Chief Adviser proud bringing Khaleda Zia to Senakunja
Chief Adviser proud bringing Khaleda Zia to Senakunja

Interim Government Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus said that he was proud that BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia had attended the Armed Forces Day reception. Speaking at the event on Thursday afternoon at Dhaka Cantonments Senakunja, held to mark Armed Forces Day 2024, he shared his sentiments....

Dr. Yunus advocates for a country where people hold ultimate power
Dr. Yunus advocates for a country where people hold ultimate power

Chief Advisor Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus emphasized the vision for Bangladeshs future, stating, We want to build Bangladesh from now on in such a way that the people are the source of all power. Through this, Bangladesh will be appreciated in the world as a humane and welfare state. He outlined...

Indian FS leads Delhi at Bangladesh-India FOC next month: Touhid
Indian FS leads Delhi at Bangladesh-India FOC next month: Touhid

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri is scheduled to visit Dhaka in mid December to lead the Indian delegation at the next round of Bangladesh-India Foreign Office Consultation (FOC), signaling efforts to normalize bilateral relations between the two neighboring nations, reports BSS. I believe...

‘Govt failing to prioritise due to fascist influence’
‘Govt failing to prioritise due to fascist influence’

BNP Chairpersons Advisory Council member Abdus Salam on Sunday said the interim government is failing to prioritise its actions, distracted by the influence of fascist elements. Speaking at a discussion, he also questioned why the cases against BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman had not been...

Trump may pick China hawk for crucial national security role
Trump may pick China hawk for crucial national security role

US President-elect Donald Trump has picked former a army special forces veteran and noted China hawk, Michael Waltz, for the crucial National Security Advisor post in the White House, reports said on Monday. Waltz looks set to be a key advisor in the incoming adminstration as it faces a raft of...

Interim government will quickly hand over power to elected government: Religious Advisor
Interim government will quickly hand over power to elected government: Religious Advisor

Religious Affairs Adviser to the interim government AFM Khalid Hossain said that the interim government would step down after ensuring a fair and acceptable election. The governments role is to hand over power to whoever wins through the election process. He made these remarks as the chief guest...

Wildlife hunting must be stopped to protect biodiversity: Adviser
Wildlife hunting must be stopped to protect biodiversity: Adviser

Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Advisor Syeda Rizwana Hasan emphasized the need to end wildlife hunting, capturing, and trafficking to protect biodiversity. She called for the preservation of all wildlife, including tigers and elephants, and urged that deforestation be stopped to save...

Government prioritizes environmental protection to build a new Bangladesh: Environment Advisor
Government prioritizes environmental protection to build a new Bangladesh: Environment Advisor

The Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest, Climate Change, and Water Resources, Syeda Rizwana Hasan, stated that the government is giving utmost priority to environmental protection in building a new Bangladesh. She remarked that their aim is to initiate and leave behind significant...

Environment Advisor launches national air quality management action plan
Environment Advisor launches national air quality management action plan

Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Syeda Rizwana Hasan said government has developed the National Air Quality Management Action Plan, for strategic actions to tackle the sources of air pollution, improve air monitoring, and enhance enforcement mechanisms. It provides...

Government raises BCS exam attempt limit to four
Government raises BCS exam attempt limit to four

The Advisory Council on Thursday decided that a candidate can take the Bangladesh Civil Services (BCS) examinations up to four times. This decision revises an earlier limit of three attempts. The new rule was finalized during an Advisory Council meeting led by Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus....

Hajj expenses reduced
Hajj expenses reduced

The interim government has announced two official Hajj packages for the upcoming year, with costs significantly reduced. The overall expenses for Hajj have decreased by Tk100,598 compared to the previous year. Religious Affairs Advisor A F M Khalid Hossain made the announcement on Wednesday...

Old, unfit vehicles to be banned in Dhaka after 6 months: Environment Adviser
Old, unfit vehicles to be banned in Dhaka after 6 months: Environment Adviser

In response to demands from vehicle owners, the government has decided to allow just six months for the phase-out of old, unfit vehicles in Dhaka. During this period, vehicle owners will be required to switch to environmentally friendly vehicles. Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Adviser to the Ministry of...

BCS exam no more than 3 times
BCS exam no more than 3 times

No one can seat for BCS examination more than 3 times from now. The above decision was made in the meeting of advisory council on Thursday. According to a press release issued by the Cabinet Division, the Advisory Council-Meeting discussed the draft policy of Maximum Age Limit for Direct...

BNP advises caution to prevent a new constitutional crisis
BNP advises caution to prevent a new constitutional crisis

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has urged caution to avert any potential new constitutional crisis in the country. This advice was provided by BNP leaders during a meeting with the Chief Advisor at his official residence, Jamuna, today, Wednesday. Following the meeting, BNP leaders Nazrul...

5 days off on Eid-ul-Fitr, 6 days on Eid-ul-Azha, 2 days on Durga Puja
5 days off on Eid-ul-Fitr, 6 days on Eid-ul-Azha, 2 days on Durga Puja

The Interim Governments Advisory Council has approved the list of public holidays for next year (2025). Hence, next years holy Eid-ul-Azha will be six days and Eid-ul-Fitr will be a five-day public holiday. Apart from this, the Durga Puja holiday has been made for two days. Among them, two Eids...