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First monsoon in 25 years arrives early due to La Niña
First monsoon in 25 years arrives early due to La Niña
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First monsoon in 25 years arrives early due to La Niña

In the Bengali calendar, the months of Asharh and Shraban mark the monsoon season. This season begins with the entry of the southwest monsoon winds into Bangladesh. However, due to the active presence of La Niña, the southwest monsoon is set to arrive earlier than usual this year. By the first week of June, the monsoon is expected to spread across the country—a phenomenon that hasn’t occurred in the past 25 years. The last instance of early monsoon in Bangladesh was in the year 2000.

Final decision to withdraw 14,000 politically motivated cases
Final decision to withdraw 14,000 politically motivated cases
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Final decision to withdraw 14,000 politically motivated cases

Nearly 14,000 politically motivated cases filed during the tenure of the previous government across 64 districts, including Dhaka Metropolitan area, are being withdrawn. The current interim government has completed the process of withdrawing these cases, which were lodged between January 29, 2009, and August 5, 2024. No cases filed after August 5 are included in this list.

Judicial helpline service to launch in 64 districts
Judicial helpline service to launch in 64 districts
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Judicial helpline service to launch in 64 districts

A new initiative titled “Judicial Helpline Service” is set to be launched across all 64 districts and eight metropolitan sessions courts in Bangladesh. The Supreme Court has finalized a draft to introduce this service with the aim of eliminating obstacles and irregularities in accessing judicial services in courts and tribunals. Through this service, citizens seeking justice will be able to instantly lodge complaints or seek assistance. The helpline is expected to be operational in district and metropolitan sessions courts by the end of June, and gradually extended to other tribunals and special courts.

Bangladesh to launch ‘One-Stop Judicial Service’ this year
‘One-Stop Judicial Service’
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Bangladesh to launch ‘One-Stop Judicial Service’ this year

One-Stop Judicial Service' is set to be launched this year across the 64 districts in the country, allowing citizens to file cases, receive services, and seek legal redress in one place. Bangladesh Supreme Court has already prepared a preliminary draft for the initiative and sent it to the Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, with plans to implement it by July-August.

Back to mildness after 2 decades between El Niño and La Niña
Back to mildness after 2 decades between El Niño and La Niña
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Back to mildness after 2 decades between El Niño and La Niña

Bangladesh, known for its six seasons, has traditionally been classified as having a temperate climate—one that lies between the extremes of the tropical and polar zones. The hallmark of this climate is moderate temperatures, with neither severe cold nor intense heat, and regular rainfall. However, for more than two decades, this temperate sensation had all but vanished from Bangladesh. In its place, the country experienced increasingly extreme weather conditions, with harsher winters, scorching summers, and irregular monsoons. Other seasons came and went with little distinction. During summer, parts of the country, especially Rajshahi, would often be swept by hot, desert-like "loo" winds. But this year marks a return of temperate weather to Bangladesh after nearly 20 years, with moderate summer temperatures and rainfall. Climate experts predict a normal monsoon and no severe winter chill ahead.

12 years gone: Murder trial still incomplete
12 years gone: Murder trial still incomplete
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12 years gone: Murder trial still incomplete

The Rana Plaza collapse in Savar remains the deadliest industrial disaster in Bangladesh’s history. On April 24, 2013, the eight-story commercial building crumbled, killing 1,136 people and shocking the entire world. Yet, more than a decade later, the murder trial stemming from the tragedy has yet to be completed even at the trial court level. The long judicial process—which still has to go through the High Court and potentially the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court after a trial court verdict—is prolonging the agony for victims and their families.

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