Dhaka, March 8 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman began the first working day of the week today (Sunday) with a light yet symbolic remark- "Let's go to war" - as he left his residence for office in the morning.

Opening the door of his residence in the city's Gulshan area around 8:42am and smiling at those present, the Prime Minister said, "Let's go to war."

The unusual moment occurred as he stepped out to begin another day of official duties, similar to any other working day.

Prime Minister's Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Ruman, who was present beside the premier as usual, later described the moment, saying when the Prime Minister made the three-word remark, the personal officials present there were initially taken by surprise...