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Visitors, shoppers troubled by parking irregularities at Trade Fair
Visitors and shoppers at the Dhaka International Trade Fair (DITF) are expressing frustration over issues such as overpriced food sold in unhygienic conditions, irregularities in parking under police supervision, and lax law enforcement, leading to embarrassing situations and a sense of insecurity.
Reforming police in Bangladesh: A herculean task
The Police Reforms Commission has presented an extensive set of recommendations to the Interim Government, highlighting the need for significant efforts to reform Bangladesh's police force and restore public confidence. The 101-page report, led by bureaucrat Safar Raj Hossain and supported by former and current police officials, human rights activists, and other stakeholders, outlines 103 recommendations under 15 major areas.
All reforms should be based on constitutional reform report: Experts
On October 3, the interim government issued a notification forming commissions for reforms in the electoral system, judiciary, Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), police, and public administration. Subsequently, on October 7, the Constitutional Reform Commission was established. In the second phase, commissions for media, health, labor, women’s affairs, and local government reforms were also created.
EC's recommendations: Good news for independent candidates
In an effort to reform the electoral system, the Election System Reform Commission has proposed nearly 150 recommendations across 18 areas, including significant relief for independent candidates. The commission recommended replacing the requirement for 1% of constituency voters' signatures with the support of 500 voters for independent candidates.
Type 2 diabetes on rise among children
Once considered a condition primarily affecting adults, Type 2 diabetes is now alarmingly increasing among children. According to the latest statistics from 2019, 20% of children diagnosed with diabetes were found to have Type 2 diabetes. Data from BIRDEM General Hospital in Dhaka reveals that approximately 8,000 children there are living with diabetes, of which around 1,600, aged 0–16 years, have Type 2 diabetes.
Concerns over instability in telecommunications sector
The cost of mobile phone services and internet usage has been increased once again. Experts fear that the imposition of new taxes will create instability in the telecommunications sector. Marginalized individuals and small businesses reliant on mobile and internet services are expected to bear the brunt of this decision.
With fake certificate she becomes Biman pilot
She studied in the humanities group. However, she took training to fly aircraft using a fake certificate from the Dhaka Board, pretending to have passed from science group.
Champions Trophy: Bangladesh's prospects and challenges
The first edition of the ICC Champions Trophy was held in Bangladesh at the Bangabandhu National Stadium in 1998. South Africa emerged as the champion in this tournament while the runner-up was West Indies. Although Bangladesh was the host, it did not play in the tournament. This tournament was previously known as the ICC Knockout Trophy. The Champions Trophy is organized by the ICC, the world cricket governing body to collect financial funds for the development of non-Test playing countries. You can say that this tournament is much like the FIFA Confederations Cup. The best six football teams from six continents, the defending world champions, and the host country play in the Confederations Cup. The best eight teams with cricket banking are also playing in the Champions Trophy. The ninth edition of the tournament will start on February 19 in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates. The last edition was held in England, in 2017. The tournament is played in the ODI format.
7 directives to implement one order, yet ignored
In 2020, the High Court issued nine directives to control air pollution in Dhaka. By January 12, 2024, the court had reiterated these directives seven times. Despite this, the directives remain unimplemented. Legal experts have called such repeated disregard for court orders a grave act of contempt.
Foreign adviser's China trip: Topic of bilateral discussion
Foreign Adviser Touhid Hossain is scheduled to undertake a significant diplomatic trip to China from January 20 to 24, 2025. This visit, at the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, marks Hossain's first bilateral engagement since the interim government, led by Muhammad Yunus, assumed office in August 2024.
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