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Birth centenary of Tajuddin Ahmad observed

Academics, professionals and journalists on Wednesday at a discussion meeting held in Dhaka said the late politician Tajuddin Ahmad, founding prime minister of Bangladesh, who was one of the organisers  of the 1971 War of Independence, wanted to establish a democratic country upholding the rights of the common people...

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US reaffirms support for reform efforts

The United States has reiterated its strong support for the ongoing reform initiatives, led by the interim government of Bangladesh under the leadership of Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus, during the celebration of US Independence Day in Dhaka Wednesday evening...

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Dhaka-Delhi ties built on shared sacrifices: India

Indian minister of state for external affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh highlighted the enduring strength of Bangladesh-India ties, calling them ‘forged through shared experiences and sacrifices’ and a ‘foundation for a partnership that is both resilient and forward-looking’.

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New audit ordinance cuts CAG’s independence: TIB

The Transparency International Bangladesh on Thursday urged the interim government to amend immediately the Public Accounts Audit Ordinance, 2025, saying that the ordinance has curtained the constitutional authority of the Comptroller and Auditor General and would pave the way for corruption and tax evasion...

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Bangladesh presses Pakistan for apology over 1971, asset share

Dhaka on Thursday in a meeting with Islamabad once again called for a formal apology for atrocities perpetrated by the Pakistani occupation forces during the War of Independence in 1971 and return of Bangladesh’s due share of its pre-independence assets and...

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Declare April 10 as republic day: discussion

Politicians, academics and professionals at a discussion in Dhaka on Thursday demanded the declaration of April 10 as republic day since proclamation of independence was adopted on this day in 1971...

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Bad reviews to business revival

STARTING a business is often portrayed as a pursuit of passion, innovation and financial independence. Entrepreneurs step into the market with ambitious ideas, eager to carve a niche and build something meaningful. Yet, the reality is far more demanding. Success hinges not just on a compelling idea but on the ability to navigate unforeseen challenges, manage...

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ULAB celebrates Independence Day

The University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh celebrated the Independence Day 2025 with a programme, honouring the heroes of the Liberation War, on Tuesday.

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ULAB celebrates Independence Day

The University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh celebrated the Independence Day 2025 with a programme, honouring the heroes of the Liberation War, on Tuesday...

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Independence Day celebrated across Bangladesh

The nation on Wednesday celebrated the 55th Independence and National Day paying tributes to the freedom fighters who made supreme sacrifice in the War of Independence in 1971 to free the country from the Pakistani occupation forces...

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Harvesting independence in ‘new’ Bangladesh

IN 2025, Bangladesh’s 54th anniversary of Independence Day cannot be observed by bypassing the July 2024 movement. Some people may not endorse the epithet ‘second independence’, the outcome of the student uprising that ended Hasina’s autocratic rule and created a ‘new’ Bangladesh. They may have a reason. It may be that they compare the second..

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Opposition wins Greenland vote, as nationalists surge

The centre-right opposition has won a surprise victory in legislative elections in Greenland, the Danish territory coveted by US president Donald Trump, as support also surged for the nationalist Naleraq party seeking independence as soon as possible...

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7 named for Independence Award

The interim government has reinstated the Independence Award of former president Ziaur Rahman (posthumous) declared in 2003 and picked individuals for this year’s Independence Award, the highest civilian award, for their outstanding contributions to the country, reported United News of Bangladesh...