Dhaka, March 15 -- The Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) organised an Iftar and prayer gathering on Friday on the DRU premises. The event was attended by DRU members and political leaders.

During his pre-Iftar speech, BNP Standing Committee Member Mirza Abbas stated that journalists often refrain from reporting on the connections between certain businessmen and political parties. He emphasised the significant responsibility of journalists, noting that their writings can greatly benefit or harm the nation.

At the event, he also demanded justice for Asiya's rapists.Mirza Abbas further remarked that he was the only one accused of the crime of allotting plots to journalists, while no journalists faced charges. He expressed his deep regret over this...