In the recently published recruitment notification for the 43rd Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS), 227 final-recommended candidates have been excluded.
The Ministry of Public Administration's Recruitment Branch announced on Thursday (January 2) through a circular that adverse reports were received against these candidates from the National Security Intelligence (NSI) and the Directorate General of Forces Intelligence (DGFI).
The circular stated that the 227 candidates were temporarily deemed ineligible for recruitment, and further verification and scrutiny regarding their cases have been decided. Additionally, a total of 267 candidates, including 40 who were absent during the medical examination on December 30, have been excluded. The notification confirmed the appointment of 1,896 candidates.
However, the excluded 227 candidates will have the opportunity to apply for reconsideration. The ministry clarified that this application process will be open to all concerned candidates.
This explanation was provided by the Ministry of Public Administration in response to protests from the excluded candidates of the 43rd BCS.
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At least 11 people, including six cops, were injured on Tuesday as the Karachi police attempted to disperse sit-ins across the city against the recent killings in Parachinar, located in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Kurram District.
The religiopolitical Majlis Wahdat-i-Muslimeen (MWM) had given a country-wide call of protests to express solidarity with the people of Parachinar, who have also been staging a sit-in since December 20 against the law and order situation as well as road closures.
The demonstrators are protesting the ongoing violence in Kurram as well as an incident where two people were killed and later decapitated after being waylaid on their way towards Parachinar in the district's Bagan area.
Speaking to Dawn.com, MWM spokesperson Syed Ali Ahmer Zaidi alleged that the police resorted to tear gas shelling and baton-charge at "10 places — including Abbas Town, Power House and Kamran Chowrangi" — and got the roads cleared.
However, he added, the sit-ins at three locations were continuing, namely at Numaish Chowrangi, Ancholi and Rizvia Society. He criticised what he called "state tyranny against peaceful protesters".
Violence also erupted on main National Highway in Malir where police and protesters clashed, resulting in injuries to several policemen and protesters.
Police surgeon Dr Summaiya Syed said that four injured people, including one in critical condition with a bullet wound to the head, were brought to the Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre from Malir.
She said three policemen from Malir with injuries caused by hard and blunt instruments were also brought. The police surgeon further said that three policemen were injured in clashes with the protesters at Numaish Chowrangi, two constables and the Pak Colony station house officer, and were also brought for treatment.
Dr Summaiya said one person with a gunshot injury on his left arm was brought from Numaish Chowrangi to Civil Hospital Karachi.
Malir Superintendent of Police (SP) Saeed Rind told Dawn.com that the protesters blocked the highway at Malir-15 at night. He said when the police took action to get the highway vacated; the protestors who were armed allegedly resorted to "straight firing", resulting in bullet injuries to two policemen.
He said the police resorted to tear gas shelling and dispersed the protesters who fled towards the streets. The Malir SP refuted charges of the protesters that the police resorted to firing on them, saying that only tear gas shelling was used.
Meanwhile, the MWM spokesperson in a statement said that the "police resorted to straight firing on participants of the sit-in in Malir, resulting in bullet injuries to nine persons including two in critical condition."
The spokesperson said they would not be deterred by bullets and threats and a large number of people had again started gathering at Numaish Chowrangi while an emergent meeting of the MWM was underway to chalk out future course of action.
MWM Information Secretary Asif Safvi condemned the alleged heavy firing and shelling by police and security forces on protesters at Numaish Chowrangi. He also condemned alleged violence on senior religious scholar Allama Hassan Zafar Naqvi by paramilitary forces, "who failed to open the roads in Parachinar".
Safvi maintained that the protest "will continue in any case".
"The Sindh government has used force. We will fight state oppression," he said. He added that dozens of protesters were injured by police brutality at Numaish Chowrangi and condemned the arrest of Allama Naqvi.
"The government and some black sheep are conspiring to create communal riots in the city," he said. "Banned sectarian groups are being given free rein on the streets as part of a conspiracy to suppress the demands of the public."
He called on the Sindh government to stop brutality against innocent civilians, adding that protesting is the right of every citizen.
He also called on PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari and President Asif Ali Zardari to take notice of the "state oppression" by the Sindh government.
2024: A Challenging Year for Global Cinema
The year 2024 has been a challenging one for Hollywood, particularly for superhero films. Despite high expectations, major releases like Madame Web, Joker 2, and Venom: The Last Dance failed to resonate with audiences or achieve significant box office success.
Even Deadpool and Wolverine, a collaboration of iconic characters, fell short of industry buzz. The consistent underperformance highlights a growing audience fatigue with repetitive superhero narratives, signaling an urgent need for fresh ideas and creative storytelling.
Hollywood’s struggles extended beyond superheroes, as summer blockbusters such as Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1, Hellboy: The Crooked Man, and Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga also disappointed. However, animated films became the industry's saving grace. Movies like Inside Out 2, Moana 2, and Despicable Me 4 performed remarkably well, especially in South and Southeast Asian markets, where they grossed significant revenue.
On the other hand, global cinema flourished. Sean Baker’s Anora earned the prestigious Palme d’Or at Cannes, breaking a 13-year streak of European dominance in the category. The film, centered on the life of a sex worker, also propelled actress Mikey Madison to stardom.
French-Mexican crime comedy Emilia Perez dominated award circuits, receiving the most Golden Globe nominations. Indian cinema shone brightly with All You Imagine As Light, which won the Grand Prix at Cannes, while Korea’s Exhuma became the highest-grossing Korean film of the year.
Hollywood’s Top Grossers of 2024:
Inside Out 2
Deadpool and Wolverine
Wicked
Moana 2
Despicable Me 4
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
Dune 2
Twisters
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire
Kung Fu Panda 4
Top Global Non-English Films:
The Seed of the Sacred Fig
The Count of Monte Cristo
Emilia Perez
Varmingleo
All You Imagine As Light
Exhuma
182 Beyond Youthful Days*
A Part of You
I Am Still Here
The Girl with the Needle
While Hollywood faced a creativity crisis in 2024, global cinema demonstrated its vitality, pushing the boundaries of storytelling and earning acclaim worldwide. This year highlighted the shifting balance in the entertainment industry, where diversity and innovation are the new keys to success.
World's Most Expensive Reality Show Cost $100 Million; Winner Gets Private Island
The most expensive reality show in history has over a thousand contestants a grand prize of over $5 million and a private island.
Squid Game became a cultural phenomenon when it was released on Netflix in 2021. The Korean thriller was based on a fictitious game show that pitted financially struggling people in deadly situations for the entertainment of the elite. While Squid Game was a comment on commercialism and capitalism, it ironically spawned real-life game shows along the same lines. Of them, one emerged as a $100-million behemoth, becoming the most expensive reality television show in history.
The most expensive reality show ever
YouTuber Mr Beast took his viral challenges into the streaming world with his first reality TV game show, Beast Games. Made along the same lines as the challenges from Squid Game, Beast Games is the biggest reality show in the world. As per The Business Insider, the YouTuber invested $100 million of his own money to produce the massive show. This cost does not include the prize money of $5 million, along with a Lamborghini and a private island. Mr Beast's show is head and shoulders clear of other reality TV shows, such as WMAC Masters, which cost $11 million to make (back in 1995). In fact, Beast Games' budget even exceeds many of the biggest television series globally, including Squid Game ($22 million), Game of Thrones ($50 million), and The Last of Us ($90-100 million).
How Beast Games broke 50 world records
Beast Games has been a record-breaking TV show in more ways than one. Not only does it hold the record for being the most expensive reality TV show ever, but it is also the game show with the highest prize money (above $5 million). In a promo for the show, the creator revealed some of the other records the show had broken and emphasised that the Guinness Book of World Records recognised a total of 50 records that the show had broken.
About Beast Games
Beast Games is a competition series that began streaming on Amazon Prime Video on December 19. Created by Jimmy Donaldson, aka Mr Beast, the show gives contestants a chance to win huge amounts of money through challenges. The difference from Squid Game is that there is no threat of death here. In each episode, one member is offered an opportunity to quit the show on the spot and get given $80,000, but as a consequence, the rest of their row is eliminated, too. The first season comprises ten episodes, which will drop weekly.
Marzuk Russell Reveals the Reason for Not Getting Married
Marzuk Russell is both a lyricist and an actor. He prefers to live life on his own terms. In his kingdom, he is like a king! He speaks, writes, and lives the way he wants. He has his unique language, different from everyone else.
The personal life of a lyricist and actor often influences young people. Along with this, there is a lot of curiosity among his fans. One such curiosity is why he has remained unmarried. Recently, Marzuk spoke openly about this issue in an interview with a media outlet.
It has been heard that he had a relationship with a young girl named Zerin. Later, she married and settled down, but he did not. Did this romance make him reluctant to get married? Does he not want to settle down?
In response to this question, Marzuk, in his usual manner, said, "It was one-sided, from my side. In my teenage years, nature made me indulge in this madness. Married life and family life are not the same. One can live alone and still have a family. Even when living far away and alone, I am not against marriage—our family includes my grandmother, mother, sister, and brother. I first tried to get married in 1996, but it didn't work out. If the match doesn't happen, I am not interested in forcing a match according to social norms.
Recently, the political satire film 840 was released, in which Marzuk Russell has acted. The film is directed by Mostafa Sarwar Farooki.
Bollywood's Most Talked-About Weddings in 2024
As the world gears up to bid farewell to 2024 and welcome the New Year, the festive spirit is in full swing. From the start of the year to its end, several stars in Bollywood tied the knot, making headlines with their grand or intimate wedding celebrations. Here's a look at some of the most talked-about celebrity weddings of the year.
Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal
On June 23, Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal began their new chapter together after seven years of dating. The announcement of their wedding sparked a controversy about the actress's religion, as Sonakshi is Hindu and Zaheer is Muslim. However, the couple chose to marry through a civil ceremony, not adhering to any religious rituals.
For their special day, Sonakshi wore a white ensemble sent from Zaheer’s family home, while Zaheer wored a white kurta-pajama. The reception, held at 8 pm, followed a strict dress code, asking guests to avoid red. Sonakshi wore a stunning red Banarasi saree, and Zaheer complemented her in an off-white kurta set.
Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant
Anant Ambani, son of India's billionaire Mukesh Ambani, married Radhika Merchant, daughter of businessman Viren Merchant, on July 12 in a grand Gujarati ceremony. Their relationship began during college and culminated in marriage after two pre-wedding ceremonies.
Radhika stunned in an ivory lehenga, while Anant opted for a pastel-toned outfit. Their wedding saw a star-studded guest list featuring Bollywood, cricket stars, business tycoons, politicians, and even Hollywood celebrities.
The Ambanis went all out for the event, chartering three Falcon 2000 jets for international guests, costing ₹7.2 lakh per hour, and deploying 100 private jets for three days. The catering was equally opulent, leaving everyone awestruck.
Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala
Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala tied the knot on December 4 in a private ceremony attended by family and close friends. The wedding was held at Annapurna Studios in Hyderabad, adhering to South Indian traditions.
Sobhita dazzled in a golden silk saree paired with traditional jewellery and floral hair, while Naga opted for a beige dhoti-kurta set with a matching scarf. The couple’s relationship made headlines after Naga's divorce from Samantha Ruth Prabhu in 2021. Despite rumours, the couple never publicly acknowledged their romance until their marriage.
Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani
Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani got married on February 21 in a lavish ceremony in Goa. The festivities included sangeet, mehendi, and haldi, leading up to their wedding.
Interestingly, the couple married twice — first in a Sikh ceremony, reflecting Rakul's faith, and then following Sindhi rituals for Jackky’s heritage. Rakul looked radiant in a pastel pink lehenga, while Jackky chose an off-white sherwani. Their relationship became public in 2022 when Jackky shared a heartfelt post on Rakul’s birthday.
Ira Khan and Nupur Shikhare
On January 3, Ira Khan, daughter of Aamir Khan, married Nupur Shikhare in a simple civil ceremony, followed by a grand celebration in Udaipur on January 8. The Mumbai reception on January 13 was attended by numerous Bollywood celebrities. The couple had been together for three years.
Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth
Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth married on September 16, following South Indian traditions. Both were entering their second marriages, with Aditi previously married to Satyadeep Mishra and Siddharth to Meghna. Their love story began in 2021 on the sets of Maha Samudram.
Pulkit Samrat and Kriti Kharbanda
Pulkit Samrat and Kriti Kharbanda tied the knot on March 15 at ITC Grand in Delhi. The couple, who started dating in 2019 after meeting on the sets of Veerey Ki Wedding, celebrated their love after four years of courtship.
Each of these weddings showed a blend of love, tradition, and grandeur, making 2024 a memorable year in Bollywood's wedding chronicles.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced the ticket prices for the upcoming Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) T20 tournament, which kicks off tomorrow (Monday).
On Sunday, December 29, at noon, BCB issued a statement with details regarding ticket purchases. Tickets can be bought both directly and online. Ticket sales will start at 4 pm and continue until 7 pm today. Additionally, on the opening day of the BPL (December 30), tickets can be purchased directly at designated Madhumati Bank branches from 10 am to 4 pm.
Ticket prices range from Taka 200 to Taka 2000. Fans can purchase tickets online via www.gobcbticket.com.bd or buy them in person at seven Modhumoti Bank PLC branches.
The Modhumoti Bank PLC branches selling physical tickets are located in:
Mirpur Branch (Mirpur 11)
Motijheel Branch (Dhaka Chamber Building)
Uttara Branch (Jasimuddin Road)
Gulshan Branch (Between Gulshan 1 and 2)
Dhanmondi Branch (Old Road 27)
Kamrangirchar Branch
VIP Road Branch (Polton Scout Building)
Ticket prices for specific stands are as follows:
Grand Stand (Upper and Lower): Taka 2000
International Gallery North (Media Block): Taka 1000
International Gallery South (Corporate Block): Taka 800
International Lounge South (Corporate Block): Taka 1000
Club House South (Shaheed Mushtaque Stand): Taka 500
Club House North (Shaheed Jewel Stand): Taka 500
Southern Gallery: Taka 300
Northern Gallery: Taka 300
Eastern Gallery: Taka 200
Additionally, 300 seats in the Club House South-Shaheed Mushtaque Stand (Zero Waste Zone) are available at Taka 600 per ticket.
Dhaka is shrouded in dense fog, forcing vehicles to use headlights even during the day. The cold winds have intensified the chill, while the sun remains hidden despite the advancing day.
Visibility was significantly reduced from early morning, disrupting daily activities and traffic movement.
Areas like Karwan Bazar, Tejgaon, Mohakhali, Uttara, Airport, and Khilkhet were heavily affected, with moderate to dense fog observed across the city.
Objects at a distance were hard to see, and although the fog eased slightly later in the day, the cold felt sharper than usual.
The Bangladesh Meteorological Department’s forecast at 7 AM predicted moderate to dense fog over Dhaka and surrounding areas for the next six hours, with northwesterly winds at 6–12 km/h and partly cloudy skies.
Nationwide, dense fog is expected to intensify the winter chill during the day, potentially disrupting air, river, and road transportation.
The country received the highest-ever remittance in its history, amounting to $2.64 billion (or $2.639 billion). In local currency terms (calculated at 120 BDT per dollar), this translates to approximately 31,668 crore BDT.
This is the largest amount of remittance recorded in a single month. Previously, the highest monthly remittance was $2.59 billion, received in July 2020 during the COVID-19 period. That record has now been surpassed in December 2024, the Victory Month of Bangladesh, according to data from the Bangladesh Bank.
Bangladesh Bank data reveals that nearly $2.64 billion in remittance was received throughout December 2024. This amount is $648 million higher than the same period last year. In December 2023, the country received $1.991 billion. Excluding July 2024, remittance inflow exceeded $2 billion in all other months of the year.
Data also shows that in the first half of the current fiscal year 2024-25 (July–December), expatriate Bangladeshis sent remittances totaling $13.777 billion. This marks an increase of $2.977 billion compared to the same period in the previous fiscal year when remittance inflows amounted to $10.8 billion.
Old Dhaka Tehari Recipe
Tehari is a delicious dish loved by many. This flavorful combination of meat and rice is very popular across Bangladesh. While Tehari can be prepared in various ways, Old Dhaka's Tehari has a unique charm. Its distinctive taste comes from the use of special spices and cooking techniques. Known for its royal flavors, Old Dhaka's dishes hold a special place in culinary traditions. Among these, Tehari is a standout dish. Small pieces of meat are cooked with aromatic rice to create this delicacy. Here's the recipe to make this delicious Tehari at home.
Ingredients
For the meat:
Small pieces of meat (beef or mutton): 2 kg
Black pepper powder: 2 tsp (to taste)
Cardamom: 8-10 pods
Cinnamon: 4 sticks
Nutmeg powder: 1 tsp
Mace powder: 1 tsp
Mustard oil: 1 cup
Chopped onion: 1.5 cups
Ginger paste: 2 tbsp
Garlic paste: 3 tbsp
Sour yogurt: 1 cup
Green chilies: 10-15
Whole cumin: 1 tsp (optional)
For the rice:
Polao rice: 1 kg
Milk: 4 cups
Water: 4.5 cups
Bay leaves: 4-5
Cinnamon: 2 sticks
Black pepper: 5-6
Salt: to taste
Method
Preparing the meat:
Mix sour yogurt, ginger paste, garlic paste, black pepper powder, salt, nutmeg powder, and mace powder with the meat. Marinate for 1 hour. Heat mustard oil in a pot, add whole cumin, cardamom, and cinnamon for tempering. Saute until the onions turn golden brown, then add the marinated meat. Cook for a while and then lower the heat, covering the pot with a lid. Add a little water if necessary. Once the meat is tender and releases oil, remove it from the heat and keep covered.
Cooking the rice:
Wash the rice and drain the water. In a pot, bring water, milk, cinnamon, bay leaves, black pepper, and salt to a boil. Once the water starts boiling, add the rice and cook on medium heat. When the rice is almost done, mix in the cooked meat thoroughly. Place the pot on a tawa (flat pan) for slow cooking. Add green chilies, cover, and let it steam for 5-10 minutes.
That's it—Old Dhaka-style Tehari is ready to serve!
Cafe Offers Free Coffee to Dancing Customers
A coffee shop in Middleborough, Massachusetts, went viral overnight after it offered free coffee to customers who entered the shop while dancing.
A video of customers participating in the promotion was posted on Coffee Milano Cafe's TikTok account on Monday and has since been viewed over 5 million times as of Wednesday afternoon.
The viral post highlights how businesses are finding new customers by amping up their online presence, moving away from traditional marketing methods that are not delivering the same reach anymore.
Owner Josh Rashid told CNN that business picked up after the video was posted, attracting curious new customers while delighting cafe regulars.
"We're a small little town here in Middleborough, and it's fun. A couple of people were in the store when it happened, and they came in the next day and said, 'Oh my gosh, I saw your video on my For You page,'" he said.
The owner explained his motivation behind the offer. He said the goal wasn't just to give away free coffee but to bring smiles to people's faces.
The initiative has been so successful that the cafe's TikTok video showcasing it has garnered over 5 million views. Now, not only locals but also people from far and wide are flocking to this cafe.
For those who want to enjoy free coffee, dancing might just be the best way! If five seconds of dancing can bring you happiness, why not enjoy a free coffee too? Perhaps you could entertain others with your moves and grab your favorite coffee for free!
The Joy of Victory in Red-Green Attires
December is a month full of love and emotions for Bengalis. As this month arrives, the streets and corners are adorned in red and green. December 16th is a momentous day in the history of Bangladesh, as it marks the day, we achieved independence through the sacrifice of three million martyrs. Various events are held on this day to honor the martyrs.
To celebrate Victory Day, all Bengalis opt for red and green attire. During this month, local fashion houses offer a wide range of red and green clothing. As in previous years, fashion houses are showcasing sarees, panjabis, shirts, kurtas, fatuas, skirts, and children's Victory Day outfits. The combination of red and green in different designs has brought a unique beauty to each outfit.
A decade ago, there wasn't as much formality around Victory Day celebrations. Now, people's tastes have evolved, and fashion houses are creating sophisticated, festive clothing to suit different preferences. Many people also use their creativity to design unique Victory Day attire.
Fashion houses have introduced new designs of salwar-kameez, sarees, and panjabis for Victory Day. These outfits feature embroidery, block prints, yokes, handwork, and sequins. The materials used include cotton, handloom, silk, chicken, and jamdani fabrics.
In the markets, vendors are selling red and green panjabis, three-piece outfits, fatuas, sarees, and masks for both adults and children. Parents are also buying vibrant clothes for their children, and these outfits often display slogans related to the liberation war and the red-green theme. The clothes are made from thick cotton and khadi fabrics and feature techniques like tie-dye, block printing, batik, applique, catwalk, and screen printing.
In addition to adult clothing, children's outfits are designed in similar styles. The key feature of these designs is the colors of the flag. Heavier fabrics are used, and there are also new designs such as those from Fording, with work like embroidery, applique, block printing, handwork, hand-painting, and tie-dye.
Along with the outfits, cosmetic stores are also seeing a surge in customers. Women are busy buying red and green bangles, necklaces, earrings, clips, and flowers. On Victory Day, everyone wants to adorn themselves in red and green.
World's Most Expensive Hamburger Wrapped in Gold
The world's most expensive hamburger (single portion) is wrapped in gold and garnished with caviar –priced at nearly 5 lakh BDT.
Not just in taste, but this burger redefines luxury. Each bite is infused with a golden touch. Wondering how? The burger bun is made with Dom Perignon champagne and is wrapped in 24-carat pure edible gold.
This luxurious and expensive creation includes 170 unique ingredients, including truffles, one of the most opulent culinary items. It's in the race to become the world's most expensive burger.
Dutch chef Robbert Jan de Veen is the mastermind behind this creation, which he is aiming to set a world record for. He has crafted a burger featuring the rarest and most exquisite flavors globally.
But how did he come up with making such a luxurious burger?
De Veen's restaurant De Daltons is located in Voorthuizen, near Amsterdam. During the COVID-19 pandemic, when restaurants in the Netherlands were closed, he reviewed Guinness World Records and decided to break a record.
The previous record was set in 2011 by a restaurant in Oregon, USA, whose burger cost €4,210. De Veen is attempting to surpass that with his €5,000 burger.
But what makes a burger cost 5 lakh BDT? What does it contain?
The chef explains that the burger has 170 unique ingredients. Among the key luxurious elements are white truffles, Iberian serrano ham, Beluga caviar, king crab meat, smoked duck egg mayo, Dom Perignon champagne-soaked onion rings, 24-carat gold, and truffle-infused English cheddar cheese.
The burger patty is made with Japanese Wagyu A5 beef, which is renowned for its flavor and tenderness. It is also made with chuck, short rib, and brisket cuts, making it truly special.
The BBQ sauce includes Macallan whiskey, balsamic cider vinegar, and Kopi Luwak coffee—uniquely derived from the droppings of a civet cat.
This exceptionally luxurious burger is served on a black plate, enclosed in a chamber filled with single-malt whiskey smoke, making the presentation captivating and mesmerizing.
However, amidst all this luxury, Chef de Veen has a noble goal. The proceeds from the burger sales will be donated to charitable organizations like local food banks, playing a crucial role in helping people in need.
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The drastic shift in Bangladesh-India relations, once characterized by a spirit of friendship but now marked by discriminatory behaviour, has become increasingly apparent.
Conflicts between nations or political ideologies are always the result of human actions, and it is humans who must work toward their resolution. The very term "human" inherently evokes ideas of civility, decency, and mutual respect.
However, Suvendu Adhikari, a leader of India's ruling party, seems to disregard these fundamental human virtues. For him, possessing the ability to speak appears to equate to the freedom to utter anything without restraint. At the slightest perception of a threat to his interests, he does not hesitate to liken people to "flies and mosquitoes." Worse still, he has openly expressed a desire to exterminate them as one would pests. In this modern era, the notion of exterminating humans as if they were mere insects is a very light issue for him. The blunt and dismissive manner in which he insulted the people of Bangladesh suggests that, in his worldview, the concept of "decency" has no place. Instead, crudeness seems to serve as his misguided badge of honour.
Before labelling Suvendu’s actions as purely malicious, it might be more constructive to view them as stemming from ignorance or poor judgment. In today’s interconnected world, where globalization ensures that actions and words are subject to international scrutiny, such inhumane and uncivil remarks by a leader of India’s ruling party have the potential to tarnish the country’s reputation on the global stage.
Therefore, to uphold the principles of decency and safeguard India’s image, India’s educated civil society must protest or condemn Suvendu Adhikari’s offensive behaviour. This would not only shield India as a nation from collective accountability for his remarks but also place the responsibility squarely on Suvendu himself, highlighting the deficiencies in his Family education also His moral upbringing.
The controversy arose from a public speech Suvendu delivered on the afternoon of December 24. In his remarks, he stated: “Bangladeshis are like flies and mosquitoes. If we wish, we can exterminate them at any time. Not just that, the daily garbage produced in Kolkata alone, if carried by cargo planes, would bury all of Bangladesh under it.”