Wednesday, 08 July 2026
The Dhaka News

Boro Kuthi to be handed over to Rajshahi University: Minu

Land Minister Mizanur Rahman Minu today announced a grant of Tk 10 lakh for the development of Rajshahi University (RU) and assured that Boro Kuthi, the birthplace of the university, would be handed over to the institution.He was addressing a discussion marking the university's 73rd founding anniversary as the chief guest.Announcing the financial assistance, the minister said, "In the name of my father, Faiz Rahman, I will donate Tk 10 lakh for the development of Rajshahi University within a week."Minu said Rajshahi University had played an undeniable role in the country's anti-fascist movement and democratic struggles."Many graduates of this university are now serving with distinction across the world. I pay my respects to the late Madar Bakhsh, who made the greatest contribution to the establishment of the university. I also express my gratitude to all those who contributed to its founding," he said.The minister said the university's Vice-Chancellor had placed several demands before him, reiterating his longstanding support for the institution."I have always been a well-wisher of Rajshahi University. President Ziaur Rahman and former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia visited this university and made significant contributions to the welfare of its students," he said.Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and the Education Minister were also committed to the development of Rajshahi University, he added."I hope all existing challenges, including those related to residential halls and academic buildings, will be resolved soon. I will place these issues before the Prime Minister at the earliest opportunity," he said.Referring to the university's upcoming milestone, the minister said, "The university will celebrate its 75th founding anniversary in two years. I will invite Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to attend the event and I hope he will be present."He also said the Vice-Chancellor had requested government intervention to reclaim Boro Kuthi for the university."I will place this matter, along with the issues concerning the university's halls, academic buildings and other development needs, before the Prime Minister," he added.Among others, former Vice-Chancellor Professor Faisul Islam Faruqi, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Administration) Professor Abdul Alim, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Education) Professor Mamunur Rashid, MP Shafiqul Haque Milon, Rajshahi City Corporation Administrator Mahfuzur Rahman Riton, university teachers, officials, staff, students and invited guests attended the programme.
6 July 2026

Modern Infrastructure Vital for Fast Public Services, Says State Minister

Delivering fast, transparent, and reliable government services requires modern administrative infrastructure, State Minister for Information and Broadcasting Yasser Khan Choudhury said today.Speaking at the inauguration of the newly expanded administrative building and hall room at the Fulbaria Upazila Parishad, Choudhury stated that the government is continuously working to strengthen administrative capacity at the upazila level to ensure better public service delivery across the country.According to the Local Government Engineering Department (LGED), construction on the extended facility began in January 2024 and was completed at a cost of Tk 8.07 crore.Following the inauguration, the state minister planted several saplings on the complex grounds. He used the occasion to highlight Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s nationwide initiative to plant 25 crore trees over the next five years, urging local residents and institutions to participate in the effort to maintain Bangladesh's environmental balance.The event was attended by local government officials and political figures, including Members of Parliament Nilofar Chowdhury Moni and Kamrul Hasan Milon, Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Shahidul Islam Sohag, and Fulbaria Upazila BNP Convener Aktarul Alam Faruk, along with other local representatives.
5 July 2026

Trump Says He Was Surprised to See Iranians Mourning Khamenei

U.S President Donald Trump has said he was surprised by the massive public mourning for Iran’s late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, admitting that he had believed many Iranians disliked him. Trump’s remarks came after he observed the funeral ceremonies held in Tehran, where large crowds gathered to pay their final respects.  Speaking to Axios on Saturday, Trump said the scenes from Tehran’s Grand Mosalla challenged his previous perception of public opinion inside Iran. He claimed he was “shocked” to see so many people grieving, adding that he had assumed Iranians hated Khamenei, though he also suggested the displays of emotion “might be fake.”  Trump also asserted that Iran is eager to reach an agreement with the United States. According to him, both sides have informally agreed to pause discussions for one week to allow the funeral ceremonies to conclude, while refraining from launching new attacks during that period.  In the interview, Trump said the United States could have targeted Iran’s remaining leadership during the funeral gathering but chose not to do so in order to preserve the possibility of future negotiations.  The U.S. president also revealed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has requested a meeting at the White House. Trump said the meeting could take place after his return from upcoming international engagements, describing relations between the two leaders as “very good.”  Meanwhile, the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office confirmed that Netanyahu spoke with Trump on Friday to congratulate him on the United States’ 250th Independence Day and that both leaders agreed to meet in Washington in the near future. However, an Israeli official familiar with the matter indicated that scheduling constraints could push the meeting to the following week.
5 July 2026
 Autopsy Reveals Signs of Brutal Torture on Child Victim of Rape and Murder in West Bengal

Autopsy Reveals Signs of Brutal Torture on Child Victim of Rape and Murder in West Bengal

The preliminary autopsy report on a child who was raped and murdered in Baruipur, West Bengal, has revealed a horrific picture of torture. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has ordered exemplary punishment for those responsible. He visited the site of the incident in Baruipur and the deceased child's home on Tuesday. Meanwhile, former Chief Minister and current opposition leader Mamata Banerjee has been granted permission to hold a protest march in Kolkata against the incident.South 24 Parganas police said that, according to the preliminary autopsy report, more than 28 injury marks were found on the minor's body. Water was found in her stomach, indicating she was alive when thrown into the pond. She died from drowning and excessive bleeding from a head wound. Scratch and bite marks, signs of injury, and evidence of blood clotting in the brain were also found on various parts of her body. The exact cause of death will be confirmed once the forensic report is received.According to local sources and police, the child was forcibly abducted by four young men on Saturday afternoon while on her way to a friend's house. She was taken to a shed by a pond, where she was tortured and raped. When the child appeared close to death, the perpetrators attempted to put her in a plastic bag; when the bag tore, they threw her directly into the pond. Her body was recovered from the pond the following morning, Sunday. Police have arrested three accused  Anand Sardar, Prabhas Mondal, and Dibakar Sardar  in connection with the incident.On Tuesday, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari visited Baruipur and spoke with the deceased child's parents. He assured them that no one involved in this heinous crime would be spared and that all perpetrators would receive exemplary punishment. He later also met with the family of another young man named Prasenjit at the Baruipur Superintendent of Police's (SP) office. It was initially reported that Prasenjit died after being lynched by an angry mob following the recovery of the child's body, but police later said he was killed by five young men in a dispute that arose over a game.Meanwhile, the Trinamool Youth and Students Congress had filed a petition with the Calcutta High Court seeking permission to hold a protest march in Kolkata on Wednesday, July 8, against the Baruipur incident. Calcutta High Court Justice Sougata Bhattacharya granted permission for the march on Tuesday, subject to certain conditions. The march will begin at Ballygunge outpost at 2:30 PM and conclude at Hazra crossing at 4:30 PM. Per the court's order, the march must proceed along one side of the road, and no more than one thousand people may participate. Former Chief Minister and Trinamool leader Mamata Banerjee is expected to take part in this protest march.
14 hrs ago
National

National

Government Plans Journalist Registration System Similar to Bar Council

Government Plans Journalist Registration System Similar to Bar Council

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan has made it clear that the government does not support unauthorized, unprofessional, or unethical activities carried out under the name of mobile journalism.He said that a proposal has been made to amend the Press Council Act of 1974 to bring it up to date and strengthen the Press Council. This amendment includes proposals to set minimum educational qualifications for journalists, establish a journalist registration system similar to the Bar Council, and introduce financial penalties for publishing false, harassing, or ethically inappropriate news.The Information Minister made these remarks on Wednesday, July 8, in the Jatiya Sangsad, in response to a question from Hasnat Abdullah, Chief Organizer of the Southern Region of the National Citizen Party (NCP) and Member of Parliament.Zahir Uddin Swapan said the government remains committed to ensuring media freedom alongside professionalism, accountability, and responsible journalism.Responding to a question from Mohammad Zahirul Islam, MP for Chattogram-16, the Information Minister said the Ninth Newspaper Wage Board award has been implemented by BSS from the date its gazette was published. He said the Ninth Newspaper Wage Board has not been fully implemented due to a difference of opinion between journalists and newspaper owners over income tax payments, adding that a case regarding this matter is currently pending before the High Court.
39 min ago
International

International

France's New Initiative to Stand by War-Torn Syria

France's New Initiative to Stand by War-Torn Syria

France and Syria have agreed to expand cooperation on Syria's reconstruction and economic recovery. French President Emmanuel Macron and Syrian interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa reached this understanding during a meeting held in Damascus on Tuesday.Speaking at a Syria-France business roundtable held at the Presidential Palace in Damascus, Macron said a joint economic committee would be formed in coordination with Gulf countries for Syria's reconstruction. France will also expand cooperation in rehabilitating the country's banking sector, along with energy, infrastructure, and other key sectors.Following the meeting, several investment agreements and memorandums of understanding (MOUs) were signed between various French and Syrian institutions.Ahmad al-Sharaa said Syria is building a modern investment environment based on the rule of law and strong institutions to attract foreign investment. He said the new projects include renewing the civil aviation fleet, airport operations, modernizing the aviation system, offshore energy resource exploration, and developing electricity, water, digital infrastructure, and civil registration systems.He further said that French shipping and logistics company CMA CGM, after signing a deal worth around €230 million to develop the Port of Latakia, has pledged an additional €200 million investment to expand its capacity.Notably, Emmanuel Macron traveled to Damascus on Tuesday, becoming the first French president to visit Syria since 2009.
14 hrs ago
Campus

Campus

Boro Kuthi to be handed over to Rajshahi University: Minu

Boro Kuthi to be handed over to Rajshahi University: Minu

Land Minister Mizanur Rahman Minu today announced a grant of Tk 10 lakh for the development of Rajshahi University (RU) and assured that Boro Kuthi, the birthplace of the university, would be handed over to the institution.He was addressing a discussion marking the university's 73rd founding anniversary as the chief guest.Announcing the financial assistance, the minister said, "In the name of my father, Faiz Rahman, I will donate Tk 10 lakh for the development of Rajshahi University within a week."Minu said Rajshahi University had played an undeniable role in the country's anti-fascist movement and democratic struggles."Many graduates of this university are now serving with distinction across the world. I pay my respects to the late Madar Bakhsh, who made the greatest contribution to the establishment of the university. I also express my gratitude to all those who contributed to its founding," he said.The minister said the university's Vice-Chancellor had placed several demands before him, reiterating his longstanding support for the institution."I have always been a well-wisher of Rajshahi University. President Ziaur Rahman and former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia visited this university and made significant contributions to the welfare of its students," he said.Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and the Education Minister were also committed to the development of Rajshahi University, he added."I hope all existing challenges, including those related to residential halls and academic buildings, will be resolved soon. I will place these issues before the Prime Minister at the earliest opportunity," he said.Referring to the university's upcoming milestone, the minister said, "The university will celebrate its 75th founding anniversary in two years. I will invite Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to attend the event and I hope he will be present."He also said the Vice-Chancellor had requested government intervention to reclaim Boro Kuthi for the university."I will place this matter, along with the issues concerning the university's halls, academic buildings and other development needs, before the Prime Minister," he added.Among others, former Vice-Chancellor Professor Faisul Islam Faruqi, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Administration) Professor Abdul Alim, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Education) Professor Mamunur Rashid, MP Shafiqul Haque Milon, Rajshahi City Corporation Administrator Mahfuzur Rahman Riton, university teachers, officials, staff, students and invited guests attended the programme.
6 July 2026
Web Story

Web Story

Election

Election

HSC and Equivalent Exams Postponed in All Districts Under Chattogram Board

HSC and Equivalent Exams Postponed in All Districts Under Chattogram Board

Due to adverse weather conditions, today's (Wednesday) HSC and equivalent exams have been postponed in all districts under the Chattogram Education Board.This was announced in an order signed late Tuesday night by Professor Syed Akhtaruzzaman, Chairman of the Inter-Education Board Coordination Committee.Earlier, two separate orders had postponed Wednesday's exams in Chattogram, Rangamati, and Cox's Bazar districts.Today's HSC and equivalent exams will proceed as scheduled under all other education boards except those under the Chattogram Board. The revised schedule for the postponed Chattogram Board exams will be announced later.
27 April 2026
New Leadership Elected at Haimchar Press Club Through Peaceful Voting

New Leadership Elected at Haimchar Press Club Through Peaceful Voting

27 April 2026
Cricket

Cricket

Bangladesh Beat Pakistan by 23 Runs to Move Up to Third

Bangladesh Beat Pakistan by 23 Runs to Move Up to Third

Powered by a cameo from batter Swarna Akter and impressive spells from left-arm spinners Sanjida Akter Meghla and Nahida Akter, Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by 23 runs in their third Group 1 match of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup. The victory lifted the Tigresses to third place in the standings with four points from three matches, keeping their semifinal hopes alive.Pakistan, meanwhile, are still winless after three games and are on the brink of elimination. Australia lead the group with six points from three matches. After winning the toss in Southampton, England, Bangladesh opted to bat first but found themselves in trouble early, losing their third wicket for just 13 runs in the fifth over.Captain Nigar Sultana and Sobhana Mostary steadied the innings with a 35-run partnership off 29 balls for the fourth wicket. Sobhana scored 22 off 19 balls, hitting three boundaries. Nigar then added 24 runs off 29 balls with Ritu Moni and a further 20 runs off 19 balls alongside Swarna Akter. Ritu managed seven runs, while Nigar struck five fours in her 38-ball 36 before departing.With Bangladesh on 92 runs, Swarna launched a late assault to guide her side to a competitive total. Bangladesh finished on 123/6 in their allotted 20 overs. Swarna remained unbeaten on 39 off 22 balls, hitting five boundaries, while Rabeya Khan stayed not out on four. Fatima Sana claimed two wickets for Pakistan.Chasing 124, Pakistan got off to a solid start with an opening stand of 49 runs from 45 balls. Nahida Akter broke the partnership in the eighth over, triggering a collapse.Nahida and Meghla then wreaked havoc with their spin, reducing Pakistan from 49 without loss to 84 for eight. The duo accounted for eight wickets for just 35 runs as Pakistan's batting line-up crumbled.Pakistan eventually finished on 100/8 in 20 overs, with opener Muneeba Ali top-scoring with 25 runs. Nahida Akter returned figures of 3 for 18, while Meghla claimed 3 for 21. Swarna Akter was named Player of the Match for her unbeaten 39 off 22 balls.Bangladesh will face India in their fourth group-stage match on June 25.
21 June 2026
Nationwide

Nationwide

Modern Infrastructure Vital for Fast Public Services, Says State Minister

Modern Infrastructure Vital for Fast Public Services, Says State Minister

Delivering fast, transparent, and reliable government services requires modern administrative infrastructure, State Minister for Information and Broadcasting Yasser Khan Choudhury said today.Speaking at the inauguration of the newly expanded administrative building and hall room at the Fulbaria Upazila Parishad, Choudhury stated that the government is continuously working to strengthen administrative capacity at the upazila level to ensure better public service delivery across the country.According to the Local Government Engineering Department (LGED), construction on the extended facility began in January 2024 and was completed at a cost of Tk 8.07 crore.Following the inauguration, the state minister planted several saplings on the complex grounds. He used the occasion to highlight Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s nationwide initiative to plant 25 crore trees over the next five years, urging local residents and institutions to participate in the effort to maintain Bangladesh's environmental balance.The event was attended by local government officials and political figures, including Members of Parliament Nilofar Chowdhury Moni and Kamrul Hasan Milon, Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Shahidul Islam Sohag, and Fulbaria Upazila BNP Convener Aktarul Alam Faruk, along with other local representatives.
27 April 2026