Current Affairs
BNP will prioritise Teesta Master Plan implementation if in power: Tarique Rahman
BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman has stated that if the BNP comes to power, top priority will be given to implementing the Teesta Master Plan.
Clash between Jamaat-BNP leaves 6 injured in Chuadanga
A clash occurred between leaders and activists of Jamaat-e-Islami and BNP in Ujjalpur village under Begumpur union in Darshana Thana, falling under the Chuadanga-2 constituency. At least six people from both sides were injured in the clash. During the confrontation, election offices of both parties were vandalised.
Munshiganj-3: Two injured in gunfire during clash over election campaign
Supporters of the Paddy Sheaf (Dhaner Sheesh) candidate attacked the election campaign of a rebel independent candidate with the Football symbol by hurling cocktails and obstructing it with local weapons in the Munshikandi area of Mollakandi union under Munshiganj-3 (Sadar) constituency. This led to a series of chases, counter-chases, and assaults between supporters of the two candidates. Tension is currently prevailing in the area.
Questions loom over referendum legitimacy: CPD
The Center for Policy Dialogue (CPD) has warned that the credibility of the upcoming referendum could be questioned due to weaknesses in the existing framework and related ordinances.
July Mass Uprising Memorial Museum launches hiring without exam
A move to recruit staff at the July Mass Uprising Memorial Museum solely through oral examinations, without conducting any written tests, has sparked controversy. Critics argue that if appointments—including first-class positions—are made this way, the relevant job regulations are not being properly followed.
A party preparing for election engineering: Mahdi Amin
Mahdi Amin, spokesperson of the BNP’s central election steering committee and adviser to the party chairperson, has alleged that a political party is deliberately preparing for election engineering.
Tarique Rahman’s daughter Zaima Rahman campaigns for BNP in Dhaka-17
Barrister Zaima Rahman, daughter of BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman, on Saturday joined door-to-door and street-level campaigning in Dhaka-17 in support of her father’s candidacy in the upcoming parliamentary election.
Ishraque alleges firearms stockpiling by Jamaat candidate in Dhaka-6
BNP candidate Ishraque Hossain on Saturday accused a Jamaat-e-Islami candidate contesting the Dhaka-6 constituency of stockpiling firearms and illegal materials at a polling centre ahead of the national election.
Ctg port workers announce indefinite strike from tomorrow
Employees of Chattogram Port have announced an indefinite strike starting tomorrow morning in protest against the proposed leasing of the New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT) to UAE-based operator DP World.
Ismita Israt carves a niche in digital world
Ismita Israt is quickly becoming one of Bangladesh’s most talked-about digital influencers. Since stepping into showbiz in 2021, she has captivated audiences with lifestyle, skincare, fitness, and travel content that blends real-life relatability with style and flair.