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Chief Advisor Dr. Muhammad Yunus has called on district commissioner to work independently and without fear of intimidation. He emphasized that under the current government, there is no need to act based on pressure or threats from others. Dr. Yunus made these comments on Sunday, during the inauguration of a three-day District Commissioner (DC) Conference at the Shapla Hall of the Chief Advisor’s Office. He urged the district commissioners (DC) to focus on what is legally required and what is in the best interest of the country. “You should do what is needed for the country, according to…

In a significant policy shift, the government has removed the requirement for police verification when applying for a passport. This decision means that from now on, citizens will no longer need to obtain police clearance to receive a passport. The announcement was made by the Chief Advisor on Sunday, during the inauguration of the DC conference. The news was confirmed by the Senior Assistant Press Secretary to the Chief Advisor, Faiz Ahmed. Previously, the Public Administration Reform Commission had recommended the removal of the police verification requirement for passport issuance. The Chief Advisor reiterated that the provision for…

Six months into the tenure of Bangladesh’s interim government, led by Nobel laureate Dr Muhammad Yunus, the country finds itself at a crossroads. What started as a moment of hope—a chance to break free from the chains of authoritarian rule—has increasingly turned into a struggle for meaningful reform. While the government has made strides in establishing reform commissions and investigating past human rights abuses, the promises of democracy, stability, and prosperity remain unfulfilled. In this critical moment, it is time to ask: can the interim government truly deliver, or will it fall victim to the same pitfalls that have plagued…

The Bangabandhu National Stadium (BNS) has officially been renamed as the National Stadium, Dhaka, as confirmed by a circular from the National Sports Council (NSC) on Saturday. The circular, signed by NSC Secretary Aminul Islam, announced the change. Originally built in 1954 as Dhaka Stadium in Paltan, the venue has hosted numerous significant international sporting events over the years. The stadium, which is owned and maintained by the NSC, was renamed Bangabandhu National Stadium during the Awami League government’s tenure between 1996 and 2001. This recent renaming is part of a broader trend of rebranding various sports facilities,…

Potato exports from Bangladesh are experiencing a rebound following an unusual slump last fiscal year, driven by a significant decline in local prices. The increased exports bring hope that Bangladesh’s potato trade could return to levels seen over the past decade. For the past nine years since FY16, Bangladesh had consistently exported about 50,000 tonnes of potatoes annually, according to the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE). However, exports fell sharply to 12,112 tonnes last year. So far in the current fiscal year, exports have already reached 11,055 tonnes within the first seven months, with major destinations including Malaysia,…

A sudden fire broke out on the gas pipeline in front of Bipolob Udyan, in the city of Chattogram. The fire is seemed to have been caused by a leak in the gas pipe, according to the Karnaphuli Gas Distribution Company Limited (KGDCL). The company has shut off the gas supply in the surrounding areas while workers work to resolve the issue. Mohammad Shafiul Azam Khan, the General Manager of the Engineering Services Division at KGDCL, stated, “We think the leak occurred due to excavation work by T&T. The fire was caused by this leak. We are now shutting…

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today said that the interim government’s efforts would be futile without the necessary reforms to the state structure. Speaking at the first meeting of the National Consensus Commission with political parties at the Foreign Service Academy, he said, “We have no chance to fail (over reforms). We don’t want to fail.” He also noted the global support for Bangladesh’s interim government, mentioning that countries of all sizes have offered assistance. “Once we talk to them (global leaders), they ask, ‘What do you seek? We will give all…we do not want to leave…

Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change, has emphasized the vital role of cultural practices in ensuring the sustainable development of the environment and society. She highlighted the interconnectedness of culture and the environment, stating that a healthy cultural practice can contribute positively to environmental conservation. She made these remarks as the chief guest at the inauguration of “Ananda Academy for Performing Arts” in the Baridhara area of the capital on Saturday (February 15). Rizwana Hasan said, “Culture is one of the key tools in shaping human consciousness. A person with a…

Bangladesh Jatiyo Party (BJP) Chairman Andalib Rahman Partha has expressed his opposition to holding local elections before the national elections. He made this statement on Saturday (February 15) after attending a meeting of the National Consensus Commission. In his remarks, Partha highlighted the past six months under the current interim government, noting the widespread support from both political leaders and the international community. “We, along with the leaders and activists from all over Bangladesh, stand by this government. The international community, including the United Nations, is with us,” he said. He also pointed out that after the UN’s report,…

The second phase of the interim government in Bangladesh has officially begun with the first meeting of the National Consensus Commission, according to the press secretary of the chief adviser, Shafiqul Alam. He emphasized that the new Bangladesh, which started after the coup, has received full support from around the world. Major countries have expressed their support, telling Bangladesh, “Whatever you need, we are with you.” Alam made these remarks on Saturday (February 15) during a conversation with journalists at the Foreign Service Academy in the capital, Dhaka, after the first meeting of the National Consensus Commission with…