Author: Samshad Sattar
Jail guards opened fire during a clash with a section of prisoners at Chattogram Central Jail Friday afternoon. The guards fired to control the situation when some prisoners and detainees staged demonstrations and tried to break open a room at the jail. The clash broke out around 2:00pm and continued till 2:40pm, he said. Army men reached the spot and brought the situation under control around 3:00pm. Two injured people were seen being taken by army, but their identities could not be known. None of the prisoners could escape. A tense situation was prevailing in the area.
Noble laureate economist Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus has urged the country’s people to join hands with him to advance the country rapidly in his maiden address after reaching the country from Paris to take the charge of the interim government set to be formed this evening. “Today is a glorious day for us . . . they (students) protected and gave rebirth to this country. Now our vow is to let the new Bangladesh march forward rapidly,” he said just after landing at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) here. A select gathering of civil society figures, including academics and student…
The first phase of what is described as one most advanced automated container terminals in China adds a design capacity of 2.6 million teu annual throughput to the world’s largest container port, according to Seatrade Maritime News. Construction started in December 2022, and the terminal at Luojing port currently has one 100,000 tonnes-class container berth and four 10,000 tonnes-class container berths. The automated container terminal at Luojing has been built on the site of old coal and ore terminals, which ceased operation in 2017 and 2019 due to the high pollution they caused, providing low added value to the business.…
Fossil fuel companies are running “a massive mis- and disinformation campaign” so that countries will slow down the adoption of renewable energy and the speed with which they “transition away” from a carbon-intensive economy, the UN has said. Selwin Hart, the assistant secretary general of the UN, said that talk of a global “backlash” against climate action was being stoked by the fossil fuel industry, in an effort to persuade world leaders to delay emissions-cutting policies. The perception among many political observers of a rejection of climate policies was a result of this campaign, rather than reflecting the reality of…
Muhammad Yunus has been sworn in as head of a new caretaker government in Bangladesh in a ceremony that began with a minute’s silence to remember those who were killed in the recent protests. Yunus, 84, was recommended for the role by student protesters and returned to Dhaka earlier on Thursday from Paris, where he was undergoing medical treatment. President Mohammed Shahabuddin administered the oath at the Durbar Hall of the Bangabhaban here. Out of 16 other members of the council of the interim government, 13 took oath as remaining three members will take oath later. Dr. Muhammad Yunus first…
Grameen Telecom chairman Muhammad Yunus, who is set to lead an interim government during a power transition following the fall of the Awami League government in a popular uprising, has been acquitted of labour law violation charges. Dhaka Labour Appellate Tribunal Acting Chairman MA Awal passed the order on Wednesday. Yunus and three other Grameen Telecom officials had appealed against the six-month prison sentence handed down by the labour court. Following the hearing, the Labour Appellate Tribunal acquitted all four individuals. Yunus is currently in Paris. The other three officials acquitted are former Managing Director Ashraful Hasan, and directors Nurjahan…
Two days ago, Sajeeb Wazed Joy told the media that Sheikh Hasina would not be returning to politics. However, in a video message posted on his verified Facebook page on Wednesday, her son Joy said they cannot give up given the current situation, where their leaders and activists are being attacked. He also indicated that they are ready for discussions and urged the leaders and activists of the Awami League to rise up. On Monday, amid a mass movement, Awami League President Sheikh Hasina was forced to resign from her position as prime minister and leave the country. The same…
BNP acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Wednesday urged the administration to strictly control the law and order situation as ‘a plot is on to destabilise the country’. “I like to call upon the administration to ensure security of all people so that no one feel insecure. We have to ensure it fast ”, he said. Tarique made the call while addressing virtually a mammoth rally in front of BNP’s Nayapaltan Central office. He also called upon the country’s people and all political parties to resist the current anarchic situation. “I specially called the BNP leaders and activists of all levels…
Bangladesh army has requested people to contact the nearest army camp if anyone faces any sabotage activities, violence and death threats. The Inter Services Public Relation Directorate (ISPR) issued a media release in this regard on Wednesday. It said army remain deployed to ensure safety of public life, property and important government installations considering the current situation. Moreover, people were requested to refrain from misleading the army by providing false information and rumours. They also provided some mobile phone numbers to contact them. Barishal Division Barisal-01769072556, 01769072456, Patuakhali -01769073120, 01769073122, Jhalakathi-01769072108, 01769072122, Pirojpur-01769078298, 01769078308. Chattogram Division Noakhali-01644-466051, 01725-038677, Chandpur-01815-440543, 01568-734976,…
President Mohammed Shahabuddin on Wednesday asked the police to take strict action to control the anarchic situation and looting. He said this when newly appointed Inspector General of Police ( IGP) Mainul Islam went to meet the President at Bangabhaban on Wednesday. Congratulating the new IGP , President Shahabuddin said the role of police is very important in maintaining law and order in the country and ensuring the safety of people’s life and property. Mentioning that restoring the law and order in the country is the most important, he said the police should focus on improving the current situation. He…