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FIFA in turmoil as World Cup rights sale plan withdrawn; Infantino's future uncertain
FIFA in turmoil as World Cup rights sale plan withdrawn; Infantino's future uncertain
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FIFA in turmoil as World Cup rights sale plan withdrawn; Infantino's future uncertain

In the history of FIFA, the world's highest governing body for football, there have been few instances of such political pressure, institutional resistance and questions over leadership credibility. The crisis that erupted over the controversial plan to sell a portion of the World Cup's commercial rights or shares to the private sector ultimately did not end with just the withdrawal of a proposal; rather, it has pushed FIFA President Gianni Infantino's political authority, international acceptance and chances of victory in the upcoming election into serious jeopardy.

How Bangladesh's next pesident will be elected
How Bangladesh's next pesident will be elected
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How Bangladesh's next pesident will be elected

The resignation of President Mohammad Shahabuddin on July 24 due to health reasons has triggered a significant constitutional process in Bangladesh. Under Article 50(3) of the Constitution, the President submitted his resignation to the Speaker of the Jatiya Sangsad (Parliament). With the resignation taking immediate effect, the office of the President became vacant, and in accordance with Article 54, Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed assumed office as Acting President. He will discharge the responsibilities of the presidency until a new President is elected and sworn in.

Supreme Court cases to be settled outside court as legal aid ready
Supreme Court cases to be settled outside court as legal aid ready
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Supreme Court cases to be settled outside court as legal aid ready

In Bangladesh, justice often means years of waiting. The same reality exists even at the country’s highest court. The long corridors of the Supreme Court have witnessed countless sighs of litigants, repeated hearing dates, legal fees, and the exhausting journeys of people travelling from districts to the capital. For many, pursuing a case eventually costs more than the amount of money involved in the dispute itself.

Stopping Spain easy in theory; But in reality, it's like a maze
Stopping Spain easy in theory; But in reality, it's like a maze
FIFA World Cup 2026

Stopping Spain easy in theory; But in reality, it's like a maze

The World Cup final is not just a battle between two teams, but also a clash of two football philosophies. On the one hand, European strategy, on the other hand, Latin American creativity. However, even between these two trends, Spain and Argentina have one big similarity—both teams love to control the ball and set the rhythm of the match. Therefore, there is a lot of discussion about the tactical battle surrounding the final to be held in New Jersey on July 20 (1 am Bangladesh time).

Can the Albiceleste outlast the Spanish Armada?
Can the Albiceleste outlast the Spanish Armada?
FIFA World Cup 2026

Can the Albiceleste outlast the Spanish Armada?

The sky over world football has room for only one more storm. On one side stands defending champion Argentina, built on nerve, improvisation and the genius of Lionel Messi. On the other stands European champion Spain, an assembly line of possession football that has barely allowed opponents to breathe. Sunday's final at New York New Jersey Stadium is no ordinary title match — it is a collision of two footballing philosophies chasing the same trophy.

Nearly 46 lakh cases await trial
Nearly 46 lakh cases await trial
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Nearly 46 lakh cases await trial

Justice is not confined to court verdicts alone; timely access to justice is an equally essential element of the rule of law. Yet one of the greatest challenges facing Bangladesh's judiciary for many years has been the ever-growing backlog of pending cases. While new cases are being filed at a rapid pace, the rate of disposal has failed to keep up in many instances. As a result, the number of pending cases has now reached nearly 4.64 million, affecting not only justice seekers but also the overall efficiency of the country's judicial system.

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