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Strict ban on use of hydraulic horns, hooters
Strict ban on use of hydraulic horns, hooters

Strict ban on use of hydraulic horns, hooters

The Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA) has reiterated a strict directive stating that no motor vehicle, except those used for state emergency services such as ambulances, fire service and rescue operations, shall be permitted to use hydraulic horns, hooters or any other unauthorised horns.

'Such vindictive behaviour reminds of fascist teachers'
'Such vindictive behaviour reminds of fascist teachers'

'Such vindictive behaviour reminds of fascist teachers'

The University Teacher Network has expressed concern over the preparation of a list of 231 Dhaka University teachers in the name of anti-fascism and demands for punitive action against them, as well as the recent administrative steps taken against seven teachers. The organisation has claimed that any measure taken without ensuring due legal process and the right to defend oneself is contrary to the University Order, 1973.

Shakib Al Hasan to join Sheikh Hasina's virtual press conference
Shakib Al Hasan to join Sheikh Hasina's virtual press conference

Shakib Al Hasan to join Sheikh Hasina's virtual press conference

Former Bangladesh national cricket team captain and former Member of Parliament Shakib Al Hasan is likely to join former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on the same virtual press conference panel. Sheikh Hasina will address a virtual press conference organised by the Foreign Correspondents Club of South Asia in New Delhi on August 5. The organisers have said that the panel will include Shakib and several other Awami League-affiliated figures.

BSCL becomes member of international space-based climate observatory
BSCL becomes member of international space-based climate observatory

BSCL becomes member of international space-based climate observatory

Bangladesh Satellite Company Limited (BSCL) has obtained membership of the Space for Climate Observatory (SCO), an international space-based climate monitoring organisation. At the same time, the company has also received official recognition as Bangladesh's National Focal Point. Bangladesh's inclusion in this international alliance, led by the French space agency CNES, is being seen as a significant advancement for the country's space technology and climate research.

Sheikh Hasina's Delhi press conference to go ahead with no Indian objection: Organisers
Sheikh Hasina's Delhi press conference to go ahead with no Indian objection: Organisers

Sheikh Hasina's Delhi press conference to go ahead with no Indian objection: Organisers

Ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will address a press conference in New Delhi on August 5, organised by the Foreign Correspondents Club of South Asia (FCC South Asia). The event, marking the second anniversary of her ouster, will be held virtually. Organisers said she is expected to speak about her return to Bangladesh and future political plans.

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