Author: Desk Report

Sholakia ground in Kishoreganj saw an extraordinary gathering of approximately 6 lakh worshippers for the 198th Eid-ul-Fitr prayer on Monday, making it one of the largest congregations in recent memory. The prayer ceremony, which began at 10:00 AM, was led by Mufti Abul Khayer Mohammad Saifullah. The President of the Sholakia Eidgah Management Committee confirmed the record turnout, noting that about 600,000 devotees participated in the prayers. Following the prayer, special prayers were offered for the martyrs of significant historical events, including the 1952 Language Movement, the 1971 Liberation War, and the 2024 People’s Uprising, as well…

Thousands of people gathered in Dhaka on Monday for a lively Eid-ul-Fitr procession organized by the Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC), spreading festive cheer across the city. The procession began at 9:00 AM from the old Trade Fair grounds near the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Centre, led by Local Government Adviser Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain and DNCC Administrator Mohammad Ejaz. The vibrant march made its way through Agargaon and the Khamar Bari intersection, culminating at Manik Mia Avenue. To ensure safety, police Counter Terrorism and SWAT teams closely monitored the event. The procession was a visual spectacle, featuring…

On the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, Chief Adviser Prof. Muhammad Yunus urged the nation to foster unity and closeness to build a new Bangladesh. Speaking briefly before offering Eid prayers at the National Eidgah in Dhaka, Yunus emphasized that the sacrifices of those who lost their lives or were injured during the July uprising would not go in vain. He reaffirmed that the dream of a new Bangladesh would be realized, despite challenges, through collective effort and unity. “Despite various hurdles, we will overcome the challenges before us and build a united Bangladesh, Insha Allah,” Yunus stated. …

Two people were killed and two others injured in a shooting attack on a private car in Chattogram early Saturday morning. The incident occurred around 2:45 a.m. near the entrance of Bakalia Access Road in the Chandgaon area under the Chawkbazar police station. The deceased have been identified as Bakhtiar Uddin Manik and Md Abdullah, both aged between 30 and 35. Manik, a resident of Rangunia Upazila, was reportedly driving the car at the time of the attack, while Abdullah was from Hathazari Upazila. The injured, identified as Robin and Hridoy, are being treated at Chattogram Medical College Hospital.…

Bangladesh has announced plans to deploy a rescue team to assist in relief efforts following a devastating earthquake in Myanmar. A team from the Bangladesh Armed Forces will depart for Myanmar on Sunday, traveling by special aircraft to deliver essential medicines, relief supplies, and medical assistance in the wake of the disaster, according to the Inter Services Public Relations Directorate (ISPR) on Saturday. The United Nations reported that Myanmar is facing a severe shortage of medical supplies, hindering rescue operations. Essential items such as trauma kits, blood bags, anesthetics, and medicines are urgently needed. The UN’s humanitarian agency,…

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,”…