Tuesday, 28 October 2025
The Dhaka News

The family of the deceased will receive 5 lakhs, and the family will be given jobs to keep them working

Road and Rail Advisor Fawzul Kabir Khan said that the family of the person who was killed when the bearing pad of the Metrorail came off will be given an initial compensation of Tk 5 lakh. In addition, if there is an able-bodied member in his family, he will be provided with a job in the Metrorail.He said this after visiting the accident site on Sunday (October 26) afternoon.He said that the Metrorail will take over all the responsibilities of the family of the deceased. Initially, the family of the deceased will be given a compensation of Tk 5 lakh. Later, if there is an able-bodied member in the family of the deceased, he will be given a job in the Metrorail. I will visit the injured in the hospital later and take necessary measures for their treatment.He also said that a 5-member investigation committee has been formed into the accident with Bridges Division Secretary Mohammad Abdur Rouf as the convener. The committee will submit its investigation report within the next two weeks.A young man named Abul Kalam was killed when a bearing pad of the Metrorail came off in the capital's Farmgate area. The accident occurred around 12:30 pm. It is reported that the deceased's home is in Isharpati village of Naria upazila of Shariatpur.
26 October 2025

Chief Advisor's Saudi visit canceled

Principal Advisor Dr. Muhammad Yunus' upcoming visit to Saudi Arabia has been canceled. He was scheduled to attend the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Nine conference to be held in Riyadh at the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. The conference will be held from October 27 to 30.However, instead of Dr. Yunus, the Bangladesh delegation will be led by the Principal Advisor's Special Envoy for International Affairs Dr. Lutfe Siddiqui. This information has been confirmed by the Principal Advisor's office and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.Officials said that the decision to visit Saudi Arabia by the Principal Advisor has been canceled due to the ongoing political situation in the country, especially the implementation process of the July Charter and the preparations for the upcoming elections.
24 October 2025

Government considering using drones to monitor parliamentary elections

The Chief Advisor's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam said that the government is planning to provide body cameras to the police on duty in the next national elections, install CCTVs at polling stations and use drones. The legal aspects of this are being examined.He said these things at a press conference organized at the Foreign Service Academy on Bailey Road in the capital on Thursday (October 23) afternoon.The Press Secretary said that this morning in the capital's Tejgaon, under the chairmanship of the Chief Advisor to the Interim Government, Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, the meeting of the Advisory Council was held in detail during the discussion on the preparations for the upcoming elections.In another context, he said that it has been decided to establish a new consulate office of Bangladesh in Detroit, Michigan, USA. The Chief Advisor said that the entire work should have an online service. Its capacity should be available with the opening of the consulate. He has given instructions in this regard.
23 October 2025
'The role of the police is important in ensuring fair and impartial elections'

'The role of the police is important in ensuring fair and impartial elections'

Home Affairs Advisor Lieutenant General Mohammad Jahangir Alam Chowdhury (retd.) said that the role of the police is very important in making the next national election free, fair and impartial. The police have the responsibility to fulfill the expectations of all quarters, including the people of the country and political parties. Everyone hopes that the police will set a standard in the next national election, which will be appreciated not only in the country but also at the international level. The government is working towards this goal.He said these things as the chief guest at a special crime review meeting at the 'Hall of Pride' conference room at the Police Headquarters in the capital Dhaka on Monday (October 27) morning.The Home Affairs Advisor said that the implementation of the law is established not only with force, but also with justice, integrity and humanity.Addressing the police, the advisor said that in the election field, you are not only the guardians of law and order; you are a symbol of protecting the security, trust and democratic rights of the people.Jahangir Alam Chowdhury said that mutual discussions and dialogue have started between political parties surrounding the upcoming elections. In this case, no police member should support any political party, give or accept special benefits, and consider themselves to be political activists.The advisor said that the police have a list of fascists. They are directly involved in creating unrest in the society and the state. Moreover, many criminals are released on bail and are committing crimes again. Arrests should be increased to prevent fascist misdeeds, propaganda, apolitical politics, crimes, and sudden processions. However, innocent people should not be harassed.Calling on senior police officers, the Home Affairs Advisor said that steps should be taken to increase the professionalism, team spirit, discipline, and morale of subordinate police officers and troops. Strict administrative and legal action should be taken against those who lack professionalism, lack discipline, do not want to obey commands, and show disrespect to the government and the state.The advisor said that core committee meetings should be convened frequently at the district level. Political harassment cases should be withdrawn quickly and false cases should be disposed of at the earliest. The Special Branch of the police should be made more active and all the issues of the district should be kept at the fingertips.In the crime review meeting, the advisor answered various questions of DIGs of different ranges, Metropolitan Police Commissioners and District Superintendents of Police and gave necessary suggestions.
16 hrs ago
National

National

'The role of the police is important in ensuring fair and impartial elections'

'The role of the police is important in ensuring fair and impartial elections'

Home Affairs Advisor Lieutenant General Mohammad Jahangir Alam Chowdhury (retd.) said that the role of the police is very important in making the next national election free, fair and impartial. The police have the responsibility to fulfill the expectations of all quarters, including the people of the country and political parties. Everyone hopes that the police will set a standard in the next national election, which will be appreciated not only in the country but also at the international level. The government is working towards this goal.He said these things as the chief guest at a special crime review meeting at the 'Hall of Pride' conference room at the Police Headquarters in the capital Dhaka on Monday (October 27) morning.The Home Affairs Advisor said that the implementation of the law is established not only with force, but also with justice, integrity and humanity.Addressing the police, the advisor said that in the election field, you are not only the guardians of law and order; you are a symbol of protecting the security, trust and democratic rights of the people.Jahangir Alam Chowdhury said that mutual discussions and dialogue have started between political parties surrounding the upcoming elections. In this case, no police member should support any political party, give or accept special benefits, and consider themselves to be political activists.The advisor said that the police have a list of fascists. They are directly involved in creating unrest in the society and the state. Moreover, many criminals are released on bail and are committing crimes again. Arrests should be increased to prevent fascist misdeeds, propaganda, apolitical politics, crimes, and sudden processions. However, innocent people should not be harassed.Calling on senior police officers, the Home Affairs Advisor said that steps should be taken to increase the professionalism, team spirit, discipline, and morale of subordinate police officers and troops. Strict administrative and legal action should be taken against those who lack professionalism, lack discipline, do not want to obey commands, and show disrespect to the government and the state.The advisor said that core committee meetings should be convened frequently at the district level. Political harassment cases should be withdrawn quickly and false cases should be disposed of at the earliest. The Special Branch of the police should be made more active and all the issues of the district should be kept at the fingertips.In the crime review meeting, the advisor answered various questions of DIGs of different ranges, Metropolitan Police Commissioners and District Superintendents of Police and gave necessary suggestions.
16 hrs ago
International

International

Israeli parliament passes West Bank annexation bill

Israeli parliament passes West Bank annexation bill

A bill to formally annex the occupied West Bank has passed its first stage in the Israeli parliament. If the bill is passed in full, the Palestinian territory will be annexed by Israel and Israeli sovereignty will be implemented there.However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu himself has opposed the proposal. Al Jazeera reported this information in a report on Thursday (October 23).The media outlet says that the Israeli parliament, the Knesset, has given initial approval to a controversial bill to impose Israeli sovereignty over the occupied West Bank. This is effectively tantamount to annexation of Palestinian territory and a clear violation of international law.The bill was initially passed by the 120-seat Knesset on Tuesday by a vote of 25-24. It will need to be approved in three more stages of voting to become law. Prime Minister Netanyahu and his Likud party opposed the bill, but some coalition and opposition MPs supported it.The bill aims to “apply the sovereignty of the State of Israel to the territories of Judea and Samaria (the West Bank),” the Knesset said in a statement. It will now be sent to the parliament’s Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee for further discussion.The vote comes a month after US President Donald Trump announced that Israel would not be allowed to annex the West Bank. US Vice President JD Vance is also visiting Israel at the same time to maintain the ceasefire in Gaza.Netanyahu’s Likud party, meanwhile, called the vote “provocation by the opposition” in a statement, saying it could damage Israel’s relations with the US. The statement added that “real sovereignty can be achieved not by pretending to show off the law, but through real action.”Essentially, annexing the West Bank to Israel would effectively end the possibility of a two-state solution for Palestine and Israel.On the other hand, the Palestinian Foreign Ministry, Hamas, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Jordan have reacted strongly to the vote. The Palestinian Foreign Ministry said in a statement, “We strongly reject the Knesset’s attempt to annex Palestinian lands. The West Bank, East Jerusalem and Gaza are single geographical units over which Israel has no sovereign rights.”Hamas said in a statement, “These bills clearly demonstrate the colonialist nature of the occupying power. This attempt to annex the West Bank is illegal and unacceptable.” Qatar described it as “a clear violation of the historical rights of the Palestinians and a challenge to international law.”The Saudi Foreign Ministry said, “Riyadh strongly rejects all settlement and expansionist activities by the Israeli occupation forces.” Jordan said, “This move is a clear violation of international law, an obstacle to the two-state solution and an interference with the fundamental right of the Palestinian people to self-determination and the establishment of an independent state.”More than 700,000 Israelis currently live in illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem. These settlements are declared illegal under international law.
23 October 2025
Campus

Campus

Free the National University from Neglect and Undervaluation

Free the National University from Neglect and Undervaluation

By Tanjid ShuvroStudent, Department of Botany, Bhawal Badre Alam Government College, GazipurNational University (NU) stands as the largest seat of higher education in Bangladesh—its reach spreads across the map of the entire nation. More than 3.5 million students are currently pursuing their studies under its umbrella, across 2,257 affiliated colleges, playing a vital role in ensuring higher education for nearly 70 percent of the country’s students.Established on October 21, 1992, at Board Bazar in Gazipur, the university carries the emotions, hopes, and pride of countless students across the country. It offers four-year undergraduate (honours), three-year pass courses, professional honours programs, and one-year postgraduate degrees, along with opportunities for MPhil and PhD research.The National University was founded with the vision of making higher education accessible to the masses, and it has lived up to that commitment. Yet, despite being the largest university by enrollment, it continues to face systemic neglect and underappreciation. Students have long voiced frustrations over issues like exam paper evaluation delays, insufficient classes, lack of practical sessions, poor attendance, unorganized in-course assessments, and the absence of convocations. Even after three decades of establishment, many of these problems remain unresolved.In recent times, NU has made commendable progress in certain areas. The university has worked to overcome server complications in result publication, and has emphasized 75% class attendance for students across affiliated colleges. During the COVID-19 pandemic, NU introduced online classes, turning recorded lectures into valuable digital resources. It has also launched an e-library, giving students and teachers nationwide access to important books and academic journals. Official email IDs have been assigned to all students, teachers, and staff under the university domain, and ICT courses have been added to the curriculum to meet modern demands.However, the lack of classroom engagement still plagues many colleges. Some even perceive NU as a last resort for those who wish to avoid regular classes—a perception both unfair and damaging. A shortage of teachers, inadequate facilities, and weak practical instruction undermine the goal of producing skilled graduates. In an age of global competition, theoretical knowledge alone cannot build competent human resources. Therefore, the university must ensure adequate practical training, fieldwork supervision, and real-world learning opportunities beyond mere report submission.The disparity in higher education expenditure also reveals deep inequality. According to 2022 data, while some universities spend hundreds of thousands of taka per student annually, the expenditure at National University remains below Tk 1,000 per student—nearly a hundredfold difference. This gap not only reflects financial inequality but also highlights disparities in educational quality and opportunity. Increasing the budget and ensuring educational excellence are now matters of urgency.Many still view this autonomous institution through a lens of condescension, causing even its own students to feel inferior about their affiliation. Most students and teachers remain unaware of NU Day on October 21, which should have been a source of pride. Ironically, National University’s students themselves often underestimate the value of their own institution more than outsiders do.Although the university is affiliated with the University Grants Commission (UGC) like other public universities, it is often unfairly separated in discussions and ceremonies. Yet, NU maintains one of the most transparent examination systems in the country—students sit for their exams at different colleges, much like a board examination, with attendance tracked via digital scanning linked directly to NU servers.Admission procedures, too, have evolved. After years of GPA-based enrollment, NU has reinstated entrance exams this year for honours first-year students, adding more academic rigour. Nonetheless, the stereotype persists that NU students are “less meritorious,” an attitude that must change if merit is to be judged fairly and inclusively.For any student, convocation marks one of the most cherished milestones in university life—the black gown, the hood, and the symbolic cap tossed into the air represent years of dedication and achievement. But for National University graduates, this moment remains largely a distant dream.The university held its first convocation on January 17, 2017, in Dhaka. A second one was planned for 2020 but was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Years have since passed, yet no final decision has been made regarding the next convocation. The current vice-chancellor has assured students of its arrangement in response to their long-standing demand, but the promise remains pending.Let National University be freed from the shackles of neglect and undervaluation. Let its glory spread across the country like that of other universities. May the institution fulfill its founding purpose—to build skilled, enlightened citizens for the nation’s future.
21 October 2025
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Cricket

Cricket

Bangladesh clinch the series with a huge win

Bangladesh clinch the series with a huge win

Bangladesh took the lead in the series by winning the first ODI. The Tigers lost the next match in the Super Over. However, in the third match, they performed brilliantly against the West Indies and won by a huge 179 runs. With this victory, the hosts won the series 2-1.After winning the toss in Mirpur, Bangladesh elected to bat first and scored 296 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in the allotted 50 overs. Soumya scored the highest score of 91 runs for the team. Saif also scored 80 runs. In reply, the West Indies scored 117 runs in 30 overs, losing all their wickets in one ball.Bangladesh went on a spin attack at both ends from the start today. Despite having a big target ahead, the two Caribbean openers played cautiously. Bangladesh had to wait until the fifth over to break the partnership. Nasum gave Bangladesh the first breakthrough by trapping Alik Athanase in the leg-before trap.Nasum returned to his next over and found a wicket again. This time, the left-arm spinner's victim was Akim August. This top order batsman could not open the run book after playing three balls.Brendan King was trying to come out of the shell. Before he could settle down, Nasum also returned this opener. He was bowled for 18 runs off 17 balls.Shai Hope is one of the main pillars of the West Indies middle order. He single-handedly ensured the team's victory in the last match. Tanvir Islam dismissed this experienced batsman. He scored only 4 runs off 16 balls. Like Hope, Sharefane Rutherford also failed to bat. After scoring 12 runs, he was caught by Miraz off Rishad.After collapsing in the batting order at the beginning, the Caribbeans could not turn around. Towards the end, Justin Graves-Akil Hossain tried to reduce the margin of defeat. Akil, who came out at number 10, scored 27 runs from the bat. Which is the highest collection by any batsman in an innings.Nasum Ahmed and Rishad Hossain took 3 wickets each for Bangladesh. Miraj and Tanvir also took two wickets each.Earlier, Saif gave a good start by hitting two fours in the first over of the innings. Then Soumya Sarkar also appeared aggressively. The opening pair reached fifty in just 46 balls. Seeing that the spin was not working, Caribbean captain Shai Hope handed the ball to pace bowling all-rounder Justin Graves in the tenth over. However, this pacer could not take advantage either.Soumya touched his personal fifty in 48 balls with great batting. This is his 14th fifty in ODIs, and his sixth against the West Indies. After Soumya, another opener, Saif, also reached the same milestone. He played only 44 balls. This is his first fifty in ODIs.Both openers were running towards centuries in a whirlwind batting. They seemed quite lively. But Bangladesh stumbled for the first time in the 26th over of the innings. Saif Hasan was caught by Justin Greaves at long on while hitting Roston Chase for a six on the second ball of the over. Bangladesh lost their first wicket after 176 runs. The opener returned to the dressing room after making 80 runs off 72 balls with 6 sixes.Another opener, Soumya Sarkar, was on the verge of a century. He too was eventually caught out. He batted 91 runs off 86 balls.After the departure of the two openers, the pace of runs slowed down a lot. Towhid Hridoy and Nazmul Hossain Shanto played several dot balls. Bangladesh came under pressure. Hridoy was out while playing a big shot to reduce the pressure. 28 runs came off his bat in 44 balls. Then Shanto returned before fifty. He scored 44 runs in 55 balls.Mahidul Islam Ankon, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed failed in the middle order. Rishad, who batted well in the previous two matches, was promoted to six. However, this time he scored only 3 runs in 6 balls.Nurul Hasan gave a good finish at the end. He scored 16 runs unbeaten in 8 balls. Apart from that, Miraj scored 17 runs in 17 balls.
23 October 2025
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Nationwide

Nationwide

Clashes between Daffodil and City University students

Clashes between Daffodil and City University students

A clash broke out between students of Daffodil International University and City University over a trivial incident in Savar. Several students were injured in the clash.The clash took place in the Khagan area of ​​Birulia Union in Savar on Sunday (October 26) night. However, the police could not immediately confirm the names of the injured.Eyewitnesses said that in the evening, a City University student spat on a Daffodil student from a motorcycle in front of Bachelor Paradise. As a result, an argument started between students of both universities. Later, around 9 pm, about 40-50 students of City University attacked and vandalized a house of Daffodil students with country-made weapons and bricks.When the video of the incident went viral on social media, more than 1,000 students of Daffodil International University gathered at the spot. When the agitated students tried to move towards City University, the university's proctoral team and police requested them to remain calm. Later, at the request of the proctor and law enforcement, the students took up positions in front of Bachelor Paradise. Meanwhile, the attacking students from City University dispersed and fled.
10 hrs ago
Economy

Economy

I have to leave after February, I want to do something for people

I have to leave after February, I want to do something for people

We have to leave after February, but before that, we want to do something for the people of the country, said the interim government's financial advisor Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed.He said these things at the Tax Representative Management System (TRMS) software inauguration ceremony at the National Board of Revenue's multipurpose hall on Sunday (September 14) morning. NBR Chairman Abdur Rahman Khan presided over the event.Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed said, I asked the NBR Chairman whether we will be able to see the benefits? Because, we have to leave after February, should we see some before that? The chief advisor often tells me, we contribute something. Contribution means a lot outside, this is that... many people don't even see it with their eyes. Even if they do, nothing is happening. Today I saw in some newspaper... I won't mention the name, it says despair everywhere, it seems he doesn't see any hope. I don't know if he does.He also said, so we want to do something for the people. Because, the next government will take some time to understand. And there is also a matter of goodwill. If we can show a ray of hope in Bangladesh at least to some extent, that will be our goal.The advisor said to tax lawyers, there is a lot of harassment in the service sector. So many people are fooled. I myself often… sometimes I say… Hey, don't give it. I tell the driver to tell me to get a driving license, don't delay. So that people can get rid of these. Do a little service. People want service. No one is stingy in paying for good service.Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed, praising everyone for the entire TRMS process being in the country, said that the habit of hiring foreign organizations for these tasks has become more common. Those who come from outside try to sell their country's equipment.Stating that such activities are beneficial for everyone, he said that it is beneficial for those who will collect taxes, not only at the individual level or company level. How many types of papers do you have to write when collecting. But later, many thank yous are given.NBR Chairman Md. Abdur Rahman Khan said that from next year, corporate tax filing will be made completely online. Tax apps will be developed this year itself. If the tax collection process is digitized, it will be possible to automate audit selection and audit process.Bangladesh Tax Lawyers Association President Advocate Ramiz Uddin Ahmed, Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Bangladesh (ICMAB) President Mahtab Uddin and Institute of Chartered Secretaries of Bangladesh President M Nasimul Hai were present as special guests at the event.
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