Report
Fuel crisis: reality or ploy to hike prices
War is raging in Iran, and Bangladesh has run out of fuel. It feels as if America has attacked Bangladesh, not Iran. A severe crisis over fuel oil and LPG has gripped the entire nation, as if we have closed the Strait of Hormuz ourselves even before Iran did. No gas, no petrol – the only reliance is on electricity or solar power.
Nobody knows about March 7 'Call Ready' microphone, outlet found closed
The 'Call Ready' microphone service operated under significant risk to ensure that Bangabandhu's historic speech reached the public. Even today, whenever Bangabandhu's speech is broadcast, the phrase 'Call Ready' inscribed on the microphone in front of Bangabandhu's illustrious visage instinctively comes to mind. Nevertheless, even after 55 years of independence, Call Ready has yet to receive any official recognition from the state.
Fuel crisis panic grips Dhaka: Long queues, suffering at pumps
Panic has spread among Dhaka residents fearing a fuel oil crisis in the country due to the ongoing Middle East conflict. The impact was visible even on the holiday of Friday, March 6.
Decreased population of crows signaling warning from nature
A few years back, the dawn in both cities and villages would commence with the presence of crows. Crows were prevalent in the bamboo gardens of the village, atop city rooftops, in roadside trees, and around marketplaces. However, this familiar sight is gradually changing. Currently, crows are not as visible as they once were, and their population is significantly declining in numerous regions. Environmentalists assert that the reduction in the crow population is not merely a crisis concerning birds; it signifies a substantial shift in the equilibrium of nature, which poses a threat to the surrounding environment. Crows serve as nature's health custodians. They contribute to environmental cleanliness by consuming dead animals, leftover food, and waste. A decline in the crow population could lead to rapid decomposition of waste in the city, resulting in the spread of pathogens, which poses risks for environmental pollution and public health.
Allegations of undermining of the President's dignity: Did Dr. Yunus disregard the constitution?
Recently, President Md. Sahabuddin raised serious allegations regarding constitutional inconsistencies against former Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus during an interview.
Rajshahians build first Shaheed Minar of language movement, first blood shed here
Among all the struggles in world history for establishing ethnic identity, our language movement holds a unique place. Such an unparalleled instance of sacrificing lives for the mother tongue shines brightly only in the history of Bangladesh throughout the latter half of the twentieth century. Today marks the 75th anniversary of our glorious Amar Ekushey. On this day, the Central Shaheed Minar was inaugurated in Rajshahi. The central Shaheed Minar has been constructed on approximately one acre of pre-designated land at the site of the old Survey Institute in the city. The foundation stone of the central Shaheed Minar was laid on December 16, 2020, under the management of Rajshahi City Corporation. Language veteran and Bir Muktijoddha Golam Arif Tipu inaugurated the foundation stone.
Oath-taking of Constitutional Reform Council unconstitutional
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.
Jamaat-BNP focus on minority, AL–aligned, young voters
With the 13th National Parliamentary Election approaching, major political parties are now concentrating on three key voter blocs: minorities, Awami League–aligned voters, and young voters. Since the Awami League is not participating in this election, the political alignment of its support base has become a subject of fresh calculation. Issues such as the security and confidence of minority communities, attracting Awami League supporters to their own camps, and addressing employment and future prospects for young voters are shaping the strategies of the participating parties. Political analysts believe these voter groups could play a decisive role in determining the outcome of the election.
What will happen on polling day amid ongoing violence?
The political environment in the country has already become tense ahead of the 13th National Parliamentary Election and the referendum. Since election campaigns began across different regions, clashes, violence, attacks, and vandalism involving leaders and activists of various political parties have been reported. These incidents have created fear and anxiety among the general public, raising a pressing question: what will happen on election day?
13th National Elections: Young voters to act as trump card
From the streets to the virtual world, the pages of history—1947, 1952, 1971, 1990—echo with the triumph of youth. In the July mass uprising too, young people played the most prominent role everywhere. After a long wait of seventeen months, the 13th National Parliamentary Election is finally set to take place. For the first time since the 2008 election, there is widespread enthusiasm among young voters. Major political parties are once again recalculating their strategies with youth voters in mind. Youth has become the trump card; whoever wins the youth, wins Parliament—it has come to that.