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                                <updated>Tue, 12 May 2026 17:35:18 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[PM urges students to help maintain stability in universities]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today Tuesday (12 may) called upon the university students to help maintain stability on the campuses to build the nation and move the country forward.

The premier made the call while exchanging views with Dhaka University (DU) students at Professor Muzaffar Ahmed Chowdhury Auditorium at the Social Sciences Faculty on the campus here this noon.

Tarique Rahman also urged students to learn a third language in addition to Bangla and English so that they can avail employment opportunities in different countries across the world.
Around 150 students took part in the event.

At the programme, the Prime Minister responded to different questions from the students regarding accommodation shortage in dormitories and inadequate number of seats in university libraries.

Replying to a question from Kaberi Azad, a master&rsquo;s student of the Department of Drawing and Painting, Tarique Rahman said political stability is essential for building institutions and ensuring sustainable national development.

People expect rapid change and development, but everything has to be built gradually within a stable environment, he added.

For that, a stable environment is necessary, and I believe every student can play an important role in this regard, the premier said, urging the students to build public opinion gradually in this regard through social media or any other platforms.

It is natural that the political parties will engage in politics. However, the main center of politics should be parliament. We have done many things through street politics. But now stability must come. Politics should move to parliament. Nothing can be built simply through street agitation, he said.

The Prime Minister emphasised the importance of discussion, dialogue and thoughtful decision to build the country.

To build something, stability is essential. Discussion is necessary. We must think carefully before taking action. We need your (university students) cooperation in this regard because the future is yours. You have to be strong on these issues and be vocal in protest when necessary, Tarique Rahman said, addressing the DU students.  

Earlier, the Prime Minister inaugurated a daylong national workshop at Nabab Nawab Ali Chowdhury Senate Bhaban on the DU campus this morning.

The University Grants Commission (UGC) organised the workshop titled `Transforming Higher Education in Bangladesh: Roadmap to Sustainable Excellence&rsquo; with the aim of making the country&rsquo;s higher education system more modern, inclusive and sustainable.

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            <updated>Tue, 12 May 2026 17:35:18 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[PM instructs police to treat offenders as criminals, not by political identity]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Reaffirming the government&rsquo;s uncompromising stance against corruption, terrorism and misrule, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today, Monday (11 nay), directed police officials to treat offenders strictly as criminals, regardless of their political identity.

While performing duties to combat corruption and terrorism, many times you may face pressure for their political identity and influence. Today, I want to make it clear that you should not consider anyone&rsquo;s political identity. Whoever commits a crime must be treated as a criminal, he added. 

The prime minister further said, The application of law should be equal for all. You are not the protectors of any individual or political party; rather you are the protectors of the law. You should perform your duties to serve the state and the people as well.

Tarique Rahman, also ruling BNP chairman, made the remarks while addressing senior police officers at the Shapla Hall of the Prime Minister&rsquo;s Office (PMO) in the capital this morning, Monday, on the occasion of Police Week 2026.

Noting that the role of police is indispensable in building a strong, accountable, lawful and people-friendly state system, the prime minister reiterated that the government does not want to compromise with corruption, terrorism and misrule.

At this moment, you are playing a direct role in maintaining law and order at field level across the country. So, if you can successfully fulfill the responsibilities entrusted with you, the current government will also move one step forward toward establishing a safer Bangladesh. Despite our limitations, if we can move forward utilising our capabilities, we will succeed, he said.

Stating that the types of crimes have increased due to technological advancement and changing patterns of crime, the prime minister said, As the patterns of crime have changed, the scope of police activities has also become broader and more extensive. So, police operations are no longer limited to cities, towns or districts as they were decades ago.

Transnational organised crime is now a global reality, Tarique Rahman said, adding, Therefore, every one of our police officers needs to be multi-skilled. This is the demand of the time. In such a reality, not just certain positions, but every post in the police administration is very important. Thus, it is important to have a professional mindset to work in all positions in the administration.

About the posting based on personal preference, he said if anyone compromises professionalism only for promotion or posting in his or her preferred places, he or she may gain temporary satisfaction, but it is still a compromise of professionalism. 

Therefore, my special request to you is that you should carry out whatever responsibilities are assigned to you in the police administration with seriousness. Only then will we be able to ensure an efficient, dynamic and professional police administration, the prime minister said.

Reminding that power is not permanent, he said, No government is permanent - we are in government for five years. Likewise, no administrative or police position is permanent for anyone. That&rsquo;s why I do not want to treat today&rsquo;s meeting merely as a formality. Rather, let this meeting become a moment of important commitment for the future direction of maintaining law and order in the country.

Emphasising that there is no alternative to an efficient, brave, honest and impartial police administration for a government&rsquo;s success, the prime minister said, When people face any danger, they first go to the police. I believe that if the police act sincerely, many incidents can be resolved at an early stage through legal and strategic actions.

Referring to the post-5 August situation, he said over the past one and a half years, the police have strategically handled various difficult situations and have successfully controlled mob violence in many cases.

Stating that the government wants to transform the police into a truly people-friendly force, Tarique Rahman said this government wants a police administration that will be people-friendly and trusted by citizens. 

In any country, people generally consider the police as a mirror of the government. Therefore, when the police succeed, it is also treated as the success of the government, he added.

Stressing that the relationship between the police and the people should be both lawful and humane, the prime minister said, Alongside other duties, a significant amount of your time is spent dealing with political instability, and that too is part of your responsibility.

The current government of course wants to ensure democratic political rights for the people. However, we all must remain alert so that no one can disrupt communal harmony or engage in sabotage acts, he added.

Reiterating that the government will fully implement its election manifesto and the July Charter, the prime minister said there should be no confusion that this government is firmly committed to implementing every clause and every promise of the election manifesto and the July Charter signed before the people.

The government&rsquo;s goal is to bring every citizen regardless of their political beliefs under the protection of the state&rsquo;s social security framework, he said, adding, The safety of the people must be the police&rsquo;s first consideration. Therefore, they must carry out the responsibilities assigned to them with seriousness and sincerity. Only then we will be able to build an efficient, dynamic, and professional police force.

The prime minister noted that economic inequality is one of the major causes behind criminal activity in society. Therefore, after assuming the office, this government has undertaken various initiatives to reduce economic disparity and ensure social and economic security for the citizens, he said.

Stating that the government will continue its work to ensure welfare of the police, Tarique Rahman said, Honesty, merit, and efficiency will be the core principles in recruitment, transfers, and postings in the administration. We know police duties are not confined to fixed hours. 

The way people evaluate the government largely depends on police behaviour and activities, he said, adding, The state expects honesty, efficiency, service, justice, professionalism, and humanity from the police. If you can uphold these values, then the slogan- &lsquo;Amaar Police, Amar Desh, Sobar Agee Bangladesh (My Police, My Country; Bangladesh First)&rsquo;- will truly be successful and meaningful. 

Let&rsquo;s all move forward from our respective positions for the country, the nation, and the people, the prime minister said.

The programme began with the recitation from the religious scripts. A documentary was screened highlighting the sacrifices and contributions of police members during the Liberation War and in national crises, as well as initiatives taken by Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman and Begum Khaleda Zia to modernise the police force.

At the event, police officials presented their various demands before the prime minister and assured that Bangladesh Police is always ready to support the government in maintaining peace and order in the country.

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed, Home Secretary Manzur Morshed Chowdhury, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Md Ali Hossain Fakir and Additional IGP AKM Awlad Hossain spoke at the programme.

Later, the prime minister took part in a photo session with police officers in front of the Tiger Gate of the PMO.

Earlier, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman opened the four-day Police Week-2026 on Sunday through a colorful ceremony at the Rajarbagh Police Lines ground in the capital.

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            <updated>Mon, 11 May 2026 16:53:36 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[Measles outbreak: 11 more children die amid rising cases]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[In the past 24 hours up to 8:00 am on Sunday, seven children died showing symptoms of measles, while four others died from confirmed measles infections, according to the latest update from the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).

The total number of child deaths linked to measles symptoms since 15 March has now reached 344, while 65 deaths have been confirmed as measles-related.

The figures were published in the DGHS&rsquo;s latest measles situation report issued on Sunday.

According to the report, 205 new measles cases were detected across the country in the last 24 hours. During the same period, 1,278 children were admitted to hospitals with measles symptoms.

Among the confirmed deaths from measles infection in the last 24 hours, three were reported from the Dhaka division and one from the Barishal division. In addition, deaths from measles-like symptoms were also reported: three in Dhaka division, two in Sylhet, and two in Chattogram.

The health authority said that a total of 1,503 children developed measles-like symptoms across the country in the past 24 hours. Of them, 1,278 were admitted to hospitals. Dhaka division alone accounted for 496 of these hospital admissions.

During the same period, 1,116 children were discharged after treatment.

DGHS data further shows that since 15 March, a total of 49,159 children have shown measles-like symptoms nationwide. Of them, 34,909 were admitted to hospitals. Laboratory tests confirmed measles in 6,819 cases, while 30,862 patients have recovered and been discharged.

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            <updated>Sun, 10 May 2026 17:50:16 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[Kishoreganj youth fighting for Russian forces killed in Ukrainian drone strike]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[A youth named Md Riyad Rashid (28) from Kishoreganj had gone to fight against Ukraine on behalf of the Russian army. He was killed in a drone strike by opposing forces, according to one of his friends who was stationed in the same Russian military camp.

Riyad Rashid was the son of Abdur Rashid from Majhirkona village in Jafarabad union of Karimganj upazila in the district. News of his death has cast a shadow of grief over the family home.

Family sources said that around 7:00 pm yesterday Friday, Riyad Rashid&rsquo;s friend Limon Dutta informed them of the death through Facebook Messenger. Limon Dutta, a resident of Narsingdi district, had been in the same military camp in Russia with Riyad.

Riyad&rsquo;s cousin Zahirul Islam said Limon Dutta told them that a drone strike took place on 2 May near the Ukraine border controlled by Russia. Two Bangladeshi soldiers and one Nigerian soldier were killed in the attack, while three others were injured. Limon Dutta himself lost a leg in the strike and is currently undergoing treatment at a hospital there. Yesterday, after confirming Riyad Rashid&rsquo;s death, Limon informed the family.

It was learned that Riyad was the fourth among five siblings. He had gone to Russia in October 2024 to work for a company. On 7 April this year, Riyad and many other Bangladeshis joined the Russian army. His batch number was 735.

Zahirul Islam further said the family last spoke with Riyad Rashid on 28 April. Riyad&rsquo;s body has still not been found.

Riyad Rashid&rsquo;s father, former teacher of Jafarabad High School Abdur Rashid, said tearfully, Riyad did not tell me about joining the army. Had I known, I would never have allowed my son to join. We still cannot find his body. They say it may have been completely destroyed in the drone strike. How can a father endure such pain?

Chairman of Jafarabad union Abu Sadat Md Sayem said, Riyad Rashid was like a younger brother. After hearing the news, I went to his home. The entire family is devastated with grief. I do not know how to console them in this situation. The government should stand beside the family.

Officer in charge of Karimganj Police Station Md Emranul Kabir said police visited Riyad Rashid&rsquo;s home after receiving the news. They confirmed the death through family sources.

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            <updated>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:47:20 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Shakira unveils official World Cup song]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Colombian singer Shakira unveiled the official song for the 2026 World Cup, Dai Dai, on Thursday (7 may).

The 49-year-old posted a video on Instagram on Thursday from Brazil&#39;s Maracana stadium to tease the track, which features Nigerian singer Burna Boy. The song will be released on May 14.

In the footage, the singer appears alongside a group of dancers dressed in the colours of several of the national teams taking part in the tournament, which will be held from Jun 11 to Jul 19 in Mexico, the United States and Canada.

The video also features the official match balls from the 2006, 2010 and 2014 World Cups, apparently referencing the tournaments in which Shakira played a prominent role musically.

The Latin pop star had also performed the official song for the 2010 World Cup in South Africa - Waka Waka (This Time for Africa).

She performed her hit Hips Don&#39;t Lie and La La La (Brazil 2014) during ceremonies at the 2006 World Cup in Germany and 2014 tournament in Brazil respectively.

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            <updated>Fri, 08 May 2026 14:13:40 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[Seven die from measles, related symptoms in 24hrs]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Seven children died from measles between 8am yesterday and 8am today friday (8 May), according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).

During the same period, 1,212 patients with measles-like symptoms were admitted to hospitals nationwide.

Of these, 282 cases were laboratory-confirmed as measles.

So far this year, at least 58 children have died from confirmed measles infections in Bangladesh. In addition, 285 children have died with symptoms consistent with measles.

DGHS data shows that between 15 March and 8 May, a total of 6,490 measles cases were confirmed through laboratory testing.

According to the latest health bulletin, 46,710 suspected measles cases have been identified nationwide. Of these, 29,152 patients have already been discharged after receiving treatment.

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            <updated>Fri, 08 May 2026 14:07:11 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Suvendu Adhikari set to be next West Bengal CM]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Suvendu Adhikari was elected as Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislature party leader today friday (8 May), which paved the way for him to take oath as chief minister of West Bengal.

I announce Suvendu Adhikari as the leader of the BJP legislature party in West Bengal, senior BJP leader and Indian Home Minister Amit Shah told reporters in Kolkata.

Shah&#39;s announcement came after a meeting of the party&#39;s legislature wing. It was Shah who proposed the name of the 55-year-old Suvendu as the leader of the legislature party.

Suvendu will replace Mamata Banerjee as chief minister.

The swearing-in ceremony of the first BJP government in the state will be held tomorrow (9 May) at Brigade Parade Ground in central Kolkata.

The BJP won 207 of the 294 seats in the assembly, ending the 15-year rule of the Trinamool Congress in Bengal.

Suvendu Adhikari defeated Mamata Banerjee in the Bhabanipur constituency in south Kolkata, adding to his earlier victory over her in Nandigram in 2021.

Shah was actively involved in the process of selecting BJP&#39;s new chief minister in Bengal and had been appointed the party&#39;s central observer for the state.

We will give our best for the development of West Bengal, Shah said.

He added that the BJP&#39;s victory in the West Bengal polls was very significant.

Our responsibility has increased with this huge mandate, Shah said. I also want to say that the expectations the people of Bengal have placed on us and the mandate they have given with hope and trust, we will make every effort to ensure that their faith is not broken in any way.

He added, There should be no shortcomings in our work. It is the responsibility of every BJP worker to move forward with the goal of building a Sonar Bangla and to fulfill the aspirations of the people of Bengal&hellip; It is now our duty to fulfill the promises made by Modi to the people of Bengal and to dedicate our best efforts in the service of the people.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Shah, BJP President Nitin Nabin and chief ministers from NDA-ruled states are expected to attend the swearing-in ceremony.

Preparations for the event have already begun in Kolkata, with senior officials reviewing arrangements at Brigade Parade Ground.

Discussions are also underway regarding cabinet composition, portfolio allocation and governance priorities for the incoming administration.

The BJP&#39;s victory in Bengal is being viewed as the party&#39;s biggest political breakthrough in eastern India and a major shift in the state&#39;s political landscape.

After the oath-taking ceremony, the new chief minister, along with his deputies and select dignitaries, will head to the 250-year-old Writers&#39; Buildings in central Kolkata to symbolically begin his tenure from the second floor of the state secretariat.

He will then move to the state assembly, located about 1.5 kilometres away, where he will operate until renovation work at his chamber in Writers&#39; Buildings is completed.

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            <updated>Fri, 08 May 2026 14:01:45 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Govt declares seven-day Eid-ul-Adha holiday]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[The government has declared a seven-day holiday for Eid-ul-Adha, from 25-31 May.

The decision was announced following a Cabinet meeting held at the Secretariat tonight (7 May) with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman in the chair.

However, the weekly holiday on Saturday (23 May) has been cancelled and offices will remain open.

The information was disclosed in a press release issued by the Cabinet Division.

Besides, the cabinet meeting approved the draft of the `National Public Toilet Policy 2026.&rsquo;

Its main objectives are to raise public awareness regarding the use, maintenance and cleanliness of public toilets; ensure easy access to hygienic and standard public toilet facilities across the country to improve public health and sanitation standards; and guarantee user-friendly toilet facilities for women, children, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and marginalised communities.

In addition, the policy aims to ensure effective management models and financing for the long-term functionality and sustainability of the public toilet system, as well as establish effective mechanisms for monitoring, evaluating, and updating the policy as needed to keep it relevant over time.

To raise awareness among students about hygienic toilet usage, the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Primary and Mass Education, the Local Government Division, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, and the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting will undertake necessary initiatives.

Infrastructure development projects must include the construction of separate toilets for women. Construction of septic tanks for waste storage in all toilets will be mandatory, and under no circumstances will toilet waste be allowed to flow into rivers, canals, wetlands, or other water bodies and cause water pollution.

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            <updated>Thu, 07 May 2026 18:05:35 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Army to be withdrawn from field by June]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[The government has decided to withdraw all army personnel deployed in field-level duties across the country by June, following a decision taken at a meeting of the law and order-related core committee.

The final phase of withdrawal will begin on 6 June, starting with remote districts, followed by divisional cities and major districts in phases, reports Prothom Alo, citing meeting sources. All troops are expected to return to barracks within the month.

The decision came at the first meeting of the reconstituted core committee held yesterday (5 May) after the formation of the new government following the 13th parliamentary election.

The committee, chaired by Home Affairs Minister Salahuddin Ahmed, was reformed on 21 April to assess the law and order and internal security situation and determine necessary actions.

Senior officials, including the inspector general of police, Dhaka Metropolitan Police acting commissioner and director general of Border Guard Bangladesh, attended the nearly two-and-a-half-hour meeting.

Army personnel were initially deployed on 19 July 2024 during nationwide unrest triggered by protests over public sector job quota reforms. Following the fall of the Awami League government on 5 August amid mass protests and the subsequent collapse of the police force, troops remained in the field under the interim administration, which later granted them limited judicial powers in September.

Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman had earlier indicated that the military preferred to return to barracks once the situation stabilised and the police force was reorganised. A gradual withdrawal had begun in November last year.

Despite the election period, army members remained deployed across the country. Currently, around 17,000 personnel are still engaged in field duties, according to the Prothom Alo report.

The defence ministry had repeatedly requested their withdrawal, citing fatigue among personnel after prolonged deployment.

The meeting also discussed other issues, including extortion, anti-narcotics drives and law enforcement reforms. It was decided that cases would be filed against those involved in extortion, regardless of political affiliation.

Participants also reviewed cases involving journalists arrested following the July Uprising, with a decision not to oppose bail for those not accused of serious offences and to avoid harassment if they seek to travel abroad.

The committee further decided to cancel firearm licences issued during the previous government&#39;s tenure and approved providing security personnel to administrators of Dhaka North and South City Corporations.

Discussions were also held on enhancing border security in light of political developments in India&#39;s West Bengal, as well as on police uniform changes. The existing uniform-navy blue shirts and khaki trousers-will remain unchanged.

The home ministry is expected to formally notify the defence ministry of the withdrawal decision.

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            <updated>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:48:08 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Foreign minister defends Bangladesh-US trade deal, cites global examples]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman today Tuesday (5 May) defended Bangladesh&#39;s position in its reciprocal trade agreement with the US, urging critics to view the deal in a global context and compare it with similar agreements signed by other countries.

He made the remarks after a meeting with a delegation led by Assistant US Trade Representative for South and Central Asia Brendan Lynch in the capital.

Responding to a question on the conditions of the deal, the foreign minister said open discussion on such agreements is important. It is very good that there is discussion on this, and any agreement should be open to debate.

We are not the only country to sign such agreements. Other countries around the world have done the same, said the foreign minister.

He cited examples, saying that countries like Indonesia have agreed to even higher numbers of similar provisions.

So, when you read Bangladesh&#39;s agreement, you should read it alongside those of Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia and others. That way, you will be able to better understand the context, he added.

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            <updated>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:49:50 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[Measles outbreak: 17 children die in highest single-day toll]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Seventeen children have died from measles and measles-like symptoms within a 24-hour period&mdash;the highest single-day toll recorded so far&mdash;according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). The deaths occurred between 8am Sunday and 8am Monday (4 May), as the country continues to grapple with a severe outbreak.

During the same period, 1,456 patients with measles-like symptoms were admitted to hospitals nationwide.

Of these, 154 cases were laboratory-confirmed as measles.

So far this year, at least 52 children have died from confirmed measles infections in Bangladesh. In addition, 259 children have died with symptoms consistent with measles.

DGHS data shows that between 15 March and 04 May, a total of 5,467 measles cases were confirmed through laboratory testing.

According to the latest health bulletin, 41,793 suspected measles cases have been identified nationwide. Of these, 25,151 patients have already been discharged after receiving treatment.

Public health expert M Mushtuq Husain told, Deaths begin to decline about a month after infections start falling. We are still not seeing signs of infections decreasing. The outbreak remains at its peak, so there are no immediate signs of improvement.

He added, Given the current measles situation, a public health emergency should be declared so that everyone can work freely in their respective roles. But the government is not doing that. Even after Covid, we still did not learn how to respond properly to an epidemic.

Dr Mushtuq Husain said children with fever should be isolated quickly. This would help ensure treatment while also reducing transmission.

But the reality is that many poor families in the country live with several people in one room. If one person is infected, the disease spreads rapidly to others. Therefore, arrangements should be made to monitor infected children at upazila health complexes or city corporation hospitals, he said.

Health Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Hossain said at an event yesterday that measles infections would begin to decline within the next four to five days.

It usually takes around three weeks for a vaccine to become effective. However, due to the current measures, the outbreak will come under control soon, he said.

The Health Minister said that if ICU services could be ensured at all district hospitals, pressure on central hospitals would be reduced significantly.

He added that specialised wards had already been set up to deal with the measles outbreak, and there were plans to increase their number depending on the situation.

The Health Minister said the previous government had not left an adequate stock of vaccines. However, due to the current government&#39;s diplomatic efforts, friendly countries and donor agencies had extended support.

He said a large shipment of vaccines would arrive in the country on 6 May.

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            <updated>Mon, 04 May 2026 18:07:09 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Govt sends 16 more DIGs, One additional DIG into forced retirement]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[The government has placed 16 deputy inspector generals (DIGs) and one additional DIG of the Bangladesh Police into forced retirement in a fresh administrative reshuffle.

The decision was announced today (3 May) through a notification signed by Senior Secretary of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Monzur Morshed Chowdhury, by order of the president.

According to the notification, the officers, belonging to the BCS (Police) cadre, have been retired from government service in the public interest under Section 45 of the Government Service Act, 2018.

The notification also states that the officials will receive retirement benefits in accordance with existing rules.

Earlier, on 22 April, the government sent 11 DIGs and two additional DIGs into forced retirement.

Those retired include DIG of the Anti-Terrorism Unit Mofiz Uddin Ahmed, DIG of Highway Police Imtiaz Ahmed, and DIG of CID Md. Habibur Rahman, DIG (TR) at Police Headquarters, Saleh Mohammad Tanvir, Director of National Security Intelligence (NSI), Md Harun-or-Rashid, and DIG of Dhaka Police Staff College SM Akhtaruzzaman, reports UNB.

Besides, Commandant (DIG) of Noakhali PTC, Md Haidar Ali Khan, Commandant of Khulna PTC, Md Mahbubur Rahman Bhuiya, DIG of Tourist Police, Md Ruhul Amin, DIG of Highway Police, Md Rafiqul Hasan Gani, DIG of River Police, Md Mizanur Rahman, and Commissioner of Rangpur Metropolitan Police, Md. Majid Ali.

The list further includes DIG at Police Headquarters, Kazi Zia Uddin; DIG of Railway Police, Md Golam Rauf Khan; Commandant of Rangpur PTC, Sheikh Mohammad Rezaul Haider; and DIG of Highway Police, Rakhfar Sultana Khanam.

In the same order, Superintendent of Police (Supernumerary Additional DIG) of Railway Police Farhat Ahmed has also been sent into retirement.

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            <updated>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:50:17 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[হোয়াটসঅ্যাপে নিজের নগ্ন ছবি দেখে মানসিক হেনস্তায় অভিনেত্রী]]></title>
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            <updated>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:19:42 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Impact of Rain and Fuel Price Hikes on Essential Commodity Markets]]></title>
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            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/impact-of-rain-and-fuel-price-hikes-on-essential-commodity-markets/13400</id>
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                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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                <![CDATA[Prices of essential commodities in the capital Dhaka markets have been rising, with traders citing rainfall and increased transportation costs as key reasons. From meat, fish, and vegetables to eggs, rice, lentils, and edible oil&mdash;almost all categories are experiencing upward pressure. The prices of broiler chicken, pangas fish, and beef are moving beyond the reach of ordinary consumers, while hardly any vegetables are available below 60 taka per kg.

Overall, higher transportation costs have directly impacted production and supply chains. While traders blame rain and rising fuel prices, consumers complain that artificial shortages are being created to justify unreasonable price hikes.

In this situation, the cost of living for lower- and middle-income groups has come under increased strain, raising fresh concerns about market management and oversight.

On Friday (May 1), visits to several markets in the capital revealed continued price increases in essential goods.

Among vegetables, prices of onions, cucumbers, eggplants, chilies, and green papaya have increased further over the past week. Prices of broiler chicken and eggs have also risen. In grocery items, sugar, coarse lentils, and polao rice have become more expensive. although the price of bottled soybean oil has been raised, supply in the market has yet to normalize.

Traders said that recent rainfall has disrupted the normal supply of vegetables. In addition, higher fuel prices have increased transportation costs, which has affected vegetable prices.

Market observations show that prices of at least nine vegetables have risen in the past week. The sharpest increase was seen in cucumbers, which jumped from 30 taka per kg to 80&ndash;100 taka for hybrid varieties, with local varieties costing even more. Prices of eggplant, ridge gourd, snake gourd, sponge gourd, and tomatoes have increased by 10&ndash;15 taka per kg. Green papaya and chilies have risen by 20 taka, now selling at 80&ndash;100 taka per kg.

According to the Department of Agricultural Marketing, compared to last month, cucumber prices have risen by 111%, green papaya by 87%, local tomatoes by 25%, and eggplants by 7%.

Onion prices have also increased by 5 taka per kg over the past week, now selling at 40&ndash;45 taka per kg. However, onions had been sold at very low prices for a long time this year, limiting farmers&rsquo; profits. The recent increase may help improve their margins.

Currently, vegetables are being sold at the following prices: potatoes 20&ndash;25 taka/kg, tomatoes 60 taka, bitter gourd 60&ndash;65, pointed gourd 60, bottle gourd 50&ndash;60 per piece, papaya 70, carrots 80, okra 60, snake gourd and ridge gourd 70, cucumber 100&ndash;110, yardlong beans 80, teasel gourd 120, eggplant 80&ndash;100, and sponge gourd 60&ndash;70 taka per kg.

Vendors reported that heavy rain has reduced vegetable supply, as fields in many areas are waterlogged, preventing farmers from harvesting.

At the same time, global fuel price increases have led the government to raise domestic fuel prices: diesel by 15 taka per liter, kerosene by 18, octane by 20, and petrol by 19 taka. This has further pushed up commodity prices.

Traders noted that transport costs for vegetable trucks have increased by 5,000&ndash;7,000 taka, especially from regions like Dhaka, Chattogram, and Sylhet, while rain has reduced supply in recent days&mdash;both contributing to higher prices.

Egg prices have also risen, with a dozen farm eggs selling for 120&ndash;130 taka, compared to 100&ndash;110 taka earlier. This increase is attributed to higher transport costs and some supply shortages.

Broiler chicken prices are now 190&ndash;200 taka per kg, up from 150&ndash;160 taka about a month and a half ago. Sonali chicken prices have slightly decreased to 350&ndash;360 taka per kg, though they were higher earlier.

Beef is being sold at 780&ndash;800 taka per kg, with most vendors unwilling to sell below 800 taka. Traders say prices are unlikely to fall further as the upcoming Eid-ul-Adha influences cattle pricing.

Consumers have expressed frustration over rising prices, saying it is becoming increasingly difficult for low-income people to cope.

Fish prices have also increased by 10&ndash;20 taka per kg over the week. Pangas is selling at 220&ndash;260 taka, tilapia at 230, pabda at 380, rohu at 320&ndash;360, katla at 400, tengra at 850, and shrimp at 1,000&ndash;1,250 taka per kg. Hilsa (500g size) is priced at 1,500&ndash;1,600 taka per kg.

Polao rice prices have increased by about 15 taka per kg, now reaching around 190 taka for packaged rice. Open market, it sells for 150&ndash;160 taka.

Sugar remains at 105&ndash;110 taka per kg after a recent increase, while coarse lentils have risen to 90&ndash;95 taka per kg.

Soybean oil prices were recently raised by 4 taka per liter, bringing bottled oil to 199 taka per liter and loose oil to 180 taka. However, despite the price hike, bottled soybean oil remains in short supply in the market, a situation persisting for about three months.

Traders hope that supply will improve within a few days following the price adjustment.

Fuel costs affect every stage of food production&mdash;from paddy processing to storage and transport&mdash;so rising fuel prices have also pushed up rice prices. Currently, coarse rice sells at 55&ndash;60 taka per kg, medium rice at 60&ndash;68 taka, and miniket rice at around 88 taka, all higher than a week ago.

Some traders argue that while fuel costs may justify a 2&ndash;3 taka increase per kg, actual price hikes of 5&ndash;6 taka are excessive and driven by wholesale market pressure.

Consumer rights activists have criticized the government&rsquo;s decision to allow edible oil price increases, alleging that it reflects yielding to business pressure rather than protecting public interest.

They also argue that most of the edible oil currently in the market was imported months ago, so recent global price increases should not justify immediate local price hikes. Instead, they allege that supply was deliberately restricted to create artificial shortages.

According to them, ordinary consumers are effectively held hostage by dishonest business groups, while regulatory authorities fail to take effective action despite being aware of the situation.

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            <updated>Sun, 03 May 2026 17:35:48 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Today is Great May Day]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/today-is-great-may-day/13399" />
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                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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                <![CDATA[Today is the first of May&mdash;International Workers&#39; Day, commonly known as May Day. This year&rsquo;s theme is: &ldquo;Healthy workers, diligent hands; a new dawn will arrive.&rdquo;

On the occasion, President Mohammed Shahabuddin and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman have issued separate messages. The day will be observed through various programs.

The story dates back to 1886. Workers in Chicago, USA, began protests demanding an eight-hour workday. Armed police surrounded them. The movement was peaceful, but suddenly an unidentified man threw a bomb at the police. In response, the police launched a brutal attack on unarmed workers. When they opened fire to suppress the protest, 11 workers were killed, and many others were injured or arrested. Later, six arrested workers were executed after what was widely considered a mock trial. This sparked protests across the world. Eventually, the U.S. government was compelled to accept the workers&rsquo; demands.

In 1889, during the centenary of the French Revolution, the first congress of international labor organizations was held in Paris, France. There, Raymond Lavigne proposed observing the anniversary of the Chicago incident internationally from the following year. This proposal was officially adopted at the second congress in 1891.

However, riots occurred on May Day in 1894. Later, in 1904, at the International Socialist Conference in Amsterdam, Netherlands, a resolution was adopted urging all socialist democratic parties and trade unions to organize rallies and processions worldwide every May 1 to demand an eight-hour workday and promote peace.

Although there was concern about potential casualties, labor organizations around the world decided to observe May 1 as a &ldquo;mandatory day off.&rdquo; Many countries demanded it be declared a public holiday, and this was implemented in several nations.

May Day is now observed with due dignity in around 80 countries, including Bangladesh. However, in the United States and Canada, Labor Day is observed in September. The Central Labor Union and the Knights of Labor initiated that observance.

After the Haymarket incident, then U.S. President Grover Cleveland believed that May 1 observances could lead to conflict. As a result, in 1887 he supported celebrating Labor Day in September instead&mdash;a tradition that continues to this day.

The day carries both sorrow and joy. It commemorates the blood, anger, and sacrifices of workers in the United States, the benefits of which are now enjoyed by workers worldwide&mdash;and will continue to be for generations to come.

May Day is a public holiday. Workers and labor organizations across the globe observe it through rallies and processions. It serves as a source of inspiration for labor movements and also promotes harmonious relations between employers and workers. It is a day to end exploitation and deprivation.

President Mohammed Shahabuddin described May Day as &ldquo;a glorious day&rdquo; for establishing workers&rsquo; rights worldwide. In a message on Thursday, he expressed his delight that both May Day and National Occupational Health and Safety Day are being observed across the country. He extended heartfelt greetings and congratulations to workers in Bangladesh and around the world.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman also extended his greetings, stating that workers are the driving force behind national development and progress. Their labor builds the foundation of industry, agriculture, infrastructure, and the economy.

He emphasized that improving workers&rsquo; living standards, ensuring fair rights, creating safe working environments, and establishing social dignity are key commitments of the government. Positive change in workers&rsquo; lives can be achieved through labor-friendly policies, increased employment, and welfare initiatives.

Various labor organizations have planned detailed programs for the occasion, including worker rallies, processions, discussions, seminars, and cultural events.

National newspapers have published special supplements marking the day. Bangladesh Television, Bangladesh Betar, and private TV channels are broadcasting special programs and talk shows.

To mark May Day, the BNP will hold a workers&rsquo; rally in front of its central office in Nayapaltan in the capital at 2 PM on Friday. Party leaders said that Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman will attend as the chief guest.

This announcement was made on Thursday at a press conference held at the BNP central office by Nazrul Islam Khan, a standing committee member and advisor to the Prime Minister. He stated that the rally is being organized to demand workers&rsquo; rights.

Labor activists hope that one day all fears and crises will be overcome. People across the country and the world wait for that moment. A new dawn will come again. Raised fists will rise high. The struggle of Labor Day will be fulfilled.

May Day is not just a day of celebration&mdash;it is a day of commitment. That commitment is the fight to end the exploitation of working people across the world.

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            <updated>Fri, 01 May 2026 10:06:43 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[May Day observed today]]></title>
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            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/may-day-observed-today/13398</id>
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                <![CDATA[Bangladesh joined the rest of the world on Friday in observing May Day, honoring the historic struggle of workers for fair rights and better working conditions, while leaders reiterated commitments to improving labour welfare and dignity.

The historic May Day, also known as International Workers&rsquo; Solidarity Day, is being observed across Bangladesh with due importance alongside global celebrations. The day commemorates the late 19th-century labor movement in Chicago, where workers protested for an eight-hour workday.

This year&rsquo;s theme, &ldquo;Healthy Workers, Productive Hands, A New Dawn Awaits (Sustho Sramik, Karmotho Hat, Ashbe Ebar Nobo Provat),&rdquo; highlights the importance of workers&rsquo; well-being in national progress. The day has been declared a public holiday, with newspapers publishing special supplements and electronic media broadcasting programmes focusing on its significance.

Various socio-cultural organizations and political parties have arranged events and activities marking the occasion.

May Day traces back to May 1, 1886, when workers in Chicago went on strike demanding an eight-hour workday instead of the prevailing 12-hour shifts. During protests at Haymarket, police opened fire, killing several workers. The movement eventually led to the global acceptance of the eight-hour workday.

In 1889, an international workers&rsquo; congress in Paris officially declared May 1 as International Workers&rsquo; Solidarity Day, and it has been observed worldwide since 1890.

Marking the occasion, President Mohammed Shahabuddin and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman issued separate messages emphasizing the importance of workers in national development.

The President highlighted past and ongoing initiatives aimed at ensuring workers&rsquo; rights and welfare, including labor law reforms, fair wages, social security measures and the expansion of trade union rights. He stressed that workers are the driving force behind the country&rsquo;s progress and underscored the need for safe working environments and social protection.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman described workers as the backbone of development across all sectors, including industry, agriculture and infrastructure. He reaffirmed the government&rsquo;s commitment to improving living standards, ensuring fair rights and enhancing workplace safety and dignity.

Both leaders expressed hope that continued efforts would significantly improve the lives of workers and contribute to building a prosperous Bangladesh.

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            <updated>Fri, 01 May 2026 09:35:16 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Bogra Municipality is upgrading to City Corporation]]></title>
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            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/bogra-municipality-is-upgrading-to-city-corporation/13397</id>
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                <![CDATA[The process of upgrading the 150-year-old Bogra Municipality to a city corporation has been finalized. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will formally inaugurate the Bogura City Corporation on Monday.

Bogura Municipality was last expanded in 2006 during the tenure of former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia, when 48 surrounding mouzas were incorporated, increasing its area to 69.56 square kilometres. 

At the time, the number of wards rose from 12 to 21, with plans to eventually upgrade the municipality into a city corporation. However, due to various administrative complexities, the plan was not implemented.

According to PM&#39;s Protocol Officer-1 Ujjal Hossain, the Prime Minister will formally inaugurate the Bogura City Corporation at 11AM on Monday.

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            <updated>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:50:05 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[HSC exams Jul 2]]></title>
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            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/hsc-exams-jul-2/13396</id>
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                <![CDATA[Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and its equivalent examinations will begin on July 2 across the country simultaneously.

The decision was taken at a meeting, chaired by Education Minister Dr. A N M Ehsanul Haque Milan, held at the Secondary and Higher Education Division of the Education Ministry on Saturday.

In a first, this year&#39;s HSC exams will be conducted with unified question papers across all 11 education boards, including nine general boards, as well as madrasa and technical boards.

Previously, only madrasa and technical boards followed a common question system, while general boards used separate papers.

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            <updated>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:40:55 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[HSC exams Jul 2,2026]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article//13395" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article//13395</id>
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            <updated>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:29:01 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Expatriates’ Knowledge and Investment Strengthening the Economy: Information &amp; Broadcasting Minister]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/expatriates-knowledge-and-investment-strengthening-the-economy-information-broadcasting-minister/13394" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/expatriates-knowledge-and-investment-strengthening-the-economy-information-broadcasting-minister/13394</id>
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                <![CDATA[Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahid Uddin Swapan said, expatriate Bangladeshis are a valuable asset to the country. Their knowledge, talent, wisdom, and hard work are strengthening the national economy. He called upon expatriate Bangladeshis to come forward and contribute more to the country&rsquo;s development in the future.
The minister made these remarks this morning at his office in the ministry when Civic Mayor of Tameside Council in Manchester, England, Councilor Shibly Alam paid a courtesy call on him.

The minister said that England is the cradle of democracy. Bangladeshis living there for a long time are not only contributing economically but are also playing a positive role in advancing democracy in Bangladesh.
During the meeting, Councilor Shibly Alam highly praised women&rsquo;s empowerment in Bangladesh. She expressed hope that Bangladeshi women will move further ahead in various sectors, including economic development and in social and state affairs. She also expressed interest in working for the health and rights of Bangladeshi women.

Both sides expressed optimism about further strengthening the relationship between Bangladesh and the United Kingdom.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:32:46 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Islami Bank inaugurates special Hajj Booth at the Hajj Camp in Ashkona]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/islami-bank-inaugurates-special-hajj-booth-at-the-hajj-camp-in-ashkona/13393" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/islami-bank-inaugurates-special-hajj-booth-at-the-hajj-camp-in-ashkona/13393</id>
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                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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                <![CDATA[Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC launched a special booth at the Hajj Camp in Ashkona, Dhaka, to provide banking services, necessary information, and gift items to Hajj pilgrims. Md. Altaf Hossain, Managing Director (Current Charge) of the bank inaugurated the booth as the chief guest on April 16, 2026. A.K.M. Mahbub Morshed, Head of Dhaka North Zone and Md. Maznuzzaman, Executive Vice President along with other executive &amp;amp; officials of the bank were present at the occasion.
Islami Bank provides banking services, information, and Hajj-related gift items to pilgrims by setting up a booth at the Ashkona Hajj Camp every year. The banking services include providing foreign currency such as Saudi Riyal and Dollar in exchange for Bangladeshi Taka, issuing Hajj Cards, endorsing Debit and Khidmah (Credit) Cards and providing ATM booth services. Through these cards, pilgrims can withdraw Riyals from any booth with the Visa
logo in Saudi Arabia. On behalf of Islami Bank, clients are provided with umbrellas, handbags, shoe bags, and bags for keeping stones to be thrown in Mina. To raise awareness about the rules and processes of performing Hajj, leaflets containing various information and Hajj guidelines are also provided.

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            <updated>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:46:30 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Islami Bank inaugurates special Hajj Booth at the Hajj Camp in Ashkona]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article//13392" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article//13392</id>
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            <updated>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:45:59 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Primary scholarship amounts to bereviewed: Bobby]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/primary-scholarship-amounts-to-bereviewed-bobby/13391" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/primary-scholarship-amounts-to-bereviewed-bobby/13391</id>
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                <![CDATA[State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj has said that the government is considering revisions to the primary scholarship examination policy, including a fresh review of scholarship amounts and the number of beneficiaries.

&#39;&#39;New criteria may be set separately for students at the government and non-government levels to further motivate students and their families,&#39;&#39; the state minister told reporters after visiting the primary scholarship examination centre at Motijheel Government Primary School on Wednesday morning.

&quot;Many measures will be introduced to encourage students and parents. Existing initiatives will also continue. I have spoken with parents; they have certain demands which the government will try to address through dialogue in the coming days.&quot;

Bobby Hajjaj said, &quot;The government&#39;s core objective is to encourage students to attend school and pursue education through various initiatives, including scholarships. In line with this, there are plans to carry out the programme on a larger scale in the future.&#39;&#39;

Highlighting the government&#39;s push to boost literacy, Bobby Hajjaj said the current government aims to raise the literacy rate to the target of 96 per cent.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:12:59 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Islamabad hosting US-Iran peace talk]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/islamabad-hosting-us-iran-peace-talk/13390" />
            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/islamabad-hosting-us-iran-peace-talk/13390</id>
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                <name> <![CDATA[Sunnews Admin]]></name>
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                <![CDATA[Senior US and Iranian leaders were in the Pakistani capital Islamabad on Saturday for negotiations to end their six-week-old war, although Tehran threw the talks into doubt by saying they could not begin without commitments on Lebanon and sanctions.

The US delegation, led by Vice-President JD Vance and including President Donald Trump&#39;s special envoy Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner, landed in two US air force planes at an air base in Islamabad on Saturday morning, where they were received by Pakistan&#39;s army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.

The Iranian delegation, led by parliamentary Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, arrived on Friday.

These will be the highest-level US-Iran talks since the Islamic Revolution of 1979 and the first official face-to-face negotiations between the two sides since 2015, when they reached a deal on Iran&#39;s nuclear programme.

Trump scrapped the nuclear deal in 2018 during his first term in office. That year, Iran&#39;s then-Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei - who was killed at the start of the war six weeks ago - banned further direct talks between US and Iranian officials.

Iran Has &lsquo;No Cards&rsquo;, Trump Says

Qalibaf said on X that Washington had previously agreed to unblock Iranian assets and to a ceasefire in Lebanon, where Israeli attacks on Iran-backed Hezbollah militants have killed nearly 2,000 people since the start of the fighting in March. He said talks would not start until those pledges were fulfilled.

Iran&#39;s state broadcaster said the Iranian delegation would meet Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif around noon (0700 GMT) to determine the timing and manner of &quot;possible negotiations&quot;.

Israel and the US have said the Lebanon campaign is not part of the Iran-US ceasefire, while Tehran insists it is.

Qalibaf said separately that Iran was ready to reach a deal if Washington offered what he described as a genuine agreement and granted Iran its rights, Iranian state media reported.

The White House did not immediately comment on the Iranian demands, but Trump posted on social media that the only reason the Iranians were alive was to negotiate a deal.

&quot;The Iranians don&#39;t seem to realize they have no cards, other than a short term extortion of the World by using International Waterways. The only reason they are alive today is to negotiate!&quot; he said.

Vance, speaking as he headed to Pakistan, said he expected a positive outcome but added: &quot;If they&#39;re going to try to play us, then they&#39;re going to find the negotiating team is not that receptive.&quot;

Preliminary discussions have been separately held by Pakistani officials with advance teams from both sides, sources in Islamabad said.

Iran&#39;s semi-official Tasnim News Agency said these included 70 members from Tehran, including technical specialists in economic, security and political fields as well as media personnel and support staff. About 100 members of an advance US team were in the city, a Pakistani government source said.

&quot;We&#39;re very positive,&quot; said another Pakistani source close to the discussions.

Asked if talks would end on Saturday, the source said: &quot;Too early to say. They have instructions to close a deal or walk away. Hence not in a rush. These talks are not on the clock.&quot;

Islamabad was under an unprecedented lockdown ahead of the talks with thousands of paramilitary personnel and army troops on the streets.

&quot;We have deployed multi-layer security for this event, which is based on coordination, intelligence and constant monitoring for zero disruption and full control,&quot; Pakistan&#39;s junior interior minister, Talal Chaudhry, told Reuters.

Trump announced a two-week ceasefire in the war on Tuesday, which has halted US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran.

But it has not ended Iran&#39;s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which has caused the biggest-ever disruption to global energy supplies, or calmed the parallel war between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Fighting Continues in Lebanon

Israeli and Lebanese officials will hold talks in Washington on Tuesday, both sides said, amid conflicting accounts on what those talks would cover.

Lebanon&#39;s presidency said officials from the two countries had held a phone call on Friday and agreed to discuss announcing a ceasefire and setting a start date for bilateral talks under US mediation. But Israel&#39;s embassy in Washington said the talks would constitute the start of &quot;formal peace negotiations&quot; and that Israel had refused to discuss a ceasefire with Hezbollah.

Tehran&#39;s agenda at the Islamabad talks also includes demands for major new concessions, including the end of sanctions that crippled its economy for years, and acknowledgment of its authority over the Strait of Hormuz, where it aims to collect transit fees and control access in what would amount to a huge shift in regional power.

Iran&#39;s ships were sailing through the strait unimpeded on Friday, while those of other countries remained hemmed inside.

Disruption to energy supplies has fed inflation and slowed the global economy, with an impact expected to last for months even if negotiators succeed in reopening the strait.

The hard line taken by Iran&#39;s leaders ahead of the negotiations followed a defiant message from its new Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei on Thursday.

Khamenei, yet to be seen in public and said to be suffering from severe facial and leg injuries sustained in the attack that killed his father, said Iran would demand compensation for all wartime damage. &quot;We will certainly not leave unpunished the criminal aggressors who attacked our country,&quot; he said.

Although Trump has declared victory and degraded Iran&#39;s military capabilities, the war has not achieved many of the aims he set out at the start: to deprive Iran of the ability to strike its neighbours, dismantle its nuclear programme, and make it easier for its people to overthrow their government.

Iran still possesses missiles and drones capable of hitting its neighbours and a stockpile of more than 400 kg (900 pounds) of uranium enriched near the level needed to make a bomb. Its clerical rulers, who faced a popular uprising just months ago, withstood the war with no sign of organised opposition.

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            <updated>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 08:55:14 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[This is Parliament, not Shahbag&#039;: Speaker]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Speaker Major (Retd.) Hafiz Uddin Ahmed, Bir Bikram, admonished opposition MP Hasnat Abdullah on Friday, telling him to exercise patience and restraint after the lawmaker became visibly agitated during a heated parliamentary debate over amendments to the July Mass Uprising Memorial Museum Bill.

&quot;You cannot be this impatient, Mr. Abdullah. This is not Shahbag intersection, this is Parliament. You must wait patiently here and listen,&quot; the Speaker said, directing his remarks at the Cumilla-4 MP during the thirteenth day of the first session of the thirteenth parliament.

The exchange occurred after the passage of the July Mass Uprising Memorial Museum Bill 2026 with three ruling party amendments that increased government control over the institution, a move that triggered strong objections from the opposition. As tensions escalated in the chamber, the Speaker intervened to restore order.

Addressing Hasnat Abdullah directly, the Speaker explained that parliamentary procedure allows limited scope for verbal interventions. &quot;You will submit notices, and we will adjudicate on those notices. The point the Law Minister has made can be reconsidered. You can discuss among yourselves and bring an amendment bill in the next session, which the ruling party will certainly consider,&quot; he said.

Despite the tension, the Speaker took the opportunity to commend the overall conduct of the current parliament, drawing comparisons with previous assemblies he had witnessed. &quot;I have seen the previous six parliaments. No previous parliament had as beautiful and cooperative an environment as this one. The remarkable understanding shown by both the government and opposition in passing 90 bills is rare in parliamentary history,&quot; he said, noting that past parliaments were marked by extremely sharp and even obscene exchanges between the two sides.

The Speaker highlighted the strength of the current opposition, calling the presence of 77 to 78 opposition members a significant achievement for democracy. &quot;We all came here through a fair election. After the July uprising, this parliament has had a wonderful beginning. We want to move forward with the spirit of cooperation,&quot; he said.

Striking a conciliatory tone, the Speaker affirmed that disagreement is the beauty of democracy. &quot;If there were no differences of opinion, the country would have only one party,&quot; he observed, pledging to ensure the opposition receives its rightful space in parliamentary proceedings.

&quot;As Speaker, I assure you that I will make every effort to ensure the opposition gets the rights it deserves,&quot; he said.

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            <updated>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 08:48:52 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Banglar Joyjatra pushback from Strait of Hormuz]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[The Bangladeshi vessel, MV Banglar Joyjatra, has been denied to pass through Iran&#39;s Strait of Hormuz forcing the vessel to turn back toward Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). 

The denial made a fresh setback to efforts to bring home the ship and its 31-member crew stranded in the Persian Gulf for over 40 days.

According to Bangladesh Shipping Corporation (BSC) sources, the ship departed Saudi Arabia&#39;s Ras Al Khair port on Wednesday following a ceasefire in the Middle East conflict, heading toward the strategic strait after being stranded for approximately 40 days. 

After nearly 40 hours of continuous sailing, the vessel reached the vicinity of the strait on Friday morning and formally requested passage clearance from the Iranian government. Tehran, however, rejected the request, forcing the ship to reverse course toward Sharjah port.

 

BSC Managing Director Commodore Mahmudul Malek confirmed that the passage request was made in accordance with Iranian guidelines but was turned down. &quot;Diplomatic efforts to secure permission are ongoing. The ship is currently positioned near the Strait of Hormuz and has been instructed to return to Sharjah given the circumstances,&quot; he said.

Commodore Malek assured that the 31 crew members aboard have adequate food supplies. While the vessel has the capacity to purify 18 tons of seawater daily, rationing has reduced actual water consumption to six tons per day to keep the engine running efficiently. To maintain crew morale during the prolonged ordeal, the daily food allowance per sailor has been increased from seven dollars to 12 dollars, and each crew member is receiving a war allowance equivalent to their basic salary.

The ship&#39;s troubles began when it entered the Persian Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz on February 2 carrying cargo from India. After loading steel coils from Qatar, it arrived at Jebel Ali port in the UAE on February 27. 

The following day, US and Israeli strikes on Iran triggered retaliatory attacks across the region, rapidly escalating into a wider conflict that trapped commercial vessels in the Gulf.

After completing cargo unloading at Jebel Ali on March 11, the BSC had planned to send the ship to a Kuwaiti port for a new consignment but instead decided to bring it home safely as hostilities intensified. An earlier attempt to navigate toward the strait was also abandoned due to security concerns before the latest failed bid following the ceasefire.

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            <updated>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:46:15 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[EC Officers has violated major electoral rules in recent by-polls: Jamat]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami on Thursday alleged large-scale irregularities in the Bogura-6 and Sherpur-3 by-elections, claiming that the fairness of the polls was compromised by vote rigging, ballot stuffing and forced expulsion of polling agents.

Speaking at a press briefing held at the party&rsquo;s central office, Jamaat Secretary General Mia Golam Parwar expressed grave concern over the conduct of the elections, demanding immediate intervention from the Election Commission.

&quot;We have received alarming reports from both constituencies. Our polling agents were not allowed to enter many centres and in several instances, they were forcibly removed to facilitate fake voting,&quot; Parwar alleged.

Referring to the situation in Bogura, Parwar claimed that presiding officers in several centres violated electoral rules by forcing polling agents to sign result sheets as early as the morning.

&ldquo;The law dictates that result sheets are to be signed after the counting process ends. However, at centres like Maltinagar Government Primary School, signatures were taken in advance, clearing way for irregularities,&rdquo; he said.

Regarding Sherpur-3, Parwar alleged that by noon, agents had been driven out of at least 13 polling stations. He cited an incident at Islamia Kamil Madrasa in Sreebordi municipality, where he claimed local political activists entered the centre, expelled Jamaat agents and assaulted a party youth leader.

He further noted that the pre-election atmosphere in Sherpur was marred by the death of Rezaul Karim, Sreebordi upazila unit secretary, who was allegedly beaten to death, adding to the local tensions.

Jamaat leader criticised the role of law enforcement and election officials, stating that despite filing over 20 written complaints, no effective action was taken to curb the intimidation of voters, particularly women.

&ldquo;We are bringing these serious violations to the attention of the Chief Election Commissioner. We demand legal action against those responsible and call for re-polling in the centres where major irregularities occurred,&rdquo; Parwar added, warning that the credibility of the entire process is at stake.

The by-elections were held on Thursday following the vacation of the Bogura-6 seat by BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman, who chose to retain the Dhaka-17 constituency and the death of the original Jamaat candidate for Sherpur-3, Nuruzzaman Badal.

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            <updated>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:12:17 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[EC Officers has violated major electoral rules in recent by-polls: Jamat]]></title>
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            <updated>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:11:47 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[US, Israel and Iran conflict has triggered fresh global uncertainties: Finance Minister]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury on Friday said the government is focusing on economic democratisation and deregulation to ensure that the benefits of national growth reach every citizen across the country.

He also said that the government is fully equipped with a robust strategy to navigate emerging global and domestic challenges, prioritising a transparent and inclusive economic framework over mere GDP growth.

Delivering a comprehensive statement in Parliament with Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmad, Bir Bikram, in the chair, the minister highlighted that the government, backed by a strong public mandate, has initiated sweeping reforms to stabilise the economy and restore institutional strength.

Minister informed the House that the ongoing conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran has triggered fresh global uncertainties, causing fuel oil and LNG prices to more than double in international markets.

Despite the soaring costs, Khosru emphasised that the government has opted to shield citizens by maintaining existing energy prices. This decision, however, will require an additional subsidy of approximately Taka 36,000 crore in the current fiscal year, necessitating nearly USD 3 billion for additional import payments and exerting significant pressure on foreign exchange reserves.

Outlining a bold vision to transform Bangladesh into a trillion-dollar economy by 2034, the finance minister noted that the government is focused on economic democratisation and deregulation to ensure that the benefits of growth reach every citizen.

As part of this roadmap, the government has undertaken a plan to create one crore jobs through ICT expansion, modernising infrastructure, and developing the blue economy.

Additionally, administration has begun distributing 50 lakh family cards and has waived agricultural loans up to Tk 10,000 to support rural producers.

On the fiscal front, Khosru stated that the government is prioritising revenue transparency and automation to raise tax-GDP ratio to 10% in the medium term and 15% by 2034.

He also detailed steps taken to restore discipline in the banking sector, including strengthening the central bank&#39;s legal framework and addressing capital shortages.

Highlighting the &quot;Made in Bangladesh&quot; brand initiative, he expressed confidence that the strategic planning led by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman would fulfill public expectations.

Minister concluded by announcing that work has already commenced on the national budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, with a primary focus on restoring sector-wide discipline.

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            <updated>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:54:53 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[US army is searching that Iranian fighter jet pilot !]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[The US is trying to bomb and kill the pilot of a fighter jet that was shot down in Iran two days ago.

&ldquo;After their disappointment to rescue the pilot of a fighter jet that was shot down by Iranian armed forces two days ago, the Americans are seeking to bomb and kill pilot in locations where he is likely to be present,&rdquo; a military source told the Tasnim news agency.

The source noted that several American fighter jets bombed some areas in Kohgiluyeh city of the Kohgiluyeh and Boyer Ahmad province tonight because they thought their pilot was present in this area.

The Americans are desperate to find their second person, whom they call the flight crew, and for this reason they want to kill him by bombing several places, he added.

The source did not comment on whether the individual is currently in the hands of Iranian forces.

&quot;We are not saying anything about this at the moment, but one thing that can be mentioned is that the Americans are not telling the whole truth, even about the first pilot, whom they claimed they saved.&quot;

According to the military source, the story of the pilots of this downed fighter jet will become another scandal for the Americans.

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            <updated>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 10:04:23 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Baishakhi procession renamed  as Baishakhi Shobhajatra]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[The traditional procession organised by the Faculty of Fine Arts of Dhaka University marking Pahela Baishakh has been renamed &#39;Baishakhi Shobhajatra&#39;.

Cultural Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury made the announcement on Sunday while talking to reporters after a meeting on the preparations to celebrate Pahela Baishakh and Baishabi, the major New Year festival of ethnic minority groups, at his ministry.

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            <updated>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 08:34:14 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Commodity price will also increase in Bangladesh: Khasru]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury on Sunday warned that prices of essential commodities are set to rise in the country in the coming days no doubt.

&quot;Due to the supply chain crisis, not only fuel but other commodities will also increase in Bangladesh,&quot; Amir Khosru told reporters after a National Multi-Stakeholder Consultation Workshop on LDC graduation preparedness at the Planning Ministry in Sher-e-Bangla Nagar.

He said, noting that this is not a problem affecting only Bangladesh but a global challenge.

&#39;&#39;The ongoing energy crisis is already casting an adverse shadow over the national economy. The prices of food items will go up as a consequence of this crisis.&quot;

Minister Amir Khosru also acknowledged the growing fiscal pressure on the government, pointing out that while other countries have significantly raised fuel prices, Bangladesh has refrained from doing so - a decision, which is straining state funds.

&quot;How long we can keep fuel prices unchanged is difficult to say with certainty. We are purchasing fuel using state treasury funds, which will ultimately be a loss for the people,&quot; the minister said, adding that any decision on fuel pricing will be taken with public welfare as the foremost consideration.

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            <updated>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 08:22:15 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Measles vaccination from Sunday: Health Minister]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[The government will begin an emergency measles vaccination from Sunday (April 5). Health Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain made the announcement at a press conference at the Secretariat on Wednesday.
Speaking at a briefing, the minister said the campaign will continue until full coverage is achieved among children aged between six months and 10 years.

He added that alongside the measles vaccination drive, other routine immunization activities under the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) will also continue.

The initiative comes as part of efforts to protect children and prevent the spread of measles across the country.

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            <updated>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:59:05 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Measles vaccination from Sunday: Health Minister]]></title>
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            <updated>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:57:26 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[DMP has launched drive to free footpaths and roads]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/dmp-has-launched-drive-to-free-footpaths-and-roads/13379" />
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                <![CDATA[Traffic Division of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has launched a special drive to free footpaths and roads from illegal occupation in the capital.

The drive was conducted simultaneously from 10AM on both sides of roads in different areas, including Moghbazar rail crossing area to Banglamotor area, Phulbaria Bus Stand-Bakshibazar to Chakharpool, Nightingle Intersection to Arambagh.

Besides, Dholaipar to Jatrabari and Faruk Sarani, Indira Road, Green Road, Ananda Cinema Hall, Bashundhara and KarwanBazar area, Kazipara, Shewrapara, Taltala, Bhashantek and Mirpur-14 and BNS Centre to House Building North Tower and Kakoli Outgoing.

The drive will be carried out from April 1 to April 5 at different locations and times, said Arifa Akhter Preeti, Assistant Police Commissioner of the Media and Public Relations Division of DMP.

Prior to the eviction drive, DMP asked the traders and shop owners to remove their goods from footpaths and roads. However, belongings of those who failed to comply were removed during the drive and fines were imposed in some cases.

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            <updated>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:53:25 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Drone fell on a farm in UAE&#039;s Fujairah]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[A Bangladeshi national was killed after debris from an intercepted drone fell on a farm in the Al-Rifa&rsquo;a area in UAE&#39;s Fujairah, according to Gulf news. But his identity has yet been confirmed.

The Fujairah Government Media Office said UAE air defence systems successfully intercepted an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) over the emirate. Following the interception and debris landed on a farm in Al-Rifa&rsquo;a.

A Bangladeshi national died as a result of the incident, authorities said. Authorities and emergency teams remain at the site, continuing to monitor the situation and ensure safety in the surrounding area.

Residents were urged to follow updates through official government platforms.

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            </summary>
            
            
            <updated>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:44:10 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Drone fell on a farm in UAE&#039;s Fujairah]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article//13377" />
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            <updated>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:43:38 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[&quot;Cuba is next after Iran&quot;: Trump]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday suggested that &quot;Cuba is next&quot; in the sequence of U.S. actions following recent military operations in Venezuela and ongoing attacks on Iran, remarks that immediately drew global attention and added to regional tensions, reports Xinhua.

Speaking at the Future Investment Initiative conference in Miami, Florida, Trump made the comment in an off the cuff manner, urging the media to &quot;pretend I didnt say that,&quot; before repeating that &quot;Cubas next.&quot; He did not outline specific plans for military or political action but his remarks were widely interpreted as signaling future pressure on Havana.

The comments come after U.S. forces raided Venezuela on January 3, ousting President Nicolas Maduro, and launched a series of large scale joint attacks with Israel on Iran beginning February 28. These operations have already heightened geopolitical tensions across multiple regions.

Cuba has been struggling under decades of U.S. sanctions and a severe economic and energy crisis, with the United Nations highlighting fuel shortages that have pushed parts of the country toward humanitarian stress.

Earlier this month, Trump had said that Cuba was &quot;going to fall pretty soon,&quot; although at that time he noted that the administrations main focus remained on the conflict with Iran.

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            <updated>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 16:06:10 +0000</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Information Minister at Turkiye Summit]]></title>
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            <id>https://en.sunnews24x7.com/news/article/information-minister-at-turkiye-summit/13375</id>
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                <![CDATA[Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan has emphasised the importance of credible communication, strong democratic institutions, and a free media in ensuring stability in the evolving global order at the International Strategic Communication Summit (STRATCOM) 2026, held today in Istanbul.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz, and Head of Communications Burhanettin Duran delivered the opening remarks at the event.

The Information Minister thanked the Government of Turkiye for hosting the timely forum amid rising global uncertainty, marked by shifting power dynamics and growing challenges of misinformation and disinformation, while delivering his speech at the panel discussion titled &ldquo;A New Framework for the Global Order: A Communication Perspective.&rdquo;

He highlighted that strategic communication is now central to governance, with nations increasingly judged by the credibility and consistency of their communication.

He stressed that the most effective response to misinformation lies in strengthening institutions, particularly an independent and professional media.

&ldquo;A strong fourth estate is essential to protect truth, ensure accountability, and sustain public trust,&rdquo; the minister said.

Bangladesh&rsquo;s ongoing reform priorities were also outlined, including strengthening democratic institutions, ensuring media freedom, reviewing restrictive laws, and developing an independent media regulatory framework.

The Information Minister reiterated that the solution to information disorder lies in a balanced, institutional approach&mdash;rejecting both censorship and unchecked chaos.

He further outlined three key principles for strategic communication: credibility, democratic resilience, and global cooperation.

The Information Minister highlighted the challenges of tackling misinformation and disinformation in a densely populated and rapidly digitizing country like Bangladesh. He noted that during the previous fascist regime, information was strategically distorted and used as a tool to control the public.

He Minister stated in his speech that in this digital age, an effective balance is needed between access to information and the free flow of information. A new, appropriate framework at both national and international levels will help us address emerging challenges. Bangladesh seeks to learn from other countries on these issues, while also contributing its own experiences to enrich global knowledge. This shared knowledge will work towards global peace and prosperity.

Highlighting bilateral ties, Bangladesh reaffirmed its close relationship with Turkiye and appreciated its support on humanitarian issues, including the Rohingya crisis.

Zahir Uddin Swapan concluded his speech with a call for a more inclusive global communication framework that ensures the voices of developing nations are fairly represented.

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus Tahsin Ertugruloglu, Syria&rsquo;s Minister of Information Hamza Almustafa, and First Vice Minister for Culture and Information of Kazakhstan Kanat Zhumabayevich Iskakov also participated in the panel discussion.

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            <updated>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 06:10:06 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[Information Minister at Turkiye Summit]]></title>
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            <updated>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 06:09:25 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[Strait of Hormuz closed, Enemy hips will face ‘harsh measures’: IRGC, Iran]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Iran&rsquo;s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has announced that the Strait of Hormuz is closed and any transit through the waterway will face &ldquo;harsh measures&rdquo;, according to state media, reports UK-based daily The Independent.

It added that shipping &ldquo;to and from ports of allies and supporters of the Israeli-American enemies&rdquo; is prohibited through any corridor or to any destination. Three container ships of mixed nationalities were forced to turn back after warnings.

The passage, through which one fifth of the world&rsquo;s oil and gas passes, has remained largely closed since the outbreak of hostilities. It comes as Donald Trump is considering sending another 10,000 troops to the Middle East, according to a Wall Street Journal report. 

The forces would likely be sent within striking distance of Iran and Kharg Island, a key oil export hub off in the Persian Gulf. Despite the escalation, Germany&rsquo;s foreign minister on Friday said the US and Iran have had indirect negotiations and that representatives plan to meet shortly in Pakistan.

Trump said he would again extend the deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face the destruction of its energy plants, after Tehran had earlier rejected a 15-point US proposal to end the fighting as unfair. 


Iran&#39;s response to a US peace proposal aimed at ending the war in the Middle East is expected later on Friday, according to a source briefed on the matter.

President Donald Trump and top White House officials have been told via interlocutors that Iran&#39;s counter-proposal would likely arrive later today, the source said.

America has said that negotiations have been taking place while Iran has publicly rejected the claims and insisted it will fight until &ldquo;complete victory&rdquo;, accusing the US of making the statements in order to ease oil prices.

G7 foreign ministers demand an end to attacks on civilians in Iran war


The foreign ministers of the G7 group of nations called on Friday for an immediate stop to attacks against civilians and civilian infrastructure in the Iran war.

In a joint statement seen by Reuters and agreed on the second day of a G7 meeting in France - this year&#39;s host country - ministers wrote: &ldquo;We focused on the value of diverse partnerships, coordination, and supporting initiatives, including to mitigate global economic shocks such as disruptions to economic, energy, fertilizer and commercial supply chains, which have direct impacts on our citizens.&rdquo;

The ministers also reiterated the need to restore safe and toll-free freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

The G7 members are the United States, Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy and Japan, along with the European Union.

Protests erupt as Philippines declares energy emergency with only 45 days of fuel left amid Iran war
Protests have erupted across the Philippines in response to the fuel crisis sparked by Iran&rsquo;s hold of the Strait of Hormuz, which has largely halted oil and gas shipments.

The country declared an energy emergency on Wednesday amid fears that fuel will run out as the Iran war rages on.

On Tuesday, the country&rsquo;s energy secretary Sharon Garin said the country had about 45 days of fuel supply left.

Taxi drivers have told Sky News that they are operating at losses if they go to work because the price of fuel has risen so high.

Iran hackers claim breach of FBI director&#39;s personal accounts

Iran-linked hackers have publicly claimed the breach of FBI Director Kash Patel&#39;s personal inbox, publishing photographs of the director and his purported resume.

A Justice Department official confirmed to Reuters that Patel&#39;s emails were compromised but did not go into detail. The FBI did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

A DOJ official told Reuters that the material published by the Iran-linked hacker group appears authentic.

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            <updated>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:17:04 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Liberation War mustn&#039;t be undermined: PM]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[The Prime Minister (PM) Tarique Rahman has said the legacy of the 1971 Liberation War must not be diminished under the guise of discussion, criticism or research, stressing the need to uphold historical truth and national values.
Speaking as the chief guest at a BNP-organized discussion marking Independence and National Day at Engineers Institution in Dhaka, Tarique said the nation must not forget its past but cautioned that excessive preoccupation with history has at times hindered progress toward the future.

The prime minister described Ziaur Rahman as an inevitable character of the 1971 Liberation War, noting that although he was a military officer rather than a political activist, his writings reveal a deep and long-held aspiration for a sovereign Bangladesh. 

Tarique cited Ziaur Rahman&#39;s essay titled The Birth of a Nation, first published in Dainik Bangla newspaper on March 26, 1972, marking the country&#39;s first Independence Day. 

He quoted from its final paragraph, in which Ziaur Rahman wrote about the historic moment at 2:15 am on March 26, 1971, describing it as a day written in blood on the hearts of Bengalis that the people of Bangladesh would remember and cherish forever.

The PM emphasized the historical significance of the essay, noting that it was published shortly after the war ended when all surviving freedom fighters and key participants were still alive, yet no one raised any objection or contradiction to its contents. 

He added that the essay was republished in 1974 in the weekly magazine Bichitra, again without any dispute from the then government or any political figure.

Tarique argued that these facts demonstrate that attempts to diminish Ziaur Rahman&#39;s role in the Liberation War are baseless. He called the essay a unique and invaluable document of the independence movement.

Drawing parallels with global freedom struggles, the prime minister said only those who have fought for independence can truly understand its value, referencing the ongoing struggle of the Palestinian people. 

He paid tribute to the hundreds of thousands who sacrificed their lives in 1971 and acknowledged those who he said defended democracy and sovereignty during political upheaval in 2024.

Tarique said the aspirations of all martyrs from 1971 to the present have been rooted in equality, human dignity and social justice, with the ultimate goal of establishing an independent, sovereign, safe and democratic Bangladesh free from subservience.

Highlighting the government&#39;s development agenda, the prime minister said the elected government has launched several programs targeting people across all sectors, including family cards, farmer cards, canal excavation, tree plantation drives and employment generation initiatives. 

He said the government is working tirelessly to improve living standards across the country.

Concluding his address, Tarique called on citizens to pledge unity and coexistence on Independence Day. 

He urged people of all classes and professions to work together toward building a self-reliant Bangladesh, embracing good values and rejecting negativity as the nation&#39;s collective commitment on this historic occasion.

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            <updated>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 04:46:07 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Black marketers exploiting fuel crisis: Amir Khasru]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury has accused black market operators of exploiting the ongoing fuel crisis to damage the government&rsquo;s image, amid supply pressures linked to conflict in the Middle East. The Minister has said in a meeting at the Institution of Engineers auditorium in Dhaka that some traders were hoarding fuel and engaging in illicit activities to create artificial shortages. He noted that the current energy crunch in Bangladesh has been driven by disruptions in global supply due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

However, he emphasized that the government has stepped up efforts to secure fuel from multiple sources and maintain steady supply. &ldquo;The government is maintaining strong communication and taking proactive measures to import fuel from various sources. In fact, more fuel is being supplied now than before,&rdquo; the minister said.

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            <updated>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 04:43:42 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[What next  after 48 hours of US ultimatum]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Iran warned it would strike energy and water infrastructure across the Gulf if US President Donald Trump follows through on his threat to attack its electricity grid, raising fears of mass disruption in a region heavily dependent on desalination for drinking water.

Trump set a Monday deadline of around 7:45pm EDT (2345 GMT), warning late on Saturday that the United States would strike Iran&rsquo;s power plants unless Tehran fully reopened the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours.

The prospect of tit-for-tat strikes on civilian infrastructure further unsettled oil markets, with prices opening choppy in early Asia trading.

After more than three weeks of heavy US and Israeli bombardment that officials say has sharply reduced Iran&rsquo;s missile capabilities, Tehran has continued to demonstrate its ability to strike back.

Air raid sirens sounded across parts of northern and central Israel, including in Tel Aviv, and the occupied West Bank overnight on Sunday, warning of incoming missiles from Iran.

Hours earlier, the Israeli military said it had completed a wave of strikes on Tehran that targeted a military base as well as weapons production and storage facilities.

At least one person was killed in an air strike on a radio station in Iran&#39;s gulf port of Bandar Abbas and Air Defenses were activated in eastern Tehran, the semi-official Mehr News agency reported early on Monday.

Trump&#39;s warning came less than a day after signalling the United States might considering winding down the conflict, even as US Marines and heavy landing craft were heading to the region.

&ldquo;If Iran&rsquo;s fuel and energy infrastructure is attacked by the enemy, all energy infrastructure, as well as information technology...and water desalination facilities, belonging to the US and the regime in the region will be targeted pursuant to previous warnings,&rdquo; Iranian military spokesman Ebrahim Zolfaqari said, according to ⁠state media.

But while attacks on electricity could hurt Iran, they would be potentially catastrophic for its Gulf neighbours, which consume around five times as much power per capita. Electricity makes their gleaming desert cities habitable, in part by powering the desalination plants that produce 100 percent of the water consumed in Bahrain and Qatar. Such plants use seawater to meet more than 80 percent of drinking water needs in the United Arab Emirates, and 50 percent of the water supply in Saudi Arabia.

Iran&#39;s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf doubled down, writing on X that critical infrastructure and energy facilities in the Middle East could be &quot;irreversibly destroyed&quot; should Iranian power plants be attacked.

Iran&#39;s powerful Revolutionary Guards said it would also mean the shipping lane where a fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas normally transits along Iran&#39;s southern coast would remain shut.

&quot;The Strait of Hormuz will be completely closed and will not be opened until our destroyed power plants are rebuilt,&quot; the Guards said in a statement.

More than 2,000 people have been killed during the war the US and Israel launched on Feb 28, which has upended markets, spiked fuel costs, fuelled global inflation fears and convulsed the postwar Western alliance.

&lsquo;Ticking Time Bomb of Elevated Uncertainity&rsquo;

&quot;President Trump&#39;s threat has now placed a 48-hour ticking time bomb of elevated uncertainty over markets,&quot; said IG market analyst Tony Sycamore, who expects stock markets to fall when they reopen on Monday.

Iranian attacks have effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, causing the worst oil crisis since the 1970s. Its near-closure sent European gas prices surging as much as 35 percent last week.

&quot;If Iran doesn&#39;t FULLY OPEN, WITHOUT THREAT, the Strait of Hormuz, within 48 HOURS from this exact point in time, the United States of America will hit and obliterate their various POWER PLANTS, STARTING WITH THE BIGGEST ONE FIRST!&quot; Trump posted on social media around 7:45pm EDT (2345 GMT) on Saturday.

Iranian media quoted the country&#39;s representative to the International Maritime Organisation as saying the strait remains open to all shipping except vessels linked to &quot;Iran&#39;s enemies&quot;.

Ali Mousavi said passage through the waterway was possible by coordinating security and safety arrangements with Tehran.

Ship-tracking data shows some vessels, such as Indian-flagged ships and a Pakistani oil tanker, have negotiated safe passage through the strait. But the vast majority of ships have remained holed up inside.

The United States and Israel say they have seriously degraded Iran&#39;s ability to project force beyond its borders with their three weeks of intensive air strikes. But Tehran fired its first known long-range ballistic missiles with a range of 4,000km (2,500 miles) on Friday towards a US-British Indian Ocean military base, expanding the risk of attacks beyond the Middle East.

On Sunday, Iranian strikes on two southern Israeli towns injured dozens in what an Israeli hospital described as a major casualty event. The towns were located close to Israel&#39;s secretive nuclear reactor and a number of military installations, including Nevatim Air Base, one of the country&#39;s largest.

Israel Expects &lsquo;Weeks More of Fighting&rsquo;

The war has been taking place alongside a confrontation on a separate front between Israel and Lebanon&#39;s Hezbollah, backed by Iran, with Israel saying on Sunday its troops had raided a number of the armed group&#39;s sites in southern Lebanon.

Israeli military spokesperson Brigadier General Effie Defrin told reporters Israel continues to hit Iran nonstop and expects &quot;weeks more of fighting against Iran and Hezbollah.&quot;

Hezbollah said it had attacked several border areas in northern Israel. Israeli emergency services said one person was killed in a kibbutz near the border. Israel later said it was checking whether the death was caused by Israeli fire.

Hezbollah has fired hundreds of rockets at Israel since it entered the regional war on Mar 2, prompting an Israeli offensive that has killed more than 1,000 people in Lebanon.

Israel said it had instructed the military to accelerate the demolition of Lebanese homes in &quot;frontline villages&quot; to end threats to Israelis, and to destroy all bridges over Lebanon&#39;s Litani River which it said were used for &quot;terrorist activity&quot;.

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            <updated>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:43:44 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What next  after 48 hours of US ultimatum]]></title>
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            <updated>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:42:29 +0000</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[Mirza Abbas is showing gradual improvement: AZM Zahid]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[BNP Standing Committee member Mirza Abbas is showing gradual improvement while undergoing treatment at Singapore General Hospital, according to Social Welfare Minister Prof Dr AZM Zahid Hossain.

Speaking on Monday, Zahid said physicians attending Abbas have observed encouraging clinical indicators. &ldquo;I spoke with the doctors and they confirmed that several parameters are improving. His condition is getting better,&rdquo; he said, noting that recovery may be slow due to the nature of his brain-related condition.

Abbas, who also serves as Political Adviser to the Prime Minister, was flown to Singapore by air ambulance on March 15 after undergoing neurosurgery in Dhaka.

Hospital sources and family members indicated cautious optimism. His personal assistant, Mizanur Rahman Sohel, said doctors assisted Abbas in sitting up on a chair on Monday morning-an encouraging development in his recovery process. He added that Abbas has begun to speak gradually and remains under close medical supervision.

Family members, including his wife Afroza Abbas and son Yasir Abbas, are currently in Singapore attending to him. They have requested prayers for his recovery.

Earlier, Abbas was admitted to Evercare Hospital in Dhaka on March 11 after falling ill and losing consciousness during iftar. A medical board subsequently recommended surgery, which was performed on March 13 and lasted nearly four hours. He remained in intensive care for two days before being transferred abroad for advanced treatment.

Doctors have not yet indicated a timeline for full recovery but say his condition is stable and improving.

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            <updated>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:27:10 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[BNP has announced Independence and National Day program]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[BNP has announced a two day programme to observe the Great Independence and National Day on March 26, the party&#39;s Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi said on Sunday.

Speaking at a press conference at the party&#39;s Nayapaltan central office, Rizvi outlined the planned activities. The party will hoist national and party flags at all its offices, including the central office, in the morning.

On the day, the president and prime minister will place wreaths at the National Memorial in Savar to pay tribute to the martyrs of the Liberation War. BNP leaders and activists will also pay homage there on behalf of the party.

From the National Memorial, party leaders and activists will proceed to Sher e Bangla Nagar to place wreaths at the graves of the party&#39;s founder and former President Ziaur Rahman and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia. A doa mahfil will be held at the grave premises, organised by the Jatiyatabadi Olama Dal.

On March 25, BNP will hold a discussion meeting at 2:30pm at the Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh.

Rizvi, who is also the prime minister&#39;s adviser on industry, said Independence and National Day is a major milestone in the nation&#39;s history, as independence gave Bangladesh a distinct identity on the world map and within the international community.

He said the day is highly significant as independence was achieved through long struggle and sacrifice, culminating on March 26. Rizvi noted that then Major Ziaur Rahman&#39;s declaration of independence inspired people from all walks of life, including students, workers, farmers and ordinary citizens, to join the Liberation War.

He said BNP has taken elaborate programmes to observe the day with respect for the sacrifices made during the Liberation War. The party has already published a poster marking Independence Day and will issue special supplements in national dailies.

In addition to the central two day programme, Rizvi said BNP units at district and municipal levels will organise discussion meetings and other events, while associate and affiliated bodies will implement their own programmes.

He called on leaders and activists of BNP and its associate organisations to make the programmes a success.

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            <updated>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:22:35 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Fuel prices may rise: Mirza Fakhrul]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister and BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has said that difficult times ahead, the war is causing significant damage. &quot;Fuel prices and other commodity prices will rise, but the country must move forward by enduring these challenges.&quot;

He made these remarks while speaking as the chief guest at the inauguration of the Neha River re-excavation programme in Raypur union of Thakurgaon Sadar upazila on Monday afternoon.

The minister said, &quot;Due to the war, fuel supply has decreased, but vandalising pumps is not appropriate. We will suppress illegal activities with a firm hand.&quot;

He further stated that no irregularities or corruption will be tolerated in the canal excavation programme and party and legal action will be taken against those involved.

Highlighting the importance of this canal excavation project, Mirza Fakhrul said it will maintain environmental balance and create opportunities for fish farming and duck rearing in the area.

&quot;Every amount spent on the project must be ensured for the welfare of the people.&quot; 

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            <updated>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:15:44 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[‘Which side are you on?’ Larijani]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Iran&rsquo;s security chief Ali Larijani has issued a message to the Muslim world saying that Iran remains &ldquo;steadfast&rdquo; in its fight against the US and Israel, reports AL Jazeera.

Larijani voiced disappointment with what he described as lack of support from Muslim-majority countries when Iran came under attack.

&ldquo;Some nations have gone even further, declaring Iran to be their adversary simply because it targeted American bases &ndash; as well as American and Israeli interests &ndash; situated within their own territories,&rdquo; Larijani said.

While Iran stresses that it is only striking US interests in the Middle East, its drones and missiles have targeted civilian sites, including hotels and energy installment in the Gulf region.

Larijani said Iran cannot be &ldquo;expected to stand idly by with its hands tied&rdquo; while US bases are located in neighbouring countries.

&ldquo;The confrontation today is, in reality, between America and Israel on one side, and Muslim Iran and the forces of resistance on the other. Which side are you on, then?&rdquo; the Iranian official said.

Larijani called for Muslim unity, stressing that Iran does not seek &ldquo;hegemony&rdquo; over the region.

&ldquo;You know full well that America has no loyalty, and that Israel is, in fact, your enemy,&rdquo; he said.

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            <updated>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:10:12 +0000</updated>
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            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[PM at office on Eid holiday!]]></title>
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                <![CDATA[Prime Minister Tarique Rahman attended office at the Secretariat and continued his official work on Tuesday, despite the start of the Eid holidays.

The Prime Minister arrived at his office at around 11AM, said his Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Rumon.

&quot;The Prime Minister came to his office at 11am. The Eid holidays have started but he is continuing his official work.&quot;

He said the Prime Minister&#39;s schedule for the day includes a cabinet meeting while several meetings were held earlier in the day.

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            <updated>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:05:57 +0000</updated>
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