Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing elected president by pro-military parliament

On Friday, legislators from the main union Solidarity and Development Party and armed forces appointed from military quotas endorsed Min Aung Hlaing, with the former commander-in-chief winning the vote by a landslide. Despite initially trailing retired general and junta Prime Minister Nyo Saw, Min Aung Hlaing took the lead, garnering 429 votes to Nyo Saw’s […]

Finance Minister to present budget of 7.97 trillion taka for 2024-25 in Jatiya Sangsad

In addition, measures like constant monitoring of markets to control inflation, increasing coverage of social safety nets, automatic adjustment of fuel oil prices in line with the global market will help in having a positive impact on inflation. Several initiatives have been taken in the next budget, which includes ensuring food for all, improving the […]

12th National Poll: An Analysis of the Parliament's Composition and Election Dynamics

Despite the absence of the BNP and its allies in the electoral fray, at least 15 people were killed in election violence across the country since the election schedule was announced. Additionally, more than 2,200 people were injured in election-related clashes. In the 12th national election, Awami League got 224 seats in the Parliament, Jatiya […]

Parliamentary Caucus on Justice says development agenda must tackle injustice

To achieve Smart Bangladesh characterized by Smart Citizens, Smart Government, Smart Society and Smart Economy, it is imperative to formulate policies that guarantee marginalized communities are not only included but also thrive. This includes ensuring widespread access to technology, promoting digital literacy universally, leveraging e-governance to make public services more transparent and accountable, and revising […]