The interim government has called for special prayers across the country seeking speedy recovery of three-time former Prime Minister, wife of Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman, and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia. The government urged all mosques across the country to hold special dua after Jummah prayers tomorrow, said the Chief Adviser’s Press Wing this morning. In addition, temples, churches, pagodas and all other places of worship have been requested to hold prayers according to their respective religious traditions and practices. The government also urged the people from all walks of life to pray from their respective places for Begum Khaleda…
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An earthquake of 4.1 magnitude has hit in Dhaka, and parts of the country. The quake was felt at 6:14am today. The epicentre was in Shibpur, Narsingdi, said Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD).
High-stakes US-Russia talks on ending the war in Ukraine failed to yield a breakthrough on Tuesday, as the Kremlin said “no compromise” had been found yet on the key question of territory. Russian President Vladimir Putin met US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner and special envoy Steve Witkoff in the Kremlin, after earlier signalling that his forces were ready to fight on to achieve Russia’s initial war goals. The meeting is a crucial moment for Ukraine in what could be a fraught week following days of frantic diplomacy. At the heart of it is a US plan to bring…
Specialist physician Dr. Richard Beale from the United Kingdom has arrived in Dhaka to provide medical assistance to BNP Chairperson and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia. He arrived at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport today at 10:20 am, according to BNP media cell member Shayrul Kabir Khan. Upon arriving in Dhaka, Dr. Richard Beale proceeded to Evercare Hospital in the capital where Khaleda Zia is currently undergoing treatment in the Coronary Care Unit (CCU). Shayrul Kabir mentioned that it is expected that new directions will be found for Begum Khaleda Zia’s treatment with the participation of the foreign specialist medical…
Election Commissioner Brig Gen Abul Fazal Md. Sanaullah (retd) today said that the upcoming 13th Jatiyo Sangsad Election will mark the beginning of defining the democratic trajectory of future Bangladesh. “We are moving toward an election in a changed context. This election is going to play a very significant role in the history of independent Bangladesh. The outline of what we want our future independent Bangladesh to look like, and what path our democratic journey will take, will begin to take shape in the coming month of February,” he said. The Election Commissioner made the remarks while speaking as the…
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has lauded the enduring contributions of Bangladesh Armed Forces to national security, development and nation building activities. Recalling the forces’ support to citizens during any crisis he called them for playing a historical role in the upcoming national polls and referendum in February next. “I am proud to notice the progress of the armed forces and their enduring contributions to our national security, development and national building activities. Your commitment to safeguarding our nation has been exemplary,” he said. The Chief Adviser made the remarks while addressing the graduation ceremony of the National Defence Course…
Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) President Chang Won-sam called on Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus at the State Guest House Jamuna here today. During the meeting, the two sides discussed enhancing development cooperation, investment, skills training and support for Bangladesh’s smooth graduation from LDC status, said Chief Adviser’s Press Wing this evening. “It’s truly great for me to visit this country again. I convey the warm greetings from the President,” said KOICA President Chang Won-sam. He reaffirmed KOICA’s political and developmental support for the interim government of Bangladesh and its ongoing reform initiatives. Prof Yunus welcomed Chang Won-sam at the…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Monday he expected to discuss “key issues” with Donald Trump as the American-led push to end Russia’s war on Ukraine accelerated, with the US president’s envoy heading to Moscow. Ukraine’s negotiator Rustem Umerov said “significant progress” had been achieved in two days of talks with US officials on Trump’s plan to end the war, even though more work was needed on “challenging” issues. The comments came as US envoy Steve Witkoff was due to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Tuesday, the latest in a flurry of diplomacy to halt the conflict. Zelensky…
The government has launched an extensive security and operational preparation plan ahead of the upcoming general election, with Home Adviser Lieutenant General (Retd.) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury affirming the administration’s commitment to delivering a free, fair, and peaceful national poll. The adviser told BSS that the government is “trying its best to deliver a good election to the nation,” stressing that cooperation from the media and all stakeholders will be crucial. He reiterated that there would be “no problem” in holding the election, scheduled for February, if all agencies worked in coordination. Around nine lakh law enforcers to be deployed:…
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has expressed deep gratitude to the countrymen, saying the united support of the people has become a powerful source of strength and inspiration for Zia family during this difficult time. In a post on his verified facebook page this morning, he wrote: “I want to take a moment, on behalf of the Zia family and BNP, to give our most profound thanks for the remarkable outpouring of support for Begum Khaleda Zia’s recovery.” He went on saying, “The widespread expressions of concern from leaders, diplomats, and friends across the world, as well…
