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April 2025

Drives like Mohammadpur to continue to save people’s lives, property: ISPR

Two bodies were recovered from the rooftop of a house following a joint forces raid in Mohammadpur’s Chand Udyan area of the capital early Thursday, said Inter-Service Public Relations (ISPR). The joint forces conducted the operation around 12:30am after being tipped-off that muggers were preparing, said the ISPR in a media release. Upon receiving information, a team of the joint forces rushed to the spot and cordoned off the two ends of a lane in the area, the media release added. Sensing the pr...

Bapparaj finds ‘Hena’ after 29 years

Entertainment Desk

The phrase “Chacha, where is Hena?” has recently taken social media by storm, flooding Facebook posts, memes, and even political discussions.

The dialogue originates from the 1996 Bangladeshi film Premer Somadhi, starring Bapparaj and Shabnaz. A clip from the film recently went viral, sparking a wave of memes and video content.

In the viral scene, protagonist Bakul (played by Bapparaj) returns home after a long time and sees his beloved Hena’s (Shabnaz) house beautifully decorated. Confused, he asks Hena’s father...

Zelensky a ‘Dictator’: Trump

International Desk:

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is a dictator, said U.S. President Donald Trump, according to a BBC report.

In a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump wrote that if Zelensky does not take immediate action, Ukraine will not survive.

Labeling Zelensky a dictator, Trump stated, "I love Ukraine, but Zelensky has done terrible things. His country has been destroyed. Millions of people have died unnecessarily."

He further mentioned that the United States is actively engaged in negotiations to end the war with Russia.

Z...

Ramadan preparations hit by soaring food prices

The prices of essential commodities in Bangladesh continue to fluctuate despite large-scale imports raising serious concerns among consumers. Many people have noticed a stark contrast between the government's assurances and the actual market situation, as they struggle to afford necessities.

Retailers and wholesalers blame each other for the rising prices, while consumers suspect that a powerful syndicate is manipulating the market due to weak oversight by the authorities. S...

Political reforms on track for elections: Dr Ali Riaz

Professor Dr Ali Riaz, Vice-Chairman of the National Consensus Commission, has expressed optimism about holding national elections in December this year, given the commitment of political parties to the reform process. "I am optimistic that significant reforms can be achieved. It is not impossible, and my confidence stems from the commitment shown by political parties," Riaz stated in an exclusive interview with BSS in Dhaka. Riaz, who also chaired the Constitution Reforms Commission under the interim government,...

Bangladesh urges climate action from major emitters

Australia’s Ambassador for Climate Change, Kristin Tilley, has acknowledged Bangladesh’s efforts and investments in adaptation and mitigation initiatives, positioning the country as one of the most credible and influential voices in global climate negotiations.

During a courtesy meeting with Foreign Secretary Md Jashim Uddin at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Wednesday, she agreed on the importance of global partnerships in addressing th...

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