1 Bangladesh is currently reviewing a proposal to construct a 683-megawatt hydropower plant jointly with Nepal, according to Iqbal Hassan Mahmud, Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources. He made this statement in response to a starred question tabled by Fahima Nasrin, a ruling party member from a reserved women’s seat, in Parliament on Monday (June 22). The Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister elaborated that the joint construction of this 683 MW hydropower plant is under consideration with the objective of importing more hydropower from Nepal. He further informed that Bangladesh is currently importing 40 megawatts of hydropower from…
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6 Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has been deployed in five districts across the country to maintain internal law and order and to counter potential security risks. The districts are Cox’s Bazar, Madaripur, Sherpur, Gazipur, and Moulvibazar. This information was announced in a press release issued by BGB headquarters on Monday evening (June 22). The press release stated that BGB members have been deployed in these districts following directives from the Ministry of Home Affairs. They will perform their duties from Monday evening until June 30, in coordination with the respective district administrations and law enforcement agencies. It was also informed…
2 Prime Minister Tareque Rahman has arrived in Dalian, China, concluding his two-day official visit to Malaysia. He departed from Kuala Lumpur on Monday night and landed at Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport at 11:05 PM local time. According to the Prime Minister’s Additional Press Secretary, Atiqur Rahman Rumon, upon the arrival of the special Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight carrying the Prime Minister and his wife, Dr. Zobaida Rahman, they were welcomed by the Vice Governor of Liaoning Province and Bangladesh’s Ambassador to China. Subsequently, the Prime Minister was taken to Hotel Shangri-La in Dalian via a motorcade from the airport,…
1 A criminal defamation case filed in Dhaka has drawn attention to the increasingly significant role of digital platforms in Bangladesh’s political discourse, highlighting the growing intersection between online speech, political rivalry, and legal accountability.The criminal complaint, filed on June 16 before the Chief Metropolitan Magistrate’s Court in Dhaka, names Kawsar Ahmad as the accused. The complainant, Yusup Kaosar, identified in the filing as a supporter of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), alleges that the accused disseminated offensive, false, and defamatory statements concerning Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, former President and Proclaimer of Independence Shaheed Ziaur Rahman, and former Prime Minister…
1 An earthquake was felt in various areas of the country, including the capital Dhaka, on Monday (June 22) around 9:30 PM. Buildings shook for several seconds, causing many people to panic and quickly rush out of their homes, offices, and other establishments. Eyewitnesses reported that the earthquake tremor lasted for several seconds. Many have also indicated on social media that the tremors were felt in several other districts across the country, beyond just the capital’s various areas. However, there are no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage. Relevant authorities have also not yet confirmed any information regarding potential…
0 The government has granted special executive magisterial powers to commissioned officers of the rank of Captain and above in the Army across six districts, aimed at controlling potential unauthorized activities and maintaining law and order, particularly around the anniversary of the Awami League political party. This information was announced on Monday (June 22) in a gazette notification issued by the Deputation-2 branch of the Ministry of Public Administration. According to the notification, this order will remain effective from June 22 to June 30 in the Dhaka Metropolitan Area, Chattogram Metropolitan Area, Gazipur Metropolitan Area, Narayanganj District, Gopalganj District, and…
0 Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed announced that the army has been ordered to deploy in six districts, including Dhaka, to counter potential undesirable activities by the banned Awami League. Speaking to journalists at the Secretariat on Monday (June 22), he stated that there has been no deterioration in the law and order situation. However, he noted that certain activities and operations of the banned Awami League have come under observation, which the government fears could disrupt the country’s stability. The Home Minister said that Awami League activists have undertaken various programs, including processions and rallies, in different districts. Based on…
5 A private meeting between Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tareque Rahman and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has concluded. Following this, formal bilateral talks have commenced between high-level delegations led by the two heads of government. This high-level meeting began on Monday (June 22). It is expected to cover detailed discussions on various important issues of mutual interest to both countries. Earlier, a private meeting between Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tareque Rahman and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim had concluded. Meanwhile, to welcome the Bangladeshi Prime Minister, national flags of Bangladesh and Malaysia were hoisted on both sides of the long road…
1 Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has invited Malaysia to invest in Bangladesh. He extended this invitation at a joint press conference on Monday (June 22) following a bilateral meeting with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman stated, “Our priorities are creating employment, attracting foreign investment, and boosting economic growth. We are fostering a business-friendly environment and creating new opportunities for investors. I see strong potential for Malaysian investment in Bangladesh and sincerely invite Malaysian businesses to explore these opportunities.” He recalled, “I remember that during my father, the late President Ziaur Rahman’s first foreign visit as President,…
0 Following the successful conclusion of high-level diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran in Switzerland, global crude oil prices saw a significant decline on Monday (June 22). Long-standing concerns about a major oil shortage in the global market have largely abated after Iran confirmed the lifting of international sanctions on its oil and petrochemical exports. According to the latest market data, Brent crude oil prices fell by $1.53, or 1.90 percent, per barrel, reaching $79.04. Earlier today, during the initial trading session, its price had climbed to a high of $82.30. Market volatility had been primarily triggered earlier…