Current Affairs
BNP calls Sherpur clash unfortunate, seeks credible investigation
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has described the violence surrounding the announcement of an election manifesto in Sherpur as unfortunate and unacceptable, and has demanded a swift, impartial and credible investigation into the incident.
Interim govt voices concern over Sherpur clash that left one dead
The interim government has expressed deep concern over the death of a man in a clash between BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami activists in Jhenaigati of Sherpur, ahead of the upcoming national election.
Tarique Rahman takes stage at BNP rally in Rajshahi
BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman took the stage at a massive election rally at the historic Madrasa ground in Rajshahi on Thursday afternoon (January 29), drawing loud applause from party leaders, activists and supporters.
EC asked to drop Daripalla symbol from two constituency ballots
Jamaat-e-Islami has formally requested the Election Commission (EC) not to include its ‘Daripalla’ (Balance Scale) symbol on ballots for two constituencies in the 13th National Parliament election.
Rohingya crisis still lacking expected global attention: Chief Adviser
Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus has said the Rohingya crisis has yet to receive the level of international attention it deserves, stressing that the safe and dignified repatriation of more than one million Rohingya refugees remains the only viable and sustainable solution.
Tarique Rahman returns to Rajshahi after 22 years for election rally
BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman has arrived Rajshahi on Thursday (January 29), marking his first trip to the city as party chief and his first visit in nearly 22 years.
Women cannot hold party’s top leadership position: Jamaat Ameer
Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has said that women cannot hold the party’s top leadership position, citing religious and natural principles.
Gold price hits record high, jumps to Tk2,86,001 per bhori
Gold prices in Bangladesh surged to a new record on Thursday (January 29), with 22-carat gold now priced at Tk 2,86,001 per bhori, up Tk 16,213 from Wednesday, according to the Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS).
15, including lawmaker, killed in plane crash in Colombia
A twin-propeller plane crashed in the mountainous region near Colombia’s border with Venezuela on Wednesday (January 28), killing all 15 people on board, including a lawmaker, reports AFP.
Anyone attacking female workers will face harsh penalties: Jamaat Ameer
Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has urged people to refrain from violence against female workers, emphasising their protection and dignity as a core party responsibility.