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Direct election demand for reserved seats for women
Direct election demand for reserved seats for women

Direct election demand for reserved seats for women

Women rights activists have demanded the introduction of direct elections for reserved seats and ensuring a stronger and more effective role for women in parliament. According to them, political parties nominated very few women in the recent election, resulting in decreased women's participation in the polls.

Nirmalendu Goon and Selina Hossain commemorate March 7
Nirmalendu Goon and Selina Hossain commemorate March 7

Nirmalendu Goon and Selina Hossain commemorate March 7

On March 7, 1971, at the then Racecourse Maidan, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman delivered a momentous speech that served as an indirect declaration of independence. UNESCO has acknowledged the March 7 speech as a "Global Authentic Heritage." Millions of Bengalis assembled at the event that day to listen to Bangabandhu's voice. He stepped onto the stage, raised his finger, and proclaimed, "The struggle of this time is our struggle for freedom..."

Govt issues instructions for fuel sale and purchase
Govt issues instructions for fuel sale and purchase

Govt issues instructions for fuel sale and purchase

The government has issued new directives regarding the purchase and supply of fuel from filling stations as panic over fuel oil has gripped people across the country.

Tarique Rahman, UAE President hold phone talks on Middle East tensions
Tarique Rahman, UAE President hold phone talks on Middle East tensions

Tarique Rahman, UAE President hold phone talks on Middle East tensions

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan hold a conversation over phone to discuss implications of military escalation for regional security and stability in view of the ongoing war between Israel-US and Iran.

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