Massive Administrative Shake-Up: 166 Upazilas Get New UNOs Ahead of National Election
Ahead of the upcoming thirteenth national parliamentary election, a major reshuffle has been made at the grassroots level of the administration. In a single day, the government has appointed new Upazila Nirbahi Officers (UNOs) in 166 upazilas across the country. A notification in this regard was issued on Wednesday by the Ministry of Public Administration.
Bauls Attacked in Thakurgaon Court Premises, Four Injured
Another incident of assault on several Bauls and their followers occurred in the Thakurgaon court premises. At least four people were injured. The incident took place around 2 p.m. on Wednesday (26 November) in the Thakurgaon court area.
Amid the Work Stoppage, Another Faction of Primary Teachers Begins Strike
Amid a work stoppage by one group of assistant teachers at government primary schools over demands related to salary increases, higher grades, and promotion complications, another group has announced the start of a “continuous work stoppage” from today.
Vandalism at Panbari Sarbojonin Shiva Temple Sparks Outrage in Rangpur
An attack took place at the Panbari Sarbojonin Shiva Temple in Rangpur on Thursday dawn, 22 November, when a group of unidentified assailants vandalised the temple’s main Shiva idol. According to local residents, the attackers entered the temple in a planned manner, destroyed the idol, and fled the scene immediately.
Dhaka Now the World’s Second Biggest City, Population Hits 36.6 Million: UN
A new United Nations report reveals that Indonesia’s capital, Jakarta, has become the world’s largest city with a population of 41.9 million. Bangladesh’s capital Dhaka now ranks second with 36.6 million people.
High Court sets December 4 verdict on writ against NCT deal with DP World
The High Court on Tuesday set December 4 for delivering its verdict on a writ petition challenging the government’s move to award the operational contract of the New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT) to UAE-based DP World under a public–private partnership (PPP) arrangement.
Battlefield at Jashore University: 25 Injured in Student-Villager Clash
A major clash broke out between students of Jashore University of Science and Technology (JUST) and local villagers over the harassment of a female student.
‘Plot Forgery’: Five British Lawyers Condemn Trial Process Against Tulip Siddiq
Ahead of the verdict in the fraud case against British MP Tulip Siddiq over plot allocations in the Purbachal New Town Project, five top lawyers in the United Kingdom have strongly criticised the trial process.
Fire brought under control after over five hours as Karail slum residents lament losses
The fire that broke out in the Karail slum in the capital has been brought under control after five hours. However, it will take more time to extinguish it completely.
Result Cancellation Triggers Bar Council Protest; Vice-Chair Blames Judicial Officer
A group of candidates who had passed the Bangladesh Bar Council enrolment examinations with grace marks staged protests on Monday after their results were cancelled amid an escalating controversy.