‘Suicidal’ to stay unpreparared amid India-Pakistan war tensions: Yunus

May 1, 2025

PARBATTA NEWS DESK Chief Adviser of the interim government Dr Muhammad Yunus has said the current tension between India and Pakistan is alarming, and that not being prepared in such a situation would be “suicidal” for Bangladesh. “We live in a world where the threat of war is ever-present. The India-Pakistan situation remains extremely volatile,” […]Continue Reading

No discussion on so-called ‘humanitarian corridor’ with UN or any other entity: Shafiqul Alam

April 29, 2025

NEWS DESK Amid growing discussions on “humanitarian corridor” to Rakhine State of Myanmar through Cox’s Bazar, the interim government on Tuesday categorically said they have not discussed the so-called “humanitarian corridor” with the United Nations (UN) or any other entity. “We want to make it categorically clear that the government has not Continue Reading

Bangladesh reaffirms commitment to fully implement CHT Peace Accord

April 26, 2025

NEWS DESK Bangladesh has reaffirmed unwavering commitment to uphold the constitutional guarantee in promoting and protecting the rights of all citizens and to fully implement the Chittagong Hill Tracts Peace Accord. The commitment was reiterated by Chittagong Hill Tracts Affairs Secretary Md. Abdul Khaleque at the 24th session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous […]Continue Reading

Santu Larma’s granddaughter draws flak over UN speech on CHT

April 23, 2025

PARBATTA NEWS DESK PCJSS leader Santu Larma’s granddaughter Augustina Chakma has drawn criticism for her remarks at a UN forum where she called for the withdrawal of military camps and Bengali settlers from the region. Speaking at the 24th session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues in New York on 21 April as […]Continue Reading

Australian university reviewing Sheikh Hasina’s honorary degree amid genocide allegations

April 22, 2025

The Australian National University (ANU) is reviewing an honorary law degree awarded to former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in 1999, amid allegations of crimes against humanity linked to her tenure in office. According to a report by the Australian Associated Press (AAP), the university’s honorary committee has initiated a broader procedural review before Continue Reading

Arakan Army holds water festival 10km inside Bangladesh

April 21, 2025

Myanmar’s armed rebel group, the Arakan Army, crossed nearly 10 kilometres into Bangladesh’s Bandarban district and organised a water festival, raising concerns over sovereignty and national security. The two-day event, held on April 16–17 in the Remakri Mukh area of Thanchi upazila, reportedly featured armed Arakan Army members performing in uniform, while local political Continue Reading

US issues ‘Do Not Travel’ alert for Chittagong Hill Tracts

April 20, 2025

PARBATTA NEWS DESK The United States has reissued its travel advisory for Bangladesh, strongly cautioning its citizens against visiting the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT), citing persistent risks of communal violence, crime, terrorism, and kidnapping. The Level 4 “Do Not Travel” warning applies specifically to the districts of Khagrachhari, Rangamati, and Bandarban. The Continue Reading

Bangladesh aid to Myanmar will strengthen bilateral ties: army headquarters

April 17, 2025

NEWS DESK Bangladesh government’s emergency rescue, relief and medical assistance to earthquake-hit Myanmar will undoubtedly play a special role in building trust between the two countries and developing bilateral relations, said Col Md Shafiqul Islam, colonel staff of the Directorate of Military Operations at the Army Headquarters, at a press briefing. The media Continue Reading

Pahela Baishakh: Bangladesh marks New Year with call to end fascism

April 14, 2025

NEWS DESK Amidst a shifting political landscape, this year’s Pahela Baishakh unfolded with a renewed vigour in Bangladesh, embracing both traditional festivity and powerful political symbolism. The capital and other parts of the country buzzed with colour, music and hope as thousands of people came together to welcome Bangla New Year 1432, marked notably by […]Continue Reading

‘March for Gaza’ in Dhaka demands end to Israeli offensive in Palestine

April 12, 2025

NEWS DESK Thousands of people from across the capital gathered at Suhrawardy Udyan on Saturday afternoon, aiming to intensify global solidarity with the oppressed people of Palestine. The grand rally, titled ‘March for Gaza’, began around 3:15 pm with the screening of a documentary on atrocities of Israel on Palestinian people. Maulana Abdul Hye Mohammad […]Continue Reading