Category: Asia

Police Block Ishraq Supporters’ Long March to Secretariat

May 17, 2025

Supporters of BNP leader Ishraq Hossain staged a long march towards the Secretariat in Dhaka, demanding that he be officially appointed as the Mayor of Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC). However, their progress was halted by the police near the National Press Club. Event Details Description Event Long March to the Secretariat Organisers Supporters of […]

High Court Writ Challenges Legality of Ordinance Dissolving NBR and Establishing Two New Divisions

May 17, 2025

On 12 May 2025, the Government of Bangladesh issued an ordinance dissolving the National Board of Revenue (NBR) and the Internal Resources Division (IRD), establishing in their place two new entities: the Revenue Policy Division and the Revenue Management Division. This restructuring aims to delineate policy formulation from revenue collection operations. Supreme Court lawyer Jewel […]

BNP Membership Open to Awami League Supporters, Under Conditions: Amir Khasru

May 17, 2025

BNP Standing Committee member Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury has announced that Awami League supporters can join the BNP, provided they meet certain conditions. This announcement was made during the inaugural event for the BNP’s ‘Membership Renewal’ drive at the party’s office in Kazir Dewri, Chattogram, on Saturday, 17th May, at 12:30 pm. Key Points from […]

Over Tk 25 Crore in Fines, 687 Brick Kilns Shut Down, and Nearly 200,000 Kgs of Polythene Seized in Special Anti-Pollution Drives

May 15, 2025

Dhaka, 15 May 2025 – At the initiative of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, the Department of Environment (DoE) has carried out 919 mobile court operations across Bangladesh between 2 January and 15 May 2025. These enforcement drives targeted a range of environmental violations, including black smoke-emitting vehicles, illegal brick kilns, air-polluting […]

Call for Resignation of Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor and Proctor Over Killing of Student Leader

May 14, 2025

Dhaka, 14 May 2025 – The Bangladesh Student League (Bangladesh Chatra League) has called for the resignation of Dhaka University (DU) Vice-Chancellor, Professor Dr. Niaz Ahmed Khan, and Proctor, Professor Saifuddin Ahmed, over their failure to provide security following the murder of student leader Shahriar Alam Samya (25) at the city’s Sohrawardy Udyan. On Wednesday, […]

BD Finance Ministry Expects $13 Billion from IMF by June

May 14, 2025

Dhaka, 14 May 2025 (BSS) – The Ministry of Finance expects to receive $13 billion from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) by June, comprising the fourth and fifth instalments of the loan. This was announced in a press release issued by the ministry on Wednesday (14 May) afternoon. In addition to the IMF, the Finance […]

Police Clash with Long Marchers Heading Towards Jamuna, Dozens Injured Including Teachers and Journalists

May 14, 2025

Dhaka, 14 May 2025 (BSS) – At least 50 people, including teachers, students, and journalists, were injured during a police crackdown on a long march heading towards Jamuna, demanding the fulfilment of three key demands. The police used batons, tear gas, and sound grenades to disperse the protesters. Ten of the injured were taken to […]

Videos Reveal Extensive Damage to Pakistani Military Bases Following Operation Sindoor

May 12, 2025

On Monday, India released dramatic footage revealing significant damage to multiple Pakistani military airbases, inflicted during the recently concluded Operation Sindoor. The operation, launched on 7th May, was a decisive response to the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, last month. Key Developments in Operation Sindoor Location Details of Damage Significance Nur Khan […]

Baloch Rebels Seize Momentum Amid Pakistan’s Struggles, Hoist Flags of Independence

May 9, 2025

As Pakistan grapples with internal strife and escalating tensions on its eastern front with India, Baloch rebel groups have intensified their push for independence. On Thursday, multiple coordinated attacks were launched against Pakistani security forces in Balochistan, signalling a significant escalation in the decades-long struggle for freedom. Rebel forces have reportedly seized parts of the […]

Baloch Writer Claims Independence from Pakistan, Appeals to UN for Recognition

May 9, 2025

Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, prominent Baloch writer Mir Yar Baloch has declared Balochistan’s independence from Pakistan, urging the United Nations for recognition and calling for international support, including the establishment of a Baloch embassy in New Delhi and the deployment of UN peacekeepers to the region. Key Points: Key Developments Details […]

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Category: Asia

Police Block Ishraq Supporters’ Long March to Secretariat

High Court Writ Challenges Legality of Ordinance Dissolving NBR and Establishing Two New Divisions

BNP Membership Open to Awami League Supporters, Under Conditions: Amir Khasru

Over Tk 25 Crore in Fines, 687 Brick Kilns Shut Down, and Nearly 200,000 Kgs of Polythene Seized in Special Anti-Pollution Drives

Call for Resignation of Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor and Proctor Over Killing of Student Leader

BD Finance Ministry Expects $13 Billion from IMF by June

Police Clash with Long Marchers Heading Towards Jamuna, Dozens Injured Including Teachers and Journalists

Videos Reveal Extensive Damage to Pakistani Military Bases Following Operation Sindoor

Baloch Rebels Seize Momentum Amid Pakistan’s Struggles, Hoist Flags of Independence

Baloch Writer Claims Independence from Pakistan, Appeals to UN for Recognition

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