Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has described the assault on Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of Inquilab Mancha and potential independent candidate for Dhaka-8, as “an attack on the existence of Bangladesh and a well-planned attack on democratic journey”. “The assault on Sharif Osman Hadi is one of the most worrying incidents during the tenure of the interim government. This attack is a well-planned attack on the democratic journey of Bangladesh,” he said. “Through it, the defeated force has shown the audacity to challenge the existence of the country,” the Chief Adviser added. Prof Yunus made the remarks at an emergency…
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Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus has redistributed the portfolios of four advisers, according to a gazette notification issued by the Cabinet Division today. Prof Yunus will now oversee the Cabinet Division, the Ministry of Defence, the Armed Forces Division, the Ministry of Public Administration and the Ministry of Posts, Telecommunication and Information Technology. Dr Asif Nazrul has been made adviser for the Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Ministry, the Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Ministry and the Ministry of Youth and Sports. Adviser Adilur Rahman Khan got the portfolio of the Ministry of Industries, the Ministry of Housing and…
BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia is currently being treated with ventilation support. A press release of the medical board formed for her treatment said, due to an increase in Khaleda Zia’s breathing difficulties, a drop in blood oxygen levels, and a rise in carbon dioxide, she was initially placed on a High-Flow Nasal Cannula and BiPAP machine. However, as there was no improvement in her condition, she was put on ‘elective ventilator support’ to allow her lungs and other organs to rest. The doctors informed that her dialysis was started due to kidney function failure and…
The 13th national election and the referendum on the July National Charter will be held on February 12, 2026 (Thursday). “Voting will take place on February 12, 2026, from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm,” Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin announced the election schedule in an address to the nation this evening. According to the schedule, the last date for submission of nomination papers is December 29, and scrutiny of nominations will be held from December 30, 2025 to January 4, 2026. The deadline for filing appeals with the Commission against the Returning Officer’s orders is January 11. The…
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Election Commission (EC) for announcing the schedule of the 13th National Parliamentary Election and the referendum on the July National Charter (Constitutional Reform) Implementation Order 2025. “With the announcement of this schedule, Bangladesh’s democratic journey has crossed an important milestone. Following the historic mass uprising, the country is now advancing on a new path – this election and referendum will strengthen that trajectory, give priority to the will of the people, and further consolidate the foundation of a new Bangladesh,” he said in a message this evening. Expressing…
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Election Commission (EC) for announcing the schedule of the 13th National Parliamentary Election and the referendum on the July National Charter (Constitutional Reform) Implementation Order 2025. “With the announcement of this schedule, Bangladesh’s democratic journey has crossed an important milestone. Following the historic mass uprising, the country is now advancing on a new path – this election and referendum will strengthen that trajectory, give priority to the will of the people, and further consolidate the foundation of a new Bangladesh,” he said in a message this evening. Expressing…
Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin said that the upcoming election is unique and historic turning point that will help restore genuine democratic practices In an address to the nation while announcing the election schedule this evening, the CEC said the polls offer a rare opportunity to demonstrate institutional capability and rebuild public confidence. He emphasized that the polls represent not only the restoration of genuine democratic practices but also a decisive step toward the much-needed reforms. “This election is significant for several reasons. First, it will restore true democratic processes while enabling decisions on essential reforms,” he said.…
Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Adviser Dr Asif Nazrul today stressed the importance of safeguarding the reforms already introduced by the interim government, saying the next course of advancement must be built on these achievements. “When we talk about reforms, a common frustration arises-what will happen when the next political government comes? Will these reforms simply disappear? Let me assure you-two things will not get lost. And these two elements create a very significant distinction between the past, the present, and the future,” he said while addressing a high-level event at Hotel InterContinental marking the International Human Rights Day. Identifying…
Information and Broadcasting Adviser Mahfuj Alam and LGRD Adviser Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain have submitted resignation letters to the Chief Adviser. “Information and Broadcasting Adviser Mahfuj Alam and LGRD and Youth and Sports Adviser Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain in-person submitted their resignation letters to Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus at the State Guest House Jamuna here around 5pm today,” Chief Adviser’s Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam told a briefing outside Jamuna this evening. The Chief Adviser received the resignation letters, he said, adding, the resignation will come into effect soon after the announcement of the election schedule for the upcoming general…
BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia is currently receiving advanced medical care in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of Evercare Hospital in the city, according to her personal physician and BNP standing committee member Dr. AZM Zahid Hossain. “Begum Zia is undergoing treatment in the ICU, where the highest level of care has been ensured. She is receiving all necessary medical support for a critically ill patient,” Dr. Zahid told reporters during a press briefing in front of the hospital on Wednesday evening. He urged the public not to be misled by rumors regarding her condition. “Khaleda…
