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International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) Chief Prosecutor Advocate Tajul Islam has said that assistance from the International Criminal Police Organization, commonly known as Interpol, will be sought to bring former prime minister Sheikh Hasina and other fugitives back to the country for trial.
In a speech to the nation, Interim Government Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus stated that the people of the country are suffering from inflation due to the 'fascist' government's decision to print and release an additional Tk 600 billion for looting. Controlling this inflation is one of the interim government's main objectives. The Governor of Bangladesh Bank has also blamed this Tk 600 billion for the inflation and rising prices. The liquidity crisis in the banking sector has become so severe that several banks are now forced to collect deposits at interest rates above 12%. Due to the instability in the country and the banking sector, investment has stagnated, with some banks opting to invest in government treasury bills and bonds. Not only banks, but private individuals are also making significant investments in these government bills and bonds at high interest rates. The uncertainty in the industrial sector and high-interest rates have caused a crash in the stock market.
Upon taking office, Bangladesh Bank Governor Ahsan H Mansur commented that ten banks in the country are in a state of bankruptcy. He made this remark during a press briefing with journalists. He has also assured that efforts will be made to rescue these banks. However, he has questioned the necessity of weak banks that are not recognized internationally and mentioned plans to merge these weak banks.
Last year, I visited Rarikhal in Bikrampur, the home of scientist Jagadish Chandra Bose. I noticed some improvements had been made to the house. Surrounding walls had been erected, beautiful benches were installed for visitors, and the pond's edge had been reinforced. The reason for this is that the house is rented out as a picnic spot. Nearby, there is the 'Jagadish Chandra Bose Complex' along with schools and colleges.
Dr MM Akash, an economist and thinker, recently talked with “Views Bangladesh.” The former professor of the Economics Department at Dhaka University discussed the ongoing political and cultural situation in the country. The interview was conducted by economic writer M.A. Khaleque and “Views Bangladesh” associate editor Girish Goiric.
A few days ago, at an event in the National Press Club auditorium, an intellectual stated, “It is not enough to have free elections for democracy to be established in the country. Long-term practice and engagement are necessary. To establish democracy, it is essential to create a national consensus among citizens on various issues and to awaken democratic consciousness.”
Netanyahu's thirst for blood has not been quenched by the genocide in Gaza, so he has become desperate to satisfy it with the blood of Lebanon. Therefore, he has rejected the international community's call for a ceasefire with the Hezbollah group in Lebanon. He has instructed Israeli forces to attack Lebanon with full force. As fears of an all-out war in the Middle East increase due to Israel's assaults in Lebanon, the United States, United Kingdom, European Union (EU), and several Arab states have called for a 21-day temporary ceasefire in Lebanon. They have also expressed support for a ceasefire in the Palestinian territories of Gaza.
The prices of essential goods are not coming under control at all. The prices of rice, lentils, oil, fish, meat, sugar, and eggs are rising, and now the prices of vegetables have also skyrocketed. The cost of vegetables is jumping rapidly, leaving the general public in distress. After the fall of the Awami League government, there was a sudden drop in vegetable prices, which brought joy to many. People thought happiness had returned, but this situation did not last even two days. Citing rain and floods as excuses, the prices of various vegetables surged even higher than before. Currently, prices in the fresh market are out of control for almost all products without any apparent reason. Most vegetables are now priced at 80 to 100 takas per kilogram. As a result, limited-income consumers are struggling as they enter the market with their bags. There are growing questions among buyers about who is controlling the market, or if anyone is in control at all. Some have even started reminiscing about the better days of the past.
Many people don’t think deeply about the implications of the terms they use. Independence is something that every nation achieves only once. We often refer to it as the "Second Liberation Struggle." We attained our independence in 1971 and established a sovereign nation-state, but we never achieved political and economic liberation. Even in an independent country, people have lived in subjugation for a long time. After independence, we were often under Indian influence. There has always been Indian aggression in cultural and economic spheres. Therefore, we can refer to the fall of a fascist government backed by India as a form of "liberation." However, the term "Second Independence" cannot be accurately described in the language of social or political sciences. It may serve as an expression of people's emotions.
Iran launched an unprecedented ballistic missile attack on Israel. Iran targeted military facilities, including Dimona, where Israel's nuclear weapons facility is. The Israeli military has acknowledged that some of its airbases were hit in the ballistic missile attacks but underscored that the air force remains functional.
The interim government has been in office for about two months. While this period is too brief for a comprehensive evaluation, we can still make a preliminary assessment of its performance.
"My Heart Will Go On..." Just hearing the name "Titanic" probably brings Celine Dion's iconic song to mind for millions of viewers. The image of Jack and Rose standing at the bow of the massive ship, holding hands, arms spread wide, gazing into the vast blue ocean, floats before our eyes. The ship is on its way from London to New York, crossing the endless Atlantic, heading towards a dreamland where they will step ashore and build a dreamy future. But suddenly, the ship strikes a massive iceberg—and then! We all know what happened next.
Digital service provider Robi Aziata PLC arranged a get together titled “bdapps Connect: Engage & Innovate 2024 – Top Developers Meet & Greet,” at the Robi Axiata Ltd. Head Office recently.
What was the epic failure in the telecommunication sector in the last 16 years? In a word, the answer to the question is the inability of establishing domestic proprietorship. As a result, despite opportunities reducing dependency on foreign companies and investment couldn’t be possible. Moreover, allegations of laundering funds from the sector were raised. Furthermore, some officials and individuals related to foreign operators pointed their fingers to the local investors in the telecom sector.
Anti-immigration rhetoric has now become central to the election campaign of former US president Donald Trump, who is hoping to secure another four years in the White House by defeating Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in November presidential elections.
The Ministry of Interior announced on Saturday the arrest of 22,993 illegal residents from various regions of Saudi Arabia during last week.
Former Maharashtra Minister and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Baba Siddique has died on Saturday after being shot in Mumbai, said officials of Lilavati Hospital.
Tribal clashes killed at least 11 people in northwestern Pakistan on Saturday and injured eight, including women and children, a local official said.
Last year, I visited Rarikhal in Bikrampur, the home of scientist Jagadish Chandra Bose. I noticed some improvements had been made to the house. Surrounding walls had been erected, beautiful benches were installed for visitors, and the pond's edge had been reinforced. The reason for this is that the house is rented out as a picnic spot. Nearby, there is the 'Jagadish Chandra Bose Complex' along with schools and colleges.
International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) Chief Prosecutor Advocate Tajul Islam has said that assistance from the International Criminal Police Organization, commonly known as Interpol, will be sought to bring former prime minister Sheikh Hasina and other fugitives back to the country for trial.
In a speech to the nation, Interim Government Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus stated that the people of the country are suffering from inflation due to the 'fascist' government's decision to print and release an additional Tk 600 billion for looting. Controlling this inflation is one of the interim government's main objectives. The Governor of Bangladesh Bank has also blamed this Tk 600 billion for the inflation and rising prices. The liquidity crisis in the banking sector has become so severe that several banks are now forced to collect deposits at interest rates above 12%. Due to the instability in the country and the banking sector, investment has stagnated, with some banks opting to invest in government treasury bills and bonds. Not only banks, but private individuals are also making significant investments in these government bills and bonds at high interest rates. The uncertainty in the industrial sector and high-interest rates have caused a crash in the stock market.
Ekushey Padak winner and eminent actor Jamaluddin Hussain has been laid to rest in Calgary, Canada.
Even in the 1990s, we used to write letters to our loved ones. Those handwritten letters were filled with our joys, sorrows, emotions, and love. The wait for a letter felt like an eternity—when would the letter carrier arrive? The anticipation made it hard to sleep. But in this modern era, our ways of waiting and living have changed. We no longer wait for letters or the postmaster, whom our ancestors called the "mail runner" or "runner." They too have faded into the depths of history.
