Bangladesh

A total of 98 Bangladeshis have denied entry into Malaysia through the Kuala Lumpur International Airport, due to a failure to provide necessary documents. The country’s Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) identified the “invalid document holders” while screening 181 foreigners at the airport during 1AM to 7:30AM on Friday (August 15), according to state news agency Bernama reports. The ...

The Hindu community in Bangladesh is celebrating the Janmashtami, marking the birth of Lord Krishna, on Saturday with due religious fervor. According to Hindu religion, Sri Krishna was born on the eighth day of the dark fortnight in the Bangla month of Bhadra. Believed to incarnate in every age to protect the virtuous, vanquish the wicked, and uphold truth, justice, ...

Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam on Friday reaffirmed that the next national election will be held in February next year, as announced by the Chief Adviser, dismissing any speculation about a postponement. “There is no doubt about the February election. The Election Commission has already started its work. Those casting doubts have nothing to worry about,” he told reporters ...

In a bold and controversial Facebook post on Friday, Nahid Islam, convener of the National Citizens’ Party (NCP), has challenged one of the most deeply entrenched pillars of Bangladesh’s national identity—declaring that Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is not the “Father of the Nation.” The statement, posted on the eve of National Mourning Day, has ignited a firestorm across political, academic, and ...

Reiterating his government’s commitment to deliver a credible national election, Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has said there is no point in having an election if it is not legitimate. “My job is to make sure that an acceptable, clean, enjoyable election takes place,” he told CNA in an interview during his recent official visit to Malaysia. The interim government ...

Police have intensified security measures in Dhanmondi 32 area of the capital centering August 15, the death anniversary of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. The heightened precautions aim to prevent any acts of sabotage or unrest marking the day. Since Thursday afternoon, additional security personnel have been deployed at all major entry points to the area. Around 11PM, it was found ...

The interim government has formed a committee to investigate the procurement and use of surveillance equipment during Awami League’s tenure, amid concerns over potential violations of citizens’ rights. Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser on Posts, Telecommunication and Information Technology, Faiz Ahmad Taiyeb, will lead the probe committee. The decision was announced by Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam during ...

The High Court has scheduled October 26 for the next hearing in a constitutional petition challenging a provision of the 15th Amendment that empowers the Speaker of Parliament—instead of the Chief Justice—to administer the oath of office to the President. To aid in resolving this significant constitutional issue, the court has appointed seven distinguished legal experts as amicus curiae (friends ...

The Election Commission (EC) will unveil the roadmap for the 13th National Parliamentary Election next week, Senior Secretary Akhtar Ahmed announced on Thursday afternoon. Speaking to journalists, Ahmed confirmed that the schedule and key milestones for the upcoming polls will be made public shortly. The announcement comes after the Council of Advisers met at the Cabinet Division in the Secretariat ...

The Council of Advisers held a meeting at the Chief Adviser’s Office (CAO) in Tejgaonon Thursday. The meeting, chaired by Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, addressed key administrative and policy issues as the interim government continues to steer the nation’s affairs in the lead-up to upcoming elections. Discussions focused on maintaining law and order, ensuring economic stability, and advancing critical ...