Author: PV DESK
The interim government has dismissed reports suggesting a sharp rise in crime across the country, saying official statistics indicate stability in most crime categories over the past ten months. In a statement released today, the Chief Adviser’s Press Wing said recent media reports have portrayed an alarming rise in crime, which has contributed to public concern. However, data from the Police Headquarters does not fully support these claims. “From September 2024 to June 2025, the figures show no evidence of a major crime wave,” the statement read. “In fact, many serious crimes have either decreased or remained consistent.”…
BNP on Monday formed an investigation team to probe the recent murder of a scrap trader in Old Dhaka, expressing concerns that the incident could be exploited for political motives and to destabilise the election environment. “There are reasons to suspect that this murder is being used for political gain and that such an incident is being used as an excuse at the instigation of certain quarters to disrupt the atmosphere of the upcoming national elections,” said party Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir. Speaking at a press conference at the BNP Chairperson’s Gulshan office, he also said…
The interim government on Saturday welcomed the World Health Organisation’s reported decision to place Saima Wazed on an indefinite leave amid ongoing investigations into “serious allegations of fraud, forgery and abuse” of power. “We view this as an important first step towards accountability,” Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam said. The people of Bangladesh and the global public are happy to see the emergence of transparency, honesty, and justice, he noted. In a post from his verified Facebook account, Alam said they firmly believe that a permanent resolution is necessary, one that removes Wazed from her position,…
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) Director General and Additional Inspector General of Police (IGP) AKM Shahidur Rahman on Saturday said no one will be allowed to take the law into their own hands and disrupt public life through mob violence. “No matter who the offenders are or which party they belong to, we will bring them to justice and ensure strict punishment,” he said at a press briefing at RAB media centre in the capital. About the killing of a scrap trader in Old Dhaka he said, “We are conducting a shadow investigation into the incident while DMP’s investigation…
Disaster Management and Relief Adviser Faruk E Azam has said the government is considering involving the army, if necessary, for constructing flood protection dam. “The government is always concerned about the flood related problems in Feni. The government has a plan for its permanent solution. So, it is considering the involvement of the army in the construction of sustainable flood protection dam,” he said. The adviser made the remark while speaking a gathering of flood-hit people at Munshirhat Ali Azam High School in Fulgazi here today. The adviser said that relief will be provided as long as…
Describing the killing of a businessman in Old Dhaka as a “very distressing incident”, Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (retd) Jahangir Alam Chowdhury today called on all segments of society to work together to curb the rising trend of intolerance and vigilante justice. He made the remarks while briefing journalists after inspecting the housing and living conditions of law enforcers at police mill barracks area in Dhaka. Calling the incident “unthinkable in any civilised nation,” the adviser said, “We have already brought five individuals under the purview of the law. One was arrested last night, while two were…
The Chattogram Education Board has seen a big drop in results this year in the SSC and equivalent exams. Only 72.07% of students passed — the lowest pass rate in the last four years. A total of 141,033 students from 1,164 schools took part in the exams. Among them, 39,207 students failed, which is the highest number of failures in recent years. Last year, the number of failed students was 24,935. In 2023, it was 33,152. In 2022, 18,470 students failed, and in 2021, it was 14,046. This year, 11,843 students got the top grade of GPA-5. …
The ongoing flood and waterlogging caused by heavy rainfall in Feni and Noakhali districts were discussed at the Advisory Council meeting held today. In the meeting, advisers from the concerned ministries shared their opinions and outlined necessary measures regarding the flood situation and subsequent actions taken, the Chief Adviser’s Press Wing said in a statement. The meeting highlighted the finalisation of designs for the Musapur Regulator and Bamni Closure by the Ministry of Water Resources, the finalisation of a permanent embankment construction project in Feni, and the need to clear canals and drainage systems in Noakhali. In…
Former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Chowdhury Abdullah Al Mamun has admitted to his involvement in crimes against humanity committed during last year’s July uprising, commonly referred to as the July massacre. Appearing before the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) on Thursday, Mamun said, “I was involved in the July killings. I wish to testify as a prosecution witness in this case of my own accord.” At the time of the incident, Mamun was serving as the chief of police. Earlier in the day, the tribunal formally framed charges against three accused, including deposed former prime minister Sheikh…
The results of the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent examinations for 2025 have been announced, with only 68.45 percent of students passing; a sharp decline of 14.59 percentage points from last year’s results. A total of 139,032 students obtained a GPA-5, significantly lower than 182,129 students who achieved the top grade in 2024. Girls performed better than boys across the board. 71.03 percent of girls passed the exams, compared to 65.88 percent of boys. Additionally, 3,616 girls received GPA-5, while 65,416 boys earned the same. Under the country’s nine general education boards, the overall pass rate…