HC halts probe against photojournalist Shahidul
The High Court (HC) has suspended the investigation against photojournalist Shahidul Alam in a case under the Information and Telecommunications Technology Act, issuing a rule asking why the case should not be dismissed outright, reports bdnews24.com. The bench of Justice Md Iqbal Kabir and Justice Md Riaz Uddin Khan made the decision on Monday. Afterwards, Sara said the investigation work in the case has been suspended and a rule issued on why it should not be quashed. The following day, he was accused in a case under the ICT Act for spreading 'incendiary lies'. On March 3, 2019, he filed a writ with the HC challenging the validity of the case under the ICT Act.
Source:bd News24
November 05, 2024 00:10 UTC
Dry conditions lead to continued forest fire worries
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Source:Daily Sun
November 04, 2024 22:30 UTC
EBL to finance two ICDDR,B projects
Following the success of a medical waste management project funded by EBL in early 2024, the bank has extended its support to the second phase of ICDDR,B initiative ‘Best Practices in Sustainable Solid Bio-hazardous Waste Management’. This phase will enhance waste treatment capacity at ICDDR,B by introducing advanced sterilization technology and providing training to key healthcare facilities in Dhaka. The programme also aims to align national medical waste management policies with sustainable practices, ensuring a more environment-friendly and resilient healthcare system. Under the agreement EBL would also support ICDDR,B project ‘Purified Water for Salinity-Prone Areas: Overcoming Water Scarcity Challenges in Coastal Bangladesh’. CEO of EBL Ali Reza Iftekhar, ICDDR,B executive director Dr Tahmeed Ahmed and senior officials were present.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
November 04, 2024 22:10 UTC
School Handball tournament begins tomorrow
DHAKA, Nov 4, 2024 (BSS)-Tasmery Under-14 School Handball tournament (boy'sand girl's) begins from tomorrow (Tuesday) at Shaheed Captain M Mansur AliNational Handball Stadium in the city. The participating boy's teams:Group A - Uttar Kafrul High School, Khaled Haider Memorial High School,Sunnydale and Heed International. Group B - Nirjhor Cantonment Public School and College, Model Academy, WillsLittle Flower School and Ideal School, Motijheel. Group C - Mitali Bidyapith High School, Methodist English Medium School,Saint Gregory High School and Navy College. High School, South Point School and College ,Cambrian School and College and Scholastica, Uttara.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
November 04, 2024 21:51 UTC
Tri County falls to EMF in district final
FRIEND -- The Tri County volleyball team came up just short of qualifying for the NSAA State Tournament. In their district final in Friend on Saturday, the Lady Trojans fell to Exeter-Milligan/Friend in four sets 25-18, 25-12, 17-25, 25-20. In the third set, Tri County jumped out to an early 8-5 lead, forcing EMF into a timeout. In the fourth set, EMF vaulted out to an early 5-1 lead, but Tri County fought back to tie it at 7-7. HTRS knocked off Falls City Sacred Heart in a subdistrict final, which put them into a tough district final against No.
Source:Daily Sun
November 04, 2024 21:45 UTC
Bangladesh slashes capital gains tax to 15% to boost stock market
The budget approved for the current fiscal year by the previous parliament had kept the tax rate on capital gains unchanged at 30 percent. The interim government has taken a number of steps with regard to the capital gains tax, including reducing the surcharge on the net assets of the investor. “The commission had previously urged the government and the NBR to reduce the capital gains tax as a reasonable measure. Including the surcharge and the capital gains tax, the total tax rate on stock market income could go as high as 40.50 percent. Based on the new decision, the tax rate on capital gains from shares traded within five years will now be 15 percent.
Source:bd News24
November 04, 2024 21:20 UTC
Ithacan Isolation - The Cornell Daily Sun
It’s times like these that Ithaca really starts to feel isolated — from family, from friends, from the rest of civilization. Cornell can feel like a bubble sometimes, separated from the rest of the world. It’s about homesickness, missing your family, yearning for your childhood, and the feeling of being so far away. And this song in particular (“a minute from home but I feel so far from it”) just fits so perfectly. It is also such a soft, pretty song to close on.
Source:Daily Sun
November 04, 2024 20:43 UTC
Coconino National Forest hosting information sessions for Oak Creek Canyon subsurface withdrawal
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November 04, 2024 19:47 UTC
15 dead after passenger bus skids into gorge in northern India, Uttarakhand state official says
Corsicana, TX (75110)TodayWindy...isolated thunderstorms this morning, then mostly cloudy during the afternoon with thunderstorms becoming likely. A few storms may be severe. Chance of rain 60%..TonightThunderstorms likely. NW winds shifting to SW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 80%.
Source:Daily Sun
November 04, 2024 18:12 UTC
Shipping adviser asks for quick delivery of goods at Pangaon river port
DHAKA, Nov 04, 2024 (BSS)- Shipping, Textiles and Jute Adviser Brigadier General (Retired) M Sakhawat Hossain gave directives for delivery of the goods at the Pangaon river port in the shortest possible time to make the port more efficient and profitable. “Pangaon is a crucial river port due to its location. The shipping adviser said this after visiting Pangaon River Port, Ananda Shipyard, Dockyard and Engineering Works, and Deck and Engine Personnel Training Center (DEPTC) to review the ongoing projects and activities of the port, said a press release. All ports including Chattogram Port will be freed from syndicates very soon, he said. Chairman of Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority (BIWTA) Commodore Arif Ahmed Mostafa, Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Corporation (BIWTC) Chairman Sanjay Kumar Banik, officials of the ministry and representatives of the affiliated organizations were present.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
November 04, 2024 18:11 UTC
Ex-secretary Amjad, son detained with Tk11m in cash
Members of joint forces arrest former additional secretary Amzad Hossain Khan and his son from their Uttara Sector-11 residence on Monday night. The lawmen also seized a huge haul of local and foreign currencies, 11 iPhone handsets and several branded wristwatches from their possessions. — Focus Bangla PhotoPolice have detained Amjad Hossain Khan, former additional secretary of Ministry of Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives, and his son Asif Hasan, reports bdnews24.com. "A four-hour joint forces operation at the scene seized Tk 10.95 million in cash, some foreign currency, 11 iPhones and some expensive watches from different brands," he said. Amjad was appointed as the additional secretary to the Ministry of Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives in 2020 and subsequently retired.
Source:bd News24
November 04, 2024 18:01 UTC
10 more roads in Dhaka to go horn-free in January
Environment Advisor Syeda Rizwana Hasan has suggested designating 10 additional roads in Dhaka as silent zones to help curb pollution. Speaking at an event on Monday, she noted that these roads would be declared horn-free in January of 2025, according to bdnews24.com. The advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change said, “Necessary laws will be amended to make the country horn-free. Other quiet zones in the capital include the Secretariat, Agargaon, the parliament, and the Prime Minister's Office. At the grand finale of the 'Shaheed Selim BUFT National Debating Competition 2024,' held at BGMEA University of Fashion and Technology in Uttara, Rizwana spoke on expanding horn-free zones to mitigate noise pollution.
Source:bd News24
November 04, 2024 17:32 UTC
Minor boy drowns in Kurigram
KURIGRAM, Nov 4, 2024 (BSS) - A minor boy drowned in a pond at Bamantari village in Nageshawri upazila of the district today. The victim was Meraz Babu, 4, son of Al Amin, a resident of the village. Police said Meraz was playing beside the pond and suddenly fell into the pond around 7 am and drowned. Later, local people recovered his body from the pond. Officer-in-charge of Nagshwari Police Station Mizanur Rahman confirmed it.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
November 04, 2024 16:36 UTC
Bangladesh waives excise duty on airfare, VAT on fees for Hajj pilgrims
Reduced airfare duties and fees aim to make Hajj more affordable for pilgrimsBangladesh waives excise duty on airfare, VAT on fees for Hajj pilgrimsThe interim government has fully withdrawn excise duty on air tickets for Hajj pilgrims next year. A 15 percent value added tax, or VAT, has been waived on embarkation, security, and airport security fees for passengers. Currently, the excise duty on air tickets to Saudi Arabia stands at Tk 4,000. However, this duty has been previously waived for Hajj pilgrims on several occasions. While embarkation and security fees are relatively minor, two official Hajj packages were announced last Wednesday for next year's pilgrims.
Source:bd News24
November 04, 2024 15:54 UTC
Elections will be held on national consensus after reforms, says Advisor Nahid
The Cyber Security Act will be abolished within a week, the ICT advisor saysElections will be held on national consensus after reforms, says Advisor NahidThe next general election will be arranged once a national consensus is reached after the state reforms are carried out, Advisor Nahid Islam has said. He also sought Norway's advice and cooperation in the rebuilding process and Ambassador Gulbrandsen said the Scandinavian nation was ready to assist Bangladesh. Nahid added that not only this law but all laws that hinder freedom of expression are under review, emphasising that decisions on reforms will be taken after consulting with stakeholders. When asked about minority oppression, the advisor said that minorities in Bangladesh are safe, and that special security arrangements were taken during the last Durga Puja. Nahid also asked for Norway's cooperation in promoting the truth about the July uprising to counter the negative international propaganda surrounding the event.
Source:bd News24
November 04, 2024 15:47 UTC