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PM Sheikh Hasina Warns BNP-Jamaat Against Arson Terrorism
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has issued a stern warning that stricter measures will be taken against the BNP-Jamaat alliance if they engage in further acts of arson, terrorism, or destruction under the guise of political movements.
Addressing a gathering of lawyers at the 2023 Lawyers’ Grand Rally in Dhaka, Sheikh Hasina emphasized that while the opposition parties have the right to conduct political movements, any involvement in criminal activities will not be tolerated.
The Prime Minister urged the legal community to expedite the resolution of cases related to arson and terrorism that occurred during the 2013-2015 political movements, during which over 500 people were killed and many suffered burn injuries.
She stressed the importance of bringing those responsible for these crimes to justice to prevent any encouragement of such actions. The Prime Minister also recalled the tragic history of losing loved ones during the liberation struggle and urged that the culture of impunity must not be allowed to return.
The rally, held at the Bangladesh Bar Council Bhaban, was also attended by various dignitaries, where the Prime Minister unveiled a book titled “Bangabandhur Ayeni Darshan” (Bangabandhu’s Legal Philosophy) and witnessed a cultural performance presented by the Bangladesh Silpakala Academy.
Sheikh Hasina pledged additional funds to the benevolent fund for lawyers and urged others to contribute, highlighting the government’s efforts to improve the legal system in the country.
She also called on lawyers to assist victims, especially women and children, in obtaining justice. The Prime Minister encouraged people to utilize all available land for food production to address global economic challenges and rising inflation.
Furthermore, she expressed her commitment to ensuring the rule of law and justice in the country and urged lawyers to stand by the victims. The Prime Minister stressed the need to bolster food security in light of global challenges and rising prices due to international conflicts.
The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has issued forecasts of rain or thundershowers for Dhaka, Rangpur, and five other divisions, commencing from 9 am today and extending over the next 24 hours. This weather forecast encompasses Rangpur, Rajshahi, Dhaka, Mymensingh, Khulna, Barishal, and Sylhet divisions, where accompanying gusty or squally winds are anticipated during the rainfall. Additionally, Chattogram division is expected to experience some activity, albeit in fewer places, with the potential for hail in isolated areas.
The BMD bulletin highlights that various areas within these seven divisions may witness significant thunderstorm activity, accompanied by temporary gusty or squally winds, with isolated occurrences of hail.
Temperature levels across the nation are projected to remain consistent, both during daytime and at night. Over the past 24-hour period, Rajshahi recorded the highest temperature in the country at 34.7 degrees Celsius, while Sreemangal, Moulvibazar, experienced the lowest temperature at 21.2 degrees Celsius.
Dhaka witnessed the most substantial rainfall, measuring up to 87mm. Residents in the affected divisions are advised to prepare for adverse weather conditions and stay informed about further forecasts from the BMD.
The Jashore Education Board has achieved the highest pass rate of 92.32% among the nine boards in the 2024 Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examination, according to official data.
Conversely, Sylhet remained at the bottom with a pass rate of 73.35%, continuing its trend from last year when it also recorded the lowest pass rate of 76.06%.
Data from the education board website reveals that the Dhaka board secured a pass rate of 83.92%, while Rajshahi board achieved 89.25%, Cumilla board 79.20%, Barishal board 89.13%, Chattogram board 82.80%, Dinajpur board 78.40%, and Mymensingh board 84.97%.
Earlier today, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina received the results of this year’s SSC and equivalent examinations. Students have been able to access their results through the official website.
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina launched the 2024 Hajj program (1445 hijri) in Ashkona, the capital, today, May 8th.
Subsequently, she exchanged pleasantries with the Hajj pilgrims at the Ashkona Hajj camp.
The maiden Hajj flight is set to depart from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport for Saudi Arabia on Thursday (May 9).
Dedicated Hajj flights will also operate from Chattogram and Sylhet airports, landing at Jeddah and Medina airports.
This year, 85,257 Bangladeshi pilgrims are expected to undertake the holy journey. Among them, 4,562 will be under government management, while 80,695 will be managed privately.
The Hajj is tentatively scheduled for June 15th, contingent upon the moon sighting.
In attendance were Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan, Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Muhammad Faruk Khan, Dhaka North City Corporation Mayor Atiqur Rahman, Chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Religious Affairs Ministry Mohammad Huchamuddin Chowdhury, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Bangladesh Essa Yousef Essa Alduhailan, and president of Hajj Agencies Association of Bangladesh (HAAB) Shahadat Hossain Taslim.
Religious Affairs Minister Md Faridul Haque Khan chaired the inaugural function, while Religious Affairs Secretary Md A Hamid Zamadder delivered the welcome address.
