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The nation is observing "Amar Ekushey" – Language Martyrs Day and International Mother Language Day – today (21 February), marking the supreme sacrifice of the language heroes for upholding the dignity of the mother tongue Bangla.
The Election Commission has said it plans to hold the election to the 50 reserved seats for women in the 13th National Parliament during Ramadan, before Eid-ul-Fitr.
BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman had contested from both Dhaka-17 and Bogura-6 constituencies in the 13th parliamentary election. After winning, the Election Commission has declared the Bogura-6 seat vacant as he has opted to retain the Dhaka-17 seat.
The Language Movement marked the awakening of the Bengali nation. What began in 1947 reached its culmination in the blood-soaked spring of 1952. Yet this movement was not merely a linguistic awakening; it emerged from accumulated deprivation and the betrayal of the Pakistani ruling elite.
Although the members of the BNP and its allies took their oaths as members of the 13th National Parliament on Tuesday, they did not take the oath as members of the Constitution Reform Council on the same day.
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Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Anee has been given the responsibility of the Ministry of Water Resources in the newly formed government of 2026.
The cabinet has been formed under the leadership of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, consisting of 25 ministers and 24 state ministers.
The Language Movement marked the awakening of the Bengali nation. What began in 1947 reached its culmination in the blood-soaked spring of 1952. Yet this movement was not merely a linguistic awakening; it emerged from accumulated deprivation and the betrayal of the Pakistani ruling elite.
Hopes surrounding the election have turned into disappointment and fear for many women in Bangladesh, including those who were at the forefront of the July mass uprising, according to a report by the British national daily The Guardian.
Bangladesh’s ready-made garment industry has long been a key driving force of the country’s economy. Duty-free access to the European Union market has particularly helped the sector build a strong position in the global market. However, the recently announced free trade agreement between the EU and India has created major concerns for Bangladesh. Analysts and industry insiders believe that once the deal comes into effect, Bangladesh’s competitive position in the European market may face serious challenges.
India has expressed its hope to further strengthen the multi-dimensional ties between Dhaka and New Delhi.
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The Foreign Investors’ Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) warmly congratulated the newly formed government of Bangladesh following the swearing-in of the Cabinet, including Honorable Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and Members of Parliament.
