Nitai Roy Chowdhury: Government Pledges Highest Dignity for Culture

Cultural Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury said the government is working to advance the country through proper management of water resources and development of canals and wetlands.

Disaster Management Minister Asadul Habib Dulu advocates for cultural practices to foster a value-based generation in Bangladesh.

Prof. Md. Faridul Islam, Vice-Chancellor of Rajshahi University, inaugurated a national seminar emphasizing the emotional and revolutionary significance of Rabindra Sangeet and Nazrul Sangeet.

Cultural Affairs Minister Advocate Nitai Roy Chowdhury praised the renowned painter S M Sultan, describing him as an artist of the soil and its people, and an extraordinary painter whose work transcended national boundaries.

The Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy will hold a commemorative meeting and honoring ceremony for the July martyrs and injured of the 2024 Mass Uprising.

Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy has launched a digital database to promote a healthy cultural environment by cataloging artists, writers, and poets nationwide.

Bangladesh's Home Minister, Salahuddin Ahmed, has emphasized that all citizens within the country's borders share a singular national identity as Bangladeshis.

Cultural Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury asserts the political change in Bangladesh during the July-August 2024 mass uprising was inevitable due to the united front against fascism.

Prime Minister’s Political Adviser Zahir Uddin Swapon stressed the importance of producing quality films and providing government policy support to revive Bangladesh’s declining cinema industry.

Two individuals have been arrested for the brutal murder of four family members in Rangpur.

Bangladesh has extended shelter to Rohingyas fleeing persecution in Myanmar purely on humanitarian considerations, stated Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Md Asaduzzaman.

In a major anti-drug operation across 11 districts in the Chattogram range, 172 individuals were apprehended within 24 hours.

An 11-year-old female madrasa student was killed in a road accident in Chakaria upazila of Cox’s Bazar district.

Chattogram Metropolitan Police have successfully recovered 55 gold bangles stolen from a jewellery store, arresting six individuals including the salesman.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police's (DMP) Motijheel Division has arrested 54 individuals in recent anti-crime operations aimed at maintaining law and order.

Bangladesh has made significant progress in maintaining law and order and strengthening national security during the first six months of the government.

A court in Jamalpur has convicted 14 individuals for a 2016 double murder, sentencing seven to death and seven to life imprisonment.

The Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) has significantly increased its cyber security and risk management protocols at the nation's airports in anticipation of an upcoming ICAO security audit.

Justice (Retd.) Moyeenul Islam Chowdhury, former NHRC Chairman, has called for e-Judiciary reforms including AI-based case management and livestreaming of high-profile court proceedings to restore public confidence.

The government has appointed new deputy commissioners for Natore, Gaibandha, and Rangpur, along with a new divisional commissioner for Rajshahi.

Justice (Retd.) Moyeenul Islam Chowdhury calls for accelerating e-Judiciary reforms and livestreaming high-profile cases to restore public confidence in Bangladesh's judiciary.

Khulna University's Vice-Chancellor highlights the necessity of digital transformation in education to enhance educators' knowledge and skills.

A student leader from Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) has funded the master’s examination registration fee for a financially distressed Dhaka University student using his earnings from a ride-sharing motorcycle service.

The adoption of Bangla QR has led to a significant increase in digital transactions in Bangladesh.

Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology (RUET) has launched a fully automated system for research paper submission and review.

Faceless humanoids exceeded human records and delighted spectators at the World Robot Games in Beijing.

Dozens of coordinated arson and incendiary attacks across Thailand's insurgency-hit south late Saturday left at least three people wounded and government property burned, the military said.

Bangladesh achieves a significant milestone by rising to sixth place in the ICC Test rankings for the first time after a 1-1 series draw against Australia.

The Democratic Republic of Congo and the Rwanda-backed M23 armed group have agreed on a roadmap for peace talks.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) experienced a significant downturn, driven by investor anxiety over the persistent energy crisis.

President Volodymyr Zelensky has firmly rejected a call by his former defence minister to hold elections, stating it would pose a severe risk to the nation.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has publicly acknowledged the 'many problems' facing his country, amidst a new wave of US sanctions.

President Volodymyr Zelensky has rejected calls for elections amid the ongoing war with Russia, warning that holding a vote now would be a 'tsunami' that could 'split' the country.

Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister M Rashiduzzaman Millat has announced the soft opening of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport’s (HSIA) Third Terminal on December 16.

The government has appointed Ashik Chowdhury as the Chairman of the Invest Bangladesh Authority, effective immediately.

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam urges the international community to share the responsibility of resolving the Rohingya crisis.

Qatar Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has congratulated Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on his recent swearing-in as President of Bangladesh.

US President Donald Trump responded to Canada's announcement of retaliatory tariffs with his own set of measures, escalating the trade tensions between the two nations.

An Indonesian teenager dressed as Superman is helping to fight wildfires in Borneo.