A glance at the most important news of the day
Among a number of incidents taking place on Thursday (29 August), take a quick look at some of the most important news items The Business Standard has compiled for you…
Interim govt decides to revoke facility of whitening black money
The interim government has decided to stop the practice of whitening the black money.
Flood death toll climbs to 52, over 54 lakh people affected
The death toll from the recent flood in 11 districts has climbed to 52 with 21 more deaths reported in Feni, Cumilla, Noakhali and Moulvibazar districts till Thursday, according to the report of Disaster Management and Relief Ministry.
Advisory Council okays draft repealing Security laws for Bangabandhu's family members
The Advisory Council meeting today (29 August) gave final approval to the draft "Security of Family Members of the Father of the Nation (Repeal) Ordinance, 2024" subject to vetting by the Legislative and Parliamentary Affairs Department.
Hearing on Dr Yunus' petition against indictment set for 2 September
The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court adjourned the hearing today (29 August) until Monday (2 September) on a leave to appeal petition challenging a High Court order that upheld the indictment of Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus and six other Grameen Telecom officials in a corruption case.
Telegram boss's lawyer dismisses probe against Durov as absurd
A lawyer for Telegram boss Pavel Durov, who is being investigated in France, said it was "totally absurd" to suggest the head of a social network was responsible for any criminal acts committed on the platform, French media said.