Category: South Asia

BSP Candidate Condemns Gender Bias on Talk Show BSP Candidate Condemns Gender Bias on Talk Show

BSP Candidate Condemns Gender Bias on Talk Show

Barisal, Bangladesh — Dr Monisha Chakraborty, the Bangladesh Socialist Party (BSP) nominee for the Barisal-5 constituency, has publicly criticised a popular private television talk show for what she describes as unethical conduct and gender bias during a recent broadcast. Speaking in a Facebook Live session on Wednesday night, Dr Chakraborty alleged that the channel’s management […]
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Released on Bail After Wife and Childs Death “Released on Bail After Wife and Child’s Death”

“Released on Bail After Wife and Child’s Death”

Jewel Hasan Saddam, a leader of a proscribed student organisation in Bagerhat, returned home from prison five days after the tragic deaths of his wife and nine-month-old son. Upon arriving at his residence on Wednesday night, Saddam immediately visited the graves of his wife and child, accompanied by his father-in-law Ruhul Amin Howlader, brother-in-law Shahnewaz […]
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Deposit Holders to Receive 9.5% Dividend

Deposit Holders to Receive 9.5% Dividend

The depositors of Sammlito Islami Bank are set to receive a maximum dividend of 9.5% on their deposits from 2026 onwards, Bangladesh Bank Governor Ahsan H. Mansur announced today. Speaking at a press conference at the central bank’s headquarters, Governor Mansur emphasised that the dividend rate is market-driven and calibrated to maintain competitiveness within the […]
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A third gender drug dealer arrested with a large quantity of cannabis A third-gender drug dealer arrested with a large quantity of cannabis

A third-gender drug dealer arrested with a large quantity of cannabis

In a decisive operation, the Bangladesh Army apprehended a third-gender individual involved in large-scale drug trafficking, seizing a substantial quantity of cannabis along with other items. The arrest took place late on Wednesday night, 28 January, at approximately 11:30 PM, at the Gournadi Bus Stand on the Dhaka–Barisal highway. The operation was led by the […]
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10 BNP Leaders Expelled from Party in Madaripur 10 BNP Leaders Expelled from Party in Madaripur

10 BNP Leaders Expelled from Party in Madaripur

In a decisive move ahead of the 13th National Parliamentary elections, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has expelled ten of its leaders from Madaripur-1 (Shibchar) for alleged violations of party discipline and engagement in anti-organisational activities. The announcement was made on Wednesday night (28 January) through a press release signed by the BNP’s Senior Joint […]
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Two supporters of an independent candidate were stabbed Two supporters of an independent candidate were stabbed

Two supporters of an independent candidate were stabbed

Electoral violence has surfaced in Faridpur-1 constituency, comprising Boalmari, Alfadanga, and Madhukhali upazilas, as two supporters of independent candidate Abul Bashar Khan were allegedly injured in a knife attack. The incident reportedly involved supporters of the BNP-nominated candidate, Khondkar Nasirul Islam. According to local sources, the attack occurred on Wednesday, 28 January, around 5:30 pm […]
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Six-Year Natural Catastrophe Reinsurance Review

Six-Year Natural Catastrophe Reinsurance Review

Global reinsurers have faced six consecutive years of substantial natural catastrophe losses, with annual losses exceeding USD 100 billion, according to rating agency AM Best. This sustained high-loss environment is prompting reinsurers to reassess their risk management strategies and contract structures, even though overall capital levels remain robust. AM Best reports that reinsurance contracts continue […]
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In the midst of boycott controversy Pakistan went ahead with travel arrangements In the midst of boycott controversy, Pakistan went ahead with travel arrangements

In the midst of boycott controversy, Pakistan went ahead with travel arrangements

Amid intense speculation over a possible boycott of the ICC T20 World Cup in support of Bangladesh, Pakistan appears to have opted against withdrawing, according to recent reports in Indian media. Sources indicate that the Pakistan cricket team has already booked flights to Colombo, Sri Lanka, signalling their commitment to participate in the tournament. Telecom […]
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