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CID arrests 5 for human trafficking over Saudi driving visa scam

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CID arrests 5 for human trafficking over Saudi driving visa scam

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of police has arrested five members of a human trafficking gang for allegedly pocketing huge sums of money by offering lucrative job opportunities in Saudi Arabia on driving visas with a monthly salary of 2,500 riyals. They were arrested in an operation in the Sainik Club area of Banani in the capital.

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30 Years of the Yasmin Tragedy
30 Years of the Yasmin Tragedy

Law

by Engineer M. Hossain

30 Years of the Yasmin Tragedy

On the dawn of August 24, 1995, the lifeless, bloodied body of a teenage girl lay by the roadside in front of the BRAC office at Raniganj intersection in Dinajpur town. Her name was Yasmin Akter. According to Bangladesh Mahila Parishad and most reliable accounts, she was only 14 years old. At an age when a girl should have been carrying schoolbooks, Yasmin’s lifeless body lay on a city street in the early morning light. She had been working as a domestic helper in a Dhaka household and was travelling by bus to return to her mother in Dinajpur.

Balochistan under shadow of 1971: Map changes, strategy doesn't
Balochistan under shadow of 1971: Map changes, strategy doesn't

Politics and Bureaucracy

by Sazzadul Islam Nayan

Balochistan under shadow of 1971: Map changes, strategy doesn't

In the official narrative of Pakistan, the term "peace" is associated with a troubling history. Elections occur, parliament convenes, and prime ministers are sworn in; however, alongside political authority looms an unseen presence—the military chief of the country, whose sway often surpasses that of the elected prime minister. When political ties between the central government and a peripheral region deteriorate, the discourse of dialogue is swiftly supplanted by the discourse of security.

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Even a Little Rain Causes Severe Waterlogging in Dhaka and Chattogram... Whose fault do you think it is?

Even a Little Rain Causes Severe Waterlogging in Dhaka and Chattogram... Whose fault do you think it is?

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Alonso's Chelsea era starts with west London derby win
Alonso's Chelsea era starts with west London derby win

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Alonso's Chelsea era starts with west London derby win

Chelsea started their campaign under new manager Xabi Alonso with a victory, beating west London neighbours Fulham 3-2 in the Premier League opener on Monday night.

Pakistan women play men's team to prepare for Asia Cup
Pakistan women play men's team to prepare for Asia Cup

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Pakistan women play men's team to prepare for Asia Cup

Aiming for the upcoming Women's T20 Asia Cup, the Pakistan women's cricket team has adopted a unique strategy before taking the field. To enhance their performance in the tournament in Dubai, the team led by Fatima Sana played full T20 matches against the men's team of the Abdul Qadir Cricket Academy at the National Cricket Academy (NCA).

Bangladesh could have bundled out Australia for 60 if they had won toss: Broad
Bangladesh could have bundled out Australia for 60 if they had won toss: Broad

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Bangladesh could have bundled out Australia for 60 if they had won toss: Broad

Stuart Broad, former England pacer, has expressed doubts over the behaviour of the pitch of the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay after questions have also been raised over the batting failure of Bangladesh in the second Test against Australia just as discussion is going on about it. The match ended in just two days.

Bangladesh HP tops points table with three straight wins in Australia
Bangladesh HP tops points table with three straight wins in Australia

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Bangladesh HP tops points table with three straight wins in Australia

Bangladesh High Performance (HP) team has maintained their fine form in Australia, continuing their run of success in the Top End T20 series following the national team's historic Test win. The team defeated Victoria Cricket Association Academy by 5 wickets, moving to the top of the points table with their third consecutive win in the tournament on Monday.

Coaches scuffle, Gerard Jones calls police by phoning 999
Coaches scuffle, Gerard Jones calls police by phoning 999

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Coaches scuffle, Gerard Jones calls police by phoning 999

Gerard Jones, head coach of the Bangladesh under-20 national football team, and Atikur Rahman Mishu, assistant coach, have taken their dispute to the point of pushing and shoving. At one stage of the heated situation between the two at a team hotel in Dhaka, English coach Gerard Jones called the police by phoning the national emergency service number 999.

Brazil proposes October friendly against Bangladesh in Dhaka
Brazil proposes October friendly against Bangladesh in Dhaka

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Brazil proposes October friendly against Bangladesh in Dhaka

Brazil have proposed playing a friendly against Bangladesh in Dhaka in October, with a delegation from the five-time world champions arriving in the capital on Sunday (August 23) to assess possible venues and discuss the fixture.

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BNP has shown failure in 180 days: NCP

BNP has shown failure in 180 days: NCP

BNP has shown failure in 180 days: NCP

The National Citizen Party (NCP), a partner of the main opposition alliance, has described the activities of the first 180 days of the current BNP government as an example of ‘inefficiency, mismanagement, short-sightedness and failure’.

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RU inquiry committee yet to submit report after 16 months
RU inquiry committee yet to submit report after 16 months

by RU Correspondent

RU inquiry committee yet to submit report after 16 months

A 16-member fact-finding committee was formed at Rajshahi University (RU) to investigate allegations of corruption and irregularities in infrastructure construction, maintenance and development projects since 2009, irregularities in recruitment and promotions, and torture and harassment during the July 2024 uprising. However, even after 16 months of the committee's formation, the investigation report has not been submitted. This has raised questions among teachers and students regarding the committee's activities and the publication of its report.

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30 Years of the Yasmin Tragedy
30 Years of the Yasmin Tragedy

by Engineer M. Hossain

30 Years of the Yasmin Tragedy

On the dawn of August 24, 1995, the lifeless, bloodied body of a teenage girl lay by the roadside in front of the BRAC office at Raniganj intersection in Dinajpur town. Her name was Yasmin Akter. According to Bangladesh Mahila Parishad and most reliable accounts, she was only 14 years old. At an age when a girl should have been carrying schoolbooks, Yasmin’s lifeless body lay on a city street in the early morning light. She had been working as a domestic helper in a Dhaka household and was travelling by bus to return to her mother in Dinajpur.

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Bangladesh interested in Mecca defence pact: Humayun Kabir

Bangladesh interested in Mecca defence pact: Humayun Kabir

Bangladesh interested in Mecca defence pact: Humayun Kabir

Humayun Kabir, State Minister for Foreign Affairs, has said Bangladesh has expressed interest in the "Mecca Joint Defence Agreement," signed between Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan. He said, however, no formal progress or final decision has been made on the matter yet.

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Storm inside the cup: the story of a viral mistake named 'coffee enema'
Storm inside the cup: the story of a viral mistake named 'coffee enema'

by VB Desk

Storm inside the cup: the story of a viral mistake named 'coffee enema'

It was nearly 11:30pm. Suppose a young woman in Dhaka is lying down scrolling through her phone, reel after reel. Suddenly she stops at a video. A smiling influencer is saying, “This one cup of coffee has changed my life. All toxins from the body have come out, the skin is glowing, energy is sky-high.” The caption reads—#CoffeeEnema #DetoxJourney. In the comment box there are thousands of people’s questions, praise and curiosity. Like that young woman, lakhs of people are now stopping in front of this same video, thinking—does the body really get ‘cleaned’ so easily?

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Trade and Economy

Sammilito Islami Bank customers can withdraw money as needed from September
Sammilito Islami Bank customers can withdraw money as needed from September

by Staff Reporter

Sammilito Islami Bank customers can withdraw money as needed from September

Bangladesh Bank has delivered major relief news for customers of Sammilito Islami Bank. From September 1, individual depositors will be able to withdraw money from their respective accounts as per their needs. Additionally, no 'haircut' or deduction of any kind will be made on deposit profits.

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