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Draft Ordinance Approved:
Tribunal May Recommend Action Against Political Parties
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20 Nov 2024, 17:04
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The Advisory Council has approved the draft of the amendment to the International Crimes Tribunal Ordinance, aimed at addressing cases of genocide and crimes against humanity. If the ordinance is enacted, the tribunal will have the authority to recommend trials for political parties involved in crimes against humanity.
On Wednesday (November 20), the draft ordinance was approved during a meeting of the Advisory Council held at the Secretariat.
According to the draft, the International Crimes Tribunal will not have the direct authority to punish political parties for crimes committed. However, the tribunal may recommend necessary punitive measures to the relevant authorities.
Earlier, for the first time since the formation of the interim government, nearly all advisors, including Chief Advisor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, attended a meeting held at the Secretariat. While regular meetings of the Advisory Council were previously held at the Chief Advisor's residence, Jamuna, or the Chief Advisor's Office, this marked the first time such a meeting was held in the conference room of the Secretariat, the administrative hub of Bangladesh.
After the meeting, the Chief Advisor began working at the Secretariat. As a result, security in and around the area has been significantly heightened.
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Royal Enfield 350cc Launches in Bangladesh Today
The 350cc Royal Enfield will be available in Dhaka, Bangladesh from today (October 21, 2024), after an unveiling event at the company's flagship store in the capital's Tejgaon area.
Royal Enfield's Bullet, Meteor, Hunter, and Classic will be available in 12 different colors. Initially, one or two models will be available in 2-3 colors, according to reports.
Royal Enfield distributor Ifad Group has a production unit in Cumilla's Chauddagram where it assembles the motorcycles. Even though the company has not yet disclosed, the prices of the bikes will be between BDT 4,00000 and BDT 500000, added industry insiders.
Reports also suggested the average mileage of the motorcycles will be 36-38 km. Motorcycles with engines over 165cc used to be restricted in Bangladesh until September last year when the government raised the bar to 375cc.
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In this regard, the 2024 Classic 350 is updated with type-C charging ports, along with the addition of LED headlamps, LED pilot lamps, a Tripper navigation pod, a gear-position indicator, and adjustable levers.
For a safe riding experience, the new Classic 350 has a 300mm disc in the front, while the rear gets a 270mm disc or a 153mm drum brake. It is available with both single-channel and dual-channel ABS.
Three of a Family Shot Dead in Ukhiya Camp
Three members of a family were gunned down by unidentified terrorists at a Rohingya camp in Ukhiya upazila of Cox's Bazar early Monday (October 21).
The incident happened around 5 am.
The deceased were Ahammad Hossain (65), his son Syedul Amin (28), and his daughter Asma Begum (15). They were residents of camp No-17 of X-block.
Confirming the matter, Ukhiya police station's Officer-in-Charge Arif said they are investigating to identify the killers.
He said that with the help of APBN police, the body was recovered and sent to Cox's Bazar Sadar Hospital for autopsy after this incident. Legal action is pending.
According to the camp sources, the campaign has been associated with the terrorist activities of the deceased Rohingya Syedul Amin Arsa for a long time. Because of this, unknown terrorists attacked him brutally and killed him along with his parents.
After the attack, unidentified terrorists escaped through S-4, and B-7 blocks of Lal Pahar.
Bangladesh Receives $1,532.66 Million Remittance in 19 Days
Expatriate Bangladeshis sent around $1,532.66 million in remittances during the first 19 days of October in the fiscal 2024-25.
Of this, remittances through state-owned and specialized banks accounted for $478.98 million, while private banks received $1,049.66 million.
According to the Bangladesh Bank data, during the 19 days, six state-owned commercial banks - Agrani, Janata, Rupali, Sonali, Basic, and BDBL - received $400.82 million while one state-owned specialized bank- Bangladesh Krishi Bank- received $78.16 million.
Of the state-owned banks, Agrani Bank received $95.17 million, Janata Bank $105.50 million, Rupali Bank $96.06 million, Sonali Bank $104.05 million and Basic Bank received $0.04 million.
Besides, the expatriates have sent $1049.66 million through private commercial banks.
The highest $308.15 million remittance came to the country through Islami Bank Bangladesh Ltd.
Barrister Suman Arrested
Mirpur Model Thana Police has arrested Syed Sayedul Haque (Barrister Sumon), former Member of Parliament of Habiganj-4 (Chunarughat-Madhabpur) Constituency and a viral face on social media.
However, due to the vandalism and burning of the Mirpur Model Police Station during the anti-discrimination student movement, no accused can be kept there for the time being. For this reason Barrister Suman has been arrested and kept in Pallabi police station for the time being.
On Monday (October 22), the officer-in-charge (OC) of Pallabi police station said. Nazrul Islam confirmed this information.
He said, on Monday (October 22) night, barrister Sumon, a former member of Parliament, was arrested from Dhaka by the Mirpur Model Police Station in the student murder case during the anti-discrimination student movement. But due to vandalism and arson at the Mirpur Model Police Station during the agitation, there is currently no place to keep the accused. For this reason Barrister Suman has been kept in Pallabi police station.
Earlier, barrister Syedul Haque Sumon suddenly gave a mysterious Facebook status at midnight. On Monday (October 21) at 1:21 PM, he wrote on Facebook that he was going with the police.
Suman wrote on his verified Facebook page, I am going with the police. See you in court. Everyone pray.
Cyclone 'Dana' Threatens to Follow Amphan's Path
A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal intensified into a well-marked low by 4 PM on Monday, October 21. Meteorologists warn that it may develop into a cyclone, potentially following the same path as the devastating Cyclone Amphan.
Satellite images from Japan show that by Monday evening, the system's center was located near 15°N latitude and 92°E longitude, with winds reaching 50 km/h around the core. It is currently moving northwest and is expected to continue in this direction over the next 24 hours.
Meteorologist A.K.M. Nazmul Haque stated that the system could develop into a depression by Tuesday, October 22, bringing light rain to southern parts of Bangladesh.
Experts predict that Cyclone Dana could impact the coastal areas of Khulna and Barisal divisions, with concerns of storm surges along the coast. Fishermen have been advised to stay near the coast and take precautions to reach safe shelters quickly if necessary.
Mustafa Kamal Palash, a weather and climate researcher at the University of Saskatchewan, Canada, warned that Dana could hit the coast late Thursday night, potentially crossing land through the Sundarbans, impacting both Bangladesh and West Bengal.
According to the European Union’s weather forecast model, there is a high chance of the cyclone making landfall as a severe storm between midnight on October 23 and 6 PM on October 24, directly affecting West Bengal and the Khulna division.
Barrister Sumon Placed on 5-Day Remand
The court granted a 5-day remand to Barrister Syed Sayedul Haque Sumon, former Member of Parliament of Habiganj-4 Constituency.
The police produced him in the Chief Metropolitan Magistrate's Court of Dhaka on Tuesday (October 22).
For the sake of proper investigation of the case, the investigating officer, sub-inspector of Mirpur Model Police Station, Abdul Halim applied for a 10-day remand. On the other hand, his lawyer requested to cancel the remand and applied for bail. The state opposed bail. After hearing both sides, Dhaka Metropolitan Magistrate Zakir Hossain rejected his bail application and granted a 5-day remand.
Earlier on October 21, the police arrested him from the Mirpur No. 6 area of Dhaka around 1:30 p.m. He was arrested in the case of vandalizing and burning the Mirpur Model Police Station during the anti-discrimination student movement.
The plaintiff in the case is Hridoy Mia, an assistant cook at the 'Bangaliana Bhoj' Hotel in Mirpur. He was shot during the anti-discrimination movement. After the fall of the government, he filed this case of attempt to murder at Mirpur Model Police Station on September 23.
Deep Depression in Bay / Maritime Ports Advised to Hoist Warning Signals
A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal has intensified into a depression, with the possibility of evolving into a cyclone, according to the Meteorological Department.
As a precaution, seaports across Bangladesh have been instructed to hoist warning signal number 1.
All fishing boats and trawlers in the northern Bay of Bengal are advised to remain close to shore and be ready to seek shelter at short notice.
Day and night temperatures may increase slightly across the country today.
In a special notice issued Tuesday (October 22), the Meteorological Office stated that the depression, as of 6 am, was situated 785 km south-southwest of Chattogram, 700 km south-southwest of Cox's Bazar, 820 km south-southeast of Mongla, and 760 km south-southeast of Payra seaports. The system is expected to continue moving and may develop into a cyclonic storm.
The Meteorological Department reported that the sustained wind speed around the depression center is 40 km/h, reaching up to 50 km/h in gusts. The sea conditions are rough in the vicinity of the depression.
According to the weather forecast on Wednesday (October 23) said that light to moderate rain or thundershowers may occur in most parts of Khulna, Barishal, and Chattogram divisions and some parts of Rangpur, Rajshahi, Dhaka, Mymensingh, and Sylhet divisions.
Along with this, there may be moderate heavy rainfall in some parts of the country. Day and night temperatures may differ from 1 to 2 degrees across the country.
According to the weather forecast on Thursday (October 24), most places of Rangpur, Rajshahi, Dhaka, Mymensingh, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram, and Sylhet divisions may experience light to moderate rain or thundershowers.
Along with this, there may be moderate heavy rainfall in some parts of the country. Day and night temperatures may differ from 1 to 2 degrees across the country.
