The High Court has dismissed a writ petition that challenged the legality of appointing Md Mostaqur Rahman as the Governor of Bangladesh Bank, replacing economist Ahsan H Mansur.
The European Union (EU) has called for ensuring a "level playing field" for companies from all countries in government procurement. Stressing the importance of decisions based on commercial merit, the EU also stated that Airbus's proposal is highly competitive and should be considered seriously.
The High Court granted bail to Bidisha Siddique, former wife of late president and Jatiya Party founder HM Ershad, in a fraud case, clearing the way for her release, her lawyers said.
The High Court has issued a rule and ordered the freezing of 81.92 percent shares of Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC, allegedly held by S Alam-related entities through 24 companies.
The government has formed 22 Narcotics Crime Suppression Tribunals to hear drug-related cases involving offences punishable by at least five years in prison.
The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has ordered ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, former Army Chief General Aziz Ahmed, former IGP Benazir Ahmed and 27 other accused to appear before the tribunal by September 16. The tribunal has also directed that the notice be published in two newspapers .