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State minister: Govt to discuss local polls preparations with EC next week

‘The Election Commission will announce the schedule’ UNB The government will hold discussions with the Election Commission next week to learn about its preparations for the upcoming local government elections,

Socially boycott those trying to legitimise fascism: Andaleeve Rahman

Concerts, cultural events cancelled in some areas for security reasons, says Information Minister TDS Desk: Information and Broadcasting Minister Andaleeve Rahman Partho has said there is no alternative to socially

Energy Sector in Peril: 12 Key Risks Identified, Overhaul Roadmap Outlined

Rehennuma Tarannum: Despite having adequate power generation capacity, Bangladesh is facing a severe gas and electricity crisis driven primarily by institutional, political, and financial mismanagements. To address the breakdown and

Battery run rickshaws rule on Dhaka’s streets

Special Correspondent: Battery run rickshaws and auto-rickshaws continue to dominate the capital’s alleys and major thoroughfares unchecked. Lacking specific regulations and a licensing framework, the uncontrolled surge of these three-wheelers

Usual crimes drop, sexual and mob violence surge

Staff Reporter: A mixed law-and-order landscape has emerged during the first six months of the BNP-led government, marked by a decline in petty theft and robbery alongside a concerning rise

PM calls for fair, merit-based promotions in Navy, Air Force

UNB: Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Sunday directed members of the Navy and Air Force Selection Boards to ensure that officers are considered for promotion based on professional competence and