Author: Desk Report

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…

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) emphasized the importance of maintaining national unity, urging the interim government to uphold strict neutrality to prevent any political faction from gaining undue advantages. At a press conference held at the BNP Chairperson’s Gulshan office on Saturday, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir stressed that preserving the anti-fascist unity of the nation is crucial for the country’s progress. He stated, “The existing anti-fascist national unity is the main driving force of this country and its people. This nation must move forward by keeping this unity intact. There is no alternative to it.” …

The Media Reform Commission has recommended that the minimum salary for entry-level journalists be set equivalent to the pay of a Grade 9 BCS officer. Additionally, the commission proposed that journalists should hold at least a graduate degree. The commission’s report, which was presented to Chief Adviser Prof. Mohammed Yunus at his residence in Dhaka on Saturday, outlines these recommendations as part of a broader push to improve financial security and professional standards for journalists in Bangladesh. According to the national pay scale of 2015, a Grade 9 BCS officer earns a basic salary of Tk 22,000, which,…

Latin American football is often synonymous with physical battles, and the clash between Argentina and Uruguay was no exception. In a tense World Cup qualifier, young Argentine forward Thiago Almada secured victory with a stunning goal. However, the match was not just about football—it was marred by heated confrontations and on-field clashes, culminating in a red card for Argentina in injury time. Despite this setback, the Albiceleste managed to secure a 1-0 win away from home. The match took place early Saturday morning at Centenario Stadium, Uruguay’s home ground. With key players Lionel Messi and Lautaro Martínez missing due to…

With the winter season coming  vegetable prices have seen a slight increase, but consumers are not yet feeling the pinch. However, despite multiple discussions and strict monitoring, the high prices of rice and oil remain a major concern. Shoppers believe that unless corporate syndicates are dismantled, market instability may persist, calling for urgent intervention from higher authorities. Rising Rice Prices Adding Pressure on Consumers A visit to the city’s Pahartali and Kornelhat markets revealed that coarse rice prices have increased by 1 to 2 BDT per kg, now selling at 54-55 BDT. Paijam rice has risen to 55-57…

A group of Dhaka University (DU) students gathered at the Anti-Terrorism Raju Memorial Sculpture on campus today, calling for the immediate ban of the Awami League (AL) and its affiliated parties. The students demanded that the interim government take action against the AL, accusing the party of involvement in crimes against humanity, and called for a broad political consensus to support their demand. Student leader AB Zubair expressed regret that they were once again forced to take to the streets to push for the ban of a party they claim was responsible for the deaths of hundreds. “The…