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Stop extortion at every level
Stop extortion
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Stop extortion at every level

It is no secret that many businesses in Bangladesh rely on extortion. This has been a terrible cycle of corruption in Bangladesh for a long time. Successive governments come and go; but the pattern of extortion remains the same. When various reforms are being carried out in the state after the popular July uprising, it was hoped that extortion would also decrease somewhat; but there is no sign of a decrease, in some cases it has even increased. A businessman in Dhaka recently told the media, “Earlier, extortion had to be paid to one person, now it has to be paid to four or five people.”

Stop gang rivalry and violence
Stop gang rivalry and violence
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Stop gang rivalry and violence

We are aware of the rise of gang rivalry and violence in various regions of Bangladesh. Recently, this has become a matter of serious concern. Over time, gangs have become highly active in different areas of Dhaka. Gangs are also active in various divisions, districts, and upazilas outside Dhaka, especially among the youth and adolescents. These gangs are involved in various crimes, including drug consumption. Extortion, theft, harassing the general public, and engaging in physical fights with firearms and sharp weapons are some of their typical activities. Besides being involved in various crimes, they often engage in clashes with rival groups and seek to establish their dominance. Each gang also has its own distinct "tag mark."

More vigilance over Rohingya armed groups needed
More vigilance over Rohingya armed groups needed
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More vigilance over Rohingya armed groups needed

The arrest of Ataullah Abu Ammar Jununi, the head of the Rohingya rebel group Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army (ARSA), and 10 of his associates raises concerns that more ARSA members are hiding in Bangladesh. This is undoubtedly a warning sign for Bangladesh's security. The issue has been under serious discussion since their arrest in raids at Siddhirganj in Narayanganj and at Notun Bazar in Mymensingh on Monday and Tuesday.

Complete judge appointment process quickly
judge appointment
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Complete judge appointment process quickly

In Bangladesh, land disputes make up the majority of cases. To resolve land-related disputes, the government established Land Survey Appeal Tribunals for the first time in 54 districts in August 2023. However, news received on Thursday (March 20) revealed that although the tribunals and appeal tribunals have been established, judges have not yet been appointed. As a result, millions of cases are pending in these tribunals. Due to the prolonged delay in resolving cases, several hundred thousand people, both plaintiffs and defendants in nearly four hundred thousand pending cases, are facing harassment.

Is the cry of Gaza people reaching the ears of world leaders?
Gaza people
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Is the cry of Gaza people reaching the ears of world leaders?

It was late night in Gaza. During the holy month of Ramadan, many people in Gaza were having their Sehri when suddenly the sound of bomber planes echoed. Explosions were heard one after another. They had to drop their food and flee. In front of their eyes, their homes were destroyed. A ceasefire was in effect. No one could have imagined such a brutal attack would come so suddenly. Many loved ones died before their eyes. Little children, having lost their parents, started running alone on the streets, crying. A little while later, the Fajr Adhan was heard. The voice of the muezzin was also filled with tears.