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Stacks of smart National ID cards ready for distribution by the Bangladesh Election Commission.

EC to Resume Distribution of Smart National ID Cards from April

March 9, 2025

The Election Commission (EC) of Bangladesh has decided to resume the distribution of smart National Identity (NID) cards from April 12, following the completion of the ongoing voter list update program. The directive was issued during a recent monthly coordination meeting of the EC, according to officials. Brigadier General Mohammad Azizur Rahman Siddiqui, Project Director […]

Bangladesh Supreme Court building in Dhaka.

HC Orders Immediate Removal of 8-Year-Old Rape Victim’s Photos from Social Media

March 9, 2025

The High Court (HC) today directed the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) to immediately remove all images of an eight-year-old rape victim from social media. The order was issued by an HC bench comprising Justice Farah Mahbub and Justice Debasish Roy Chowdhury, acting suo motu (on its own motion) after Supreme Court lawyer Barrister Mahsib […]

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal addresses a press briefing.

India Backs Inclusive Elections in Bangladesh: MEA Spokesperson

March 8, 2025

India has reaffirmed its support for inclusive and democratic elections in Bangladesh, while also expressing concern over the deteriorating law and order situation, particularly the safety of minorities. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, in a weekly briefing on Friday, underscored India’s position: “We support a stable, peaceful, inclusive, and progressive Bangladesh in […]

Nahid Islam spoke on Bangladesh's election and security situation.

Election “Not Possible” Under Current Security Conditions: Nahid

March 8, 2025

National Citizen Party (NCP) Convener Nahid Islam has reiterated that holding elections under the current security conditions in Bangladesh is “not possible.” In an interview with AFP, published today, Nahid expressed concerns over law and order, saying the country is still grappling with security challenges after the removal of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. His […]

US made “great mistakes” During 1/11 by focusing more on elections: Former Diplomat

March 8, 2025

The United States made significant mistakes during Bangladesh’s 2007-08 caretaker government period by prioritizing elections over necessary reforms and failing to listen to people, former US diplomat Jon Danilowicz has said. “Broadly speaking, I am the first to acknowledge that the United States made great mistakes in the 2007 to 2008 period,” Danilowicz said today […]

Donald Trump and Elon Musk shake hands at a public event, with supporters in the background.

After Cabinet Showdown, Is Trump Curbing Musk’s Authority?

March 8, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump convened a tense cabinet meeting on Thursday to address growing concerns over Elon Musk’s sweeping cost-cutting efforts, marking what could be a turning point in their high-profile partnership. According to multiple media reports, the closed-door meeting turned heated as Musk clashed with top officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and […]

Attacks on Women Contradict Vision of “New Bangladesh”: Chief Adviser Yunus

March 8, 2025

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has said the recent reports of attacks on women are “deeply concerning” and a direct contradiction to the vision of a “New Bangladesh”. Speaking at an event marking International Women’s Day at Dhaka’s Osmani Memorial Auditorium today, Prof Yunus reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring equal rights for men and […]

8-Year-Old Girl Raped in Magura: Case Filed Against 4, Including Sister’s Husband

March 8, 2025

An eight-year-old girl is in critical condition on life support after being sexually assaulted while visiting her sister’s home in Magura. The victim’s mother has filed a case against four members of her elder daughter’s in-laws, all of whom have been taken into police custody. According to police and family sources, the child, a resident […]

DMP Commissioner SM Sazzat Ali addressing a press briefing.

Private Security Personnel to Act as ‘Auxiliary Police’ with Arrest Powers During Ramadan

March 8, 2025

With a shortage of police personnel ahead of Eid, the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) is set to deploy private security personnel as an “auxiliary force” to assist law enforcement in maintaining order, DMP Commissioner SM Sazzat Ali announced at a press briefing in the capital’s Minto Road today. Responding to journalists’ questions, Commissioner Ali said […]

Former Cyclone Alfred Triggers Flood Warnings in Eastern Australia

March 8, 2025

LABRADOR, Australia, 8 March 2025 (BSS/AFP) – Cyclone Alfred weakened into a tropical low on Saturday but continued to pose a severe flood risk as it approached the rain-battered eastern coast of Australia. The former cyclone has left more than 250,000 homes and businesses without power and forced thousands to evacuate. While it no longer […]

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Author: News Desk, Khaborwala

EC to Resume Distribution of Smart National ID Cards from April

HC Orders Immediate Removal of 8-Year-Old Rape Victim’s Photos from Social Media

India Backs Inclusive Elections in Bangladesh: MEA Spokesperson

Election “Not Possible” Under Current Security Conditions: Nahid

US made “great mistakes” During 1/11 by focusing more on elections: Former Diplomat

After Cabinet Showdown, Is Trump Curbing Musk’s Authority?

Attacks on Women Contradict Vision of “New Bangladesh”: Chief Adviser Yunus

8-Year-Old Girl Raped in Magura: Case Filed Against 4, Including Sister’s Husband

Private Security Personnel to Act as ‘Auxiliary Police’ with Arrest Powers During Ramadan

Former Cyclone Alfred Triggers Flood Warnings in Eastern Australia

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