Pressure on Bank Manager to Release Tk 100 Crore in Controversial 5G Project

The project titled “Development of BTCL’s Optical Fiber Transmission Network for 5G Compatibility,” undertaken during the Awami League government to enhance BTCL’s capacity, has now become controversial over allegations of corruption and irregularities.

One-Sided Trade Deal with the United States Like Leaving the Door Open and Losing Control of the House

Just three days before the 13th national election, the interim government hastily signed a trade agreement with the United States. Although Bangladesh initially described the agreement as “confidential and not publishable,” the US government published the final copy on its own website the day after it was signed.

Liberation War Is Not the Same as Other Movements: Hafiz Uddin

Liberation War Affairs Minister Hafiz Uddin Ahmed has said that the Liberation War is the fundamental basis of Bangladesh’s birth. According to him, it would not be appropriate to equate other movements and struggles with the Liberation War.

Common People Crushed Under Rising Essential Commodity Prices During Ramadan

As the holy month of Ramadan begins, prices of daily essentials have surged in various kitchen markets across the capital and the country. From iftar items to fruits, fish and meat—prices have increased in almost every category. This has put low- and middle-income people under pressure. A visit to the markets shows that by the second day of fasting, prices of iftar and kitchen essentials are already soaring.

Debapriya Bhattacharya Criticizes Bangladesh’s Request to Defer LDC Graduation

Debapriya Bhattacharya has commented that the BNP government has effectively pressed the “crisis button” following Bangladesh’s recent request to postpone its graduation from Least Developed Country (LDC) status by three years. He said the United Nations will not make a final decision immediately, as the process is time-consuming.

Debapriya Urges Review of Interim Government’s Foreign Agreements

CPD Distinguished Fellow Debapriya Bhattacharya has urged a review of the foreign agreements signed during the tenure of the interim government.

Bangladesh to Observe 74th Language Movement Anniversary with Nationwide Tributes

Martyrs Day and International Mother Language Day will be observed on Saturday, commemorating the 74th anniversary of the historic Language Movement of 1952.

Money Taken ‘On the Basis of Mutual Understanding’ Is Not Extortion: Road Transport Minister

Road Transport and Bridges Minister Sheikh Rabiul Alam does not want to describe the money collected from various vehicles on the roads “based on mutual understanding” as extortion.

Essential Food Items See Sharp Hike at Onset of Ramadan

The holy month of Ramadan has begun. Even before it started, the prices of broiler and Sonali chickens have increased in the capital’s markets. On Wednesday, it was seen in different markets of the capital that broiler chicken was being sold at 200 to 220 taka per kilogram. Sonali chicken was being sold at 320 to 350 taka per kilogram.

Controversy Over Ekushey Padak Nomination in Dance Category

Controversy has erupted in the cultural arena following the announcement of comparatively young dancer Arthi Ahmed’s name in the dance category of the 2026 Ekushey Padak list. Prominent dancers and cultural activists of the country have alleged that the decision was made by overlooking senior and experienced dance artists.