Progress of fast bowling: The real test of Bangladesh’s fast bowlers lies abroad

Former fast bowler and current coach Nazmul Hussain stressed on personal responsibility. “The management can guide, but the players must be disciplined. Without awareness and commitment, the consequences will fall on them.” Former selector Habibul Bashar, who has watched many current fast bowlers closely, urged long-term planning. “With a challenging schedule ahead, a larger squad […]

FM Hassan Mahmood urges international community to ban new weapons and embrace AI for humanity

Foreign Minister (FM) Hassan Mahmood MP has called on the international community to abstain from any new weapons, let alone autonomous weapons, for the sake of humanity. He underlined the importance of benevolent application of artificial intelligence in various productive sectors including agriculture, medical science, space exploration, climate change and creating employment opportunities for the […]

US veto on UNSC resolution for ceasefire disappointing: Hassan Mahmood

Foreign Minister Hassan Mahmoud has criticized the United States (US) for vetoing a resolution raised in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Speaking to reporters at the Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday afternoon, he described the issue as 'disappointing'. The External Affairs Minister said that not only […]

Dhaka-Delhi will take forward Teesta water sharing treaty after Indian elections: External Affairs Minister’s update

Mahmood said they also discussed in detail the current conflict situation in Myanmar and agreed to work together on the issue as both the countries share their borders with that country. The external affairs minister said he reiterated Dhaka’s appeal to Delhi on Indian support to repatriate the forcibly displaced Rohingyas to their native lands […]

Proud moment for South Asian women: Indian President praises Sheikh Hasina’s leadership

In response, Piyush Goyal said that India is committed to ensuring economic and financial stability in Bangladesh. He assured to accept the request of Bangladesh Foreign Minister for supply of essential commodities. He stressed on further improving trade and commerce relations between the two countries. Other issues discussed included holding regular meetings, including a Commerce […]

Border guards on Myanmar border amid tension in Rakhine state, Bangladesh on alert: Foreign Minister’s statement

Foreign Minister Hassan Mahmood has said that members of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) are on alert in view of the tense situation in Myanmar’s Rakhine state. He made this comment while answering the questions of journalists at the State Guest House Padma in the capital on Saturday afternoon. The Foreign Minister spoke to journalists after […]