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PV Desk Three members of United People’s Democratic Front (UPDF) were shot dead by some miscreants at Santi Ranjan Para in Panchari upazila of Khagrachhari district on Wednesday. The deceased were identified as Sijon Chakma, Shahon Tripura and Join Chakma. In a statement, UPDF said a group of miscreants appeared there and opened fire on its three activists around 10 am, leaving them dead on the spot. Jashim Uddin, officer-in-charge of Panchhari police station, said they heard sound of exchanging gunfire but it will take time to recover the bodies as the killings occurred in a remote area. Meanwhile, the…
PV Desk Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has said the Awami League exhibited “all the characteristics of fascism”, saying it has “no place” in the country’s politics for now. In an interview with the Financial Times, Prof Yunus also said that Bangladesh will not pursue the extradition of Sheikh Hasina, who fled to India, until the Bangladesh International Crimes Tribunal delivers its verdict. Prof Yunus, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, expressed a firm stance against the Awami League, the party led by Hasina. “In the short run, definitely she has no place — the Awami League doesn’t have a place…
BISAP organized an impactful “Listening and Learning” session designed to educate families and community leaders on vital topics like environmental sanitation, hygiene, health, and nutrition, says a press release. Through engaging activities and discussions, participants were encouraged to strengthen their capacity to work together for improved community health. The program staff led awareness sessions, emphasizing personal hygiene and overall health practices. With practical guidance and encouragement, participants were inspired to take proactive steps in their daily lives, fostering a deeper awareness and commitment to personal and community well-being.
PV Desk Religious Affairs Adviser AFM Khalid Hossain has said that prospective Hajj pilgrims could expect a more affordable and comfortable package, with the highest quality of service provided. Talking to UNB, Khalid Hossain, also a distinguished Islamic scholar, said the 2025 Hajj package, set to be unveiled on October 30, would offer special discounts to make the pilgrimage more accessible. Khalid Hossain discussed the government’s plans to make the pilgrimage more cost-effective, highlighting recent discussions aimed at reducing travel and accommodation expenses. “On October 22, we held a productive meeting with representatives from Biman, Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh…
PV Desk In an interview with the Financial Times, Bangladesh Bank Governor Ahsan Mansur accused powerful business tycoons of siphoning $17 billion out of the banking sector during the Sheikh Hasina regime. He alleged that members of the Directorate General of Forces Intelligence (DGFI), the country’s military intelligence agency, facilitated the takeover of major banks, which led to the systematic transfer of funds out of Bangladesh. According to Mansur, around Tk 2 lakh crore or $16.7 billion was extracted through methods such as loans to new shareholders and inflated import invoices, reports Financial Times. This was the biggest robbing of…
PV Desk Chittagong Medical College(CMC) authorities have taken action against 86 students for breaching discipline. Among them, 75 were leaders and activists of the Bangladesh Chhatra League that has been banned. Allegations have been brought against them for occupying rooms illegally, breaching the rule, for being involved in criminal activities, and destroying the educational atmosphere of the medical college. The 75 leaders and activists of BCL, including 14 interns, were expelled for different periods of time. Prof Jashim Uddin, Principal of the Chittagong Medical College, said the action was taken following the recommendation of the investigation committee.
PV Desk Encouraging people to submit e-return and pay income tax online, Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus on Monday said tax paid by the people is the main driver of the country’s economy. “I wish, your experiences of submitting income tax return become smooth and hassle-free from now on,” he said in a message. The chief adviser also urged all to show their relatives, neighbours and friends how they too can submit their income tax online. Acknowledging that people face various hassles to pay taxes, he urged everyone to submit their e-return and pay income tax online, according to the…
PV Desk Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus asked advisers to fast track the construction of the museum for the July-August mass uprising at the Gonobhaban. The Chief Adviser gave the instructions when he visited the Dhaka palace where ousted dictator Sheikh Hasina lived during the past 15 years, which became a symbol of repression and her brutal rule. “The museum should preserve the memories of her misrule and the anger people expressed when they ousted her from power,” Prof Yunus said as he inspected the ruins. Hundreds of thousands of protesters stormed the Gonobhaban on August 5, moments after Hasina…