Former MP Kamal Mojumder’s son to be interrogated in custody for five days
A Dhaka court has placed Shaheed Ahmed Mojumder, the youngest son of former MP Kamal Ahmed Mojumder, on a five-day interrogation in a case filed under the Anti-Terrorism Act. Police arrested Shaheed in Gulshan on Saturday night. The following day, Sub-Inspector Abdus Salam of Gulshan Police produced him in court and sought 10 days to interrogate him in custody. The case was filed on Sept 13 by Gulshan Police Sub-Inspector Mahbub Hossain under the Anti-Terrorism Act. Kamal, a former MP for Dhaka-15, was arrested in Gulshan on Oct 19, 2024, and has been in jail since.
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September 28, 2025 18:51 UTC
Citizens urge Election Commission to tackle ‘mob violence’ threats
Representatives from civil society urged the Election Commission to be vigilant against the threat of “mob violence” ahead of the parliamentary polls. On Sunday, civil society leaders expressed concern over the “serious situation” in which the current EC has taken charge, emphasising that any deviation from traditional election methods could exacerbate tensions. They warned that the likelihood of “mob” formation remains high, and the commission must be prepared to address this growing risk. The Election Commission, led by Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) AMM Nasir Uddin, held its first round of dialogues with stakeholders on Sunday, aiming to gather input for the upcoming election process. The dialogue was an opportunity for the civil society representatives to voice their concerns, which the CEC acknowledged as essential for the development of a credible election framework.
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September 28, 2025 17:53 UTC
47th BCS: 10,644 jobseekers clear preliminary test
A total of 10,644 candidates have passed the preliminary examination of the 47th Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS). The results were published on Sunday evening, Public Service Commission (PSC) spokesman SM Matiur Rahman confirmed to bdnews24.com. “According to that schedule, the results of the 47th BCS preliminary examination have now been published.”The exam was held from 10am to 12pm on Sept 19 simultaneously across 262 educational institutions in eight divisional cities. The PSC had issued the original circular for the 47th BCS on Nov 28 last year to recruit for 3,487 cadre posts and 201 non-cadre positions. The preliminary test had originally been scheduled for Aug 8 but was postponed by 43 days before finally being held.
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September 28, 2025 16:51 UTC
SUST expels 54 leaders, activists of ‘banned’ Chhatra League
They include Mohammad Mamun Mia of the Public Administration Department, Amit Saha of the Statistics Department, organising secretary of Chhatra League, Tariqul Islam Lyon of the Business Administration Department, and Chhatra League Vice-President Ashikur Rahman. Chhatra League Organising Secretary Farhan Chowdhury Aryan has been expelled for life on both charges. Meanwhile, 20 Chhatra League leaders and activists have been suspended for various terms on charges of attacking students and possession of arms and drugs. They include Akash Talukder, Chhatra League Vice-President Maidul Islam Murad of the Sociology Department, Chhatra League activist Nafiuzzaman of the Bangla Department, Durjoy Sarkar Niloy of the Political Studies Department, Maruf Mia of the Department of Public Administration, Rafaun Jahan Millennium of the Department of Petroleum and Mining Engineering. They include Chhatra League Vice-President of the Sociology Department Rezaul Haque Caesar, Vice-President of the Bangla Department Majidul Haque, Vice-Presidents Mohammad Rakibuzzaman, Ismail Hossain and Moniruzzaman Munna and others.
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September 28, 2025 10:31 UTC
BNP's Mirza Fakhrul hears 'echoes of Zia' in Yunus's New York remarks
BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir says the words of Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus at an event in the US evoked memories of former Bangladesh president and BNP founder Ziaur Rahman. “The people of Bangladesh have fought back every time. From the day a cruel, monstrous ruling clique sat over Bangladesh, the people began to resist. Our next generation -- our sons and daughters ahead of us -- undoubtedly think in more modern ways. We must have the mindset to embrace this, and we must build organisations to promote it.
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September 28, 2025 09:35 UTC
Joint forces raid home of ex-MP Haji Salim
Joint security forces are conducting a raid on the home of former member of parliament and Awami League leader Haji Mohammad Salim. Law enforcers say the raid on the house in Dhaka’s Lalbagh began around 11am on Sunday. However, they were unable to confirm why the operation was taking place. Deputy Commissioner Mollik Ahsan Uddin Sami of the Lalbagh Division of police said: “I do not know the details, but they asked us for police personal. Accordingly, we provided police personnel to support them.”Salim is currently in jail in connection with cases related to the July Uprising.
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September 28, 2025 09:17 UTC
Home advisor warns of strict action against Durga Puja rumour-mongers
Home Affairs Advisor Jahangir Alam Chowdhury says that strict action will be taken against those spreading rumours on social media regarding Durga Puja, the largest annual festival for Bengali Hindus. He made the remarks following a weekly meeting of the core committee on law and order at the Secretariat on Sunday. "Social media is being monitored and strict action will be taken against those spreading rumours." This year, 33,355 puja pavilions have been set up across the country for Durga Puja. "Twenty-four base camps have been set up to maintain law and order at 2,758 puja pavilions across the country."
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September 28, 2025 08:59 UTC
Remittances pulled Bangladesh economy back from brink after July Uprising, says Yunus
Remittances pulled Bangladesh economy back from brink after July Uprising, says YunusChief Advisor Muhammad Yunus has credited Bangladeshi expatatriates for rescuing the economy in the wake of the July Uprising. Your remittances were behind strengthening our economy,” he said at the “NRB Connect Day: Empowering Global Bangladeshis” event at the New York Marriott Marquis in Manhattan on Saturday. Yunus said he was personally hopeful about Bangladesh’s future, citing the strength of its young population, according to state news agency Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS). The programme opened with a presentation by Chowdhury Ashik Mahmud Bin Harun, executive chairman of the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA). He highlighted economic progress since the July Uprising, noting that remittances had grown by more than 21 percent during the past 15 months.
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September 28, 2025 08:59 UTC
Ballot printing process didn't affect fairness of DUCSU polls, says VC Niaz
Speaking at a media briefing on Sunday, he stressed that the ballot printing process involved multiple layers of checks that ensured due diligence, reports bdnews24.com. "It is clearly understood that neither of these factors affected the fairness of the election in any way because several steps are necessary to fully prepare the ballot papers for voting. Niaz said that an experienced company was given the responsibility of printing the ballot papers through a competitive bidding process following all the rules. The VC said that the associated vendor did not inform the university authorities about the ballot papers being printed at Nilkhet. They ensured the highest security in the ballot preparation process and in transporting them according to the contract.
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September 28, 2025 08:00 UTC
Russia launches major drone, missile attack on Ukraine, still ongoing
Emergency workers operate at an impact site in a residential neighbourhood after Russian drone and missile attacks in Kyiv, Ukraine, September 28, 2025. REUTERSEmergency workers operate at an impact site in a residential neighbourhood after Russian drone and missile attacks in Kyiv, Ukraine, September 28, 2025. REUTERSKyiv came under heavy drone and missile bombardment early on Sunday, in what independent monitors said was one of the biggest Russian attacks on the Ukrainian capital and surrounding region since the full-scale war began. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said Russia had launched a "massive" air attack on the country involving hundreds of missiles and drones. He said the attack underlined the need for more punitive sanctions against Russia to force it to stop its aggression.
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September 28, 2025 07:18 UTC
Join us to rebuild nation, advance reforms: CA Yunus to expatriates
Join us to rebuild nation, advance reforms: CA Yunus to expatriatesChief Advisor Muhammad Yunus has called on Bangladeshi expatriates to take part in rebuilding the nation, urging them to play a direct role in shaping the country’s future. “Bangladeshi expats can play a vital role in advancing the changes brought about by the July Uprising by contributing in their respective capacities,” he said. The gathering was attended by visiting Bangladeshi politicians and others who accompanied the chief adviser to the 80th United Nations General Assembly. The session featured NCP leader Tasnim Jara, BNP leader Humayun Kabir and Jamaat leader Nakibur Rahman as panellists. At the event, Yunus inaugurated a mobile application called Shubheccha, which aims to provide expatriates with access to essential services, guidance and investment opportunities.
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September 28, 2025 07:00 UTC
Yunus sends condolences for deaths of 4, including 3 firemen, in Tongi fire
Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus has expressed profound shock and sorrow over the deaths of four people, including three firefighters, in a fire at a chemical warehouse in Gazipur’s Tongi. “While performing the noble duty of saving lives, three of our brave firefighters along with another individual have lost their lives. This is a heartbreaking incident,” he said in a condolence message, according to state news agency Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS) on Saturday. The chief advisor is currently in New York to attend the 80th United Nations General Assembly. Fire Service personnel risk their lives day and night to protect people and property, he said.
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September 28, 2025 06:39 UTC
Drums and conches herald start of Durga Puja celebrations in Bangladesh
The sound of drums, ululation, conch shells and temple bells filled Dhakeshwari National Temple in Dhaka as worshippers gathered to welcome the Goddess Durga. With the Shashthi ceremony, the main formalities of Durga Puja, the largest annual festival of Bengali Hindus, officially began. Hindu custom holds that Durga Puja is marked in three stages -- Mahalaya, Bodhon, and Sandhipuja. This year’s Durga Puja countdown began on Sept 21 with Mahalaya, which also marks the start of the festival’s rituals. Durga Puja is being celebrated at 259 temples and pavilions in Dhaka city, seven more than last year.
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September 28, 2025 06:38 UTC
NBR recruitment test postponed for a week due to Durga Puja holidays
Some of the recruitment tests for the National Board of Revenue (NBR) have been postponed for a week as they originally fell during Durga Puja holidays, when educational institutions are closed. NBR First Secretary (Board Administration) and Secretary of the Divisional Election/Recruitment Committee Md Zahid Newaz provided the information in a statement on Sunday. The recruitment tests were scheduled to be held at Sher-e-Bangla Nagar Government Girls' High School in the capital. Now they will be held at the same venue but on Oct 11. The results were announced on the same day and the written examination date was set for Oct 11.
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September 28, 2025 06:27 UTC
EC opens dialogue with civil society ahead of polls
The Election Commission (EC) has begun talks with civil society representatives as part of a series of stakeholder consultations ahead of the 13th parliamentary elections. The dialogue, the first of its kind under the commission led by AMM Nasir Uddin, started around 10:45am on Sunday. The next parliamentary election is expected to take place in the first half of February, before Ramadan. The EC has said that the formal election schedule will be announced at least two months before polling day. According to the electoral roadmap, the stakeholder consultations are set to continue for between one and one-and-a-half months.
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September 28, 2025 05:57 UTC