Bangladesh clarifies stance on human rights, polls to US congressmen
Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen clarified Bangladesh's stance on human rights and fair elections in response to concerns raised by 12 congressmen in their letters to US President Joe Biden and Secretary of State Anthony Blinken.
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Understanding India's concerns over China's BRICS expansion plans
India, along with Brazil, is showing caution toward the push to expand the BRICS bloc, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa.
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BRTC allocates half of fleet for office employees, students
In an effort to meet the transportation needs of office employees and students, the Bangladesh Road Transport Corporation (BRTC) has allocated half of its fleet for this purpose.
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CEC asserts EC's authority in RPO amendment
Chief Election Commissioner Kazi Habibul Awal said that the amendment to the Representation of the People Order (RPO) was as proposed by the Election Commission (EC).
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Rana Plaza owner's bail to remain suspended for 6 months
The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court has issued a standover order, suspending the bail granted to Sohel Rana, owner of the collapsed Rana Plaza building, for six months.
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Mango diplomacy: PM Hasina sends gifts to her Pakistan counterpart Shehbaz Sharif
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has sent fresh seasonal mangoes as gifts to his Pakistani counterpart Shehbaz Sharif.
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The Jackfruit wars: Village clash leaves three dead
Three people were killed and 40 others were injured in a clash between two parties over the auction of jackfruit in the mosque in Hasnabaz village of Jayakals union of Shantiganj upazila in Sunamganj Monday morning.
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Quader: EU election observers will be welcomed
Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader on Monday said if the European Union (EU) wants to send its observers to Bangladesh's upcoming national elections, they will be welcomed.
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