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প্রথম কার্যনির্বাহী সভায় সিনেটে পাঁচজন ছাত্র প্রতিনিধি ঠিক করল ডাকসু

প্রথম কার্যনির্বাহী সভায় সিনেটে পাঁচজন ছাত্র প্রতিনিধি ঠিক করল ডাকসু

ByDesk Reporter September 14, 2025
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Government Making Maximum Effort to Bring Back Sheikh Hasina and Kamal: Legal Adviser Professor Asif Nazrul, Legal, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Adviser, has stated that the interim government is making maximum efforts to bring back Sheikh Hasina and Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, who were sentenced to death for the brutal killings during the July uprising. Speaking at a briefing at the Foreign Service Academy in Dhaka on Thursday, he said, “The government is considering seeking assistance from the International Criminal Court to repatriate Sheikh Hasina and Kamal.” Professor Nazrul also mentioned that India has been urged to return the convicts properly. He added, “India should repatriate Hasina and respect the Bangladeshi people’s demand for justice.”

Government Making Maximum Effort to Bring Back Sheikh Hasina and Kamal: Legal Adviser

ByDesk Reporter November 20, 2025
Rickshaw Driver Sujon Files Nomination for Dhaka-8 Seat Jolied Rickshaw driver Mohammad Sujon, who gained attention in July, has collected the nomination form from the National Citizens’ Party (NCP) to contest the Dhaka-8 parliamentary seat. He received the form on Thursday (20 November) evening at the party’s temporary office. Speaking to reporters, Sujon said, “If some can enter parliament by misusing orphan funds or performing stage shows, why can’t I enter as a rickshaw driver?” Present at the event were NCP’s Chief Election Coordinator Nasiruddin Patwari and Senior Joint Secretary Dr. Tasnim Zara. In the Dhaka-8 constituency, BNP has nominated its Standing Committee member Mirza Abbas, while Jamaat has given the nomination to Advocate Helal Uddin. Additionally, Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of Inquilab Mancha, has announced his candidacy as an independent candidate.

Rickshaw Driver Sujon Files Nomination for Dhaka-8 Seat

ByDesk Reporter November 20, 2025
Application to File Case over Alleged Defamation of Tarique Rahman Dismissed The Dhaka Cyber Tribunal has dismissed an application seeking to file a case over alleged defamatory remarks made on Facebook about BNP’s acting chairman Tarique Rahman. Judge Mohammad Saidur Rahman Gazi issued the order on Thursday (20 November). Iltutmish Saudagar, joint general secretary of the Nationalist Lawyers’ Forum, submitted the application on Wednesday. After recording the complainant’s statement, the court set Thursday for delivering the order. State prosecutor Rafiqul Islam said the tribunal dismissed the application as the allegations did not fall under the Cyber Security Act. According to the complaint, Tarique Rahman said during a virtual rally on 12 November, “Given the current situation, ensuring the fair price of potatoes is more important than holding a referendum.” Following this, on 15 November, the accused, Shahin Mahmud, posted a comment from his verified Facebook account addressing Tarique Rahman: “If you had given farmers the 88 crore taka instead of buying a bulletproof car, they would have received a fair price for onions and potatoes.” The complaint claimed that the accused’s comment was false, reckless, and intentionally aimed at tarnishing Tarique Rahman’s political dignity, honour, patriotism, and foresight. It also stated that no bulletproof car had been purchased for 88 crore taka. The application claimed offences under Sections 23(2), 25(1), 27(1), and 27(2) of the Cyber Security Act 2025. However, the tribunal rejected the application, ruling that the allegations were not legally admissible.

Application to File Case over Alleged Defamation of Tarique Rahman Dismissed

ByDesk Reporter November 20, 2025
Why India Won’t Extradite Sheikh Hasina: Al-Jazeera Analysis In a case over crimes against humanity during the July uprising, the International Crimes Tribunal sentenced ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal to death. Former Police Inspector General Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun received five years in prison. On August 5, 2024, Sheikh Hasina resigned amid a student-led uprising and fled to India, where she is currently residing in New Delhi. Despite the death sentence, India has not extradited her. Al-Jazeera reports that it is “virtually impossible” for the Indian government to send Hasina back to face execution. Political analysts in India argue that forcing her return could inadvertently legitimize “anti-India forces” in Bangladesh. During her tenure (1996–2001, 2009–2024), Hasina oversaw significant economic growth in Bangladesh. However, opposition groups allege human rights violations, including suppression of political opponents and extrajudicial killings. In July 2024, student protests demanding reform led to her resignation and flight to India. Former Indian High Commissioner Pinak Ranjan Chakravarty stated, “Extraditing her would complicate bilateral relations. New Delhi has provided her safe refuge. She will not be returned to Bangladesh.” South Asian experts say that although Hasina remains politically significant for India, practical realities make extradition highly unlikely. Analysts suggest India focus on building ties with Bangladesh’s current government and drop the extradition agenda. In short, given political, diplomatic, and human rights considerations, India returning Sheikh Hasina is highly improbable, contributing to long-term tension between the two nations.

Why India Won’t Extradite Sheikh Hasina: Al-Jazeera Analysis

ByDesk Reporter November 19, 2025
### Key Programs in Dhaka Today Across the capital and the country, various government departments, agencies, political parties, and organizations hold different programs daily. These activities often cause road congestion, creating difficulties for commuters. Therefore, it is important to know the key programs happening today. Thursday (November 13), the notable programs are as follows: #### BNP * **12:00 PM**: BNP Secretary General **Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir** will meet with diplomats at the Gulshan Chairperson’s office. * **2:45 PM**: At Radisson Blu, the FSD-organized discussion titled *“National Parliament Election 2025: The Need for National Unity”* will feature BNP Secretary General as the chief speaker. * **5:00 PM**: Cultural program and discussion at Central Shaheed Minar on the occasion of November Revolution and Solidarity Day, with BNP Secretary General as the chief guest. * **10:00 AM**: Inauguration of video content at BNP Central Office in Nayapaltan for 7 November Revolution and Solidarity Day, with BNP Senior Joint Secretary **Advocate Ruhul Kabir Rizvi** as chief guest. #### NCP * **11:30 AM**: Discussion meeting on *“July Certificate: Farmers’ Deprivation and Justice Issues”* organized by National Farmers’ Force at NCP office in Banglamotor. Attendees include the party’s Secretary **Akhtar Hossain** and Chief Coordinator **Nasiruddin Patwari**. #### Foyez Ahmad Tayyab * **3:30 PM**: Closing ceremony of training under *“Citizen Services Bangladesh”* at the Dak Bhaban Auditorium, Agargaon. Attendees include Principal Adviser’s Special Assistant **Foyez Ahmad Tayyab** and Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology **Shish Haider Chowdhury**. #### Chhatra Shibir * **7:00 AM**: Protest march from Dhaka College to Raju Sculpture. The march demands justice for all genocides including July, asserts the legal basis of the July Certificate, and protests sabotage by the banned Awami League. #### International Fidaye Millat * **10:00 AM**: *International Fidaye Millat Conference* at the Freedom Fighters’ Memorial Hall, Diploma Engineers Institution, Kakrail. The discussion focuses on the life and works of former president of Jamiat Ulema Hind (India), the world-renowned seminary **Darul Uloom Deoband**, and former chief patron of India, **Amirul Hind**, **Hazrat Maulana Syed Asad Madani** (R). * Chief Guest: President of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Pakistan **Hazrat Maulana Fazlur Rahman**. * Special Guests: President of Jamiat Ulema Hind India **Maulana Syed Mahmud Madani**, President of Jamiat Ulema Nepal **Maulana Khalid Siddiqui**, Amir of Hefazat-e-Islam Bangladesh **Maulana Mahibbullah Babunagari**, and President of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Bangladesh **Maulana Ubaidullah Faruq**.

Key Programs in Dhaka Today

ByDesk Reporter November 13, 2025
Election on February 5 or 12: Possibility of Holding Parliamentary Election and Referendum Together

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বৃষ্টি উপেক্ষা করে প্রচার শুরু, প্রার্থীদের ছোটাছুটিতে উৎসবমুখর ক্যাম্পাস

বৃষ্টি উপেক্ষা করে প্রচার শুরু, প্রার্থীদের ছোটাছুটিতে উৎসবমুখর ক্যাম্পাস

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জুলাই গণ-অভ্যুত্থানে আশুলিয়ায় লাশ পোড়ানোর মামলায় সাক্ষ্য দিলেন দুজন

জুলাই গণ-অভ্যুত্থানে আশুলিয়ায় লাশ পোড়ানোর মামলায় সাক্ষ্য দিলেন দুজন

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জিপিএইচ ইস্পাত ও বুয়েটের ‘রাইজ’ চুক্তি সই, কাজ করবে মেধাস্বত্ব নিয়ে

জিপিএইচ ইস্পাত ও বুয়েটের ‘রাইজ’ চুক্তি সই, কাজ করবে মেধাস্বত্ব নিয়ে

ByDesk Reporter September 15, 2025
কুমিল্লা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের শিক্ষার্থী ও তাঁর মাকে হত্যার বিচারের দাবিতে মানববন্ধন

কুমিল্লা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের শিক্ষার্থী ও তাঁর মাকে হত্যার বিচারের দাবিতে মানববন্ধন

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ম্যাচ শেষে হাত না মেলানো: ভারতের ব্যাখ্যা, পাকিস্তানের প্রতিবাদ

ByDesk Reporter September 15, 2025
জাকসুর কোন পদে কারা জয়ী হলেন

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ByDesk Reporter September 14, 2025
প্রথম কার্যনির্বাহী সভায় সিনেটে পাঁচজন ছাত্র প্রতিনিধি ঠিক করল ডাকসু

প্রথম কার্যনির্বাহী সভায় সিনেটে পাঁচজন ছাত্র প্রতিনিধি ঠিক করল ডাকসু

ByDesk Reporter September 14, 2025

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November 19, 2025
The two foreign companies awarded the responsibility to operate the...
Why India Won’t Extradite Sheikh Hasina: Al-Jazeera Analysis In a case over crimes against humanity during the July uprising, the International Crimes Tribunal sentenced ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and former Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal to death. Former Police Inspector General Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun received five years in prison. On August 5, 2024, Sheikh Hasina resigned amid a student-led uprising and fled to India, where she is currently residing in New Delhi. Despite the death sentence, India has not extradited her. Al-Jazeera reports that it is “virtually impossible” for the Indian government to send Hasina back to face execution. Political analysts in India argue that forcing her return could inadvertently legitimize “anti-India forces” in Bangladesh. During her tenure (1996–2001, 2009–2024), Hasina oversaw significant economic growth in Bangladesh. However, opposition groups allege human rights violations, including suppression of political opponents and extrajudicial killings. In July 2024, student protests demanding reform led to her resignation and flight to India. Former Indian High Commissioner Pinak Ranjan Chakravarty stated, “Extraditing her would complicate bilateral relations. New Delhi has provided her safe refuge. She will not be returned to Bangladesh.” South Asian experts say that although Hasina remains politically significant for India, practical realities make extradition highly unlikely. Analysts suggest India focus on building ties with Bangladesh’s current government and drop the extradition agenda. In short, given political, diplomatic, and human rights considerations, India returning Sheikh Hasina is highly improbable, contributing to long-term tension between the two nations.

Why India Won’t Extradite Sheikh Hasina: Al-Jazeera Analysis

November 19, 2025
In a case over crimes against humanity during the July...
Massive Fire at Gazipur Factory, 9 Units Controlling Blaze A fire broke out at the Standard Phoenix Coil Factory in Bagherbazar, Gazipur. The incident occurred on Wednesday (19 November) around 1:00 PM at the factory in the Sadar area. Nine units of the Fire Service are working to bring the fire under control.

Massive Fire at Gazipur Factory, 9 Units Controlling Blaze

November 19, 2025
A fire broke out at the Standard Phoenix Coil Factory...
‘OC Sayed and ASI Biswajit Set Six Bodies on Fire Using Petrol’ — State Witness Abzalul State witness and former police officer Sheikh Abzalul Haque has apologized to the International Crimes Tribunal for failing to prevent the brutal killing and burning of six youths in Ashulia during the July-August movement. He sought forgiveness on Wednesday (19 November) after giving his statement before Tribunal-2, led by retired district judge Md. Manjurul Basid. On the same day, Abzalul testified against former MP Saiful Islam and 15 other accused in a case involving the killing of seven people, including the burning of six bodies in Ashulia. Although he was not present during the burning itself, he said he learned of the incident on 15 August when he went to deposit his service weapon at the police station. According to his testimony, then Ashulia Police Station OC Sayed and ASI Biswajit poured petrol on the six bodies and set them on fire. Following his deposition, Abzalul asked the tribunal for forgiveness. Earlier, on 21 August, Tribunal-2 framed formal charges against the 16 accused and ordered the trial to begin. Seven of the eight accused present in court pleaded not guilty, while SI Abzalul admitted his involvement and applied to become a state witness. His confession was formally recorded, and he was granted permission to testify for the prosecution. After charges were framed, 14 September was set as the date for opening statements and recording witness testimonies. On that day, the tribunal rejected the accused’s discharge pleas and formally read out the charges. For the eight absconding accused, including former MP Saiful Islam, two state-appointed lawyers were assigned. The arrested accused include: former Additional SP (Crime & Ops) of Dhaka district Abdullahil Kafi, former Additional SP (Savar Circle) Shahidul Islam, Inspector Arafat Hossain, SI Malek, SI Arafat Uddin, ASI Kamrul Hasan, SI Abzalul, and Constable Mukul. A notice was published in newspapers instructing the fugitive accused to appear before the tribunal. On 2 July, the prosecution submitted formal charges along with 313 pages of documents, statements of 62 witnesses, 168 pages of evidence, and two pen drives. The tribunal accepted the charges and issued arrest warrants against the eight absconding accused. Notably, on 5 August 2023, six young men were shot dead by police in Ashulia. Their bodies were later placed in a police van and burned. One of the victims was reportedly still alive at the time but was also set on fire with petrol. Following the incident, a case was filed with the International Crimes Tribunal on 11 September on charges of crimes against humanity.

‘OC Sayed and ASI Biswajit Set Six Bodies on Fire Using Petrol’ — State Witness Abzalul

November 19, 2025
State witness and former police officer Sheikh Abzalul Haque has...
‘I Was Detained on an Adviser’s Instructions’ — Journalist Sohel Mizanur Rahman Sohel, Online Head of Dainik Bhorer Kagoj and Secretary of the Online Editors’ Alliance, has alleged that he was detained on the instructions of a government adviser. In a post from his verified Facebook account on Wednesday (19 November), Sohel said he was kept in DB custody for nearly 10 hours without any charges. He wrote that around midnight on Tuesday, 5–6 DB officers forcibly picked him up from his home, saying the DB chief wanted to speak with him. At the DB office, his name was entered as an accused, and he was kept in a cell with other detainees—yet no one could explain why he had been arrested. Sohel claimed that a government adviser ordered his detention to help only nine mobile phone traders establish a monopoly in the market. He added that Abu Saeed Piyas, Secretary of the Online Editors’ Alliance, was also detained and remains in DB custody. A press conference by Business Community Bangladesh (MBCB) on the National Equipment Identity Register (NEIR) was scheduled to be held on Wednesday at the DRU. Sohel was the media consultant for the event. According to him, the main intention behind his detention was to stop that press conference. In his post, he wrote that NEIR contradicts the country’s free-market policy and the objectives of the Competition Commission. He alleged that a deep conspiracy is underway to destroy the livelihoods of 25,000 mobile phone traders across the country for the benefit of only nine businessmen. This, he warned, would severely affect general people, especially rural consumers and expatriates. He also claimed that one of these nine businessmen is a school friend of the adviser involved. Sohel questioned, “Why does the government fear when someone speaks against a business syndicate? Did they really need to pick me up in the middle of the night just to stop a press conference?” He added that he believes he was released quickly because many colleagues, well-wishers, and friends raised their voices on social media and in the news after learning about his detention. Notably, Sohel was picked up from the New Badda area of the capital on Tuesday night.

‘I Was Detained on an Adviser’s Instructions’ — Journalist Sohel

November 19, 2025
Mizanur Rahman Sohel, Online Head of Dainik Bhorer Kagoj and...
Four University Student Unions Demand Dismissal of Teachers Supporting Hasina Following the death sentence verdict against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in the July–August people’s uprising human rights violation case, four central student unions—Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU), Rajshahi University Central Students’ Union (RUCSU), Jahangirnagar University Central Students’ Union (JUCSU), and Chittagong University Central Students’ Union (CUCSU)—have demanded the dismissal of teachers who expressed support for Hasina. The statement noted that while the International Crimes Tribunal’s verdict is a historic step toward justice, a declaration signed by “progressive teachers of Bangladesh public universities” and shared on social media, allegedly with 1,001 teachers’ signatures, has shocked and angered the public. In reality, only 659 teachers’ names appeared on the statement. The student leaders claimed that some teachers’ names were included without their consent. They urged university administrations to quickly investigate and identify all signatories. Teachers who supported Hasina, convicted of crimes against humanity, should be removed from their positions within the next 10 working days. The unions also called on students to boycott classes and exams conducted by these teachers and to oppose them socially and academically. The student unions stated they would continue to work with university administrations to ensure strict action is taken against the teachers involved.

Four University Student Unions Demand Dismissal of Teachers Supporting Hasina

November 18, 2025
Following the death sentence verdict against former Prime Minister Sheikh...
DU Deputy Registrar Muhammad Lavlu Mollah Sent to Jail Muhammad Lavlu Mollah, Deputy Registrar of Dhaka University (DU), has been sent to jail over allegations of financing a rally organized by the banned Awami League. On Tuesday, the investigating officer of the case, SI Alamin of Shahbagh Police Station, requested the court to keep Lavlu Mollah in custody. Dhaka Metropolitan Magistrate Masum Mia, after hearing the case, denied bail and ordered him to be sent to jail. According to the case details, on May 31 at around 6:30 a.m., members of the banned Awami League, Jubo League, Swechchhasebak League, and the prohibited Chhatra League held a rally in the Poribagh area of Shahbagh, chanting slogans against the interim government. Police intervened, and participants dispersed. The case was filed on June 1 by SI Kamal Uddin Mia of Shahbagh Police Station, with Lavlu Mollah named as an accused. Earlier, following the death sentence verdict against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in the July–August people’s uprising case, Lavlu Mollah posted a supportive photo card of her on social media. This post triggered unrest, leading DU students to gather outside his residence on Monday night, after which Shahbagh police detained him. Shahbagh Police OC Khalid Monsur stated that Lavlu Mollah’s post read: “Joy Bangla, Joy Bangabandhu, I don’t care.” The post created tension, prompting the university’s proctorial team and police to take him into custody at night. Police sources said earlier investigations revealed evidence of Lavlu Mollah’s involvement in financing the banned Chhatra League’s rally, leading to his arrest in this case.

DU Deputy Registrar Muhammad Lavlu Mollah Sent to Jail

November 18, 2025
Muhammad Lavlu Mollah, Deputy Registrar of Dhaka University (DU), has...
Bangladesh Bank to Suspend Certain Services at Motijheel Branch From next Sunday, Bangladesh Bank’s Motijheel branch will no longer provide five specific services: Sale of savings certificates Sale of prize bonds Exchange of torn or damaged notes E-challan related services Payment of broken notes against challans The announcement was made in a press release on Tuesday (November 18). Thursday will be the last day these services are available. The release noted that central banks worldwide do not provide such services directly to the public at counters. Considering security and its role as a Key Point Installation (KPI), Bangladesh Bank has decided to discontinue these customer-facing services. However, the bank will monitor commercial banks to ensure the public continues to receive these services smoothly. The move is part of Bangladesh Bank’s efforts to strengthen security and modernize its cash department. The Motijheel branch, located beneath the bank’s main headquarters, has been providing these services since 1985.

Bangladesh Bank to Suspend Certain Services at Motijheel Branch

November 18, 2025
From next Sunday, Bangladesh Bank’s Motijheel branch will no longer...
Port Protection Council Threatens Strong Action if Decision Not Withdrawn The Port Protection Council held a torch rally in protest against handing over the New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT) and Chittagong Container Terminal (CCT) to foreign companies. They warned that if the decision is not withdrawn within 40 hours, a press conference will be held on November 20 to announce a tough action plan. The rally took place on Tuesday (November 18) evening along the Port Connecting Road in the city’s Boro Pol area. Workers raised slogans such as, “My port, my mother; we won’t give it to foreigners,” “We fight to survive,” and “DP World go back.” At the subsequent gathering, Hasan Maruf Rumi, a member of the Political Council of the People’s Solidarity Movement, addressed the crowd. He said the Chittagong port was built with taxpayers’ money, yet there is a conspiracy to hand over profitable terminals to foreign companies under the guise of development. A recent report shows that the port’s revenue has increased by 21 percent. He emphasized that foreign trainers can be brought in to improve efficiency, but the government has no right to lease the country’s assets under the pretext of efficiency. Rumi also stated that although an interim government was formed for justice, reform, and elections, no real reform has been seen. Handing over NCT and CCT to foreigners would ignite protests across Chittagong and the country. Any contract against national interest will not be accepted by the people. Speakers added that NCT and CCT are self-sufficient and profitable terminals that do not require foreign investment. Leasing such terminals abroad would result in the country’s dollars leaving the economy. While foreign investment in Bay Terminal is acceptable, NCT and CCT should never be handed over to foreign companies. They warned that if the decision is not withdrawn, a strict action plan will be announced at a press conference on November 20.

Port Protection Council Threatens Strong Action if Decision Not Withdrawn

November 18, 2025
The Port Protection Council held a torch rally in protest...

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