By Advocate Shafiqul Haque: My position on Bangladesh’s foreign policy is straightforward: neither fear nor favour should guide us. Bangladesh’s national interest must come first. I do not believe Bangladesh should conduct its foreign policy from the shadow of any other country. Equally, hostility towards another state should not be mistaken for independence. A sovereign country must have the confidence ...

Builds on government’s efforts to reduce the number of branded uniform items needing to be purchased Tower Hamlets is the only place in the country to offer the combination of free school uniforms, universal free school meals at primary and secondary and grants for college and university Average age in Tower Hamlets is just 30 with more than half of ...

From aspiring entrepreneurs with a new idea, to established business owners looking to grow, Tower Hamlets Council is helping local people take the next step in their business journey. Over the past eight months, 252 residents and business owners accessed the Tower Hamlets Business Support Programme, benefiting from tailored advice, expert mentoring, practical workshops and financial support designed to help ...

By Matiar Chowdhury:   25 th September 2026: Chairman of the Baloch National Movement (BNM), Dr Naseem Baloch, has said that the sacrifices of Baloch political activists must not be reduced to memories of loss, but should remain part of the continuing political struggle for the Baloch national cause. Addressing the 12th Balochistan International Conference in Geneva, Dr Naseem Baloch said ...

  Muhammed Shahed Rahman :   This expatriate is celebrated with great pomp and show in colorful arrangements. Chittagong Festival 2026 in London will be held on Sunday, November 1, 2026, from 11 am to 9 pm. Venue: Mayfair Venue, Romford Road, East London. Muhammad Ali Reza, on behalf of the festival committee, read a written speech at a press briefing organized ...

Md. Mottakin Ahmed from Jagannathpur: – September 19, 2026: Poet, researcher and former chairman Dinul Islam Babul has said that the book A Brief History of the Zahirpur Syed Family is not merely the history of a particular family; it also provides readers with a glimpse into the ancient history, heritage and spiritual traditions of the Sylhet region. He made the remarks as ...

  By Advocate Shafiqul Haque:   From political reconciliation and economic renewal to institutional reform and a changing foreign policy, Bangladesh is seeking greater strategic space while reassessing its relationships with its neighbours and global partners. Bangladesh has entered a new political chapter. With Tarique Rahman as prime minister, the country is facing challenges that go well beyond the contest ...

  By Matiar Chowdhury:   London, 18 September 2026 — The Bangladesh Caterers Association (BCA) has announced that the 19th BCA Awards will take place on Sunday, 1 November 2026, at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge Hotel, Central London. The announcement was made at a press conference by senior BCA leaders, who revealed this year’s theme: The BCA Awards have become one of the most ...

ILFORD: Redbridge Community Trust UK has stepped up preparations for its forthcoming Student Award Ceremony following a detailed planning meeting held at a local restaurant in Ilford. The meeting, which began at 6pm, was chaired by the organisation’s President, Mohammed Ohid Uddin, who welcomed members of the executive committee and stressed the importance of ensuring the successful delivery of the ...

    Advocate Shafiqul Haque:   Bangladesh is again having a public discussion about citizenship and eligibility for public office. Recent questions concerning Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman and State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humayun Kabir have brought the issue into renewed focus. This should not become a debate about personalities. The facts and the law should determine any individual ...