Milestone tragedy: Probe blames human error, unsafe building
21 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Human error arising from inadequate training and supervision was the principal cause of the Milestone school plane crash, while an unsafe school building and failures in planning and emergency response worsened the consequences.
21 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Dhaka seeking extradition of Asaduzzaman
20 July 2026, 00:00 AM
The government is formally seeking India’s cooperation to secure the extradition of former home minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, who has been sentenced to death by the International Crimes Tribunal for crimes against humanity committed during the July uprising in 2024.
20 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Intensify drive against AL, BCL, affiliated bodies
17 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman yesterday directed the authorities concerned to strengthen the ongoing drive against the Awami League, Bangladesh Chhatra League, Jubo League and other associate organisations.
17 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Govt drops plans to cut car allowance, overseas study benefits for privileged officers
16 July 2026, 21:35 PM
Fresh directives tell 5 secretaries not to proceed with cuts to vehicle maintenance and study abroad privileges
16 July 2026, 21:35 PM
Government mulls halving admin officials' car perks
14 July 2026, 00:00 AM
The government is considering halving the fuel and maintenance expenses for cars used by entitled officials as part of public expenditure cuts.
14 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Job seekers frustrated as 5 lakh govt posts lie vacant
11 July 2026, 00:00 AM
More than a quarter of posts in Bangladesh’s civil administration remain vacant, hampering the ability of many government institutions to provide the expected services to people.
11 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Govt to merge authorities to boost FDI
10 July 2026, 00:00 AM
The government has finalised a draft law to form a single authority by merging at least three investment-related institutions to improve Bangladesh’s position in attracting foreign direct investment.
10 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Secretaries crowd lower-tier agencies
1 July 2026, 00:00 AM
The trend has raised concerns among officials about an imbalance in the administrative hierarchy.
1 July 2026, 00:00 AM
Govt indecision stalls DC transfer in 30 districts
Despite the next election being planned for February 2026, the government is yet to appoint new deputy commissioners (DCs) in around half of all districts due to the public administration ministry’s indecision.
30 June 2025, 18:39 PM
Police reforms: Home plans glass walls, bodycams, legal overhaul
The home ministry plans to carry out a series of police reforms over the next six months to enhance transparency and accountability within the force and curb corruption and human rights violations by law enforcers.
21 June 2025, 18:18 PM
Law, energy advisers to hold discussions with protesters
Law Adviser Asif Nazrul and Energy Adviser Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan are expected to hold discussions with leaders of the ongoing movement at the Secretariat demanding the repeal of the Public Service (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025.
17 June 2025, 22:42 PM
Freedom fighter’s definition: Confusion, debate over ordinance
Liberation War adviser clarifies that Sheikh Mujib, Tajuddin, others in Mujibnagar govt are freedom fighters
4 June 2025, 18:11 PM
Govt revises definition of freedom fighter
The government last night promulgated an ordinance redefining the term “freedom fighter” (Bir Muktijoddha) and introducing three new categories.
3 June 2025, 20:33 PM
‘Only competent leadership, not repressive laws, can fix public administration’
New public service ordinance contains many linguistic and legal flaws
1 June 2025, 09:30 AM
New public service ordinance: Govt mulls softening strict provisions
Say high-level meeting sources; Secretariat employees suspend protests for today
27 May 2025, 18:03 PM
Protests continue at Secretariat
Protests swept through the government’s administrative core yesterday as employees from different ministries and divisions demonstrated for the third consecutive day inside the Secretariat, demanding the withdrawal of the Public Service (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025.
26 May 2025, 18:05 PM
Public servants won’t be forced to retire
The Advisory Council has decided to abolish a provision of the Public Service Act, 2018, which allows the government to send public servants into forced retirement after 25 years of service.
22 May 2025, 22:00 PM
Move to redefine freedom fighter rejected
The Advisory Council has rejected the Liberation War affairs ministry’s proposal to amend the definition of “freedom fighter” and instructed the ministry to submit a revised proposal in its draft ordinance, according to council sources.
17 May 2025, 18:22 PM
July victims, families: Govt moves to ensure support
The government yesterday approved an ordinance to ensure employment, training, housing, medical care, and low-interest loans for those injured in the July uprising and families of those who were killed.
15 May 2025, 18:11 PM
Redefining freedom fighter: Ministry, Cabinet Division at odds over the move
The legal expert committee of the Cabinet Division has opposed the Liberation War affairs ministry’s proposal to redefine the term “freedom fighter,” saying legal and hierarchical complications may arise from it.
14 May 2025, 18:01 PM
5,500 new govt jobs likely
The government is likely to approve the creation of over 5,500 new posts across various ministries and agencies today, following proposals submitted by at least 10 ministries and divisions, officials said.
7 May 2025, 19:08 PM
UP chairmen’s absence: People suffer amid service disruptions
The situation worsened after the launch of "Operation Devil Hunt" in early February
27 April 2025, 18:21 PM
Supernumerary promotion: Civil bureaucracy burdened with top-tier posts
The civil administration appears to be weighed down by excessive appointments of top-tier officials beyond sanctioned posts, a contentious practice known as supernumerary promotion.
25 April 2025, 18:05 PM
Disrupting office work: Govt employees can be punished within 8 days
The interim government has moved to amend the Government Service Act-2018 to allow swift disciplinary action against its employees who will be found guilty of disrupting official activities.
23 April 2025, 18:01 PM
Govt to expedite hiring of 40,000 for public sector
The government has decided to expedite the recruitment of 6,000 doctors, 30,000 assistant primary teachers, and 3,500 nurses to urgently address the rising number of vacancies in key public sector positions.
20 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Appointment eludes them despite PSC nod
Ferdous Islam was overjoyed when he was recommended for the education cadre in the 43rd Bangladesh Civil Service exam.
17 April 2025, 18:00 PM
Ration for Secretariat staff recommended
The Ministry of Food has recommended ration facilities for Secretariat employees, triggering dissatisfaction among the government staff in other offices and agencies.
29 March 2025, 18:00 PM
Bureaucracy falters without clear direction
While expectations were high for dynamic governance under this government, the bureaucracy is badly in need of vital changes that remain stalled.
19 March 2025, 18:00 PM