Current Affairs
Personal data misuse, threats: 31 loan apps blacklisted by BFIU
The Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU) has warned the public against unauthorised loan activities being conducted through mobile apps, online platforms and social media. The agency also published a list of 31 such apps that lure users with the promise of easy and fast loans, advising people not to take loans from these platforms.
Extradition request for Sheikh Hasina sent to India, Red Notice sought from Interpol: Home Minister
A proposal has been sent to the Indian government for the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, and an application has also been filed with Interpol for issuing a Red Notice against her. Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed informed parliament of this in response to a question from Jamalpur-5 MP Shah Md Warez Ali Mamun on Thursday.
National Awards Committee reconstituted, Abdul Moeen Khan to lead
The government has reconstituted the 10-member 'Cabinet Committee on National Awards' to make the national award conferment process more effective. Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister Dr Abdul Moeen Khan has been made the committee's chairman.
Romanian singer Otilia to rock Dhaka with solo concert
Romanian pop star Otilia is coming to enthrall the Dhaka stage. A special solo concert, 'Otilia Returns: Bilionera Live in Dhaka', is scheduled to be held on November 27. The concert is being organised by event management firm Emakers Bangladesh .
No death from dengue in 24 hours, 868 admitted to hospital
The Directorate General of Health Services has reported that no one has died from dengue in the country in the last 24 hours. However 868 new dengue patients have been admitted to hospital in the same period.
Saudi Arabia issues stern warning for expatriate workers
Saudi Arabia has issued a fresh and stringent warning for expatriate workers from Bangladesh and other countries, regarding strict compliance with labour laws. Authorities have made it clear that violating the terms of a valid work permit, either by working independently or without proper authorisation, will result in severe legal consequences.
Opposition walks out of parliament session
Opposition members of parliament walked out of the National Parliament session on Thursday, August 27, at 8:07pm during the proceedings.
Initiative to amend Transfer of Property Act, bill introduced in parliament
Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman has introduced a new bill in the Jatiya Sangsad aimed at amending the Transfer of Property Act of 1882. In the proposed amendment an opportunity will be created to retain the right to enjoy the property during the lifetime of the donor even after gifting the property among parents, grandparents, children, grandchildren or husband-wife.
Sri Lanka’s incredible draw against India
Sri Lanka has made an incredible draw against India in the Colombo Test. Sri Lanka had fallen behind by 213 runs in the first innings of the second Test of the series at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC). India then enforced the follow-on on them. At one stage in the second innings the Lankans were 229 runs for 6 wickets. From there they saved the match with a magnificent fight.
30 ministers-state ministers-whips get new responsibilities of 64 districts
The government has distributed the responsibilities of monitoring and coordinating government activities including law and order situation, corruption and drug control and good governance of the country’s 64 districts among 30 ministers, state ministers and whips. This responsibility has been given with the aim of more effectively implementing and coordinating various activities of the government at the district level.