Take steps to restore people’s faith in political system

The Awami League government should take steps to restore people’s confidence in the political system in Bangladesh after widespread violence rocked the country, said a report by the International Crisis Group (ICG).
26 July 2024, 18:00 PM

Indian union govt the sole authority on foreign affairs

The union government of India has the sole prerogative when it comes to matters of foreign affairs, said a spokesperson of its external affairs ministry acknowledging Dhaka’s note issued after Mamata Banerjee’s remarks.
25 July 2024, 18:00 PM

Indian union govt sole authority on foreign affairs

Says spokesman after Delhi gets Dhaka's note protesting Mamata's comments
25 July 2024, 14:48 PM

‘Mockery of justice’

Human Rights Watch yesterday condemned the harsh punishment meted out to the 57 Bangladeshis by the UAE following peaceful demonstrations.
24 July 2024, 18:00 PM

UAE did not impose restrictions on visas

The United Arab Emirates has not imposed any visa restrictions on Bangladeshi migrants, Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud confirmed yesterday.
24 July 2024, 18:00 PM

Normalcy to return in a short time

The government yesterday assured foreign diplomats that the situation arising out of students’ quota reform protest will normalise within a short time.
21 July 2024, 18:00 PM

Foreign minister to brief envoys today

Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud will brief foreign diplomats today on the current crisis that has arisen out of the quota reform movement in Bangladesh.
20 July 2024, 18:00 PM

UN, US, UK slam violence in Bangladesh

The UN, US, and UK have condemned the violence during last week’s students’ protests that left at least 150 people dead.
20 July 2024, 18:00 PM

Australia, India, US missions issue travel alerts

Foreign missions of Australia, India, and the US have asked their nationals in Bangladesh to remain on alert while travelling amid the ongoing student demonstrations.
18 July 2024, 18:00 PM

China for peace and stability in Bangladesh

China wants restoration of peace and stability in Bangladesh, said Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen yesterday.
18 July 2024, 18:00 PM

Uphold individuals’ rights to protest peacefully: US

The US has reiterated calls on Bangladesh government to uphold the rights of individuals to protest peacefully amid the nationwide ongoing quota reforms protests
18 July 2024, 13:32 PM

We wish for restoration of peace and stability in Bangladesh: Chinese envoy

China wants restoration of peace and stability in Bangladesh, said Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen today
18 July 2024, 10:40 AM

We want to see a quick resolution of present situation: EU envoy

Outgoing Ambassador of the European Union to Bangladesh Charles Whiteley has said all friends and partners of Bangladesh want to see a quick resolution of the present situation and the avoidance of further violence and bloodshed
17 July 2024, 22:32 PM

US embassy issues 'demonstration alert' for its citizens

The US Embassy in Dhaka today issued a "demonstration alert" for its citizens living in Dhaka and across the country saying the situation is extremely volatile
17 July 2024, 20:06 PM

Chinese ambassador dismisses claims about duration of Hasina-Xi meeting as 'nonsense'

Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen on Tuesday binned claims of a "brief" meeting between Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and Chinese President Xi Jinping during the former's recent visit to China as "nonsense"
16 July 2024, 21:51 PM

US State Dept’s 'false claim' of two deaths sparks criticism

Though there is no report in Bangladeshi media or from law enforcement agencies regarding any death during the ongoing student protests, the US Department of State spokesperson claiming two deaths has raised a question whether it fell prey to rumours on social media platforms
16 July 2024, 17:55 PM

Muslims should unite against Gaza genocide: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today called on the Muslim community to be united against the genocide in Gaza carried out by Israel
15 July 2024, 16:53 PM

PM emphasises boosting trade, cooperation between South, Southeast Asia

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today highlighted the need to enhance trade, commerce, and cooperation between South and Southeast Asia, particularly emphasizing improved connectivity between Bangladesh and Thailand
14 July 2024, 14:42 PM

PM condemns attack on Donald Trump

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today condemned the assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump at an election rally today
14 July 2024, 13:40 PM

China has agreed to pay $2b to Bangladesh in grants, loans: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said today that at her bilateral meeting with the Chinese President on July 10, Xi Jinping mentioned four areas of assistance in grants, interest-free loans, concessional loans and commercial loans
14 July 2024, 11:38 AM