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Writing about Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir brings back vivid memories of the golden days of student politics. I first came to know Fakhrul during my days in student politics at Dhaka University when he was a highly active and progressive leading activist of the then East Pakistan Students Union. Alongside coming from a rich political family background, Fakhrul was regarded by us from the very beginning as a highly progressive and promising activist because of his own intellect and ideals. H...

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) A M M Nasir Uddin has described the presidential election as historic. He said, “The world is watching Bangladesh’s presidential election. Voting for the country’s new president will take place tomorrow, Thursday. All necessary preparations for the election have been completed.” He made the remarks while speaking about the overall preparations for the election at his office at the Election Commission building in Agargaon on Wednesday. Asked why the world...

President Md. Shahabuddin has finally resigned. When asked about the matter, he told the media on Friday afternoon, “It is already common knowledge. What is the point of hearing it from me? I am sick, so it is done.” Asked whether he had signed the resignation letter, he said, “I have already said it. You can understand.” Meanwhile, a press briefing has been scheduled at the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban at 5 p.m. regarding the acceptance of the president’s resignation letter. A senior official...

President Md. Sahabuddin was widely expected to resign at any time today, Friday, based on discussions throughout Thursday. But a different message emerged from Bangabhaban after the evening. An official said the president may not announce a decision today. He may resign after a few more days. The government, however, has not made any official statement regarding the president’s resignation. Home Affairs Adviser Salahuddin Ahmed said, “The government has no role here. If the president want...