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The chief advisor to the interim government, Dr. Muhammad Yunus, said, "Our responsibility is to complete the reforms as soon as possible and prepare for the elections. We have no chance of failure." He said this in an interview with Japan's state broadcaster NHK in New York, USA. Dr. Muhammad Yunus said, "The youth have sacrificed their lives for the revolution." He also highlighted his position on involving the young generation in the government's policymaking. He said, "Bangladesh seeks the support of Japan, the largest donor country, at this critical juncture." Dr. Muhammad Yunus also emphasized how important Japan's cooperation is for restoring the country's economy and solidifying the foundation of democracy. The chief…

Nobel laureate Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus-led interim government is in talks to expand the number of advisors. Four to five new faces may join the current advisors. New advisors will be added to reduce the workload of advisors who are serving in multiple ministries, including important ministries. There are discussions that experienced people in the work of the relevant ministries may join the advisory council. No one can say the exact date by when the advisory council will be expanded. However, it is known that the Cabinet Division has also made initial preparations in this regard. An official of the Cabinet Division, who did not want to be named, said that there was a discussion earlier this month about expanding the advisory council. The chief advisor returned to the country…

The Chief Advisor to the Interim Government, Dr. Muhammad Yunus, has returned home after attending the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly and other high-level bilateral meetings. The Qatar Airways commercial flight carrying the Chief Advisor and his entourage landed at Shahjalal International Airport at 3:32 am on Saturday (September 28). The press wing of the Chief Advisor confirmed this. Earlier, a Qatar Airways commercial flight carrying the Chief Advisor and his entourage left New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport for Dhaka at 9:30 pm local time on Friday. The flight landed at Dhaka's Shahjalal International Airport after 2 am Bangladesh time today (September 29).

A legal notice has been issued to the concerned parties seeking a maximum price of 700 taka per kg of hilsa fish. Supreme Court lawyer Khandaker Hasan Shahriar sent the notice on Sunday (September 29). The notice names the Secretary of the Ministry of Commerce, the Secretary of the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock, the Director General of the National Consumer Rights Protection Department, the Chairman of the Bangladesh Competition Commission, the Chairman of the National Board of Revenue and the Chief Controller of the Office of the Chief Controller of Import and Export as respondents. In addition, India and Bangladesh have agreed to monitor the wholesale and retail markets of hilsa fish within the next 7 days, take effective steps to prevent illegal smuggling of hilsa fish across the border, and adopt a joint action plan in response to issues such as rising sea temperatures and climate change.

Dengue is taking a terrible shape across the country. The number of infected patients is increasing every day. Along with this, the death toll is also getting longer. Experts believe that dengue will take a more terrible form next month if effective steps are not taken to prevent the spread of Aedes mosquitoes. Dengue patients are being admitted to various hospitals in the capital every day with high fever and body aches. This is increasing the pressure of patients in various hospitals in the country including the capital. So far this year, 28,565 people have been admitted to hospitals due to dengue. Of these, 150 have died. Of these, 25 people have died in the last seven days (September 22-28). Doctors said that some new symptoms are appearing this time. Many have platelet…

After the record price in the country's market, the price of gold has been reduced slightly. To buy a 22-carat gold bar, you will have to pay 1 lakh 37 thousand 449 taka. In a notification on Saturday (September 28), Bajus announced the new price of gold. Earlier, in view of the increase in the price of acidic gold in the local market, the price of gold was increased in two phases last Tuesday and Wednesday (September 24-25). Last Saturday, Bajus announced the new price after the price of acidic gold decreased. This price will be effective from Sunday (September 29). According to the new price, the price of 22-carat gold (11.664 grams) will be 1 lakh 37 thousand 449 taka. In addition, the price of 21-carat gold…

There are allegations of extortion or illegal benefits being obtained by changing the names of advisors. If anyone does this, they will be handed over to the police, said Advisor on Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Dr. Asif Nazrul. He said this while going live on his Facebook page at 11 am on Saturday (September 28). Asif Nazrul said, "Before and after I came to the government, many people requested to take pictures with me. Now I am hearing that some are showing these pictures and are obtaining illegal benefits. They are also trying to extort money by saying various things. I strongly protest against this. The advisor said that those who are doing or trying to do such activities will be handed over to the police, and said, "Under no circumstances will my…

India has lifted the ban on rice exports after 14 months. In addition, the export duty on rice has been reduced to 10 percent. As a result, exporters will be able to export all types of rice except basmati. This information was given in a statement issued by the central government on Friday. The order will come into effect immediately, according to a report by Indian media NDTV. Earlier, in July 2023, the Indian government had imposed a ban on rice exports to ensure rice supply within the country and keep prices under control. However, this time, exporters have welcomed the decision to lift the ban on rice exports. They have called this step a 'game changer'. Rice…

Principal Advisor to the Interim Government, Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, has left New York for Dhaka after attending the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly and other high-level bilateral meetings and events. The Principal Advisor's Press Secretary, Shafiqul Alam, said that a commercial Qatar Airways flight carrying the Principal Advisor and his entourage left New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport for Dhaka at 9:30 pm local time on Friday (September 27). The flight is expected to land at Dhaka's Shahjalal International Airport at 2:15 am Bangladesh time on September 29. Shafiqul Alam said that this was the most successful visit by a head of government of Bangladesh to attend the UN General Assembly session.…

Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, the chief advisor to the interim government, delivered a speech in Bengali at the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly. He began his speech at the General Assembly Hall of the United Nations Headquarters at 11:24 am on Friday (September 27), local time in New York. The full text of the nearly 38-minute long speech is as follows: Honorable President, Good morning. First of all, I would like to congratulate you on being elected as the President of the United Nations General Assembly. I assure you that the Bangladesh delegation will provide you with full cooperation in carrying out your duties. I also sincerely appreciate Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' strong commitment and successful leadership in upholding the mandate of the United Nations and resolving global crises. 'Summit of the Future'…