Author: Desk Report
Bangladesh has been ranked as the second most polluted country in the world for 2024, following Chad, with smog levels soaring more than 15 times higher than the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommended safety threshold. The findings were released in a report by Swiss company IQAir on Tuesday. Chad topped the global pollution rankings, with air pollution levels reaching 18 times the WHO’s safe limit for fine particulate matter (PM2.5), particles smaller than 2.5 microns in diameter. The WHO sets a safe level for PM2.5 at no more than 5 micrograms per cubic meter, a standard that was met…
In Sandwip, a human chain was formed by the leaders and activists of the Bangladesh Jatiotabadi Chhatra Dal, in protest against violence, harassment, sexual assault, online abuse, deteriorating law and order, and lack of justice for women. The protest, led by Abul Kalam Azad, Vice President of the Jatiotabdi Chhatra Dal, Chattogram North District, took place on Monday, March 10, at various educational institutions across Sandeep. The rally was attended by a number of prominent figures, including Shariful Islam Omar, Vice President of District Chhatra Dal, Abdur Rahman, Joint Secretary Zahid Hasan Niloy, member Mosharraf Hossain Arian, Senior…
Chief Adviser Prof. Muhammad Yunus has called for swift action to recover billions of dollars in stolen funds, both from the banking system and other illicit means. This comes as the government prepares to introduce a special law to facilitate the process of asset recovery. Yunus made the statement during a meeting with the 11-member task force, formed in September last year, led by Bangladesh Bank Governor Ahsan H. Mansur, along with senior officials from relevant departments and agencies. The Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary, Shafiqul Alam, briefed the media at the Foreign Service Academy, revealing that a law would…
Shafiqul Alam, the Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary, revealed that assets belonging to deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her family have been discovered in five countries, including the United Kingdom and the United States. At a press briefing this afternoon at the Foreign Service Academy, Alam disclosed that a joint investigation team had uncovered properties linked to Hasina and her family members in the UK, US, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and the Cayman Islands. The team also identified a Russian slush fund located in a bank in Malaysia, suspected of being used for illicit purposes. Alam noted that…
The long-awaited ferry service between Chattogram and Sandwip will finally commence on March 24. Starting from the Banshbaria ghat in Sitakunda, the ferry will sail to the Guptachhara ghat in Sandwip. Dr. Mohammad Fawzul Kabir Khan, Advisor to the Ministry of Power, Energy, and Mineral Resources, and the Ministry of Road Transport and Bridges, confirmed this information during a visit to inspect the progress of infrastructure development for the ferry service on Saturday morning. He was accompanied by senior officials, including Mohammad Yusuf, Senior Secretary of the Ministry of Shipping. Officials reported that the ferry service is set to begin…
Bangladesh and Kuwait have committed to enhancing their diplomatic, trade, and economic relations, focusing on key areas such as investment, energy, food security, and migrant welfare. In a meeting at the State Guest House Jamuna on Sunday, newly appointed Kuwaiti Ambassador to Bangladesh, Ali Tunyan Abdul Wahab Hamadah, met with Chief Adviser Prof. Muhammad Yunus to discuss strategies for deepening bilateral ties. Prof. Yunus welcomed the Ambassador and highlighted the long-standing relationship between the two nations. He encouraged greater cooperation in sectors such as halal food, noting the significant global market potential in this area, and urged the inclusion of…
New Zealand won the toss and selected to bat first in the ICC Champions Trophy final against India, held in Dubai. Black Caps captain Mitchell Santner confirmed that pace bowler Matt Henry would not be part of the lineup due to injury and has been replaced by Nathan Smith. India, on the other hand, made no changes to their squad from the previous match. New Zealand’s lineup: 1. Will Young 2. Rachin Ravindra 3. Kane Williamson 4. Daryl Mitchell 5. Tom Latham (wk) 6. Glenn Phillips 7. Michael Bracewell 8. Mitchell Santner (capt) 9. Kyle Jamieson 10. Nathan Smith 11.…
Home Adviser Lt. Gen. (retd.) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury assured the public today that the government would ensure the trial of individuals involved in recent rape incidents. He emphasized that the accused would be held accountable and brought to justice. Chowdhury made these remarks during a visit to the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) in Dhaka, where he met with the minor girl who was gang-raped in Magura. The child is currently receiving treatment at the hospital. The Home Adviser instructed law enforcement agencies to take strict action against harassment and violence towards women, particularly in cases of rape. He also…
Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Sheikh Md Sazzat Ali announced on Saturday that private security forces in residential areas, shopping malls, and markets across the capital will be authorized to assist the police and make arrests to maintain law and order during the month of Ramadan. Speaking at a press conference at the DMP Media Centre on Minto Road, the DMP chief explained that experienced personnel from shopping malls and local private security systems in Dhaka will be appointed as police aides for the next month. These personnel will be empowered to act like police officers, including the authority…
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) raised serious concerns on Saturday over the alarming increase in violence and harassment against women, calling on the government to take immediate steps to curb extremism and protect women’s rights. During a press conference at the party’s Nayapaltan office, BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi highlighted a disturbing incident where a person was seen stopping rickshaws and questioning female students about their attire on International Women’s Day. Rizvi condemned the act, describing it as a sign of extremism and urging that such behavior should not be tolerated. “This cannot happen. This…