Category: Politics
‘Cyber Security Act used as a political tool’: Adviser Nahid
Md Nahid Islam, adviser on Posts, Telecommunications, and Information Technology, said on Thursday that the Cyber Security Act has largely been used as a political instrument.
He made the remark during a discussion on amending the “Cyber Security Act…
Fakhrul seeks a new constitution, accuses AL of damaging it
BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir thinks that the current constitution of the country should be rewritten, as the Awami League government has damaged it through various amendments, including the incorporation of certain unchangeable ar…
Govt reaffirms press freedom, seeks responsibility
The government on Thursday reiterated that it believes in press freedom but expects responsible journalism from all that can help the country move ahead making the government accountable with constructive criticism.
‘We believe in freedom of press. W…
Bangladesh signs landmark tripartite deal with India and Nepal to import 40 MW electricity
Bangladesh has signed a landmark tripartite agreement with India and Nepal to import 40 MW of electricity from Nepal, marking a significant step in regional energy cooperation.
Under the agreement, Bangladesh will receive 40 MW of electricity from Ne…
Interim govt faces challenges in restoring administrative discipline
Bangladesh’s interim government is facing an uphill task in restoring administrative discipline, two months after assuming office, official sources said.
They said stability has yet to be restored within the bureaucratic framework despite ongoing eff…
BNP reiterates call for fair elections to ensure democratic Bangladesh
BNP senior secretary general Ruhul Kabir Rizvi on Thursday asked the interim government to arrange a free and fair election soon by completing the necessary reform tasks for the sake of building a new and democratic Bangladesh as per the aspirations o…
BNP to join talks with govt Saturday
The BNP will participate in the new phase of talks initiated by the Prof Muhammad Yunus-led interim government on Saturday to discuss reform issues and the current political situation.
BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir will lead a par…
Bangladesh steps up repatriation of sentenced citizens from Maldives, Qatar
The Council of Advisers, chaired by Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus, on Thursday approved the draft on an agreement between the governments of the Maldives and Bangladesh on ‘transfer of prisoners’.
The Council of Advisers also in principle approve…