I think that from time-to-time issues like quotas can be modernised or updated by taking into consideration changes in conditions and circumstances, among other factors. State Minister for Information Mohammad Ali Arafat yesterday said there is no scope for the government to form a commission on quota reform or make any announcement since it is…
Sporadic clashes erupted between police and protesters across multiple locations as demonstrators continued to press for an executive order to reform Bangladesh’s quota system in government recruitment. On Thursday, student protesters defied police barricades and gathered at Shahbagh intersection, demanding a comprehensive restructuring of the quota policy. The movement, dubbed the “Bangla Blockade,” left several…
The High Court (HC) has affirmed that the government holds the authority to modify, reduce, or increase the ratio or percentage of quotas in public sector jobs as needed. This authority includes the discretion to fill vacant positions from the general merit list if specific quota spots are unfulfilled. In its ruling, the HC invalidated…
Former U.S. President Donald Trump strongly condemned mob attacks and looting against Hindus, Christians, and other minorities in Bangladesh. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Thursday, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump expressed his views on the violence against minorities in Bangladesh. He wrote, “I strongly condemn the barbaric violence against Hindus, Christians, and…
At a campaign rally in Wisconsin, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris urged voters to cast their ballots early, saying, “Time is running fast. Head to the polls and vote now.” Harris was joined by celebrities like Remi Wolf, Gracie Abrams, and Mumford & Sons, aiming to engage Gen-Z voters through these high-profile events and appeals….
The U.S. presidential election is just days away, and Democratic candidate Kamala Harris and Republican candidate Donald Trump are intensifying their campaigns in Nevada. Both are presenting their visions for the future, but Trump’s plan stands out with a surprising element. If elected, Trump has expressed a desire to reshape the government by involving figures…
