At least 22 sectors in Bangladesh continue to pay their workers much less than what is needed to meet basic human needs.
As per proposals sent to constitution reform commission
It envisioned a republic built on the principles of equality, human dignity, and social justice
As the crimson sun rises on the first day of Baishakh, its golden rays spill over a land alive with colour, music, and tradition
Perceived to be an embodiment of the July uprising, the interim government was empowered with an overwhelming mandate for reforms.
As new US tariffs shake global trade routes, Bangladesh is pursuing a plan to reduce its trade imbalance with the US through targeted import increases, regulatory reforms and behind-the-scenes diplomacy. Bangladesh is not panicking and may even stand to gain, officials said yesterday.
For many students, pursuing higher education abroad remains an unattainable dream due to high costs and logistical challenges. However, transnational education (TNE) is reshaping the global learning landscape, offering internationally recognised degrees without the need to leave one’s home country.
Reiterating the government’s plan to hold the next general election in December, Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus yesterday told police to act impartially and not give in to pressure from any group during the polls.
The Electoral Reform Commission has proposed a new law in line with internationally accepted guidelines, such as maintaining impartiality and ensuring true representation, while demarcating parliamentary constituencies.
The BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami now seem to be poles apart over when the local and parliamentary elections should be held and the proportional representation system in the House.
The Election Commission has sought Tk 2,794 crore for conducting the 13th parliamentary election, making it the costliest poll in Bangladesh’s history.
There is no hard and fast decision on when the next election will be held, but the Election Commission is making preparations to hold it in December.
Political analysts have opposed the Electoral Reform Commission’s recommendation of making a bachelor’s degree mandatory to become a member of the upper house in the proposed bicameral legislature.
Poised on the cusp of discussions on its much-promised reforms, the interim government completes six months in office following a wave of turbulence.
Elections in Bangladesh are an expensive affair, with candidates spending between Tk 5-10 crore to secure nominations and for their campaigns, according to a report by the Westminster Foundation for Democracy.
As speculations swirl around the timing of the next general election, remarks from election commissioners and historical precedents suggest that the highly anticipated 13th national polls may take place this December or next January.
Scenarios point towards a December-January election
The government committee on primary education is set to recommend a classroom size of 30 so that teachers can give extra attention to weaker students to help with their learning.
