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Khaleda’s physical condition further improves: Zahid

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Standing Committee Member Dr. AZM Zahid Hossain said BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia is much better now than before. "Madam (Khaleda Zia) is physically better than before. Doctors are visiting her at home and providing regular medical care," he said. Dr Zahid said this while speaking as the chief guest at an Iftar Mahfil organised by Zia Parishad, UK, at a hall in East London, the United Kingdom (UK), on Monday (March 3) evening local time.

The event was organised to pray for the Chairperson Khaleda Zia's recovery. She has wished the countrym...

CJ reaffirms judicial independence, environmental justice

Chief Justice (CJ) Dr Syed Refaat Ahmed has stated that efforts are underway to safeguard the judiciary from political influence and restore public confidence in the judicial system.

He made these remarks as the chief guest at a seminar titled “Upholding Environmental Justice: Role of Judges for a Sustainable Future”, organised by the Bangladesh Supreme Court at the Ruposhi Bangla Ballroom of Hotel Intercontinental on Monday.

"Article 116 of our Constitution was originally introduced to ensure judicial independence. However, the Fourth Amendment altered this provision, limiting judicial autonomy and disrupting the balance of powers," the Chief Justice explained.

UNHCR stresses urgent need for Rohingya repatriation

Ramadan trade disrupted as importers delay cargo clearance

Amid the holy month of Ramadan, allegations have emerged against certain traders for stockpiling imported goods at Chittagong Port, allegedly to create an artificial crisis and drive up market prices.

According to port officials, some importers are deliberately delaying the release of their goods, effectively using the port’s yards as storage facilities. This has resulted in an artificial shortage, with approximately 40,000 Full Container Load (FCL) containers currently occupying space in the port yard and off-docks.

CA Yunus commends Anjuman’s silent service to society

Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus has praised Anjuman Mufidul Islam for its longstanding service as an institution, highlighting its tireless efforts in burying unclaimed bodies and caring for orphaned children.

“I am not sure if a similar institution exists elsewhere in the subcontinent. Anjuman operates as a historically significant and unique organisation,” he remarked.

Trump halts military aid to Ukraine

President Donald Trump has ordered a suspension of all military aid to Ukraine, escalating tensions with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy following a heated confrontation in the Oval Office. The move has cast uncertainty over Ukraine’s most crucial ally.

According to a senior official from the US Department of Defense, who spoke anonymously, all pending military assistance will remain on hold until Trump is sa...

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