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SC upholds Mujahid�s death sentence

SC upholds Mujahid’s death sentence
The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court yesterday upheld the death penalty to Jammat leader Ali Ahsan Muhammad Mujahid for crimes against humanity during the 1971 Liberation War. A four-member bench comprising Chief Justice Surendra Kumar Sinha, Justice Nazmun Ara Sultana, Justice Syed Mahmud Hossain and Justice Hassan Foyez Siddique delivered the verdict in a jam-packed courtroom around 9 am. “For the reasons to be assigned later on, this appeal is allowed in part. Appellant Ali Ahsan Mujahid is acquitted of charge no.1. His conviction in respect of charge nos. 3, 5, 6 and 7 is maintained. His sentence in respect of charge, nos. 3, 5 and 6 is maintained. His sentence in respect of Charge No.7 is commuted to imprisonment for life,”…

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Trafficking new form of slavery: SHUJAN
Trafficking new form of slavery: SHUJAN
A new bondage of slavery has emerged in certain south and southeast Asian nations including Bangladesh…

Italy warns EU over quota plan

Italy warns EU over quota plan

AFP, LUXEMBOURG: Italy warned yesterday that EU solidarity is at stake if the 28-nation bloc fails to reach a deal on sharing the burden of the Mediterranean migrant crisis. Italian Interior Minister Angelino Alfano said as he arrived for talks with his counterparts in Luxembourg that France risked…
President's parade held in BMA

President's parade held in BMA

CHITTAGONG: One hundred thirty four, including 13 female cadets of the Bangladesh Military Academy (BMA) here, formally passed out through a colorful ceremony at Bhataiary BMA Parade Ground yesterday, reports BSS. Among the commissioned officers in Bangladesh Army, 114 male cadets and 13 female cadets…
Prospects for financial year 2015-16

Prospects for financial year 2015-16

A recent first article reviewed what has happened to the Bangladesh economy in the Financial Year 2014/15.  Now we examine what will happen in the next year.  We claim the economy in the current year slowed down sharply probably below 5% growth.  The Bangladesh economy is highly competitive…
Nobel laureate Tim Hunt says he was forced to resign

Nobel laureate Tim Hunt says he was forced to resign

The outrage toward Tim Hunt built like a tsunami. On Tuesday, the Nobel Prize-winning scientist climbed on a conference stage and delivered an undeniably sexist joke, less than 40 words in length. “Let me tell you about my trouble with girls,” he said. “Three things happen when they…

Don�t turn into �terrorists� in fight against terrorism

Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Mizanur Rahman yesterday cautioned law enforcers so that they themselves do not become ‘terrorists’ while fighting against terrorism, reports UNB. “It’s the duty of law enforcers to ensure the security of the public alongside…
Kitchen markets take Ramzan heat despite authorities’ assurance

Kitchen markets take Ramzan heat despite authorities� assurance

Despite assurance by the authorities concerned that there will be no price hike ahead of Ramzan, the prices of a few essential commodities have already marked a rise at the retailer level in the capital, reports UNB. Visiting several kitchen markets in the city, the correspondent found that the prices…
EU envoy for quick act on
climate negotiations

EU envoy for quick act on climate negotiations

Ambassador of the European Union (EU) Delegation to Bangladesh Pierre Mayaudon yesterday said the year 2015 is a decisive year for climate negotiations mentioning that the quick act together will ensure maximum benefit, reports UNB. “Serious risks are associated to climate change, a swift transition…
‘10th Citycell–Channel i 
Music Award’ presented

�10th Citycell�Channel i Music Award� presented

In recognition of noteworthy contribution to the different fields of the country’s music scene, the biggest musical arrangement in the country ‘10th Citycell–Channel i Music Award’ was presented on Monday evening. This year, different awards in as many as 17 categories under…
Bangladesh throw away a certain win

Bangladesh throw away a certain win

A set piece tragedy deprived Bangladesh from a deserving win against Tajikistan when a late strike from forward Fakhullo helped the visitors make a 1-1 draw in the World Cup qualifying match at the Bangabandhu National Stadium. The better side on the day went ahead on 50th minute through Emily and Fakhullo…
Jackfruit growers get high yield, fair prices

Jackfruit growers get high yield, fair prices

Growers of jackfruit of six upazilas in Jhenidah are happy with both production and prices this year. Jhenidah sadar upazila agriculture officer Khan Mohammad Moniruzzaman said jackfruit, the national fruit of Bangladesh, is popular among consumers of all section across the country. Besides its great…
Bangladesh working hard to 
strengthen democracy: PM

Bangladesh working hard to strengthen democracy: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said Bangladesh is following Westminster democracy and has been working hard to strengthen its all democratic institutions, reports UNB from London. “Though we’ve been trying to follow Westminster type of democracy, it’s a difficult job. Anyway, we’re…
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