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9:34 am, Saturday, 5 September 2026
Obaidul Quader’s Alleged Foster Son Denied Bail, Sent to Jail
During the anti-discrimination student protests, Asaduzzaman Hiru, allegedly the foster son of Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader, has been
361 Journalists Imprisoned Worldwide, Four in Bangladesh
In 2024, four journalists were imprisoned in Bangladesh, all reportedly close associates of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Hasina’s 15-year
Proposal for Judge Appointments via Supreme Council, Applications Invited through Public Notice
The Advisory Council approved the draft ordinance last Thursday to establish the “Supreme Judicial Appointment Council,” which will oversee the
Natun Dhara’s Red Card Protest Demands VAT Withdrawal
Leaders of the political organization Natun Dhara Bangladesh (NDB) have warned of continuous blockades unless VAT increases are withdrawn. During
Dhaka Leads the World in Unhealthy Air
On Friday, January 17, Dhaka briefly ranked as the most polluted city globally before dropping to second place, according to
Further Discussions Needed to Implement the Declaration: Asif Nazrul
Professor Dr. Asif Nazrul, Legal Advisor to the Interim Government, stated that a decision has been made regarding the July
What Did Party Leaders Say After the Declaration Meeting?
On Thursday afternoon, interim government Chief Advisor Professor Muhammad Yunus held an all-party meeting at the Foreign Service Academy in
Extended Metro Rail Hours on Holidays
The schedule for Dhaka Metro Rail has been updated. Starting January 17, metro services on Fridays will commence at 3:00
Dhaka Ranks Number One in Air Pollution Today, Winter Worsens the Situation
Air pollution levels are rising globally, and Dhaka is no exception. The city’s air quality has become increasingly hazardous, particularly
BNP Declines Chief Advisor’s Invitation
Interim government chief advisor Dr. Muhammad Yunus is set to hold an all-party meeting with political parties and stakeholders to
