Assam Prepares to Mark Birth Centenary of Bhupen Hazarika
Assam prepares to commemorate the birth centenary of legendary cultural icon Bhupen Hazarika. Celebrations honor his profound artistic legacy and international academic background.
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Assam prepares to commemorate the birth centenary of legendary cultural icon Bhupen Hazarika. Celebrations honor his profound artistic legacy and international academic background.
During a parliamentary session on Monday, the Deputy Speaker directed two ministers to speak softly. The intervention came while a female lawmaker was addressing the house.
The supportive task force for the National Tree Plantation Cell convened its third meeting at the Secretariat in Dhaka. Officials reviewed comprehensive plans to plant millions of saplings over the coming years.
Potential mayoral candidates have covered Madaripur town with campaign posters and banners despite no municipal election schedule being announced. Local residents and officials have expressed concern over the unauthorized visual clutter across the municipality.
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman chaired a high-level review meeting at the Bangladesh Secretariat on pollution control, waste removal, and circular waterway development for rivers surrounding Dhaka. The session focused on restoring navigability and addressing severe environmental degradation in the Buriganga, Turag, Dholeshwari, Balu, and Shitalakkhya rivers.
Police have arrested three suspects including a driver and recovered Tk 97.03 million following the theft of Tk 10 million belonging to a Chinese garment businessman. The funds, meant for factory wages and expenses, were stolen from a vehicle in an incident reported to law enforcement.
State Minister for Liberation War Affairs Ishraq Hossain has criticized an 11-party long march, citing the waste of approximately one lakh litres of fuel amid a national shortage. Speaking in Kushtia on September 5, he also discussed constitutional reforms and local political events.
National Citizen Party spokesperson Asif Mahmud Sajeeb Bhuiyan addressed the concluding rally of the 11-party alliance's Dhaka-Chattogram long march. The major political event took place on Saturday, 5 September 2026, at Laldighi Maidan in Chattogram.
BNP celebrated its 48th founding anniversary in Faridpur's Nagarkanda with rallies, tree planting, and fish stocking programs. State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obayed spoke to journalists during the event regarding foreign policy and fuel concerns.
Tensions flared at Islamic University in Kushtia following a physical altercation between members of Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal and Islami Chhatra Shibir. Law enforcement and university authorities intervened as activists staged counter-positions and blocked a nearby highway.
A violent clash erupted between activists of the BNP and the NCP in Anwara, Chittagong, leaving five individuals injured. The incident took place on Saturday evening, September 5.
Culture Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury has issued a stern warning against fertilizer manipulation and hoarding. The warning was delivered during an exchange of views meeting organized by local BNP affiliates in Magura.
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party celebrated its 48th founding anniversary with a discussion meeting and cultural program at the Krishibid Institution Bangladesh auditorium. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman addressed the gathering as the chief guest.
State Minister for Liberation War Affairs Ishraque Hossain arrived in Kushtia on September 5, 2026. During his official visit, he inspected the Khoksa Police Station and addressed a memorial meeting.
Farmers in Kurigram's Bhurungamari have taken 198 sacks of fertilizer from a warehouse following shortages. Meanwhile, protests over fertilizer supply and power crises continue nationwide.
An analysis of child marriage prevention efforts in Naogaon highlights persistent systemic issues. Officials and organizations report that halted weddings often resume following administrative interventions.
Tozammel Hossain Khan, widely known as Taju Khan, has passed away while undergoing medical treatment at a hospital in Dhaka. The prominent figure died on Friday, September 4, 2026, prompting an official message of condolence from the presidency.
Relief Minister Asadul Habib Dulu inaugurated the Burn and Plastic Surgery Service Center at Rangpur Medical College Hospital on September 5. During his visit, he addressed journalists and discussed the ongoing investigation into a major murder case.