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SC halts HC stay, clears way for DUCSU election on Sept 9

The Supreme Court chamber judge today (Sept 1) halted a High Court order that had stayed the Dhaka University Central Students' Union (DUCSU) election until October 30. Justice Farah Mahbub issued the order until Dhaka University files a civil miscellaneous petition (CMP) seeking a

High Court stays DUCSU election until October 30

The High Court has stayed the Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) election until October 30. The decision was announced on Monday afternoon (Sept 1), effectively halting the electoral process scheduled for September 9, according to the previously declared election

US backs no political party in Bangladesh, says Tracy Ann Jacobson

The United States does not support any political party in Bangladesh and seeks only a free, fair, and credible parliamentary election, a senior US diplomat said on Monday. Ambassador Tracey Ann Jacobson, chargé d'affaires of the US Embassy in Dhaka, made the remarks after a

CA Yunus to meet 7 more political parties Tuesday

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus is scheduled to hold discussions with leaders of seven more political parties on Tuesday (Sept 2), as part of ongoing consultations ahead of the upcoming national election. The Chief Adviser’s press wing confirmed on Monday afternoon that

CEC holds talks with US envoy at EC

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin held a meeting on Monday with Ambassador Tracey Ann Jacobson, chargé d'Affaires at the US Embassy in Dhaka, at the Election Commission headquarters in Dhaka. The meeting began shortly after 2:15 pm at the CEC's office in

US Embassy warns of lifetime bans, criminal charges for visa fraud

The US Embassy in Dhaka issued a stern warning on Monday (Sept 1) against visa fraud and illegal immigration, declaring that individuals involved in such activities will face lifetime bans from entering the United States and possible criminal prosecution. In a post published on its

BNP marks 47th founding anniversary today

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is celebrating its 47th founding anniversary today (September 1), marking nearly five decades since its inception by the late President Ziaur Rahman on this day in 1978 at the Ramna Restaurant in Dhaka. To commemorate the occasion, the party has

Yunus holds talks with NCP leaders

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus held a meeting with leaders of the National Citizen Party (NCP) at the state guest house Jamuna in Dhaka on Sunday afternoon. The four-member NCP delegation, led by Chief Organiser (southern region) Hasnat Abdullah, arrived at Jamuna around 5:30pm.

HC Justice Md Akhtaruzzaman resigns

Justice Md Akhtaruzzaman of the High Court (HC) Division has submitted his resignation today amid an ongoing inquiry by the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC). A notification posted on the Supreme Court website said Justice Akhtaruzzaman submitted his signed resignation letter to the

EC releases supplementary voter list ahead of next polls

The Election Commission (EC) today published a supplementary voter list showing 12,63,07,504 voters nationwide ahead of the next parliamentary elections. Senior Secretary of the Election Commission Secretariat, Akhtar Ahmed, disclosed the supplementary list at his office, saying that

Asif Mahmud visits Nurul Haque at hospital

Adviser Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan today (August 31) visited Gono Odhikar Parishad President Nurul Haque Nur at Dhaka Medical College Hospital to inquire about his health following the recent attack on him. Speaking to reporters afterwards, the adviser alleged that leaders of the July

Polythene bags to be confiscated, no further exemptions: Adviser

Polythene bags will be confiscated on sight as authorities move to strictly enforce the country’s long-standing ban on single-use plastics, a senior government adviser has warned. Syeda Rizwana Hasan, adviser to the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change and the

Heavier rainfall forecast for six divisions in Bangladesh

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) today (Aug 31) forecast comparatively heavier rainfall in six divisions, with the possibility of isolated heavy showers in parts of the country. In its bulletin, meteorologist Kh. Hafizur Rahman said the monsoon trough extends across

President inquires about Nur’s health

President Md Shahabuddin personally inquired about the health of Nurul Haque Nur, President of the Gono Odhikar Parishad and former vice president of Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU), following his recent injuries sustained during political unrest. Abu Hanif, a

CA Yunus to hold talks with BNP, Jamaat, NCP in afternoon 

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus will hold separate meetings with the BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami, and the National Citizens' Party (NCP) on Sunday (August 31) to discuss the overall law and order situation in the country. Earlier on Saturday, CA's press secretary Shafiqur

CA to meet BNP, Jamaat, NCP on polls, political situation

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus will hold separate meetings with the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), Jamaat-e-Islami, and the National Citizen Party (NCP) tomorrow to discuss the prevailing political situation and the upcoming national elections. Chief Adviser’s Press

Interim govt condemns attack on Nur, pledges full investigation

Bangladesh’s interim government has strongly condemned the violent assault on Gono Odhikar Parishad president and July uprising leader Nurul Haque Nur, calling it not only an attack on a prominent politician but also a blow to the spirit of the democratic movement. In a statement

Attack on Nur: Senior police officials in emergency meeting

Senior officers of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) have convened an emergency meeting following widespread criticism over law enforcement’s role in the violent incidents in Bijoynagar, where Gono Odhikar Parishad leader Nurul Haque Nur was injured in a baton charge. DMP’s

CA inquires about Nur's treatment

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has inquired about the treatment of Gono Odhikar Parishad President Nurul Haque Nur, who is currently undergoing treatment at Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH). Yunus personally contacted the attending doctors today to learn about Nur’s

4 arrested, illegal arms factory busted in Sitakunda

The Bangladesh Army has discovered a clandestine weapons manufacturing facility in Sitakunda’s Salimpur union, detaining four suspected militants during a special operation. According to the army, the raid was carried out on Saturday (August 30) in the Chinnamul area following