President's Military Secretary Major General Bahauddin Honors Late Barrister Jamiruddin Sircar

Members of Parliament from both sides of the aisle paid rich tributes to former Speaker and Acting President Barrister Jamiruddin Sircar, honoring his contributions to democracy, rule of law, and parliamentary practice.

The Bangladesh Parliament Secretariat and UNFPA organized a workshop to enhance legislative action on women's and youth rights.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman joined the funeral prayer for former acting President and Speaker Barrister Muhammad Jamiruddin Sircar.

Chief Whip Md. Nurul Islam emphasized the need for stronger parliamentary cooperation with the European Partnership for Democracy to enhance Bangladesh's democratic processes.

Deputy Speaker Barrister Kayser Kamal emphasized the need for Members of Parliament to take a proactive role in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the commitments of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD).

The National Standing Committee of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) reviewed government projects and party activities at a recent meeting.

Speaker of the Bangladesh Jatiya Sangsad Hafiz Uddin Ahmad stressed the vital role of Members of Parliament in establishing a sustainable and equitable society.

Condolences and tributes continue to pour in for former acting President and Speaker of Jatiya Sangsad Barrister Jamiruddin Sircar, who passed away today at 94.

Jahangirnagar University Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Mohammad Kamrul Ahsan expressed profound shock and sorrow at the death of former Acting President and Speaker of the Jatiya Sangsad, Barrister Jamiruddin Sircar.

Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury informed the parliament that the government spent Tk 982.92 crore on Mujib Borsho-related programmes.

The second session of the 13th parliament, focused on the budget for 2026, has been adjourned till 3:00 pm tomorrow.

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam today expressed deep shock and sorrow at the death of former Speaker of the Jatiya Sangsad, Barrister Jamiruddin Sircar.

Bangladesh will participate in the BIMSTEC National Security Advisers’ Meeting in New Delhi on July 16, despite rejecting India’s explanation over a recent airport incident involving Prime Minister’s Adviser Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman.

Bangladesh Railway has restored train services on the Dhaka-Chattogram-Cox's Bazar route following emergency repairs to flood-damaged tracks.

The Bangladesh Coast Guard has seized 400 bottles of foreign liquor worth Tk 1.36 crore in Chattogram.

Authorities opened the Shailmari Sluice Gate to facilitate drainage of stagnant water from the waterlogged Beel Dakatia area, providing relief to residents affected by prolonged flooding.

Bangladesh's foreign exchange reserves have increased to $36.58 billion, according to the latest data from Bangladesh Bank.

A seven-member committee has been formed by the government to expedite the disposal of appeals, revisions, and references relating to sentences awarded by mobile courts.

Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Administrator Md. Shafiqul Islam Khan conducted on-site inspections of several waterlogged areas in Dhaka to assess the drainage system and direct immediate measures to resolve waterlogging caused by continuous rainfall.

Heavy rain, flooding and landslides in Chattogram division have claimed over 50 lives and damaged nearly 80,000 homes and hundreds of educational institutions.

The government has intensified its relief efforts in response to the severe flooding and landslides that have affected approximately 867,000 people across five districts in the Chattogram division.

Traffic policemen in Dhaka face significant challenges in regulating traffic and ensuring pedestrian safety as heavy rainfall inundates the city's streets.

The Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent examinations have been postponed for the Chattogram Education Board, while other boards will proceed as scheduled.

Khulna City Corporation (KCC) Administrator Nazrul Islam Manju inspected the repair work on the Alutala Sluice Gate to prevent waterlogging.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) arrested 107 individuals in coordinated operations across six police stations as part of its ongoing efforts to combat crime.

Members of Parliament and government employees from Gazipur district have decided to donate part of their salaries to the Prime Minister's Relief and Welfare Fund to support flood-affected people.

Water and climate experts emphasize the need for resilient urban planning, restoration of natural waterways, and strengthened water management systems to reduce the impacts of floods and waterlogging in Bangladesh.

Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald has highlighted Bangladesh's fast bowlers as a significant challenge ahead of the two-Test series in Australia next month.

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has seized assets worth TK 33 crore belonging to Khairul Bashar, the owner of BSB Global Networks, as part of an ongoing money laundering investigation.

The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) has directed 161 government Technical Schools and Colleges to relocate valuable assets and take emergency measures as flood situations worsen.