0 Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman remarked that practicing religious values and adhering to religious discipline in military life is paramount. He stated that a skilled, modern, and patriotic army is of immense importance for upholding the independence and sovereignty of the motherland. The leadership responsibility of this army primarily rests with the officers. The Army Chief said that the Bangladesh Military Academy was established in 1974 with the aim of creating dedicated, skilled, smart, talented, and suitable army officers for 21st-century leadership within the Bangladesh Army. He further added that under the leadership of officers commissioned from this…
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8 The international human rights organization Human Rights Watch (HRW) has expressed concern, accusing Indian authorities of forcibly expelling ethnic Bengalis and abandoning them at the Bangladesh border as ‘undocumented immigrants’. The organization’s report states that Indian security forces are pushing certain groups, including Bengali Muslims, towards the Bangladesh border without following any legal procedures, which could constitute a violation of international human rights law. The report further mentions that the Indian Border Security Force (BSF) has conducted such ‘pushback’ operations multiple times since June 1, 2026. It also highlights a nearly 75-hour standoff at the Panchagarh border, where some…
4 Masudur Rahman, Staff Correspondent: Intensive preparations are underway in the international arena for the upcoming 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, the highest policymaking forum in global politics. Set to commence on September 8, 2026, at the UN Headquarters in New York, this session is poised to mark a glorious chapter in Bangladesh’s history. This year’s session not only highlights the nation’s diplomatic success on the world stage but also generates unprecedented interest regarding the participation of Bangladesh’s head of government. Prime Minister Tareque Rahman will lead Bangladesh’s high-level delegation at the upcoming 81st session of the…
2 The government has undertaken an initiative to construct a barbed wire fence to enhance security along the Myanmar border. Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed stated that plans to build barbed wire fences in sensitive areas of the Indian border are also under consideration. He revealed this information during the question-and-answer session of the Jatiya Sangsad on Wednesday (June 17). Responding to questions from Sylhet-3 constituency MP Mohammad Abdul Malek and Pabna-5 constituency MP Shamshur Rahman Shimul Bishwas, the Home Minister said that this initiative has been taken to curb cross-border crimes such as murder, illegal infiltration, drug and arms smuggling…
1 A Dhaka court has ordered an investigation into allegations of religious defamation against blogger and writer Md. Didar Husain Arif, who has been accused of publishing controversial and allegedly insulting comments regarding Islam and Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The case was filed by Yusup Kawsar, who alleged that the accused repeatedly used his personal website and X account to publish content mocking Islamic beliefs and making offensive remarks about the Prophet (PBUH). The complaint states that such activities have deeply hurt the religious sentiments of the Muslim community and could potentially create social unrest. On 15 June, Metropolitan Magistrate Md…
1 Bangladesh’s T20 series campaign under new captain Towhid Hridoy began on a sour note as the hosts suffered a 4-wicket defeat to Australia in the opening match of the series held in Chattogram. Opting to bat first after winning the toss, Bangladesh struggled from the outset, losing wickets at regular intervals. Openers Tanzid Hasan Tamim (10) and Saif Hassan (20) made starts but failed to convert them into substantial innings. Captain Towhid Hridoy also departed cheaply, scoring just 8 runs. The failure of the middle order further compounded Bangladesh’s woes. While Soumya Sarkar contributed 17 runs, Imon, Shamim Patwari,…
0 Prime Minister Tareque Rahman stated that those who label the budget, formulated for the welfare of the people, as anti-people, cannot truly be friends of the public. He made these remarks on Wednesday (June 17) while addressing a Family Card distribution program in Sreemangal, Moulvibazar, as the chief guest. The Prime Minister announced that Family Cards would be delivered to all female tea garden workers across the country within the next year. He emphasized that both men and women must work together to advance the nation, and that women’s development is not possible without their self-reliance. He informed that…
2 Argentina has commenced their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign brilliantly, aiming to defend their title. The reigning world champions secured a dominant 3-0 victory over Algeria in their opening Group ‘J’ match. Captain Lionel Messi was the star of the match, adding a new chapter to history by scoring his first-ever World Cup hat-trick. In the match held in Kansas City, Argentina played an attacking brand of football from the outset. Although an early goal by Messi was disallowed for offside, the Albiceleste did not have to wait long. In the 16th minute of the match, Messi put his…
1 The central bank has announced that the country’s total foreign exchange reserves have increased further, now standing at 35,766.66 million or 35.76 billion dollars. Arif Hossain Khan, Executive Director and Spokesperson of Bangladesh Bank, provided this information on Tuesday (June 16). According to the latest data from the central bank, as of June 16, the country’s gross reserves amounted to 35,766.66 million dollars. Furthermore, based on the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) accounting methodology BPM-6, the reserves stood at 31,216.15 million US dollars. Previously, as of June 15, the country’s gross reserves were 35,630.65 million US dollars, while the BPM-6…
0 The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) has approved five development projects totaling BDT 7,003.36 crore. Of this, BDT 4,536.10 crore will be sourced from government funds, and BDT 2,467.26 crore will come from project loans. The approval came during an ECNEC meeting held on Tuesday (June 16) at the Cabinet Division conference room in the Secretariat. Prime Minister and ECNEC Chairperson Tareque Rahman presided over the meeting. Among the approved projects, three are new, and two are revised. Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury, Local Government and Rural Development Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir,…