Student-led protests against quotas in government jobs in Bangladesh spiralled into violence last weekMalaysian nationals, evacuated from deadly violence in Bangladesh, are greeted by family members as they arrive at Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 2 in Sepang, Malaysia, July 23, 2024. REUTERSMalaysian nationals, evacuated from deadly violence in Bangladesh, are greeted by family members as they arrive at Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 2 in Sepang, Malaysia, July 23, 2024. REUTERSA chartered flight carrying 123 Malaysians evacuated from deadly violence in Bangladesh arrived in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday, Malaysia's home minister said. Student-led protests against quotas in government jobs in Bangladesh spiralled into violence last week, with at least 147 people killed. The flight, which included 80 students among the passengers, arrived safely at Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail told a press conference.

Holidays for three days were announced after violence during student protests forced the government to call a curfewOffices open from 11am to 3pm on Wednesday, Thursday after violent quota protestsThe government has decided to keep offices open on Wednesday and Thursday after a three-day holiday over violent student protests across Bangladesh for reforms to quotas in public service. The offices will remain open from 11am to 3pm on these two days this week, public administration ministry’s spokesperson Shibli Sadiq said on Tuesday. The violence forced the government to call a curfew, but home ministry spokesperson Sharif Mahmud said the restrictions would be relaxed from 10am to 5pm in Dhaka, Gazipur, Narayanganj and Narsingdi on Wednesday and Thursday. The deputy commissioners and the law-enforcing agencies will decide on relaxing the curfew in other districts.

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The state minister said the miscreants virtually used students as shields while turning the peaceful movement into a violent one. Arafat said according to their plan BNP-Jamaat clique kept backup to keep them connect with outside world after disruption of internet service. The state minister said the government is trying to restore the internet service as soon as possible. About the massive destruction of public properties by hooligans, Arafat said, terrorists, attackers, militants, BNP and Jamaat-Shibir intruded the students' peaceful movement to destroy major infrastructures like BTV, Setu Bhaban, Data Centre and toll plaza. Condemning the attack and expressing deep shock for every casualty, Arafat said, everyone responsible for the causalities would be brought to justice.

DHAKA, July 23, 2024 (BSS) - All public and private offices will resume from 11am to 3pm tomorrow, according to the Public Administration Ministry. The both public and private offices will be opened from 11am to 3pm on Wednesday and Thursday. The government announced general holiday for three days that began from Sunday (July 21). Beside, Curfew that was imposed earlier amid the chaotic situation emerged in the country over quota-reform issue will continue tomorrow (Wednesday) and Thursday with a break from 10am to 5pm in Dhaka, Gazipur, Narayanganj and Narsingdi.

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By Humma Rehman QureshiThe Indian government’s denial of the cultural link of the “Tangail Saree” with Bangladesh has ignited a controversy that has resonated across borders. This declaration was met with widespread outrage from the people of Bangladesh, who regard the Tangail Saree as an integral part of their cultural heritage. The unique weaving techniques and distinctive patterns of the Tangail Saree are emblematic of Bangladeshi craftsmanship. The Tangail Saree controversy brings to the fore questions about international law and the protection of geographical indications. The controversy over the Tangail Saree is a vivid illustration of how cultural heritage can become a contentious issue in international relations.

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My wife and dog came running on the strength of that exclamation (The cat ignored everything as per cat S.O.P.) Once I read that Joe had made the decision, I had no more reason for any anger. Heck, I’ll be honest, I was going that way myself, which is why I stepped away from the fight. A new sun is rising on the horizon and I feel like Theoden calling the Eorlingas to ride forth and smite Sauron- I feel invigorated and ready to fight. That’s what you do when you stand before a new day dawning.

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So begins the 1981 Oscar-winning film “Chariots of Fire,” introducing a group of British athletes as they train for the Olympic Games. Based on the lives and gold-medal-winning performances of sprinters Eric Liddell and Harold Abrahams ahead of the 1924 Paris Olympics, “Chariots of Fire” won four Oscars — including Best Picture. It’s got a life of its own.”“Chariots of Fire” charts the athletic careers of Liddell and Abrahams — both talented sprinters — in the years leading up to the 1924 Olympics. This year, the organization has launched The Eric Liddell 100 initiative, intended to make Liddell’s life better known among younger generations while recognizing his acts of heroism after Japan’s invasion of China in 1931. That was a wonderful mindset to take into any race, I think.”Abrahams badly injured his leg doing the long jump the year after the Paris Olympics, forcing him to retire from athletics.