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Has interim govt actually become a ‘government’ in a year
Just two days before the anniversary of the July uprising, on the afternoon of August 3, at a rally organised at the Central Shaheed Minar in the capital to declare the manifesto of the 'Second Republic' or New Bangladesh, several leaders of the National Citizens' Party (NCP) expressed discontent and criticism over unfulfilled expectations in various sectors over the past year. Yet the NCP is considered the main stakeholder or participant in the interim government. The government itself has, at various times, indicated its special preference or support for this party. One reason may be that the NCP was formed through the initiative of some youths who were at the forefront of the July uprising.
Politics in Bangladesh becoming increasingly complex
Politics in Bangladesh is becoming increasingly complex, confused and decaying. Leaderlessness, lack of ideology, and a decline in morality are now the inevitable features of the country’s political landscape.
Where is interim government headed!
Where is present-day Bangladesh headed, and on which path is the interim government taking the country? Such questions are deeply troubling everyone. Over the past 10 months, a series of decisions made by the government that harm the interests of the country have pushed us into fear and anxiety. It is hard to believe that the government's intentions are noble. Instead of moving away from a one-party regime, we have ended up with another undemocratic, unconstitutional government that curtails freedom of expression. Public trust in the government is already declining due to numerous activities beyond its jurisdiction.
Training aircraft crashes into school: No words to describe this tragic accident
The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported that the aircraft took off at 1:06pm on Monday. It was an F-7 BGI model of the Bangladesh Air Force, a training fighter jet made in China. The Fire Service stated that the training aircraft crashed into a building of Milestone School and College at 1:18pm.
Starlink gets BTRC nod for 50,000 kits, already 594 connections active
Starlink, the satellite internet venture of Elon Musk's SpaceX, is set to officially launch its services in Bangladesh, marking a major step toward expanding high-speed internet access across the country.
Why did a shooting situation arise in Gopalganj?
Even if all 63 districts of Bangladesh become devoid of the Awami League, there is still ample reason to believe that the party will continue to exist—and remain in a strong position—in Gopalganj, the birthplace of Bangabandhu and the location of his mausoleum. That is why Gopalganj is referred to as the "fortress" of the Awami League. The violence that erupted in that fortress or stronghold centring the programme of the National Citizen Party (NCP) has raised several questions. Some are even calculating who gained or lost from this incident. However, regardless of who may have benefited politically, no one suffered more loss than the parents, relatives, and friends of those who were killed. And those who lost their lives are now beyond all worldly gains and losses.
Vote, ballot, satire: A portrait of democratic uncertainty
Electoral politics in Bangladesh has now reached such a stage where reading the news and hearing a joke feel like nearly the same experience. When will the 13th parliamentary election be held? One could say a tug of war is ongoing between political parties, especially the BNP, and the caretaker government. Some say these are political dramas. Others call it the final verse of democracy. But whatever it may be called, what echoes deeply in the mind of an ordinary citizen today is this: does anything actually change through voting?
Iran plans retaliatory strikes on US bases in Middle East: Report
Iran has reportedly prepared missiles and other measures for potential attacks on US forces stationed in the Middle East, according to a report by The New York Times citing American officials.
Let the eyes of National Eye Hospital open
The fact that medical services at the National Institute of Ophthalmology and Hospital in the capital have remained shut for the fifth consecutive day following clashes and scuffles between doctors-staff and the injured from the July mass uprising is not only concerning but extremely unfortunate. Patients do not even know when the national eye hospital will reopen. People are coming from far and wide only to return empty-handed. They are facing severe suffering as a result.
Politics in troubled water: A portrait of turbulent times
The ambiguity, uncertainty, and tension building up in politics are not just a series of events—they form the portrait of the times. They reflect the deep-seated weaknesses, contradictions, and instability in our system of governance. Almost a year has passed since the change of government, yet we have failed to formulate a clear outline, timeline, or a responsible political narrative. Instead, a complex picture of uncertainty, irresponsibility, and opaque practices is becoming clear. Observing the sequence of events, many are saying that this is part of an invisible plan, the purpose of which is to muddy the waters and achieve personal interests. The reality is that some force is either trying to turn this muddy water into their playground or is a participant in this plan—is there any doubt about that? The government which was considered the most acceptable and powerful is now, even before completing 10 months, clearly showing signs of weakness. The lack of policy clarity, confusion in decision-making, and absence of political goodwill have raised public questions—is this government even aware of where it is heading?