Democracy International's chief of party Catherine Cecil visited BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir. The visit occurred Sunday evening at the party chairperson's Gulshan office. BNP Joint Secretary General Syed Emran Saleh Prince attended the session. Democracy International sent principal director Md Abdul Alim and deputy chief of party Aminul Ehsan as representatives. The formal meeting began at 6:00pm.
Ukrainian forces killed two people and wounded four others during attacks on Russia's Belgorod region Sunday. Regional Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov reported that artillery fire struck a residence in Shebekino, killing one woman. A separate drone assault on Rakitnoe resulted in one male fatality. Belgorod has faced continuous bombardment since Russia launched its military operation against Ukraine in February 2022. The attacks represent part of ongoing cross-border hostilities between the neighboring nations.
Russian officials accused Britain of leading efforts to prolong the Ukrainian conflict. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov dismissed Western attempts to pressure Moscow as ineffective strategies that would not facilitate peace...
Bangladesh secured a three-wicket victory against Sri Lanka during Saturday's Asia Cup Super Fours match at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The Tigers advanced one step closer to their final aspirations through this important triumph. Saif Hassan delivered the winning performance with 61 runs from 45 deliveries, earning him the man of the match award. The opener emphasized his team's methodical approach toward their ultimate goal. Bangladesh maintains confidence about reaching the tournament's championship game.
The squad directs complete attention toward their upcoming encounter with India. Saif Hassan highlighted the necessity of progressing through each contest individually rather than looking ahead. Mustafizur Rahman...
H-1B visa holders from India and China experienced widespread panic after President Trump announced new visa fees as part of his immigration restrictions. Workers abandoned vacations and frantically returned to the United States before a Sunday deadline. Tech companies and financial institutions issued emergency notifications directing employees to come back immediately.
Multiple incidents occurred at airports where passengers demanded to exit flights after learning about the policy changes. An Emirates flight from San Francisco faced delays when several Indian nationals left the aircraft. Workers described the situation as forcing them to choose between family obligations and their American employment.
The White House later clarified...
Former Bangladesh cricket captain Tamim Iqbal launched fierce criticism against BCB president Aminul Islam Bulbul during Sunday's press conference. Tamim demanded fair elections after meeting with the sports adviser about election integrity concerns. He expressed frustration over government interference at district and divisional levels across the cricket board. The former captain highlighted serious irregularities in the councillor nomination procedures that violated established protocols. Election commission formation occurred on September 6, yet deadline extensions happened without proper authorization.
Tamim accused Bulbul of unilaterally extending nomination deadlines from September 17 to September 22 without consulting other...
Zimbabwean football club Highlanders FC has signed former SuperSport United striker Atusaye Nyondo as their latest acquisition. The 34-year-old Malawian becomes the eighth player from his country to join Zimbabwe's premier league this season. Nyondo arrives as a free agent following his departure from South African championship side Casric Stars FC earlier this year. The Bulawayo-based team announced his signing alongside midfielder Martin Mhubu ahead of their Chibuku Cup quarter-final match. Highlanders expect the veteran forward to participate in Sunday's fixture against Scottland FC at Barbourfields Stadium.
Nyondo earned recognition by winning the 2011 National First Division Golden Boot award with 16 goals. His international...
Bashundhara Shuvosongho conducted an anti-drug awareness program at Global International School and College during Sunday activities. Managing Director Md Shariful Islam served as the primary speaker for the educational event. Atikul Islam led the session as branch convener while member secretary Shakil Mahmud Pavel managed program coordination. Branch advisers Md Al Momin Hossain Sajib and Md Khairul Islam Murad attended alongside several organizational members. Additional participants comprised Ariful Islam, Ismail, Morium, Sabikun Nahar, Shahin, Sabuj, and Zafar.
Islam emphasized that substance abuse affects entire communities rather than individual users alone. The convener announced plans to provide counseling services for any...
JMI Group marked the United Nations World Peace Day celebration through elaborate festivities across Bangladesh's capital city. The pharmaceutical manufacturer has maintained this annual tradition since 2008 as part of its commitment to global peace initiatives. Company founder, Md. Abdur Razzaq launched proceedings by releasing balloons and white doves at the University of Dhaka's Curzon Hall peace monument. Participants marched from the university through Doyel Chattor before concluding at Raju Bhaskarjya intersection. The corporate headquarters hosted a subsequent discussion forum that addressed themes of peace awareness and human equality.
The industrial conglomerate operates 43 subsidiary companies with international partnerships...
President Trump directed the Justice Department through social media to pursue legal action against political opponents. Attorney General Pam Bondi received public instructions to investigate California Senator Adam Schiff and New York Attorney General Letitia James. Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte has accused both Democrats of document falsification regarding mortgage applications. Trump dismissed federal prosecutor Erik Siebert after the attorney declared insufficient evidence existed to charge James with mortgage fraud. White House aide Lindsey Halligan received an appointment to replace Siebert in the Eastern District of Virginia position.
Schiff led impeachment proceedings against Trump over Ukraine interference...
