Barisal Metropolitan Detective Police have recently submitted a charge sheet in court against Sabuj Akon, the former vice-president of the Barisal District Chhatra Dal, following allegations that he raped his teenage niece, an SSC examinee. Preliminary investigations suggest the allegations are substantiated. Sub-Inspector Shafiqul Islam, the GR officer of the court, confirmed: “We have received […]

The Minister of Liberation War Affairs, Hafiz Uddin Ahmed (Bir Bikram), has directed that freedom fighters visiting the ministry be accorded the highest respect and hospitality. Speaking at a consultation meeting with ministry officials on Wednesday, the minister emphasised the need to honour the veterans appropriately and ensure their sacrifices are duly recognised in all […]

In Fatulla, Narayanganj, a husband and wife have been arrested for printing and distributing fraudulent ‘Family Cards’ under the guise of a political manifesto, reportedly linked to BNP Chairman . The couple allegedly exploited the name of the party’s election pledges to defraud local residents. The accused, identified as Rasel, also known as Zilani, and […]

In a dramatic turn of events in Noakhali, police from Sudharam Model Thana have arrested five activists of the Awami League following the forcible entry into the district party office and the hoisting of party banners. The incident occurred on Wednesday morning at around 7:00 am, when grassroots leaders of the Kadir Hanif Union Awami […]

A shocking incident unfolded in Barisal Sadar Upazila, where a 60-year-old man, Delwar Hossain, was fatally stabbed by unidentified assailants on Wednesday evening, 18 February. The attack took place around 8:00 PM in the village of Bousherhat Majh Gram, located in the Raipasha-Korapur Union. Delwar Hossain, the son of Mohammad Hossain and a local market […]

Three suspected drug traffickers have been arrested in two separate anti-narcotics operations conducted by Rapid Action Battalion (RAB-12) in Bogura district. The raids, carried out on Wednesday (18 February), resulted in the seizure of a significant quantity of contraband, including 60 bottles of “Fairdeal” cough syrup, two bottles of “Eskaf”, and 29 kilograms of cannabis. […]

Bangladesh Awami League leaders and activists in Habiganj have sparked fresh debate after videos surfaced online showing a small group chanting slogans in front of the party’s long-abandoned district office. The footage, widely circulated on Facebook on Wednesday morning (18 February), appears to show supporters standing before the fire-damaged premises and declaring it open once […]

A public interest petition has been filed seeking a suspension of the operation of the July National Certificate, citing claims that the certificate is unlawful and inconsistent with the Constitution. The petition was submitted on Wednesday by Supreme Court lawyer Advocate Yunus Ali Akand, acting in the interest of the public. It requests that the […]

Bangladesh’s newly appointed Minister of Information and Broadcasting, Zahir Uddin Swapon, has pledged to create an environment that promotes fearless and independent journalism across the country. Swapon assumed office following the swearing-in of a 50-member cabinet led by Tarique Rahman, chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), yesterday afternoon. The cabinet, which reflects a blend […]