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Govt plans Broadcast Commission; violators face jail, Tk 50 lakh fine

Dhaka, Jan. 28 -- The government is set to establish a new Broadcast Commission to streamline the operations of various broadcasting entities, set standards and curb irregularities. The Ministry of I... Read More


New Politics: Poster-free election reshapes Bangladesh's campaign scenario

Dhaka, Jan. 27 -- For the first time in Bangladesh's electoral history, a national election campaign is unfolding without the familiar clutter of posters on walls, electric poles and roadside trees, m... Read More


Proposed poultry policy raises fears of monopolisation in chick supply

Dhaka, Jan. 25 -- A proposal to ban the import of day-old chicks for commercial poultry farms included in the final draft of the National Poultry Development Policy-2026 has triggered widespread conce... Read More


Delay in regular promotion in public administration sparks discontent

Dhaka, Jan. 22 -- A prolonged delay in regular promotions has triggered a deep crisis within the public administration, leaving hundreds of officials in three tiers frustrated. According to insiders,... Read More


Dhaka can't withstand major quake; 95% of its buildings unplanned: Experts

, Nov. 23 -- Dhaka, one of the world's most densely populated megacities, may face a catastrophic humanitarian disaster if struck by a major earthquake, leading geologists and engineers have warned. ... Read More


Bangladesh prepares NEIR amid 'clone phone threats, obstruction'

, Nov. 22 -- Amid rising concerns over the national security risks posed by clone and tampered mobile devices, the government is preparing to launch the National Equipment Identity Register (NEIR), a ... Read More


Controversy resurfaces over DC appointments ahead of election

, Nov. 16 -- The recent reshuffle and appointments of district commissioners (DCs) in 52 districts ahead of the national elections have sparked fresh controversies, raising concerns over neutrality, e... Read More


Frustration brews as 'contractual bureaucrats tighten grip on administration'

, Nov. 10 -- Despite repeated calls for administrative reform, much of the bureaucracy reportedly remains dominated by contractual officials, leaving career officials disheartened over limited decisio... Read More


Govt plans ordinance to punish airline ticket syndicates in Bangladesh

Dhaka, Nov. 6 -- The government is set to promulgate an ordinance amending the Civil Aviation Act, 2017 to curb the activities of airline ticket syndicates. The Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism... Read More