16 October 2026

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Bangladesh delegation walks out during Israeli president’s CICA address

Bangladesh’s delegation left the CICA summit hall in Baku when the Israeli president began speaking, the foreign ministry says. State Minister Humaiun Kobir led the delegation. Bangladesh also called for practical regional cooperation, including technology exchanges and stronger arrangements to fund the Asian forum’s work.

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Jamaat seeks inquiry into alleged irregularities in fertiliser dealerships

Jamaat-e-Islami has demanded an investigation into alleged corruption and political favouritism in fertiliser dealership appointments. Secretary General Mia Golam Porwar called for transparent selection rules, action against proven misconduct and publication of investigation findings. The allegations were made at a Dhaka press briefing and have not been independently established.

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Parliament appoints committee to review proposed digital modernisation project

A 10-member committee led by Deputy Speaker Kayser Kamal will review the proposed e-Parliament project. Formed on the Speaker’s instructions, it will examine the development proposal prepared with UNDP support and recommend how to implement it. The committee’s formation is a preparatory step towards digitising parliamentary work.