Politics
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.
এই খবরটি আপাতত ইংরেজিতে পড়ুন
Politics
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.
এই খবরটি আপাতত ইংরেজিতে পড়ুন
Politics
Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed says there is no plan for an Operation Clean Heart-style crackdown. The government instead plans digital forensic laboratories in all eight divisions as crime increasingly moves through online and financial systems.
এই খবরটি আপাতত ইংরেজিতে পড়ুন
Politics
The Election Commission says the 29 October Thakurgaon-1 by-election will use three times as many law-enforcement personnel as the national poll, alongside CCTV, body cameras and drones. It sees no present need for army deployment.
এই খবরটি আপাতত ইংরেজিতে পড়ুন
Politics
Academics told a parliamentary reform committee that Bangladesh’s constitution needs stronger checks and balances to prevent elected majorities from concentrating power. Proposals covered judicial authority, intelligence oversight, caretaker arrangements and equal rights.
এই খবরটি আপাতত ইংরেজিতে পড়ুন
Politics
Bangladesh’s Press Council has proposed initiating investigations on its own, fining journalists and extending jurisdiction to online outlets. Editors warn that broad tests such as ‘public interest’ could weaken independent reporting without clear safeguards.
এই খবরটি আপাতত ইংরেজিতে পড়ুন
Politics
President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has summoned the fourth session of Bangladesh’s 13th parliament for 9 November. It follows a 60-day recess after a short third session and will meet at the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban.
এই খবরটি আপাতত ইংরেজিতে পড়ুন
Politics
The government is drafting specialised courts for disputes involving Bangladeshi expatriates, particularly overseas earnings and property. The law minister says consultation will precede further steps. Reports differ on whether courts would sit at district or divisional headquarters, so the final structure remains unsettled.
এই খবরটি আপাতত ইংরেজিতে পড়ুন
Politics
Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman says authorities have been asked to pursue an age ceiling of 35 for new lawyers. He outlined the initiative at a legal internship event. The announcement does not establish an effective date, final regulatory text or arrangements for existing applicants.
এই খবরটি আপাতত ইংরেজিতে পড়ুন
Politics
Bangladesh and the Netherlands discussed a Teesta feasibility study, water management and possible EU trade cooperation. Dhaka welcomed Dutch technical expertise and sought help exploring an EU free-trade agreement. The meeting identified areas for cooperation without announcing a signed trade agreement or project-financing deal.
এই খবরটি আপাতত ইংরেজিতে পড়ুন