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The medical board treating Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of Inquilab Mancha and a potential independent candidate in the Dhaka-8 constituency, has said his condition is extremely critical and his brain has been severely damaged. He is currently being kept under conservative management.
A person cannot contest in more than three parliamentary constituencies. If someone submits nomination papers for more than three seats, all will be cancelled. In addition, to contest for a parliamentary seat, a candidate must resign from the mayor-chairman post or any other lucrative position.
Ahead of the 13th National Parliamentary Election and referendum, the Election Commission (EC) has published the revised list of re-determined boundaries for all 300 parliamentary constituencies.
In early 2021, the then-US President Joe Biden called a special Zoom meeting at the White House. Addressing nineteen CEOs of the world's largest technology and manufacturing companies, he held up a twelve-inch-long silicon wafer. He said that unless America invested 'big and bold', it would fall behind in global competition. So 'we have to play the game harder'.
December 13, 1971, was an exciting, crisis-ridden and at the same time hopeful day in the last chapter of Bangladesh's Liberation War. The Pakistani occupying forces were disoriented by the gradual advance of the combined Liberation Army and the Indian allies from all sides. Several events marked this day in history, which accelerated the birth of the Independent Bangladesh.
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A major event during football legend Lionel Messi’s Kolkata visit collapsed amid widespread chaos on Saturday, December 13, at Yuva Bharati Krirangan. The situation spiralled out of control after sections of the crowd, angered at being unable to see Messi properly, began throwing chairs and bottles. Citing security concerns, organisers swiftly escorted Messi out of the stadium.
Argentina’s World Cup-winning football legend Lionel Messi has arrived in India on a three-day visit. On the first day of the tour, he attended several programmes in Kolkata and spent time at events organised at the Salt Lake Stadium.
Argentine World Cup-winning captain Lionel Messi is set to visit India after 14 years, sparking nationwide excitement ahead of the highly anticipated “GOAT India Tour 2025.”
Dhaka police have filed a charge sheet against Bangladesh ‘A’ team all-rounder Tofayel Ahmed Raihan over allegations of raping a young woman by luring her with a promise of marriage.
Real Madrid lost 2–1 at home to Manchester City in the Champions League, raising questions over coach Xabi Alonso’s future. Rodrygo gave Real an early lead, but City equalized through Nico O’Reilly and Erling Haaland converted a penalty to secure the win.
The Ministry of Youth and Sports has cancelled the under-20 club match between Brazil and Argentina scheduled under the Latin Bangla Super Cup, citing assault on journalists, violation of conditions, and overall poor management by organisers. Brazilian club São Bernardo and Argentine club Atlético Charlone were scheduled to play at the national stadium on Thursday at 7pm.
Iranian authorities have arrested prominent human rights and women’s rights activist Narges Mohammadi, the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, drawing sharp international concern.
Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has dissolved parliament just three months into his tenure, announcing a general election within 45 to 60 days via a royal decree on Friday (December 12).
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has warned that Russia could launch an attack on a NATO member state within the next five years.
BNP Standing Committee member Mirza Abbas has said the attack on Hadi should not be seen as an isolated incident, but rather a small part of a larger conspiracy, carried out in a planned manner.
Former MP and expelled BNP leader Major, retd, Akhtaruzzaman met Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman and formally joined Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami by filling out the primary associate membership form.
BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman is set to return home on December 25.
BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman expressed strong condemnation and outrage over the shooting of Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of Inquilab Mancha and independent candidate for Dhaka-8 constituency.
December 13, 1971, was an exciting, crisis-ridden and at the same time hopeful day in the last chapter of Bangladesh's Liberation War. The Pakistani occupying forces were disoriented by the gradual advance of the combined Liberation Army and the Indian allies from all sides. Several events marked this day in history, which accelerated the birth of the Independent Bangladesh.
Every December, a strange light ignites in the heart of Bangladesh— victory, grief and pride blend into an overwhelming emotion. The victory of 1971 was not just the end of a war, but the triumph of a nation fighting for existence, the liberation of a civilisation. Every year, December reminds us of the sacrifices of the freedom fighters and the pride of a red-green flag born through immense struggle. Yet the question arises; 53 years after victory, are we still holding on to that spirit? Or is that light fading amid political instability, social division and the currents of time? Several recent incidents have intensified this question.
In early 2021, the then-US President Joe Biden called a special Zoom meeting at the White House. Addressing nineteen CEOs of the world's largest technology and manufacturing companies, he held up a twelve-inch-long silicon wafer. He said that unless America invested 'big and bold', it would fall behind in global competition. So 'we have to play the game harder'.
Interim government's Foreign Affairs Adviser Md. Touhid Hossain said that India has not yet responded positively to Sheikh Hasina's return to the country. "They are examining the tribunal's verdict and we are also waiting for their response."
Bangladesh has sent relief assistance to Sri Lanka, which has been devastated by flash floods and landslides triggered by Cyclone Ditowa. The relief package includes tents, dry food, mosquito nets, torches, gumboots, vests, hand gloves, rescue helmets and a large quantity of medicines.
