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DU condemns Jamaat leader’s remarks on DUCSU
The University of Dhaka (DU) authorities have strongly condemned and protested remarks by a Jamaat-e-Islami leader who described the Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) as a “den of drugs and prostitution” prior to Islami Chhatra Shibir coming to power.
Sarbamitra 'forces teenagers to perform sit-ups by holding ears' at DU playground
Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) executive member Sarbamitra Chakma has been accused of forcing around 30 teenagers to perform sit-ups by holding their ears at the University of Dhaka’s central playground.
Reforms essential to institutionalise democracy: Badiul Alam Majumdar
Dr. Badiul Alam Majumdar, editor and Chief Executive of Shushashoner Jonno Nagorik (SHUJAN), said that while a free, fair and credible election is vital for democratic transition, it is not sufficient on its own, stressing that deep legal, institutional and structural reforms are necessary to make democracy sustainable and truly institutionalised.
NOAB talks big, doesn't give equipment to journalists: Press Secretary
Newspaper Owners' Association of Bangladesh (NOAB) talks big but does not provide necessary equipment to journalists, said Shafiqul Alam, press
No parole application filed for Saddam: Home Ministry
The Home Ministry has clarified that no application has been submitted for the parole release of Juel Hasan Saddam, president of the banned Chhatra League unit in Bagerhat Sadar, currently detained at Jashore Central Jail.
Sheikh Hasina’s Delhi speech a threat to national security: Foreign Ministry
The Bangladesh government has expressed shock and anger over the opportunity given to ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, convicted for crimes against humanity, to deliver a public speech in New Delhi, calling it a direct threat to Bangladesh’s security and democratic process.
Hadi murder case: Probe report submission delayed again
The investigation report in the murder case of Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of Inqilab Mancha, has been postponed to January 29, marking the third delay.
Chhatra Dal gives 24-hour ultimatum to administration
The Dhaka University unit of the Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (Chhatra Dal) has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to the university administration to take action against certain DUCSU representatives. The demand was formally submitted on Sunday (January 25) through a memorandum to the university’s proctor.
Mark Tully, the BBC's 'voice of India', passes away
The broadcaster and journalist Sir Mark Tully - for many years known as the BBC's "voice of India" - has passed away. He was 90.
Govt against granting bail to criminals, not AL: Home Adviser
Home Affairs Adviser Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Jahangir Alam Chowdhury has said that the government opposes granting bail to criminals—not the Awami League or its student wing.