Current Affairs
Not all of 832 bhori seized gold belong to Sheikh Hasina: ACC
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has stated that the 832 bhori of gold recovered from two lockers of Agrani Bank do not belong solely to former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who has been removed from power. The recovered items include various gold ornaments, such as a gold boat and a gold deer.
New UNOs appointed in 166 upazilas
Ahead of the thirteenth national parliamentary election, the government has transferred and appointed new upazila nirbahi officers (UNOs) after reshuffling the ranks of deputy commissioners (DCs).
Delhi to review request to return Hasina: Randhir Jaiswal
India is reviewing Bangladesh’s request to extradite Sheikh Hasina, who was sentenced to death for crimes against humanity. The information was confirmed by Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for India’s Ministry of External Affairs. On Wednesday, November 26, Jaiswal said the matter is being examined as part of India’s ongoing internal judicial and legal processes.
Parents, teachers concerned about decline in education quality: Education Adviser
Education Adviser Professor Dr C R Abrar has said that the longstanding concerns over education quality cannot be resolved without realistic and impartial assessment. Parents and teachers alike remain worried about the deterioration in standards.
Extortion not fully eliminated but under control: Home Adviser
Extortion on the roads has not been completely eradicated but is now under control, according to Home Affairs Adviser Lieutenant General (Retd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury. “Extortion on the roads has not ended, but we have brought it under control,” he said.
TikTok to work against disinformation in election
TikTok has assured the Election Commission (EC) that it will take maximum precaution to prevent any misleading information or manipulation ahead of the upcoming 13th National Election.
Ex Brazilian President sentenced to 27 years for coup plot
Brazil’s Supreme Court has sentenced former President Jair Bolsonaro to 27 years and three months in prison for plotting a coup after losing the last election.
Promotion of 826 judges in 3 ranks
The interim government has approved a large-scale promotion for judges serving in subordinate courts. The Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs issued notifications transferring and promoting a total of 826 judges across the country.
PSC publishes circular for 50th BCS
The Public Service Commission (PSC) has published the circular for the 50th BCS. The notice was released on Wednesday afternoon, November 26. According to the circular, 1,755 candidates will be recruited for cadre posts and 395 for non-cadre posts.
Five-member probe committee formed over Karail fire
The Fire Service and Civil Defence (FSCD) has formed a five-member committee to investigate the massive fire at the Karail slum in Tejgaon, Dhaka. The committee has been instructed to submit its report within 15 working days.