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Advisory Council sends back draft Police Commission Ordinance

Dhaka, Nov. 29 -- The Advisory Council has sent back the draft Police Commission Ordinance, 2025, one of two laws the interim government is accused of rushing through ahead of the election. The revis... Read More


Bangladeshi man killed in BSF shooting at Chuadanga border

Dhaka, Nov. 29 -- A Bangladeshi man has been shot dead by India's Border Security Force (BSF) near the Chuadanga border, according to the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB). The incident occurred at 5pm o... Read More


Litton's 57, Emon's early burst send Bangladesh to series-levelling win over Ireland

Dhaka, Nov. 29 -- Bangladesh shook off a worrying run of form and levelled the T20 series 1-1 after a four-wicket win over Ireland, built on Litton Das's assured half-century after some early foray fr... Read More


Mock voting drill under way in Dhaka ahead of national election, referendum

Dhaka, Nov. 29 -- A mock voting exercise is being held in Dhaka as the Election Commission (EC) tests its preparations for the upcoming 13th national election and a nationwide referendum, both schedul... Read More


Pending India clearance stalls Bhutan-bound transshipment goods at Burimari

Dhaka, Nov. 29 -- An initiative to send transshipment goods to Bhutan via Bangladesh's road network on a trial basis has stalled at Burimari Land Port. The container carrying the goods is stuck in La... Read More


BNP plans to hold nationwide roadshow, Dhaka mass rally on Victory Day

Dhaka, Nov. 29 -- The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) will launch a nationwide "Victory Torch Roadshow", culminating in a grand rally in Dhaka on Dec 16. Senior leader Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir ... Read More


Experts say 'poor construction drives up casualties' in earthquakes

Dhaka, Nov. 29 -- Engineers and experts have underlined the importance of using modern construction technology to reduce loss of life and property during earthquakes. On Saturday, at a seminar titled... Read More


Rizvi accuses Hasina of trying to push Khaleda to death

Dhaka, Nov. 29 -- Senior BNP leader Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has said ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina made every effort to push BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia to death. Speaking at an event in Hathazari on... Read More


Clash over BNP nomination in Tangail leaves 15 people injured

Dhaka, Nov. 29 -- At least 15 people have been injured in Tangail's Delduar Upazila as rival factions of the BNP clashed over candidacy. The confrontation occurred around midday at Elasin Bazar betwe... Read More


Myanmar citizens abroad 'welcome to return', junta chief says

Dhaka, Nov. 29 -- Myanmar junta leader has said citizens living in the United States and other countries will be welcomed if they wish to return. The announcement came after the United States ended t... Read More