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Hamas accused Israel on Wednesday of imposing “new conditions” that it said were delaying a ceasefire agreement in the war in Gaza, though it acknowledged negotiations were still ongoing. Israel has made no public statement about any new conditions in its efforts to secure the release of hostages seized on October 7, 2023. Indirect talks between Israel and Hamas, mediated by Qatar, Egypt and the United States, have taken place in Doha in recent days, rekindling hope for a truce deal that has proven elusive. “The ceasefire and prisoner exchange negotiations are continuing in Doha under the mediation of Qatar…
At least 32 people have survived after a passenger plane operated by Azerbaijan Airlines and carrying 62 passengers and five crew members burst into flames as it crashed near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan. Kazakh authorities said on Wednesday that at least 29 of the survivors, a tally that is believed to include two children, were being treated in a nearby hospital. Azerbaijan’s foreign ministry said in a statement that some were in critical condition. A preliminary assessment suggested that both pilots had died in the crash, Russian news agency Interfax reported. Citing medical workers, the news agency said…
The 44th Convention -2024 Swadin Apex of International Voluntary organization APEX Bangladesh district -3 was held at Foyslake Sea World Auditorium in the city on Wednesday, 25 December 2024. Osman Gani Mansur, Editor and Publisher of The Daily People’s View attended the event as Chief Guest while Apexian Ziaul Haque Zia Bangladesh District- 3 Governor chaired it. “Apexians always work for country’s welfare providing emergency service during national disasters and other critical situations that have earned them reputation”, the chief guest said as he expressed hope for their continued service in building a good society in future. Central president of…
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) has revealed that arrestee Irfan murdered the seven people onboard fertiliser-laden vessel in the Meghna River out of anger after being deprived of wages for long and misconduct with him by the vessel’s master Golam Kibira. Major Sakib Hossain, deputy commandant of the RAB-11 in Cumilla, disclosed this at a press briefing in Cumilla on Wednesday. He said Irfan, son of Jagodish Mandol of Bagerhat’s Fakirhat upazila, used to work as a helping-hand of the vessel’s staff. The RAB official said they recovered a hand glove, two empty packets of sleeping pills, seven mobile phones of…
The Peninsula Chittagong welcomes the Christmas season with a stunningly decorated Christmas Tree and dazzling festive colour, creating a magical ambience for guests to enjoy. This hotel embraced the festive spirit with the spectacular Christmas Tree set up in the lobby, while the main entrance featured a beautifully adorned Fire House, marking the joyous beginning of the Christmas festivities. The celebrations began with excitement and cheer, especially for kids and their families, as children had a delightful time-sharing moment with Santa Claus and receiving an array of Christmas gifts. On December 24th and 25th, 2021, Laguna Restaurant, Level-5, hosted a…
BNP on Saturday began talks with political parties that waged a simultaneous movement with it against the Awami League regime to consolidate unity and seek their opinions on the next general election. The fresh round of talks with all its allied political parties started with the first meeting of the 12-party alliance leaders. BNP liaison committee members, headed by party Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, participated in the meeting, which began around 4 pm. BNP Standing Committee members Nazrul Islam Khan, Selima Rahman and BNP Vice-Chairman Abdul Awal Mintoo also attended the meeting. Later, the party is also scheduled to…
The body of AF Hassan Ariff, an adviser to the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism and the Ministry of Land, was laid to rest at the Martyred Intellectuals Graveyard in Mirpur on Monday. Mahbubur Rahman Tuhin, Senior Information Officer of the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism, confirmed that the burial took place in the morning after Ariff’s daughter returns from Canada on Sunday. Hassan Ariff, 83, was rushed to Labaid Hospital in Dhaka after falling ill unexpectedly on Friday. Doctors at the hospital declared him dead shortly thereafter. The first funeral prayer was held on Friday evening after…
Finance Advisor Salehuddin Ahmed has clarified that the rising inflation rate is a true reflection of the economy, rejecting claims of manipulation. He explained that the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics, or BBS, was instructed to release the data that was available, with no attempt to hide information. Speaking at the launch of the sixth edition of the Banking Almanac at Dhaka’s CIRDAP auditorium on Saturday, Salehuddin acknowledged past discrepancies in data related to inflation and gross domestic product, or GDP, attributing them to both unintentional mistakes and attempts by policymakers to conceal information. Despite multiple interest rate hikes, inflation has…
The 44th District-03 Convention 2024, organized by the Apex Clubs of Bangladesh and hosted by the Apex club of Sandwip, a remarkable event was celebrated at the J.P. Convention Hall, P.C. Road, Halishahar, Chattogram on Friday last. This prestigious gathering highlighting the core values of Service, Citizenship, and Fellowship continued thorough out the day beginning at 9:00 AM. Esteemed guests from the Apex community, journalists, businessmen, and well-wishers, attended the event. Apexian Md. Anamul Hoque Milon President-2024 of the National Apex Clubs of Bangladesh graced the ceremony as Chief Guest while Apexian M Monirul Islam Bhuiyan, National Vice President-2024, Apexian.…