New Age | Strengthening democracy and democratic governance
2 days ago · These institutions play a strategic role in fostering, strengthening, and institutionalising democracy and democratic governance in Bangladesh. Particularly, this paper explores efforts to reform and reorganise the structure and functioning of these institutions to embed democratic values and strengthen democratic governance.
New Age | Bangladeshi youth leaders at forefront of COP29 ...
2 days ago · United News of Bangladesh . Dhaka 11 November, 2024, 15:48. As global leaders gather for the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change COP29 in Baku, a powerful dialogue on climate change is emerging among young leaders, policymakers and climate advocates. In a significant pre-COP29 roundtable titled ‘Youth as Agents of Change ...
New Age | Opportunity for rights, democracy
5 days ago · The establishment of a UN Human Rights Council office in Dhaka presents a vital opportunity for Bangladesh to address its rights challenges and move towards a more equitable society. However, for this initiative to succeed, it must overcome the pitfalls that have plagued domestic institutions. Empowering the office with adequate authority ...
New Age | New reform commissions yet to take shape
4 days ago · The four new reform commissions have yet to appoint members even three weeks after their announcement by the interim government. The announcement of the government’s decision to set up the four new commissions for health, labour rights, mass media and women’s affairs came on October 17. The interim government’s spokesperson Syeda Rizwana ...
Legacy of November 7 in Bangladesh - New Age
6 days ago · The legacy of the Liberation War permeates the national psyche, serving as a continual reminder of the cost of freedom and the importance of safeguarding it. November 7 adds another layer to this living legacy, reminding Bangladeshis that the values for which they once fought must be preserved with every generation.
Govt decides to repeal CSA - New Age
6 days ago · Govt decides to repeal CSA. Staff Correspondent 07 November, 2024, 17:24. Print. Bangladesh’s interim government advisory council, on Thursday, made a policy decision to repeal the controversial Cyber Security Act. This decision was made at a meeting held at the office of chief adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus in Tejgaon, Dhaka.
New Age | Working group formed to restore Dhaka canals
6 days ago · Working group formed to restore Dhaka canals. The adviser for ministries of environment, forest, and climate change, and water resources, Syeda Rizwana Hasan said on Thursday that a comprehensive plan was under way to free Dhaka’s canals from encroachment and pollution. She made the remark while speaking as chief guest at a seminar titled ...