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Bangladesh Bank Forms New Departments to Tackle Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing

March 14, 2025

Bangladesh Bank has established four new departments aimed at preventing money laundering and terrorist financing. The central bank issued a circular today announcing the formation of the Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Prevention Department, Bank Inspection Department-9, Inspection Compliance Department, and the Islamic Banking Regulations and Policy Department. Previously, the Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU) […]

UN Secretary-General António Guterres with the United Nations flag in the background.

UN Chief Pledges Support for Bangladesh’s Reforms

March 14, 2025

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has assured Bangladesh of the UN’s full support as the country undergoes key reforms and transitions. “As the country undergoes important reforms and transition, you can count on the UN to help build a sustainable and equitable future for all,” Guterres wrote on X (formerly Twitter) following his meeting with […]

UN Chief Pledges Support for Bangladesh’s Reforms

March 14, 2025

Former Dhaka University VC AAMS Arefin Siddique Passes Away

March 14, 2025

Eminent academic and former Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor Prof. AAMS Arefin Siddique passed away yesterday at Ibrahim Cardiac Hospital in Dhaka. He was 72. Prof. Siddique breathed his last at 10:45 PM in the hospital’s Neuro Intensive Care Unit (ICU). He had been on life support after collapsing on March 6. Initially admitted for treatment, his […]

UN Chief Meets Chief Adviser, Heads to Cox’s Bazar for Rohingya Visit

March 14, 2025

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres met with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser, Professor Muhammad Yunus, at the Chief Adviser’s Office in Dhaka today before departing for Cox’s Bazar to visit the Rohingya refugee camps. Following their meeting, Guterres and Yunus boarded a commercial Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight to Cox’s Bazar, where they will engage with Rohingya refugees […]

"Viral incident at Haidilao restaurant in Shanghai showing a customer urinating into a hotpot, alongside an exterior view of the restaurant.

Hotpot Horror: Chinese Restaurant Chain Haidilao Offers Massive Compensation After Viral Urination Video

March 13, 2025

One of China’s most popular restaurant chains, Haidilao, has been forced to offer massive compensation to thousands of customers after a bizarre viral video showed two teenage boys urinating into a boiling hotpot at one of its outlets in Shanghai. What Happened? The now-infamous clip, filmed in February, captures the boys standing on a table […]

"Flags of Russia, the United States, and Ukraine symbolizing diplomatic discussions on the Ukraine conflict.

Explainer: Will Russia Accept a US-Backed Ceasefire in Ukraine, or Is a Long-Term Deal the Only Option?

March 13, 2025

A top Russian official has cast doubt on a proposed US-backed ceasefire in Ukraine, arguing that it would serve only to give the Ukrainian military a break rather than lead to a lasting peace. The statement comes as American special envoy Steve Witkoff arrived in Moscow to brief Kremlin officials on Washington’s latest peace initiative. […]

UN Secretary-General António Guterres receives a floral welcome upon arrival in Dhaka for his official visit to Bangladesh.

UN Chief Arrives in Dhaka, to Visit Cox’s Bazar Rohingya Camps on Friday

March 13, 2025

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres arrived in Dhaka this afternoon for an official visit at the invitation of Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus. An Emirates flight carrying Guterres landed at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) at 4:26 pm. He was received by Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain, while two children greeted him with bouquets. […]

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Baharul Alam speaking at a press briefing.

“Even Traffic Police, Asking Drivers to Follow the Law, Are Facing Violence”: IGP

March 13, 2025

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Baharul Alam has urged citizens to refrain from attacking law enforcement officers, stressing that such actions threaten stability and public safety. “Let us do our job; please do not attack us. We are part of this society… citizens of this country. How can we ensure stability if we are unable […]

Chief Adviser Yunus presiding over an advisory council meeting on Bangladesh’s LDC graduation.

Bangladesh to Proceed with LDC Graduation as Scheduled, Advisory Council Decides

March 13, 2025

The interim government has decided to proceed with Bangladesh’s transition from a Least Developed Country (LDC) to a developing nation, scheduled for November 24, 2026. The decision was finalized today during a meeting of the advisory council, chaired by Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus. The announcement was made by Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam […]

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Author: News Desk, Khaborwala

Bangladesh Bank Forms New Departments to Tackle Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing

UN Chief Pledges Support for Bangladesh’s Reforms

UN Chief Pledges Support for Bangladesh’s Reforms

Former Dhaka University VC AAMS Arefin Siddique Passes Away

UN Chief Meets Chief Adviser, Heads to Cox’s Bazar for Rohingya Visit

Hotpot Horror: Chinese Restaurant Chain Haidilao Offers Massive Compensation After Viral Urination Video

Explainer: Will Russia Accept a US-Backed Ceasefire in Ukraine, or Is a Long-Term Deal the Only Option?

UN Chief Arrives in Dhaka, to Visit Cox’s Bazar Rohingya Camps on Friday

“Even Traffic Police, Asking Drivers to Follow the Law, Are Facing Violence”: IGP

Bangladesh to Proceed with LDC Graduation as Scheduled, Advisory Council Decides

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