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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...

Khaleda, 7 others acquitted in Niko graft case

A Dhaka court acquitted BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia and seven others accused in the sensational Niko graft case. Judge of Dhaka Special Judge Court-4 Md Rabiul Alam passed the order on Wednesday, said the court’s peshkar (assistant) Md Belal Hossain. Earlier on February 13, the court set February 19 to deliver the judgment after hearing from both defence and prosecution, he said. On February 5, the recording of the testimony from the witnesses ended while 39 out of 68 witnesses gave their testimonies. On December 9, 2007, the Anti-Co...

Security Council multilateral off-ramp is essential: Guterres

Strengthening international cooperation and delivering on a UN pact that calls for reforming global governance, among other measures, was the focus of debate in the Security Council on Tuesday. The ministerial-level meeting was convened by China, which holds the rotating Council presidency this month, as the UN prepares to mark its 80th anniversary later this year. UN Secretary-General António Guterres opened the debate emphasizing that “global solidarity and solutions are needed more than ever” as the climate crisis rages and inequalities and poverty increase.

Commerce Adviser meets Japan State Minister Ogushi

Ogushi Masaki, State Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, received a courtesy call from H.E. Sk. Bashir Uddin, Adviser of the Ministry of Commerce of Bangladesh, and exchanged views on Japan-Bangladesh economic relations on Tuesday. State Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Ogushi welcomed the visit of Mr. Sk. Bashir Uddin, Adviser of the Ministry of Commerce of Bangladesh. During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on the business environment of Bangladesh for attracting more enterp...

8 held from Chuadanga during devil hunt raid

Chuadanga Correspondent: Police arrested eight leaders and activists of the Awami League and its affiliated organizations in Chuadanga as part of the ongoing nationwide 'Operation Devil Hunt'. They were arrested till midnight on Saturday (February 15).
The arrested are: Awami League member Ferdaus Hossain, 55, activist Siddiq Mia, 33, Almadanga Upazila Awami League vice-president Amirul Islam Montu, 57, Juranpur Union Awami League joint general secretary Matiar Rahman, 58, of Damurhuda Upazila, Awami League leader Mohidul...

Govt takes action against mob violence

Staff Reporter:

Home Affairs Adviser Lieutenant General (Retd.) Md. Jahangir Alam Chowdhury has stated that action is being taken against all groups involved in mob violence, not just any specific faction. He emphasized the need for public awareness regarding mob-related activities.

Speaking at the 30th anniversary celebration of the Bangladesh Coast Guard in Agargaon on Monday (February 17), the adviser reiterated the government's commitment to tackling

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