'Will succeed before golden jubilee of independence'
On his 83rd birthday, Dr Kamal also anticipates that a functional democracy in the country can be ensured through constructive politics
Saturday, 20 April, 2019
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Nusrat murder: CID to prove allegations of illegal transaction
If anyone is found involved in any illegal transaction over the murder of Nusrat, he or she would be brought to justice, CID special superintendent Molla Nazrul Islam says
Home minister receives treatment at NICVD
Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal purchases a ticket of Tk 10 from the counter like other patients
Burqa used during Nusrat murder recovered in Feni
Following the statement of the duo, a team of PBI recovers one of the burqas from the area in the afternoon
‘Order of freezing bank accounts of Tarique as per govt directives’
Ruhul Kabir Rizvi says the order was issued after the application of the Anti-Corruption Commission. It is the government who ordered the ACC to do it
Babar taken to hospital from jail
The doctor examined Babar and recommended some medical tests
Student ‘raped’ in Barguna; madrasa principal among 2 held
The arrestees are Oliur Rahman, the principal of Shorafpur Keramotia Fazil Madrasa and rapist Ferdous Sheikh, 19 of Shorafpur village and also a grocery shop owner
4 killed in Mymensingh road accident
The identities of the deceased could not be known immediately
BSF shoots Bangladeshi to death in C’nawabganj
The deceased is identified as Bishu (25), son of Taimur Hossain of Tarapur Munshipara village in Mankasha Upazila
‘Drug trader’ killed in Sirajganj ‘gunfight’
Police also recover Phensidyl, Yaba and arrested four more drug traders from the spot
Motive behind Nusrat murder evident: Minister
Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal assures that if negligence of any policeman is found over the incident, he will be brought to justice
Rohingyas must go back: PM
Sheikh Hasina also says that Bangladesh government is developing an island for providing temporary shelter to the Rohingyas with better facilities
UN resolution on Bangabandhu’s birth centenary to be moved: FM
Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen says a ‘Bangabandhu Institute’ should be established to uphold the history and works of the Father of the Nation before the world
AL govt’s popularity increases: PM
Sheikh Hasina says that popularity of the ruling party usually declines in many cases. But the popularity of the Awami League government has increased
Railway to launch app for ticket sales on April 25
The charge for the ticket could be paid through Visa card, Master card and Bkash accounts
PM receives treatment at National Institute of Ophthalmology
Sheikh Hasina buys a ticket of Tk10 from the counter and takes treatment like any other patient
Two killed in ‘gunfights’ in Gazipur, Bogura
One of the deceased is identified as Rashid Anam, 25
Deed writer hacked dead in Barishal
The deceased is identified as Rezaul Karim Reaz, 40, son of late Sattar Hawladar
6 robbers arrested in Gazipur
The identity of the arrestees could not be known yet
Secondary education enrollment rate still low in Bangladesh: UNFPA
The ‘State of World Population Report 2019’ puts the enrollment rate at 57 percent for male children and 67 percent for female in 2017
Timely action could have averted Nusrat's fate: DIG
Deputy Inspector General of police M Ruhul Amin also says that they found the evidence of fault of former officer-in-charge of Sonagazi Model Police Station Moazzem Hossain
Tarique, Jobaida’s 3 UK bank accounts to be frozen
KM Imrul Kayes, senior special judge of Dhaka Sessions Judge Court passed the order after completion of the hearing of permission suit filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC)
Customs officials, cops attacked in old Dhaka during drive
Three customs officials sustained injuries during the attack with chips of brick, stones and sticks. The attackers vandalise a vehicle of Customs Bond Commissionerate (CBC)
Advance Eid train tickets to be available at 6 spots: Minister
The six spots are Dhaka University, Fulbaria, Mirpur, Kamalapur Railway Station and Airport Railway Station in the capital, and Joydepur in Gazipur
TIB demands judicial probe into cops’ role in Nusrat murder
Withdrawal of a police official from a police station can't be a punishment, country's people want to see proper implementation of the PM's assurance that none of those involved in the murder will be spared
Strict monitoring to control commodity prices in Ramadan: Minister
Tipu Munsh makes the comment while talking to reporters at the secretariat after a meeting with rice mill owners and businessmen
Highlight heritage, tourism attractions to foreigners: President
The heritage, natural beauty, rituals, and versatile life style of Bangla deeply attract the tourists, he said at the inauguration of 9th Bangladesh Travel and Tourism Fair
Nusrat murder: Another accused remanded
Meanwhile, another accused Abdur Rahim Sharif on Wednesday reportedly gave confessional statement in the murder case
5 to die in C’nawabganj for killing girl after rape
The convicts are Nayan Karmakar Robidas, Proshanto Robidas, Nitaichandra Robidas, Subash Dash and Proshanto Robidas
7 agreements likely to be signed during PM’s Brunei visit
The Bangladesh government is also likely to invite Brunei businesspeople to invest in the country
Gunmen kill 14 bus passengers in Pakistan
No one has claimed responsibility for the killings but Baluchi separatists often target security forces
Bangladesh likely to experience slowdown in internet next week
The repair work of first submarine cable in Cox’s Bazar will begin from April 20 and continue till May 1
Dinajpur road crash kills 3, injures 4
The names of the deceased and injured could not be known immediately
Wife murder: UK court jails a Bangladeshi for 26 years
The court heard the couple met soon after Ali had arrived in the UK from Bangladesh, and Nazia had become pregnant soon after they were married
Ex-Peru president kills himself as police try to arrest him
It was a shocking end for a man who twice ruled Peru — once in the 1980s and then again more than two decades later. In more recent years, he became ensnared in Latin America's biggest corruption scandal, a sweeping investigation of politicians' dealings with the Brazilian construction giant known as Odebrech
Malibagh kitchen market fire doused
The fire originated at a shop in Malibagh kitchen market in the capital around 5:27am
Indian reaction over Ferdous misdeed ‘too strong’: FM
Abdul Momen says even if he campaigned for his friend there, it was really ‘unfortunate’ to witness such unusual activity from an actor like Ferdous
Titu declared MCC mayor uncontested
The ruling Awami League candidate faces no opposition in the first-ever polls to the newly formed city corporation
Tk 332cr of gas burnt to boil water: TIB
The Berlin-based graft watchdog finds a number of irregularities at WASA
BGMEA building to be demolished in a scientific way: Minister
The work order for carrying out the demolition will be issued in the next seven days, SM Rezaul Karim says
Legal notice served on BGMEA to withdraw time petition
The notice mentions that if the BGMEA does not withdraw their petition, a case will be filed on charge of court of contempt
Nusrat's classmate Moni remanded
According to the PBI, she was among the five people who set Nusrat on fire at the madrasa's rooftop on April 6
Judicial probe into Nusrat murder sought
Supreme Court lawyer Advocate Eunus Ali Akond files the writ petition with the High Court
FM mourns damage of Notre-Dame Cathedral
He also conveys heartfelt sympathy to Jean-Yves Le Drian and the people of France on behalf of the government and people of Bangladesh
Nusrat murder: Two more arrested
The law enforcers will produce them (Moni and Sharif) before a Feni court seeking a remand order for 10 days
Report in BB reserve heist case on May 21
Hackers stole $101 m from Bangladesh Bank’s accounts with the Federal Reserve Bank of New York in February 2016
Case lodged over Bogura BNP leader killing
Among the accused Aminul Islam, joint secretary of district unit Sramik League, was mentioned
PM pays homage to Bangabandhu on Mujibnagar Day
Sheikh Hasina pays the homage by placing a wreath at Bangabandhu’s portrait in front of Bangabandhu Memorial Museum at Dhanmondi in the city
Japan for safe repatriation of Rohingyas with UN cooperation
So far, the government of Japan has provided US$ 82.9 million grant-aid through international organisations such as UNand Japanese NGOs
GP refuses to pay BTRC’s demand Tk 12,580cr
In a letter to BTRC, Grameenphone requests that the demand be withdrawn and also requests discussions with a view to find an amicable resolution
Timely action could have averted Nusrat murder: NHRC
The National Human Rights Commission also thinks police officials concerned showed negligence and committed a crime
JS body for establishing textile research institute
The parliamentary standing committee recommends setting up a textile research institute to ensure adequate development in the textile sector
Rana Plaza tragedy: HC orders disposal of a case by 6 months
Bail to Rana Plaza owner Sohel Rana is denied
Historic Mujibnagar Day tomorrow
President M Abdul Hamid and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina issue separate messages, recalling the day
FR Tower fire sparked by short-circuit: State Minister
State Minister Enamur Rahman says “We want to procure equipment worth Tk 1,000 crore and we understand that this budget is insufficient
Sheikh Hasina shocked at Notre Dame fire in Paris
Sheikh Hasina notes that damage to this iconic Cathedral is most tragic and heart wrenching not only for the people of France but for the entire human
Shab-e-Barat on April 21
The latest decision of observing holy Shab-e-Barat on April 21 was declared based on the recommendations, made by a 10-member panel of Ulama-i-Keram
Two kerosene carrier girls arrested over Nusrat murder
Police Bureau of Investigation (PBI) arrested two madrasa girls on Tuesday who carried kerosene for killing Nusrat Jahan Rafi
Make people aware about balanced diet: PM
“It’s essential to conduct a larger campaign so that people take nutritious foods and balanced diet, says Sheikh Hasina
Canada shooting: Four killed, man in custody
Four people were shot dead in Penticton, British Columbia, on Monday and a suspect is in custody, told RCMP
RAJUK takes initiatives to demolish BGMEA Bhaban
The authorities of BGMEA Bhaban are asked to shift their belongings to other places within two hours
Jute mills workers call off strike, return to work
Leaders of the agitating workers announce to withdraw the strike after a meeting with the authorities concerned, says CBA President Sahana Sharmin
Paris Notre Dame Cathedral fire is under control: Officials
French President Emmanuel Macron praises firefighters for saving the cathedral's iconic facade and towers, saying "the worst has been avoided"
Notre Dame Cathedral devastated by ferocious blaze
The French president, Emmanuel Macron, attends the scene and later gives a speech in which he vows that the cathedral would be rebuilt
Four minor girls raped in 3 districts
Rape attempt has been made on another minor girl in Sirajganj
Nusrat’s brother gets bank job
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday hands over the appointment letter to Nusrat’s brother Mahmudul Hasan Noman
Police Bureau to probe case against ex-Sonagazi OC
The OC has been accused of recording and circulating a video on social media containing madrasa student Nusrat Jahan Rafi’s statement
Teamwork on hydroelectric power to mitigate climate change challenges
Bangladesh and Bhutan think the proposed trilateral cooperation with India in hydroelectric power can further “strengthen regional cooperation
5 get life-term for abducting child in Khagrachhari
The convicts are – Md Yunus, 33, Md Yasin, 32, Nayan Dhar, 34, Md Nitu Alias Litu, 33, and Md Prince, 34
Councilor Maksud Alam put on remand over Nusrat murder
On 6 April, Nusrat was set afire at an examination centre allegedly by people loyal to the principal of her madrasa Siraj-UD-Doula
None involved in Nusrat murder to be spared, reiterates PM
Sheikh Hasina consoles the family members of Nusrat and expresses her deep sympathy for them
Bhutanese PM leaves after 4-day visit
Dr Lotay, who is also an alumnus of Myhmensingh Medical College, made his maiden visit at the invitation of Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina,
Strong storms in US South kill at least 8 and injure dozens
Nearly 90,000 customers were without electricity in Texas, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Georgia as of midday Sunday
Work unitedly to build prosperous Bangladesh: PM
On the occasion, the guests are entertained with traditional Bangalee sweetmeats like moa, murki, muroli, kadma and zilapi
Nusrat murder: Nur Uddin, Shamim ‘confess’ to their part
After fighting for her life for five days, Nusrat succumbed to her injuries at Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) in the capital on Apr 10
Kafrul garment warehouse fire under control
Duty officer of FSCD central control room Ershad says that 15 firefighting units rush in and bring the fire under control around 7:25pm
Khaleda Zia is very sick: Fakhrul
BNP secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir again demands ‘specialised treatment’ and doubts that Khaleda Zia is not getting such treatment now
Pahela Baishakh celebrated amid huge enthusiasm
All across the country with people from all walks of life throng different popular and historic spots in the capital and elsewhere in the country
Be a good human being to be a good doctor: Bhutanese PM
The Bhutanese Prime Minister was addressing a special reception accorded to him by Mymensingh Medical College at its auditorium
Garment factory catches fire in capital
Some 15 units of Bangladesh Fire Service and Civil Defense (FSCD) are working to douse the flame
121 killed in Libya's Tripoli clash
The World Health Organization says Sunday that 561 others have been wounded
PM greets FFs with gifts on Nabobarsho
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Sunday greeted all Freedom Fighters (FFs) of the country on the occasion of Bangla Nabobarsho-1426
Nabobarsho will enlighten life of all: PM
Sheikh Hasina comes up with the hope while exchanging Bangla Naboborsho greetings with the leaders and workers of her party at Ganabhaban
3 killed in Nepal plane crash near Mount Everest
The crash occurrs while the plane belonging to Summit Air was trying to take off from Lukla for Kathmandu on Sunday morning
Missing Swecchasebok League leader found dead in Savar
The deceased is identified as Humayun Kabir Sarker, 40, son of Golam Mostafa, and vice-president of Tetuljhora union Swecchasebok League
Woman killed in Khulna road crash
The deceased is identified as Chini Rani Barman, 62, wife of Nagendra Nath Barman
Joyous Pahela Baishakh today
Rich in culture, tradition and heritage, people of all castes, creeds and classes take mingle on this day with the identity of a Bangali
President, PM greet all on Pahela Baishakh
In his message,President Abdul Hamid says that Pahela Baishakh is an integral part of Bangali culture
Three killed as train hits human hauler in Sirajganj
The deceased driver of the three wheeler was identified as Surjo Miah, son of Rahom Ali of Barokura village in Kamarkhanda
Confusion over the date of Shab-e-Barat
Shab-e-Barat is observed on the 15th night of Shaban month
Nusrat was set on fire on principal’s order: PBI chief
“A total of 13 people were involved in the total process of setting Nusrat ablaze,” Bonoj Kumar Majumder says
Bangladesh, Bhutan agree on duty-free access for few goods
Foreign Senior Secretary M Shahidul Haque says Bhutan sought duty- and quota-free access of 16 products, while Bangladesh sought that of its 10 items
No security threat during Pahela Baishakh: Home Minister
Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal makes the remark while talking to reporters after visiting DMP’s security arrangements at Ramna Park
3 Bangladeshi arrested for gambling in Malaysia
Three simulator machines, three simulator top up cards and RM400 in cash were seized following the raid
Malaysia road crash: Bodies of 5 Bangladeshi victims arrive
Malaysia Airlines flight MH 196, carrying the bodies of the five Bangladeshis, arrived at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport at 12:55 am
Bangladesh, Bhutan sign five bilateral documents
The instruments were signed after official talks between Sheikh Hasina and Bhutanese PM Lotay Tshering at the Prime Minister's office in the capital
3 ‘robbers’ lynched in Feni
Angry mob gives them a good thrashing, leaving one dead on the spot and two others injured
Nusrat murder: Two more madrasa principle’s aides held
Twelve people have so far been arrested in connection with the arson attack
Boishakhi concert stage vandalised, set on fire in DU
The miscreants also vandalised different stalls and sound system of the concert, that were prepared to mark the Pohela Boishakh on April 14
Bus plunges into ditch, many casualties feared
A team of Rangpur Fire Service and Civil Defence are working to rescue victims of the ill-fated bus