Author: Desk Report
Saudi Arabia and several Gulf states will mark the Eid-ul-Fitr holiday starting Sunday, March 30, 2025, while other countries in the Middle East will begin the celebration on Monday. The Saudi Royal Court confirmed the announcement, stating that the Supreme Court had determined Sunday as the first day of Eid-ul-Fitr. The holiday, which signifies the end of Ramadan, is based on the sighting of the crescent moon, as per the Muslim lunar calendar. In addition to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar also declared Sunday as the first day of Eid-ul-Fitr. However, Oman, Jordan, and Iran,…
During his official visit to China, Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus met with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the People’s Great Hall in Beijing on Friday, where the two countries signed a series of agreements to enhance bilateral cooperation. Bangladesh and China signed a total of nine agreements, including an economic and technical cooperation agreement and eight Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs). These MoUs cover a range of sectors, including the translation and production of classical works, cultural heritage exchanges, media collaboration, and cooperation in sports and health. Abdul Kalam Azad Majumder, Deputy Press Secretary to the Chief…
Bangladesh has secured a $2.1 billion commitment in Chinese investments, loans, and grants following a significant visit by Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus to China, officials announced. The pledge includes joint investments worth $1 billion from nearly 30 Chinese companies for the establishment of an exclusive Chinese Industrial Economic Zone in Bangladesh. This comes after Yunus encouraged Chinese private enterprises to explore opportunities in the country’s manufacturing sector. Additionally, China will extend a $400 million loan for the modernization of the Mongla port, $350 million for the development of the China Industrial Economic Zone, and $150 million in…
At least six people have died following a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck near Mandalay, Myanmar’s second-largest city. The tremors, which also shook neighboring countries, have left significant damage in their wake, and the toll is expected to rise as further reports come in from Myanmar and Thailand. The earthquake, which hit on Friday, has caused at least three fatalities in Myanmar’s town of Taungoo, located over 200 miles from the epicenter. Eyewitnesses reported that a mosque partially collapsed during prayers, killing three people instantly. In Thailand, the earthquake claimed three more lives in Bangkok when a 30-story…
In a nationally televised address on the occasion of Independence Day and Eid-ul-Fitr, Chief Advisor of Bangladesh’s Interim Government, Prof. Muhammad Yunus, unveiled a series of ambitious reforms aimed at boosting foreign investment, digitalizing government services, and empowering the nation’s youth. Prof. Yunus highlighted Bangladesh’s growing global reputation, noting the increased interest from international investors since the interim government took office. He pointed to ongoing discussions with global companies such as DP World, PSA Singapore, and AP Moller Maersk, who have expressed interest in investing billions of dollars, particularly in port and logistics infrastructure. “We anticipate new foreign investments soon,”…
A Dhaka court has officially declared BNP leader Ishraque Hossain as the mayor of the Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC), overturning the results of the 2020 DSCC election. The ruling was issued on Thursday by Dhaka’s First Joint District Judge, Md Nurul Islam, who is overseeing the Election Tribunal. Ishraque’s lawyer, Rafiqul Islam, confirmed the court’s decision to the media. Ishraque Hossain had contested the DSCC mayoral election held on February 1, 2020. However, on March 3, 2020, he filed a case with the Election Tribunal, challenging the election results due to alleged irregularities, corruption, and lack of…
Tonight, Muslims across the country will observe Lailatul Qadr, also known as Shab-e-Qadr (the Night of Decree), a sacred night marking the revelation of the first verses of the Holy Quran to Prophet Muhammad (Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam). Throughout the night, devotees will engage in special prayers, Quran recitation, zikr, and other religious practices, seeking Allah’s blessings for peace, prosperity, long life, and well-being for themselves, their families, and the nation, as well as the broader Muslim Ummah. In recognition of the significance of this holy occasion, tomorrow has been declared a public holiday. Various media outlets, including Bangladesh…
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has said the his interim government has initiated critical reforms to restore public trust in Bangladesh. ‘Our youth and citizens demonstrated exceptional resolve and strength to redefine the future of Bangladesh. To restore public trust we have initiated critical reforms,” he said while addressing the opening plenary of Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) conference here today. Prof Yunus said independent commissions have been launched to reform the electoral system, judiciary, civil administration, and law enforcement. “These reforms, when implemented, will bring about fundamental transformation of our nation,” he added. The Chief…
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has urged Asian leaders to come forward towards ensuring safe and dignified repatriation of displaced Rohingyas to their homeland in Myanmar. He made the call while addressing the opening plenary of Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) conference in Hainan today. Prof Yunus reminded that Bangladesh has been hosting over 1.2 million Rohingyas for over seven years. “We continue to bear significant social, economic, and environmental costs,” he said. He said UN Secretary-General António Guterres recently visited the Rohingya camps to express his solidarity. “Global efforts are drastically shrinking but continuing.…
The long-awaited ferry service on the Chattogram-Sandwip route was launched today, marking a significant milestone for the four lakh residents of Sandwip Island. The Ministry of Shipping has launched the service on this route, said an official press release. Shipping Adviser Brigadier General (retd) M Shakhawat Hossain inaugurated the newly constructed ferry terminal and Bangladesh Road Transport Corporation (BRTC) bus station at Banshbaria in Sitakunda at 8:30am. The launch of this ferry service on the Chattogram-Sandwip route has fulfilled a long-cherished dream of Sandwip’s residents, said the adviser, adding that the service now enables all types of…