Dhaka, Aug. 24 -- Veteran journalist and former editor of The New Nation, Alamgir Mohiuddin, has passed away at the age of 83.

During his long and distinguished career, Mohiuddin served in various national newspapers and national news agency, including the now-defunct Bangladesh Times, Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS), and Naya Diganta, where he also held the position of editor.

His death has elicited widespread condolences from notable figures, including Information and Broadcasting Adviser Mahfuz Alam and The New Nation publisher Saju Hosein, who expressed deep shock and extended sympathy to his family, praying for the eternal peace of his soul.

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