Author: MD. MOSLIM UDDIN

Mominul Haque, once hailed for his remarkable consistency in Test cricket, has ended a 15-month-long century drought, scoring his 13th Test hundred in Kanpur. Known for his stellar early career performances, Mominul’s Test average was once second only to Don Bradman. However, in recent times, his form had dipped, especially on foreign soil, despite maintaining good form at home. His last Test century came in 2023 against Afghanistan. In this match, Mominul displayed immense resilience amidst a flurry of wickets falling around him. His innings was a steady anchor, as he played solidly throughout the day. He reached his century…

Bangladesh’s star opener Tamim Iqbal, who last played international cricket on September 23, 2023, against New Zealand, has expressed his willingness to return to the national team under the right circumstances. Despite playing domestic cricket, his future in the national squad has been a subject of discussion for a long time. In an exclusive interview with the sports platform Sportstar on Sunday, September 29, Tamim made it clear that he would only consider a return if there is a proper plan in place, particularly for the upcoming Champions Trophy. “I am not satisfied with how things ended for me. For…

Pakistani umpire Aleem Dar, one of the most respected figures in world cricket, has announced his retirement after a remarkable 25-year career. Dar will step down from all forms of match officiating after the conclusion of the current domestic season in Pakistan. The 55-year-old umpire is set to retire after serving in several high-profile international matches and franchise tournaments, including his farewell at the Pakistan Super League (PSL) in May 2024. Aleem Dar made history by winning the ICC’s Umpire of the Year award, the David Shepherd Trophy, three years in a row from 2009 to 2011. He stepped down…

Police have recovered the bodies of two individuals with their throats slit from inside a tea stall in the upscale area of Gulshan-2 in Dhaka. The incident came to light on Saturday, September 28, at around 11:30 AM, according to police reports. The deceased have been identified as an 80-year-old man, Md. Rafique, from Dabdabiya village in Barishal, and a 16-year-old teenager, Md. Sabbir, from Raiganj Bazar Bepari Para in Gafargaon, Mymensingh. Authorities stated that both bodies showed multiple signs of injury. A forensic report is being prepared, and after legal formalities, the bodies will be sent for autopsy to…

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) claimed on Saturday, September 28, that they have killed Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Lebanon’s Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah. The announcement was made via the IDF’s official X (formerly Twitter) account. However, reports from news agencies Reuters and AFP on Friday had suggested that Nasrallah was alive and in good health, according to sources within Hezbollah. Despite Israel’s claims, Hezbollah has yet to issue an official statement regarding Nasrallah’s status. The Israeli airstrike, which targeted Hezbollah’s headquarters in Beirut, took place on Friday afternoon. According to IDF spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari, the attack was…

In a tragic incident in Gazipur’s Sreepur upazila, a young man named Israfil (24) was brutally beaten to death following accusations of theft. The incident, which mirrors the recent death of mentally ill Dhaka University student Tofazzal Hossain, occurred under the leadership of a local BNP leader, according to the victim’s family. Israfil, a construction worker and resident of Bashbari village, succumbed to his injuries on Thursday, September 26, after 13 days of treatment at Gazipur’s Shaheed Tajuddin Ahmad Medical College Hospital. On September 13, Israfil was asleep in his home when a group of men, led by local youth…

In a move aimed at boosting its air capabilities, Azerbaijan has signed a deal with Pakistan to acquire fighter jets. On Thursday, September 26, Pakistan agreed to sell its JF-17 Block-3 fighter jets to Azerbaijan, marking a significant defense collaboration between the two nations. The JF-17 Block-3 jets, equipped with advanced radar systems and long-range beyond visual range capabilities, are designed to execute a wide range of combat missions. The deal follows a demonstration of the fighter jets by the Pakistani military during Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev’s visit to Pakistan in July. Although specific details about the number of jets…

In a high-level meeting on Wednesday, September 25, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called for the imposition of sanctions on Israel, urging the United Nations Security Council to take immediate steps. The remarks were made during his speech at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session, where he addressed a discussion on “Leadership for Peace.” Speaking at the event, the Pakistani leader stressed the need to protect the rights of the people of Jammu and Kashmir, pressing the Security Council to act in safeguarding their fundamental human rights. “We have approved the ‘Pact for the Future,’ and it is our…

Narsingdi, September 25, 2024: A Narsingdi court has denied the remand plea for former Industry Minister Nurul Majid Mahmud Humayun, 78, and ordered his immediate transfer to jail. The decision was made on Wednesday afternoon by Senior Judicial Magistrate Rakibul Islam. Earlier in the day, Humayun, also a former Member of Parliament for the Narsingdi-4 (Monohardi-Belabo) constituency, was presented in court at around 12 PM. The plaintiff’s side had filed for a 5-day remand, which was subsequently rejected by the court. The case stems from the murder of Jahangir Alam, Vice President of the Workers’ Party in the 7th Ward…

Washington, September 25, 2024: Former U.S. President Donald Trump has allegedly received assassination threats from Iran, according to claims made by his campaign, citing intelligence sources. Reuters reported the claims on Wednesday, stating that U.S. intelligence officials had briefed Trump about the threats. On Tuesday, Trump’s campaign revealed that U.S. intelligence personnel informed him of multiple assassination attempts by Tehran, although these attempts had not been successful. Trump, the current Republican presidential candidate, stated that Iran posed a significant threat to his life. Trump asserted, “Iran has tried to assassinate me several times, but they have failed.” He added that…