Laldiya Terminal Agreement: Government Fails the Test of Transparency
The rushed 30-year Laldiya Container Terminal deal with APM Terminals has raised serious concerns over transparency, accountability, and political oversight, as Bangladesh’s interim government finalizes an unsolicited agreement without public disclosure or broader consultation.
International Aid Below 50%, No Response to Interim Government
International aid for Rohingya refugees has fallen below 50% of the required amount, creating a deep humanitarian crisis as appeals from Bangladesh’s interim government go unanswered.
Complete Shutdown of All Government Primary Schools from Wednesday
After continuous work stoppages and boycotting annual exams, the assistant teachers of government primary schools have now announced a "complete shutdown" program to implement their three-point demands. At the same time, teachers will stage sit-ins in front of upazila and thana education office buildings.
Another 220,000 Tons of Wheat to Be Purchased from the United States
Bangladesh is buying another 220,000 tons of wheat from the United States.
LPG Becomes More Expensive
The Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) has increased the price of a 12-kg LPG cylinder from Tk 1,215 to Tk 1,253. Additionally, the price of autogas has been raised from Tk 55.58 to Tk 57.32.
Peace in the Hill Region Depends on the Bangladesh Army
the key to establishing peace in indigenous or hill regions, in his view, lies in the hands of the army. The hill areas are under the authority of the Bangladesh Army. It is they (the army) who can establish peace.
High Court Issues Rule to Formulate House Rent Policy Nationwide, Including Dhaka
The High Court has issued a rule asking why a directive should not be given to formulate a policy for determining house rent in all city corporations across the country, including the capital Dhaka. On Tuesday, a High Court bench led by Justice Shikhder Mahmudur Razi passed this order.
Another Group of Primary Teachers Threatens to ‘Lock the Schools’ Amid Ongoing Work Stoppage
While one group of government primary school teachers has been boycotting the annual examinations and observing a work stoppage demanding salary increases and the resolution of grade complications, another group has threatened to “lock the schools” for the same demands.
Despite Strong Profits, BPC Hikes Fuel Prices While Global Oil Rates Decline
Fuel prices in the international market are gradually declining. Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) has been making profits for several years. In the 2024–25 fiscal year, after deducting all expenses, BPC made a net profit of Tk 4,316 crore. In this situation, questions have been raised over the decision to increase fuel prices instead of adjusting and reducing them.
Nation Records Significant Jump in New HIV Cases
The country has recorded the highest year-on-year increase in new HIV cases in more than two decades, according to a newly released report, sparking serious public health concerns. A total of 1,891 new HIV infections were reported between November last year and October this year—453 more cases than the previous year.