Author: Samshad Sattar

PV Desk The interm government has appointed new deputy commissioners (DCs) in Joypurhat, Rajshahi, Rajbari, Sirajganj, Kushtia, Dinajpur, Shariatpur, and Natore districts. The Ministry of Public Administration issued a notification in this regard on Wednesday. Afroza Akhtar Chowdhury, deputy chief of the Planning Department, has been appointed as DC of Joypurhat’ Afia Akhtar, zonal settlement officer of  Chattogram Land Record and Survey Directorate, made DC of Rajshahi; Mohammad Zahidul Islam Miah, deputy secretary attached to the Ministry of Shipping made DC of Rajbari, and Muhammad Nazrul Islam, additional director of the Government Housing Directorate, made DC of Sirajganj. Md Toufiqul…

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PV Desk Govt won’t allow shortage of essential commodities, Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin says The government will import LNG, fertiliser, soybean oil, sugar and chickpea to meet local demands. Advisors’ Council Committee on Government Purchase (ACCGP) in a meeting, with Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Admed in the chair, approved a number of procurement proposals in this regard. After the meeting, Dr Salehuddin Ahmed told reporters that the government will not allow any shortage of essential commodities. “We have approved proposals to import four products so that there is no shortage in the market,” he said. He said the government approved import…

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PV Desk Frustrated customers of National Bank’s Shibganj branch in Sylhet locked the main entrance of the bank on Wednesday in protest after being unable to withdraw their deposits, a situation that has reportedly persisted for several days. The agitated account holders gathered at noon outside the branch, demanding access to their funds. They alleged that withdrawal requests had repeatedly been denied, leading to mounting frustration and the decision to lock the bank’s gate as a form of protest. According to the branch’s Senior Vice President and Manager, the shortage of cash at the branch has resulted in significant inconvenience…

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PV Desk The government has announced two hajj packages for 2025 reducing the costs significantly. This year the government fixed Tk 4,78,241 as minimum cost under package one, Tk 1,00,598 less than the previous years and Tk 5,75,680 under package two for pilgrims, said Religious Affairs Adviser AFM Khalid Hossain at a press briefing on Wednesday. Intending pilgrims have to pay Tk 4,83,156 under private management, he said adding that private agencies can announce special packages for performing hajj. Hajj-2025 will be held on the 9th day of Zilhaj (June 5) depending on moon sighting. A total of 1,27,198 pilgrims…

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PV Desk Finance Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed on Wednesday said that the government is actively working to restore investor confidence in Bangladesh’s capital market, with a focus on both short- and long-term stability measures. Following a meeting with the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) at its headquarters in Dhaka’s Agargaon, Dr. Salehuddin addressed reporters, highlighting the government’s commitment to addressing current market challenges. “We are committed to resolving existing and past issues in the stock market so that both local and international investors feel secure in their investments,” Dr. Salehuddin said. “Our approach includes both immediate measures and long-term…

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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…

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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…

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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.

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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…

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