Dhaka Tribune is one of the fastest-growing news sites in Bangladesh, due to its reputation of neutral coverage and intelligent analysis. A young group of...
Reports of women being refused entry onto regular public buses, whether made in jest or whether such a practice is beginning to emerge, are not something to simply laugh off. Every day, countless women in Dhaka travel by bus to offices, universities, schools, and for countless other reasons. For them, getting on a bus is never simply about travelling from one place to another. It... Details
Today, the world pays tribute to the victims and survivors of terrorism. We honour their courage, amplify their voices, and reaffirm the global community's commitment to their dignity and rights. Since 2017, the United Nations has observed August 21 as the "International Day of Remembrance of and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism." Reading the UN secretary-general's... Details
A new salary structure covering around two million government employees, pensioners and other beneficiaries has moved closer to implementation, with the Cabinet now set to decide when it will take effect and whether the financial burden will be spread over multiple phases. Prime Minister's Adviser on Finance and Planning Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir said on Thursday that two major stages of... Details
BNP Standing Committee member Advocate Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has been appointed acting secretary general of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). The party announced the decision in a press release on Thursday. Rizvi was appointed in accordance with Article 7(b)(6) of the BNP constitution, according to the release. The appointment takes effect immediately. BNP Assistant Office Secretary... Details