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Government increases allowances for freedom fighters, martyrs' families
Government increases allowances for freedom fighters, martyrs' families

Government increases allowances for freedom fighters, martyrs' families

The government has increased the monthly honorarium allowances and various financial benefits for Bir Muktijoddhas, families of martyred Bir Muktijoddhas, and wounded Bir Muktijoddhas. The new allowance structure will take effect from July 1, 2026. This was announced in a notification issued recently by the Ministry of Liberation War Affairs.

New VCs appointed to three public universities
New VCs appointed to three public universities

New VCs appointed to three public universities

The government has appointed new Vice-Chancellors (VCs) to three public universities: Netrokona University, Habiganj Agricultural University and Kishoreganj University.

Govt wants to define journalism, set code of ethics: Information Minister
Govt wants to define journalism, set code of ethics: Information Minister

Govt wants to define journalism, set code of ethics: Information Minister

Separating objective information from the unregulated flow of data is the biggest challenge of the present time, said Information Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan. He said the government wants to establish a clear policy and a well-defined framework for the media. To this end, initiatives have been taken to implement the Wage Board for journalists and ensure transparency in Television Rating Points (TRP).

Gas supply to improve from next week: State Minister
Gas supply to improve from next week: State Minister

Gas supply to improve from next week: State Minister

State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Anindya Islam Amit has once again apologised to the public over the ongoing gas crisis, expressing hope that supply will begin to improve from next week, with full restoration expected about a week later.

PM urges editors to highlight govt's good work alongside criticism
PM urges editors to highlight govt's good work alongside criticism

PM urges editors to highlight govt's good work alongside criticism

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has called on newspaper editors to present a balanced picture of the government's work, urging them to highlight positive initiatives alongside constructive criticism. He made the remarks during a meeting with leaders of the National Editors Council at the Prime Minister's Office at the Secretariat on Monday (July 27).

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