A glance at the most important news of the day
Among a number of incidents taking place on Tuesday (26 November), take a quick look at some of the most important news items The Business Standard has compiled for you…
Constitutional reform: BNP proposes new posts of deputy prime minister, vice president
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has proposed amendments in 62 areas of the constitution, including establishing roles for a deputy prime minister and vice president.
Indian foreign ministry expresses 'deep concern' over ex-Iskcon Bangladesh leader Chinmoy's arrest
Following the denial of bail to former ISKCON Bangladesh leader Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari by a Chattogram court, India's Ministry of External Affairs issued a statement today (26 November) terming the matter a cause for deep concern and urging Bangladesh to protect Hindus and other minorities.
7 killed as train hits autorickshaw at unauthorised level crossing in Cumilla
Seven passengers of a battery-operated autorickshaw were killed and one other person was injured after the three-wheeler was hit by a Dhaka-bound train in Cumilla's Burichong Upazila this morning (26 November).
Several PTI protesters reach D-Chowk amid reports of intense tear gas shelling
As PTI protesters gathered at Islamabad's D-Chowk, security forces launched intense tear gas shelling following a deadlock in negotiations between the government and the opposition party, reports Dawn.
Attacks on media outlets won't be tolerated, chief adviser's press secretary says
Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam today (26 November) said threats and intimidation of journalists or attacking media outlets will not be tolerated.