans. If approved, affected households will receive support during the closure period.

The Sundarbans, recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to a rich diversity of flora and fauna, including the Royal Bengal Tiger, spotted deer, monkeys, crocodiles, monitor lizards, and various bird and fish species. 

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            <updated>Sun, 31 May 2026 08:02:36 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Police sue around 242, over Jungle Salimpur RAB camp attack]]></title>
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            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/police-sue-around-242-over-jungle-salimpur-rab-camp-attack/13432</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Police have filed a case naming 42 people, including alleged local crime figure Md Yasin, and accusing another 150 to 200 unidentified individuals over the armed attack and vandalism at an under-construction RAB camp in Jungle Salimpur of Sitakunda on early yesterday (25 May).

The case was filed late last night by Fouzderhat Police Outpost Inspector Sohel Rana, Sitakunda Police Station Officer-in-Charge Mohammad Mohinul Islam confirmed.

Earlier, around 20 to 25 people were detained during a joint operation by RAB, police and APBn after the attack. Five of them were shown arrested after verification while others were released, said the OC.

The five arrested people and Yasin, whom law enforcers describe as controlling the area, are among the 42 named accused, the OC added.

The case includes charges of organised armed assault on police, obstruction of government duties, vandalism of state property, and violations under the Explosives Act, police said.

The attack took place around 2am in the Alinagar area of Jungle Salimpur, where armed assailants opened fire on the under-construction RAB camp before using a bulldozer to destroy walls and other structures.

The attackers also dug up roads at at least four points to delay the arrival of additional law enforcement personnel, according to officials.

The assailants later fled after law enforcers responded.
Law enforcement agencies had taken control of Jungle Salimpur during a major drive on 9 March. A joint forces camp was later set up inside an under-construction building of Alinagar High School, where around 130 members of police, APBn, RRF and RAB have since been stationed.

RAB officials said forces managed to reach the area and launch an operation despite the road blockades. The elite force claimed members of the &quot;Yasin Bahini&quot; were behind the attack.

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed is scheduled to visit Jungle Salimpur on 31 May. RAB officials said there would be no security lapse during the visit.

Meanwhile, the Chattogram district administration has sought deployment of two platoons of Border Guard Bangladesh to help restore law and order and recover illegal arms in the area.

The Ministry of Home Affairs approved the request yesterday. BGB personnel are expected to remain deployed there until 31 May.

Although Jungle Salimpur falls under Sitakunda upazila, access to the area is mainly through Chattogram city via the Bayezid-Fouzderhat road and adjoining hilly routes.

The area, comprising Chinnomul and Alinagar, spans around 3,100 acres of government land, according to district administration data. Authorities say the locality has long remained under the control of land grabbers and armed groups.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Tue, 26 May 2026 17:44:30 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Measles: Death toll climbs to 555 with 10 more deaths in 24hrs]]></title>
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            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/measles-death-toll-climbs-to-555-with-10-more-deaths-in-24hrs/13431</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Ten more children died from measles and similar symptoms in Bangladesh in 24 hours till 8am today (26 May), taking the total death toll to 555 since 15 March 2026.

Of the new deaths, one was confirmed as measles-related while the remaining nine were classified as suspected, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).

During the same period, 1,083 patients with measles-like symptoms were admitted to hospitals nationwide. Of these, 53 cases were laboratory-confirmed as measles.

So far this year, at least 88 children have died from confirmed measles infections in Bangladesh. In addition, 467 children have died with symptoms consistent with measles. 

DGHS data shows that between 15 March and 26 May, a total of 8,772 measles cases were confirmed through laboratory testing.

According to the latest health bulletin, 66,023 suspected measles cases have been identified nationwide. Of these 48,800 patients have already been discharged after receiving treatment.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Tue, 26 May 2026 17:37:07 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[170 more Bangladeshis return from Libya]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/170-more-bangladeshis-return-from-libya/13430" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/170-more-bangladeshis-return-from-libya/13430</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[A group of 170 Bangladeshis detained in Libya during failed attempts to cross the Mediterranean to Europe has been repatriated.

A chartered flight of Buraq Air carrying the Bangladeshi citizens landed at Shahjalal International Airport around 8:30am on Monday, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The repatriation was carried out under a joint initiative by the Bangladesh Embassy in Tripoli, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Ministry of Expatriates&#39; Welfare and Overseas Employment, with assistance from the Libyan government and the International Organization for Migration (IOM).

According to the foreign ministry, the majority of these individuals had entered Libya illegally with the help of human traffickers, lured by the prospect of crossing the Mediterranean Sea to reach Europe.

Many of them have alleged that they were victims of abduction and torture at different times during their stay in Libya, the ministry said.

The ministry urged the returnees to share their harrowing experiences with others in their communities to help raise public awareness against human traffickers.

With this latest group, at least 893 detained Bangladeshi nationals have been brought back home from Libya so far this year.

The ministry added that efforts are ongoing to repatriate the remaining Bangladeshis currently detained in the country.

According to data from the IOM, the Mediterranean route continues to be highly dangerous for migrants attempting to reach Europe.

As of mid-May 2026, a total of 6,811 people attempting the sea crossing to Europe had been intercepted and detained in Libya.

During the same period, 822 people were reported dead or missing at sea, although data on how many of them were Bangladeshis was not immediately available.

The scale of the crisis was also significant in 2025.

According to the IOM, 27,116 people were intercepted along the Mediterranean route last year, while 1,699 others were recorded as dead or missing.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:41:28 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Measles and symptoms: 17 more children die]]></title>
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            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/measles-and-symptoms-17-more-children-die/13429</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
            </author>
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Another 17 children have died in Bangladesh from measles and measles-like symptoms. Among them, 16 children died with measles symptoms, while the Directorate General of Health Services confirmed one death from measles itself.

With this, the total number of deaths from measles and measles-like symptoms in the country over the past 71 days has risen to 545. Of these, 458 children died with measles-like symptoms, while 87 deaths from confirmed measles have been verified.

The information was revealed today, Monday, in the latest report from the Directorate General of Health Services. The figures cover the period from 8:00 am on 24 May to 8:00 am today, 25 May.

Among the 17 children who died in the last 24 hours, seven were from the Dhaka division. In addition, three children died in Sylhet division; two each in Rajshahi, Chattogram, and Barishal divisions; and one in Mymensingh.

In the past 24 hours, 1,127 measles patients were identified. During the same period, 1,027 children with measles symptoms were admitted to hospitals. Of them, 427 were from Dhaka division. Chattogram followed with 208 admissions, then Barishal with 128, and Khulna with 95. Over the last 24 hours, 1,405 patients were also discharged from hospitals.

The first measles patient in the country was identified on 15 March.

According to the latest report by the Directorate General of Health Services, the total number of measles patients over the past 71 days has reached 64,940. A total of 51,585 people have been hospitalised, while 8,719 confirmed measles cases have been identified.

Additionally, 47,619 patients have been discharged from hospitals during this period.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Mon, 25 May 2026 16:34:21 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Charge sheet filed against 2 accused]]></title>
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            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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                <![CDATA[In a case concerning the brutal murder of an eight-year-old child Ramisa in the capital&#39;s Pallabi, the police have submitted a charge sheet against the accused Sohel Rana and his wife Swapna Akter in court.

The court has accepted the charges against them, and a hearing for the formation of charges is set for 1 June.

The judge of the Dhaka Metropolitan Children Violence Suppression Tribunal, Masroor Saleqin, accepted the charges against the accused on Sunday afternoon (May 24) and gave this order.

Earlier in the day, Investigation Officer Sub-Inspector Ohiduzzaman of Pallabi Police Station submitted the charge sheet against Sohel Rana and his wife Swapna Akter in Dhaka&#39;s Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Court.

Dhaka Metropolitan Magistrate Ashraful Haque accepted the charge sheet and ordered the case to be transferred for trial.

Subsequently, the case was moved to the Dhaka Metropolitan Children Violence Suppression Tribunal.

On 19 May, at around 11: 30 am, the dismembered body of the child was recovered from a flat on the third floor of a building in the capital&#39;s Pallabi. On the same day, the police arrested Sohel Rana and his wife Swapna, residents of the flat.

In this incident, the child&#39;s father filed a case at Pallabi Police Station on charges of rape and murder. The main accused, Sohel Rana, gave a confessional statement in court last Wednesday. In his statement, he confessed to raping and murdering the child. The following Thursday night, after a cabinet meeting, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman met with the child&#39;s family. He assured them of a swift investigation and justice.

People from various walks of life, as well as different parties and organisations, have expressed outrage, condemning the brutal incident. They have been demanding a thorough investigation and speedy trial. Protests and human chains were also organised in various parts of the capital yesterday.

Today, both accused Sohel Rana and Swapna Akter were brought to the court premises and kept in custody. The Dhaka Metropolitan Children Violence Suppression Tribunal accepted the charges against them and ordered the hearing for the formation of charges to be held on 1 June. In the afternoon, both were sent back to prison.

Home Minister Salauddin Ahmed expects the trial of this case to be completed in five to seven days.

He stated this in response to questions from journalists at a dialogue organised by the Bangladesh Secretariat Reporters Forum (BSRF) at the Secretariat on Sunday morning.

The Home Minister stated that the government would do whatever is necessary to ensure the maximum punishment for this crime. He mentioned that the accused was arrested within seven hours of the murder. The accused provided a confessional statement in court within one day. His wife was also arrested based on his statement under section 164.

The government swiftly conducted DNA testing with the court&#39;s permission. The testing took three days to complete, and the report was submitted last Saturday afternoon. The post-mortem report has also been received. Combining all these, the charge sheet was drafted by Saturday night.

Referring to the appointment of a special public prosecutor to handle the case, the minister said, Considering everything, we are hopeful that this trial will be completed within five to seven days. 

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sun, 24 May 2026 17:45:36 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[16 more children die with measles symptoms]]></title>
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            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/16-more-children-die-with-measles-symptoms/13427</id>
            <author>
                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[In the last 24 hours (from 8 am Saturday to 8 am Sunday), 16 more children have died in the country due to measles symptoms.

During this time, 1,434 people across the country have been affected by measles and its symptoms. So far, a total of 528 children have died.

In Dhaka, 10 children have died due to measles symptoms, one in Rajshahi, one in Sylhet, one in Barishal, two in Mymensingh, and one in Rangpur.

The health department&#39;s report on measles released today, Monday, provided this information.

Since 15 March, there have been reports of 442 children&#39;s deaths in the country due to measles symptoms. During this period, 86 children have died after being diagnosed with measles.

According to the data of the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), from 15 March of this year until now, 63,813 children have shown symptoms of measles.

During this time, 50,558 children were admitted to the hospital with measles symptoms. However, among them, 46,214 children have recovered and returned home from the hospital.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sun, 24 May 2026 17:47:06 +0000</updated>
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