Both Bangladesh and India are in a positive position regarding the resumption of passenger train services between the two countries, said Road Transport and Bridges Minister Sheikh Rabiul Alam. He said discussions are ongoing between the two sides on the matter.
A court has granted a two-day remand for Manjurul Islam, an accused in the case of shooting businessman Aslam Khan at a crockery shop in Dhaka's Shyampur area. Metropolitan Magistrate Mahbub Alam passed the order after a hearing on Tuesday, September 8, confirmed SI Abdus Sabur of the prosecution.
The government has no hesitation in bringing Sheikh Hasina back to the country, whether she returns on her own or is extradited from India, said Prime Minister's Information and Broadcasting Adviser Dr Zahed Ur Rahman.
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will inaugurate a three-month special campaign to prevent dengue on September 12. The launch of the campaign will mark the beginning of a three-month cleanliness and public awareness programme.
Major General (retd) Ziaul Ahsan, accused in a case of crimes against humanity, has claimed that he is a victim of "media trial" and has urged the media not to portray anyone as a murderer or rapist before the conclusion of the trial.
The government has reduced the permitted quota for fragrant rice exports by 50 percent to keep domestic rice supply normal, ensure food security and control potential price pressure. Ten mandatory conditions have been imposed, including minimum price, quality verification, document preservation and repatriation of export earnings.