Author: PV Desk
A commemorative discussion on former minister and BNP vice-chairman Abdullah Al Noman will be held on Monday, June 02, 2025. The discussion will be held at July Biplob Smrithi Hall of Chattogram Press Club at 3pm. Chattogram City Mayor Dr. Shahadat Hossain will grace the event as Chief Guest while Ekushey Medal winner and Editor of Dainik Azadi M A Malek, politician Said Al Noman, Ex-VC CVASU Prof. Nithis Debnath, Premier University VC Prof. Nasrul Qadir, BSFF Chairman Sayed Mahmudul Hoq, Resident Editor of Dainik Amar Desh Zahidul Karim Kochi, Member Secretary, Sonmilito Peshajibi Parisad Dr. Khurshid Jamil Chowdhury, Special…
Faruk E Azam, Bir Protik, Honourable Advisor to the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief and the Ministry of Liberation War Affairs, had a courtesy meeting with leaders of the Commonwealth Journalists Association (CJA), Bangladesh on Monday afternoon. During the discussion, CJA delegation sought the ministry’s cooperation to organize a seminar on the Rohingya refugee situation and the government’s ongoing initiatives. The Advisor welcomed the proposal and assured full support in this regard. CJA was represented by President Parveen F. Rahman, Secretary General Osman Gani Monsur, former President Farid Hossain, Treasurer Chapal Bashar, and Executive Members including Mainul Alam and…
Noman Sabit, from New York: A new law is set to pass in the United States requiring non-citizens to pay a 5% tax when sending money abroad. Former President Donald Trump had proposed the measure under the name “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” On Sunday, May 18, the bill narrowly passed the U.S. Congress Budget Committee by a single vote. If enacted, this law would significantly affect thousands of Bangladeshis living in the U.S. The bill includes provisions for tax cuts, reduced government spending, and enhanced border security. One of its most notable components is the imposition of a 5%…
A three-month-long workshop has been underway since Apr 15 to mark the 40th anniversary of the Socio-cultural organization Tritorongo. The workshop focuses on correct pronunciation, recitation, news reading, and presentation skills. A total of 31 students from various colleges and universities in Chattogram are participating in this program. As part of the program, an event on news reading, presentation techniques and importance of news was held on Saturday where veteran journalist Osman Gani Mansur spoke. Earlier, subject-based resource persons including Professor Fatema Zebunnesa, poet Rashed Rouf, Shawon Pantha, Professor Anwar Saeed, Shubhra Biswas, Nasrin Islam, Naznin Haque, and Jamil Ahmad Chowdhury…
Barking and Dagenham Mayor Moin Qadri accorded a warm reception to Osman Gani Mansur , Secretary General, Bangladesh Chapter of Canada based Commonwealth Journalists Association (CJA) , International Committee EC Member, Advisor of Chittagong Editors Club and Editor and Publisher of The Daily People’s View . The reception was held at the Mayor’s Parlour of the Council on Monday last. At the event, Dainik Somoy and Manob TV editor, poet and fiction writer Sayed Chowdhury highlighted Osman Gani Monsur’s creative activities. He stated that Osman Gani Monsur, a committed journalist, works with a sense of service. In addition to his…
Bangladesh Bank(BB) is working to repatriate money laundered abroad, said Dr. Ahsan Mansur, the Governor of Bangladesh Bank. A task force has already been formed to recover the laundered funds, and they are currently active in the UK. “We have identified several hundred individuals involved in money laundering. We are hiring law firms to take legal steps against them. These firms will be provided with information, and if they can recover the money, they will receive a designated portion as compensation,” he said. He made these remarks at a discussion meeting organized by the Bangladesh Consulate in New York, USA,…
Rural-urban migration is a defining demographic phenomenon of modern times, particularly in developing nations. This migration is driven by various push and pull factors, including economic opportunities, educational prospects, healthcare access, and better living conditions in cities. However, the influx of people into urban areas creates a complex web of socioeconomic consequences, influencing both the rural regions left behind and the urban centers that receive migrants. Additionally, the pressure on urban infrastructure due to rapid urbanization poses significant challenges to city governance, sustainability, and quality of life. Rural-urban migration often leads to depopulation in rural areas, especially among the younger…
An event branded as the ‘Bangladesh Day Parade’ in New York has sparked considerable controversy among the Bangladeshi diaspora, with many labeling it as a deceptive and disorganized affair. The parade, held for the fourth time, was organized by the Bangladesh Society with support from Humanity Empowerment Rights and took place on Sunday, April 13, in Jackson Heights. Despite the participation of thousands of Bangladeshi expatriates and several public officials, the event has come under intense scrutiny for inviting New York City Mayor Eric Adams—a staunch supporter of Israel—as the chief guest, and a controversial local figure accused of fraud…
In 2024, Bangladesh witnessed a significant student-led movement known as the ‘Anti-Discrimination Students Movement’; which played a pivotal role in the ousting of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The student movement was a significant chapter in the nation’s history, fight for justice, equality, and human rights; driven by outrage over systemic failures The movement began as a protest in 15 July as students of Dhaka University were sitting with placards and flags peacefully in response to the reinstatement of a quota allocation for government jobs in Bangladesh. They demanded an end to a controversial government job quota system that reserved 30%…