Chief Adviser to the interim government Prof Dr Muhammad Yunus on Sunday said a free, fair and participatory election will be arranged in the country as soon as possible after bringing necessary reforms in state system.
"The main task of the present government is to arrange a fair election as soon as possible. But, before that, a conducive environment must be created by brining major reforms in judiciary, civil administration, law enforcement agencies and mass media," he told a meeting with diplomats at Hotel Intercontinental, reports BSS.
The chief adviser briefed diplomats of different countries and resident representatives of the United...
Vegetable, fish markets stabilise, green chili prices remain high
The vegetable and fish markets in Dhaka have remained stable this week, with prices of essential goods holding steady due to an increase in supply. However, the price of green chili continues to soar, selling at BDT 320 per kilogram, the same as last week. According to local traders, the high prices are due to limited supply.
During a visit to the Shewrapara and Taltola markets in the capital on Friday (August 16), it was observed that while vegetable and fish prices remained unchanged, the cost of green chilies continued to be a significant burden for consumers. Many vendors have reportedly stopped selling green chilies due to the steep prices, as low supply continues to drive up costs.
Stable Vegetable Prices Amid Green Chili Price Surge
Mirpur Shewrapara veget...
Murder case filed against Hasina, 100 others in Bogura
A murder case has been filed here against 101 persons, including Awami League (AL) president and former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and former minister Obaidul Quader for killing a teacher during the anti-discrimination student movement.
Sekandar Ali, father of deceased Selim Hossain (35), of village Palikanda of Pirob union under Sibganj upazila of Bogura district, filed the case with Bogura Sadar Police station today (Friday).
The case mentioned that the murder took place at the order of Sheikh Hasina and Obaidul Quader and other accused in the case who include two former Awami League lawmakers, five upazila chairmen, two mayors, eight councilors of Bogura municipality, 10 uni...
Metro rail operations not resuming Saturday
The metro rail operations will not begin on Saturday as planned because officials were unable to finish the necessary technical tests.
Dhaka Mass Transit Company Ltd (DMTCL) said this in a press release on Thursday.
No new date was mentioned for resuming operations.
The two stations in Mirpur-10 intersection and Kazipara were vandalized during the recent student movement that toppled Sheikh Hasina's regime.
The Metrorail services were suspended on July 18 last amid demonstrations by students demanding quota reform in public service.
UN to support interim government: Spokesperson
The United Nations has said they are willing to support the interim government and people of Bangladesh as required.
"Regarding what you said about support for Bangladesh, I can certainly confirm that we remain willing to support the Government and people of Bangladesh as needed," said Deputy Spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General Farhan Haq while responding to a question from Mushfiqul Fazal Ansarey on August 15, reports UNB.
High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk and Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus discussed a "comprehensive range of support" of their office could provide to the interim government and the transition, including on accountability issues.
Farhan said a team will visit Dhaka from next week to discuss areas of support a
Lawyer involved in Anisul, Salman F Rahman egg incident dies
Lawyer Injamul Haque Seemon, who threw eggs at Anisul Huq and Salman F Rahman in court, died in a motorcycle accident on the Padma Bridge on Thursday.
The incident occurred near the toll plaza of the Padma Bridge in Shariatpur's Jajira.
Injamul and his friend Atiq Islam were crossing the Padma Bridge on a motorcycle, live streaming on Facebook. During the broadcast, they lost control, leading to the accident.
Shariatpur Padma Bridge South Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Sheikh Shariful Alam confirmed the matter.
Injamul, 35, was a resident of Bashatala, East Mridha Kandi, Shariatpur, and a lawyer at the Dhaka Chief Metropolitan Magistrate (CMM) court. He was also involved with the Dhaka Met![]()
