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China is prepared to work with the new government of Bangladesh to carry forward the long-established friendship, says its spokesperson on Tuesday (9 January). China reiterated to promote “high-quality” Belt and Road cooperation, and pursue greater progress for China-Bangladesh Strategic Partnership of Cooperation.

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Prime Minister and Awami League President Sheikh Hasina on Tuesday (9 January) said no one could survive in Bangladesh politics if they follow the suggestion of their foreign masters, in an apparent reference to BNP. "BNP was out to foil the national election (held on January 7). They have some (foreign) masters. They don`t know

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The oath-taking ceremony of the elected members of the 12th Parliament will be held on Wednesday (10 January). According to sources at the Speaker`s office, the Parliament Secretariat is making preparations for the oath-taking ceremony. Awami League (AL)-backed candidates won 222 seats in Sunday`s general election

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The new cabinet is set to take oath at the Bangabhaban on Thursday (11 January), following the recently held 12th parliamentary election on Sunday (7 January). Cabinet Secretary Mahbub Hossain said this on Monday (9 January). "The new cabinet will be sworn in at the Bangabhaban at 7pm on Thursday," said the secretary during a press briefing at the Secretariat on Tuesday (9 January).

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The United States shared the view with other observers that Sunday`s elections in Bangladesh "were not free or fair" and they regret that not all parties participated, the US State Department said. The United States remains concerned by the arrests of political opposition members and by reports of irregularities on elections day, said US State Department spokesperson Mathew Miller in Washington on Monday (8 January).

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The postponed election to the Naogaon-2 (Patnitala-Dhamuirhat) constituency will be held on February 12. The Election Commission postponed the voting to the constituency on December 29 after the death of independent candidate Aminul Huq who was contesting with the symbol `Eagle` in the elections, according to a gazette notification to this end was issued from the EC on Monday (8 January).

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In a significant turn of events, Nobel Laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus, renowned for his pioneering work in microfinance and social entrepreneurship, along with three top officials of Grameen Telecom, was sentenced to six months in jail by a Dhaka court for labor law violations. The Dhaka Labour Court`s decision resulted

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South Africa`s wicketkeeper-batter Heinrich Klaasen announced his Test retirement on Monday (Jan 8). The swashbuckling batter played only four Tests for South Africa, with his last appearance in red-ball cricket coming against West Indies in March last year. Klaasen ended his Test career with 104 runs in 4 matches. In late 2021, Quinton de Kock -- South Africa`s regular keeper-batter since Mark Boucher`s retirement -- had also called it quits from the format. In the recently-ended home series versus India, it was Kyle Verreynne who kept wickets with Klaasen being out of the squad.

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A fire broke out at Rajshahi Development Authority (RDA) market in Rajshahi city on Monday evening. The fire broke out at a grocery shop on the ground floor of the three-storey RDA market around 7:45 pm and engulfed the other shops soon, said Ohidul Islam, Deputy Director of Rajshahi District Fire Service.

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At least seven houses and establishments were vandalised allegedly by the supporters of an independent candidate who was elected MP from Natore-1 in Sunday`s (7 January) polls, in Bagatipara upazila of Natore district on Monday (8 January). Affected house owners alleged that the supporters of independent candidate Abul Kalam Azad led by Dayarampur UP member Akkas Ali swooped on the house of Jakaria, a Chhtra League leader, and vandalised the house on Monday morning.

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Featuring popular actors Khairul Basar and Safa Kabirstar, the tele-drama ‘Afsos,’ directed by Serniabat Shawon and produced by lyricist Jamal Hossain, is set to be released tomorrow on the YouTube channel of Rangan Music. Expressing his optimism about the drama, Basar said, “I really like the story of this drama

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Key global powers, including Russia, China, and India, extended their congratulations to Sheikh Hasina for securing victory in the 12th parliamentary elections and reiterated their commitment to work together for stronger bilateral relations. Diplomatic representatives from these nations have conveyed their well-wishes, acknowledging the ruling Awami League`s triumph.

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Anyone can challenge the percentage of voter turnout in 12th national polls held on Sunday (7 January), Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Kazi Habibul Awal said on Monday (8 January). "If anyone thinks that the number of casting votes have been increased, you are most welcome to check it and test our honesty," he said. The CEC made the remarks at a media briefing at the Election Commission (EC) media centre in Dhaka this afternoon.

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State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Nasrul Hamid has said that a new cabinet may be formed by January 15. He also said that the supply of power and energy at affordable prices will be the main challenge for the new government. He made the comments while exchanging greetings with reporters at his office in his ministry on Monday (8 January).

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