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Some political parties' actions may endanger people's rights, warns Tarique

Dhaka, Nov. 8 -- BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Saturday cautioned that the recent actions of certain political parties, who once marched alongside the anti-fascist movement, may now be creatin... Read More


Rain washes out Gabba clash as India clinch T20I series over Australia

Dhaka, Nov. 8 -- The final T20I between India and Australia at the Gabba was abandoned due to heavy rain, with only 4.5 overs possible, handing India a 2-1 series victory. Australia captain Mitchell ... Read More


Police-teacher clash at Shahbagh leaves 120 injured

Dhaka, Nov. 8 -- At least 120 primary school teachers were injured on Saturday afternoon when police swung into action to disperse their protest march at Shahbagh. Witnesses said the clash broke out ... Read More


AG Asaduzzaman stresses political commitment for a strong anti-discrimination law

Dhaka, Nov. 8 -- Attorney General (AG) Md Asaduzzaman on Saturday urged Bangladesh's political parties to make a firm public commitment to enact a strong and effective anti-discrimination act, saying ... Read More


DMP defends police action to disperse teachers' gathering at Shahbagh

Dhaka, Nov. 8 -- Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has justified the action taken to disperse a gathering of government primary school assistant teachers at Shahbagh, saying it was necessary to ensure p... Read More


Salahuddin slams govt for 7-day ultimatum on referendum consensus

Dhaka, Nov. 8 -- BNP Standing Committee member Salahuddin Ahmed on Saturday cautioned the interim government against 'displaying excessive assertiveness' by setting a seven-day deadline for achieving ... Read More


Jamaat not involved in any activities that threaten election process: Azad

Dhaka, Nov. 8 -- e-Islami's Assistant Secretary General Hamidur Rahman Azad on Saturday said their party is not involved in any activities that threaten the election process. He made the remark while... Read More


Forest Department launches volunteer registration to protect wildlife, forests

, Nov. 8 -- In a bid to strengthen citizen participation in nature and wildlife conservation, the Forest Department has launched a volunteer registration programme. The initiative is being implemente... Read More


Constitution has no referendum provision, says Amir Khosru

, Nov. 8 -- Stating that there is no provision for a referendum in the Constitution, BNP senior leader Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury on Saturday urged political parties to avoid heating up the streets ... Read More


Pakistani naval ship 'PNS Saif' docks in Ctg port amid efforts to rebuild bilateral ties

, Nov. 8 -- Pakistan Navy ship 'PNS Saif' (FFG-253) arrived at Chittagong Port on Saturday on a four-day goodwill visit to Bangladesh, as both countries seem to rebuild ties after decades of cold rela... Read More