sports
Sports can build worthy citizens: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Saturday said children can build themselves as worthy citizens of the country through participation in sports, exercise and cultural events apart from studies.
Bangladesh clinch title beating India
Bangladesh defeated India 3-2 in penalties in the final to clinch the SAFF Under-16 Women's Championship at the ANFA Complex in Lalitpur, Nepal on Sunday.
Titles increasing in chess, not quality
Election manipulation is considered one of the primary prerequisites for securing a position in the country's sports federations. After winning elections, the responsibility falls on the National Sports Council (NSC) and the Bangladesh Olympic Association (BOA) to deal with accountability issues. In most cases, federations seek shortcuts to prove their eligibility, undermining the long-term planning for sports development, which becomes optional. This trend is prevalent in the majority of the over fifty sports federations in Bangladesh. The Bangladesh Judo Federation is no exception. Political influence seems to play a role in climbing the federation's ladder, further pushing sports into the background. An attempt has been made to highlight the details of Bangladesh chess through this report.
EU interested in strengthening partnership with Bangladesh
The European Union (EU) expressed interest in strengthening partnership with Bangladesh in the coming days.
Will Shakib change as public representative?
Whether you have a liking for cricketer Shakib Al Hasan or not is a matter of personal preference. However, it's impossible to discuss Bangladesh's sports arena without considering him. How to proceed without considering him? Who else has made Bangladesh proud like him in the international sports arena in terms of success? Shakib has demonstrated that Bangladesh has the potential to compete at the highest level, not just in cricket but in any field. He has become the world's best all-rounder, shining with brilliance in both batting and bowling. Although such a feat is rare and incredible, it should be natural for Shakib to achieve this milestone as he is a natural talent. Due to his achievements, the pathway to fame has been paved for him, allowing him the flexibility to manage it according to his preferences. While this statement may sound exaggerated, there is no need to be surprised given the way his rise has unfolded.