Report
All polling centres in 13 constituencies marked as highly risky
The 13th National Parliamentary Election is knocking on the door. Law enforcement agencies have made maximum security preparations across the country ahead of the elections to be held on February 12. In the meantime, a joint assessment by the Special Branch (SB) of the Police, intelligence agencies and police headquarters has identified all polling centres at least 13 parliamentary constituencies in different regions of the country as 'highly risky'.
13th National elections: EC in final phase for last-minute preparations
Bangladesh Election Commission (EC) has intensified preparations for the last week ahead of the 13th National Parliament Elections and referendum to be held on February 12. Election management, ballot transportation, voter participation, training, security, and political coordination are now the commission's highest priorities.
Teacher recruitment scams in BUET!
For the first time, serious allegations of irregularities have been raised in the teacher recruitment process at the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET). Until now, BUET was the public university in the country where the recruitment process had never been questioned. However, the current BUET authorities have failed to maintain that reputation this time. The recruitment process at BUET has now been tainted by scandal due to efforts to appoint the spouses and children of those in power through an opaque process by abusing authority.
India’s both parliament houses pay tribute to Khaleda Zia
India’s parliament has paid posthumous tribute to former Bangladesh prime minister and late BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia in both houses.
People do not want dirty politicians back in politics
Mainstream political parties do not want the return of “dirty politicians” to national politics, and ordinary people have also taken a stand against corrupt political practices, leaders of various political parties and conscious local citizens have said.
El Nino's influence: Winter bids farewell at the beginning of Magh
People say 'The cold weather of Magh can even keeps a tiger inside its den'. However, the opposite is happening this time due to the effect of El Nino caused by climate change. Winter is bidding farewell in the first week of the current Bangali month of Magh (third week of February). Although it is traditionally the Paush-Magh winter season, this time the normal winter is ending early. This information has been provided by the Meteorological Department.
Unprecedented steps of Supreme Court to stop corruption
Considering the overall law and order situation in the country, an unprecedented security zone has been created in the entire Supreme Court area. On the other hand, to ensure the discipline, professionalism and honesty of the officers and employees of the Supreme Court, a zero tolerance policy has been adopted to stop corruption that has been going on for a long time and the activities have already started. Such an initiative by the Supreme Court administration has never been seen in the past.
Rajshahi voters urge govt to make public affidavit information of candidates
The voters of Rajshahi want to know the amount of assets submitted in the affidavits of the upcoming parliamentary candidates through government publicity. At the same time, they also want to know the amount of assets on a proportional basis after the annual accounts following the election.
Jamaat targets BNP's stronghold while AL supporters vow not to cast vote
Extensive discussions and widespread criticism are underway among voters across the country surrounding the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary elections. However, the political picture of Bogura is somewhat different. This time, there has been additional heat about voting in this district, known as a stronghold of BNP.
Cold wave disrupts life in Rajshahi
Daily life in Rajshahi has been severely disrupted by the ongoing cold wave. Although fog density remains relatively low, biting cold winds have significantly intensified the chill, leaving the poor and working-class people in the worst condition.