Author: PV DESK
BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has described the ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina as a “disgrace to the nation” and said she should never be forgiven. Speaking at a tree plantation programme at Zia Udyan in Dhaka on Sunday, held jointly by the Jatiyatabadi Krishak Dal and the BNP-affiliated platform ‘Amra BNP Poribar’ as part of the month-long July mass uprising campaign, Fakhrul made the remarks. “A mother of a martyr wept as she said that the boy she had dreamed of and envisioned her future with was taken away from her,” Fakhrul said. “They…
Nahid Islam, the leader of the National Citizen Party (NCP), has claimed that their peaceful march is being stopped in several areas because one of their party members spoke the truth. He made this statement at a rally held in Chattogram’s Biplob Udyan on Sunday evening, after completing part of their national march. According to Nahid, the problems began after NCP’s main coordinator in Cox’s Bazar, Nasir Uddin Patwari, revealed some important truths to the public. He said that after this, their march faced resistance in various places. In Banshkhali, one of the party’s organizers was attacked and injured.…
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today inaugurated the ‘Army Headquarters Selection Board-2025’ at the Army Headquarters in the capital. In the 1st phase under this promotion board, eligible officers for the ranks of colonel and lieutenant colonel in Bangladesh Army will be considered for promotion, an ISPR press release said. Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Adviser expressed gratitude for all the martyrs, war-wounded and brave freedom fighters of the great war of independence, especially the martyrs of the armed forces, including all the brave soldiers who sacrificed for the cause of the nation. Besides, he recalled…
Philosopher and human rights activist Farhad Mazhar has called on journalists to play an active role in fighting all types of fascism. Speaking at a discussion with journalists on Saturday (July 19) at Chattogram Press Club, he said, “There are different forms of fascism; secular, religious, and ideological. Journalists must stand against them all.” He stressed the need for a people-oriented constitution and said, “The people of Bangladesh need to understand what a constitution is and why it matters. Only then can we protect democracy and prevent fascism from returning.” Mazhar also spoke about Chattogram’s national importance, calling…
BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir visited Jamaat Ameer Shafiqur Rahman at Ibn Sina Hospital in Dhaka’s Dhanmondi on Saturday evening. Earlier, Shafiqur fell ill while addressing a party rally in the capital’s Suhrawardy Udyan this afternoon. Despite feeling unwell, he completed his speech sitting on the stage. Later, he was taken to the hospital. Jamaat Nayeb-e-Ameer Syed Abdullah Muhammad Taher said the party leader fell ill due to the intense heat. Jamaat’s publicity wing in-charge Ataur Rahman Sarkar told the media that the Jamaat ameer’s health condition is now normal.
Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS) Managing Director and Chief Editor Mahbub Morshed today said Indian media is spreading propaganda on various issues against Bangladesh under a well-coordinated plan. “The propaganda disseminated by Indian media on various matters related to Bangladesh is not a simple issue. India, as a state, plays a significant role behind this. It is part of India’s coordinated plan,” he said at a roundtable discussion here today. Bangladesh Centre for Strategic Analysis (BCSA), a research and consulting firm that works to advance evidence-based policy formulation, strategic innovation and sustainable development, arranged the discussion titled “July Uprising…
Two planned roadside rallies of the National Citizen Party (NCP) were foiled in Cox’s Bazar today following controversial remarks by the party’s chief coordinator Nasiruddin Patwari, aimed at BNP standing committee member Salahuddin Ahmed. NCP leaders were scheduled to hold rallies in Chakaria and Eidgaon upazilas. However, both events were eventually abandoned upon obstruction from BNP supporters, with the stage for the Chakaria rally reportedly vandalised. Earlier in the day, the NCP held a gathering at Shaheed Daulat Maidan of Cox’s Bazar Public Library. Addressing the event, Nasiruddin Patwary said, “Once under the Awami League, Narayanganj…
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman on Saturday vowed to fight against corruption, terming it the party’s next battle following its fight against fascism. He made the vow while addressing the party’s national rally at Suhrawardy Udyan in the capital. While speaking about what the future Bangladesh will look like, he said, “Inshallah, there will be another struggle. We have already fought against fascism, now we will fight against corruption.” At the rally, Shafiqur also made several pledges if his party forms the government through the next general election. “Today, standing before the people, I declare that…
A festive symbolic marathon was held at the Chattogram District Stadium on Friday (July 18) morning, organized by the Chattogram District Administration to commemorate the July-August Mass Uprising Day. A total of 650 participants from diverse backgrounds took part in the event. Participants included students, July movement veterans, athletes, youth activists, and members of various social organizations. The marathon began at 7:00 AM, with Chattogram Divisional Commissioner Dr. Md. Ziauddin inaugurating the event by releasing balloons. In his speech, he emphasized the youth’s vital role in promoting democracy, rights, and justice. Chattogram Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate Farida…
A silent procession of professionals was held in Dhaka on Friday, protesting attempts to undermine the country’s democratic environment and tarnish the image of Tarique Rahman, hailed as a symbol of youth pride. The procession, organised by the Bangladesh United Professionals Council, began from the Jatiya Press Club and marched through Kadamful Fountain, Topkhana Road and Purana Paltan before returning to the Press Club. It was led by Prof Dr AZM Zahid Hossain, convener of the council, and journalist Kader Gani Chowdhury, its member secretary. Speaking during the event, Dr Zahid said democracy in the country is…