If the draft law on the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is passed in its current form, it will fail to create an independent rights watchdog, warned speakers at a discussion organised by Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) yesterday.

Japan will continue working with Bangladesh and the international community to strengthen counterterrorism efforts and security measures, said Japan’s Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs Shimada Tomoaki yesterday.

China is open to other countries, including India, joining the proposed China-Bangladesh-Myanmar Economic Corridor (CBMEC), Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen said yesterday.

The government is committed to building an inclusive society where people of all faiths can live safely and peacefully and animals are protected from cruelty, said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman yesterday.

Education minister calls for regulations barring non-government teachers from local elections, saying political involvement disrupts classrooms and weakens education quality

Finance Minister Amir Khosru to lead panel tasked with revising proposed policy before next stage of approval

More than 10 lakh candidates sat for the tests nationwide, with Dhaka recording the highest absentee count among general boards

Drivers who lose all 12 points on their licences cannot renew or apply for new ones

Kotchandpur Jamaat ameer acknowledged the 'error' and returned the government-funded bicycle after questions were raised

Akhaura administration says houses were occupied by a local Awami League leader

Nahid Hasan disappeared after leaving his Savar home on Tuesday night; a witness later withdrew his initial claim of an attack

Local and expatriate contributions helped volunteers restore vital routes damaged by years of rain and neglect

Appellate Division overturns a High Court verdict that had stalled appointments and transfers over seniority rules

Ambassador Yao Wen says the connectivity project could support Rohingya repatriation and is open to other countries

Wisdom and literary works of Kazi Nazrul Islam have become even more relevant in an era shaped by artificial intelligence and rapid technological advancement, Tarique Rahman says

'Airstrikes' resume in Rakhine State near border after seven months

Residents fear at least 10 villages could be inundated as emergency protection work begins

Fast-growing subtype aims to boost farmers' profits, reduce imports and offer a distinct branded poultry product

MEA says process under judicial and internal review

Witnesses allege Selim Mia was snatched from custody, while Raipura police say he disappeared into a crowd