Central Desk
UN police chief praises Bangladesh police for maintaining world peace
Appreciating Bangladesh Police for their professionalism and capacity to help maintain world peace, Police Adviser of the United Nations (UN) and Police Division Director Luís Carrilho has lauded the contribution and outstanding performance of Bangladesh Police in the United Nations Peacekeeping Mission.
Bangladesh logs one Covid death, 155 positive cases
Bangladesh today reported one Covid-19 death while it recorded 155 coronavirus positive cases during the same period.
BNP's corruption on power sector belies its future pledges: Joy
BNP’s recent pledges before the public over power sector rang hollow as it comes without any acknowledgment and even extension of any apology over rampant corruption spree overseen by fugitive convict Tarique Rahman, acting chairman of BNP, during its regime, reports BSS.
Russians bid farewell to Gorbachev, but without Putin
Russians on Saturday paid their final respects to the last leader of the Soviet Union, Mikhail Gorbachev, in a ceremony held in Moscow without much fanfare and with President Vladimir Putin notably absent, reports AFP.
Dhaka WASA to stop subsidies on water: Minister
LGRD Minister Md Tajul Islam has said that no subsidy will be provided by Dhaka Water Supply and Sewerage Authority (Dhaka WASA) from now on.
Cricketer Al Amin dowry case: Court fixes Sep 21 for probe report submission
A Dhaka court has fixed September 21 for submission of the probe report in the case against national team cricketer Al-Amin Hossain, in a case filed over by his wife, Israt Jahan, on charges of abusing her for dowry.
Hong Kong opt to bowl against Pakistan in Asia Cup
Hong Kong skipper Nizakat Khan won the toss and elected to field first against Pakistan in a must-win Asia Cup Twenty20 international for both the teams on Friday.
Afghanistan mosque blast kills 18, including top pro Taliban cleric
A huge bomb blast Friday at one of the biggest mosques in western Afghanistan killed at least 18 people, including a pro-Taliban cleric who earlier this year called for those who commit "the smallest act" against the government to be beheaded, reports AFP.
Don't shoot innocent people: Fakhrul to law enforcers
"Shaon's murder was not just the killing of a person. He lost his life for raising his voice in favour of democracy and people’s rights and demands. It’s the killing of an ideal and the killing of democracy and people's dreams," Fakhrul said.
Teachers not allowed to give private tuitions to own students: Dipu Moni
Education Minister Dr. Dipu Moni today said teachers are not allowed to give private tuition to the students of their own classrooms.
Dhaka reiterates pledge to contribute in UN initiatives for peace, development
Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal has reiterated Bangladesh's commitment to contribute in any initiative for sustainable peace and development as a member of the United Nations Police (UNPOL).
Bangladesh logs one Covid death, 214 positive cases
Bangladesh today reported one Covid-19 death while it recorded 214 coronavirus positive cases during the same period.
Truss on brink of power as UK Tories finish voting
After a gruelling nationwide tour, a dozen hustings and three televised debates, Liz Truss appears poised to take over as the UK's next prime minister heading into the close of voting by Conservative party members on Friday, reports AFP.
BNP resumes arson terrorism: Quader
Awami League (AL) General Secretary Obaidul Quader on Friday said Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has resumed its arson terrorism like the one it carried out in 2013-14.
Biden slams Trump 'extremist' assault on democracy
US President Joe Biden took fierce aim Thursday at Donald Trump and his "extremist" supporters, labeling them enemies of American democracy in a prime-time address that sought to fire up voters ahead of key midterm elections, reports AFP.