Current Affairs
Former BSS MD Mahbub Morshed did not appear at the ACC's summons
Former Managing Director (MD) and Chief Editor of Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS) Mahbub Morshed did not appear at the Anti-Corruption Commission's (ACC) summons for questioning on various irregularities and corruption charges. Apart from not appearing before the commission at the scheduled time, he did not request any time. Meanwhile, the ACC said that several other current and former BSS officials will be questioned in phases on the same charges.
Karnaphuli Tunnel expenditures double its revenue: Minister
The monthly expenditure on the operation and maintenance of the Karnaphuli Tunnel is almost double the revenue received from tolls, said Road Transport, Bridges and Railways Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam.
5 killed in shooting in Germany
Five people have been killed in a shooting at a youth welfare facility in the northern German town of Stade. Two individuals have been arrested, including the primary suspect behind the attack, a police spokesperson told the BBC.
Apple lobbies US Govt for permission to buy chips from banned Chinese firm
In a bid to counter the soaring prices of memory chips in the global market, tech giant Apple is seeking permission to purchase chips from a sanctioned Chinese firm. The company has reportedly begun lobbying the United States government for a special license to secure this alternative supply chain.
Youth stabbed to death in Cumilla 2 detained
A young man was stabbed to death in the Chauddagram upazila of Cumilla. Police have detained two individuals, including a teenage girl, in connection with the incident.
Nasir, Sarjis provide Tk 700 to Mujib’s family by raising funds
Heavy criticism and intense discussion have erupted across social media following claims that a mere 700 BDT was handed over as financial assistance to the family of Mujibur Rahman, who was recently shot and killed by the BSF along the Kulaura border in Moulvibazar.
President mourns death of renowned artist Mustafa Monowar
President Md. Shahabuddin has expressed deep shock and sorrow over the death of Ekushey Padak-winning cultural figure and renowned artist Mustafa Monowar. He prayed for the eternal peace of the departed soul and extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members.
CJA calls for release of four imprisoned journalists
The Commonwealth Journalists Association (CJA) has called for the immediate release of four imprisoned journalists in Bangladesh and a review of the cases filed against them.
Opposition members to get Tk 20 crore allocation: Mirza Fakhrul
Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister and BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has announced an allocation of around Tk 20 crore for the constituencies of opposition MPs.
Government and opposition can work together to amend the constitution: PM
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has said that the government and the opposition can work together within the parliament to amend the constitution, taking the July Charter as a guideline.