Conflicts driving displacement include the war in Sudan, which Grandi described as “one of the most devastating wars” but has received less attention than other crises. Grandi said more than 9 million people are internally displaced and another 2 million have fled to neighbouring countries such as Chad, Egypt and South Sudan. “There are hundreds […]
At the same time, they must also accept that the full implementation of the Chittagong Hill Tracts Peace Accord is the government's responsibility. The Chittagong Hill Tracts People's Committee, one of the major signatories to the peace accord, is demanding the full implementation of the accord and elections to the Chittagong Hill Tracts Regional Council […]
Answering questions from journalists outside the venue, Sohnur Rahman said that their talks covered a wide range of issues, including the post-election political situation, human rights, labor rights, the economic situation, the risks of climate change and the Middle East. According to multiple sources, the US Assistant Secretary of State asked about the political climate […]
Amar Bangladesh Party, AB Party, on Tuesday organized a discussion meeting followed by an Iftar program celebrating the Independence Day at Bijoy 71 intersection, close to the central office of the AB party in the capital. Veteran freedom fighter and president of Rashtravadi Muktijodha Dal, a BNP-affiliated forum for freedom fighters, Ishtiaq Aziz Ulfat addressed […]
Women empowerment: Participation in economic activities should increase
In a media release, the High Commissioner said, “I am concerned by allegations that the justice system is being used to harass human rights lawyers, journalists and civil society leaders. I encourage the investigation of alleged enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings in line with international standards. Volker Turk said. “In Bangladesh, I am concerned that […]
How can posters like 'City dwellers want servers, not exploiters' or 'Why are people burdened with withholding tax' become defamatory for anyone? There is no law in the country prohibiting putting up posters on civic issues and concerns. Raising voice on these issues of public interest cannot be considered a crime. It is alleged that […]
The destination of most female Bangladeshi workers is Saudi Arabia. Questions have been raised about the quality of training of our women workers there. Moreover, these workers are forced to return due to many other reasons including health complications, home sickness, low wages, working without pay, food habits, language barrier and physical, mental and sexual […]
“I will continue to serve the people of Bangladesh and the social business movement to the best of my ability,” he said in the statement. As my lawyers have convincingly argued in court, this decision against me flies in the face of all legal precedent and logic. I call on the Bangladeshi people to speak […]
At the event, TIB gave an Investigative Journalism Award, 2023. Shariful Islam, chief correspondent of Ekushey.com (https://ekushey.com/) from Chattogram, received the award in the regional newspaper category, Zahid Hasan, correspondent of Dainik Kaler Kantho Sawar, received the award. in the National Newspaper category and senior independent television journalist Hassan Misbah received the award in the […]
Anindya Islam, BNP organizing secretary for Khulna division, said Aminur maintains social status as a college teacher, but the police is treating him like a top criminal. This is a blatant violation of human rights. When contacted, Additional Superintendent of Police (Crime) in Jashore Belal Hussain declined to comment on the issue. Jailor Shariful Alam […]
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Turki said in a letter to Hasina that Zia’s release would be seen as “an important step towards political dialogue and reconciliation”. “I appeal to your government to consider his release so he can receive the urgent and specialized medical care he needs outside the country,” he wrote in […]
