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Veteran freedom fighter Sakhina Begum passes away
Birangona Sakhina Begum, a brave female freedom fighter known for killing five Razakars with a machete during the 1971 Liberation War, died early Tuesday in Nikli Upazila of Kishoreganj district. She was 93 years old.
Ishraque Hossain demands resignation of Advisor Asif Mahmud
BNP leader Ishraque Hossain has demanded the resignation of Asif Mahmud, Adviser to the Ministry of Local Government, Rural Development and Co-operatives, accusing him of spreading false information and misleading the public. Ishraque Hossain said, "Asif Mahmud no longer holds the moral authority to continue in his role".
15th Social Business Day 2025 set for June 27–28, registration now open
The 15th Social Business Day, organized by the Yunus Centre and Grameen Group, is scheduled to be held on June 27–28, 2025, at the Samajik Convention Centre in Zirabo of Savar. This year’s theme is: “Social Business is the Most Effective Way to Ensure Healthcare for All.”
Israel-Iran tensions drive global oil prices higher
Ongoing missile exchanges between Israel and Iran in the Middle East have continued to drive up global oil prices. According to Reuters, international oil prices rose again on Tuesday (June 17).
Bangladeshis in Tehran will be relocated to safe places: Acting Foreign Secretary
Acting Foreign Secretary Ruhul Alam Siddique has said that around 400 Bangladeshis living in Tehran will be relocated to safer locations.
Imran Haider appointed Pakistan’s new High Commissioner to Dhaka
Imran Haider has been appointed as the new High Commissioner of Pakistan to Bangladesh. He is currently serving as Pakistan’s ambassador to Myanmar and will soon begin his duties in Dhaka.
Iran-Israel clashes continue for fifth day, three more killed
Even on the fifth day of the conflict, Israel continues its attacks on Iran. From Tuesday morning (June 17) until now, Iran’s defense forces (IDF) have reported that three people have been killed and four injured in the Israeli attacks.
NCP leader Sarwar Tushar served show-cause notice
Sarwar Tushar, Joint Convenor of the National Citizens Party (NCP), has been issued a show-cause notice following allegations of moral misconduct against him.
Robbers snatch Tk 55 lakh from Nagad official in Jashore
Armed robbers snatched Tk 55 lakh from a Nagad official in broad daylight at Kuada Jamtala intersection on the Monirampur road in Jashore on Tuesday morning.
21 Muslim countries condemn Israeli attack on Iran
Tensions in the Middle East have grown, and 21 Muslim countries, including Egypt—a key US ally—have strongly condemned Israel's attack on Iran. They have called for an immediate end to the conflict, a peaceful solution, and urgent measures to stop the spread of nuclear weapons.
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