At a courtesy meeting organized on the occasion, leaders of the Supply Unit presented him with bouquets and extended their heartfelt congratulations, wishing him success in his new role. Prominent social organizer Kamrul Hasan Chowdhury Shahin was present at the event. Leaders from both the district and metropolitan units also attended the program.

The speakers said that Abdul Kaiyum Chowdhury's election as a BCB Director is a matter of pride for the people of Sylhet. They expressed hope that his leadership, experience, and commitment would play a significant role in the development of cricket in Bangladesh. During the ceremony, the leaders of the Supply Unit once again greeted Abdul Kaiyum Chowdhury with flowers and conveyed their best wishes for his future endeavors. They expressed confidence that he would contribute effectively to the advancement of the country's cricket sector.

Among those present were social organizer Kamrul Hasan Chowdhury Shahin, Daily BartaX Editor Masud Ahmed Mumit, and leaders from various levels of the district and metropolitan organizations. The speakers further stated that Abdul Kaiyum Chowdhury's election is not only a personal achievement but also a proud moment for the people of Sylhet. They believe his administrative expertise, leadership qualities, and dedication to sports will add a new dimension to the progress of Bangladesh cricket, particularly in infrastructure development and nurturing young talents.

Expressing his gratitude, Abdul Kaiyum Chowdhury thanked everyone for their warm wishes and support. He said he would carry out his responsibilities with sincerity and dedication for the overall development of cricket and the country's sports sector. The program concluded in a cordial atmosphere, with participants wishing the newly elected BCB Director good health, long life, and continued success in his future endeavors.

Din Md Rajib 

In June, the fraudsters allegedly fled with the deposited funds. Victims have since filed complaints at the local police station and staged a human chain protest on Saturday (July 19) at the Khayruzzaman Bus Terminal square near the Ishwardi Rail Gate, demanding the arrest of the culprits and the return of their money. According to the complaint, the key accused include Badal Hossain Khan Mahfuz (45), son of late Karim Khan of College Para in Muladuli Union; Md Abdul Barek Khan (42); Md Biplob Khan (38); Md Yasin Hossain (44) of Mosuria Para, Bokul Mor in Ishwardi Municipality; Md Zahid Hossain (35) of Charmirkamari in Salimpur Union; and Md Faruk Hossain from Gormati village under Baraigram Police Station in Natore.

The accused allegedly held a seminar in June where they convinced attendees to invest in an online business. They reportedly collected the funds through direct transactions and mobile financial services such as bKash and Nagad before vanishing. Efforts to contact the accused failed as their phones remained switched off. However, one of them, Md Yasin Hossain, claimed, “They only used me to collect money. I, too, have been deceived. I personally lost a significant amount to them.” ABM Monirul Islam, Officer-in-Charge (Investigation) of Ishwardi Police Station, said, “A complaint has been lodged alleging that a fraud ring has embezzled Tk 15 crore from customers. We will take legal action upon completion of the investigation.”

New schoolbags and tiffin boxes were distributed to 515 primary students in char land area of the upazila yesterday on the initiative of the Upazila Nirbahi Officer Kazi Nahid Iva.

The children are very happy to receive these and are overwhelmed with joy. 

Many of them had never received such bags or tiffin boxes before. The villages in the char land of the upazila are lagging behind in primary education.

Most families do not give importance to their children's education in the area. Basically, a child starts his/her educational life from primary school. 

Therefore, this initiative has been taken to make these drop-out children go to school.

Tiffin boxes were handed over to 350 students and new school bags handed over to 165 students of five primary schools in the Char area, including Charkatihari Government Primary School, Charhajipur Government Primary School.

Rafi, a fifth-grade student who was overjoyed after receiving the new school bag, said, "My old bag was torn. Today I got a new bag. I am very happy." 

The parents' response was also positive. They said that many families in the village are poor and they cannot afford to buy school bags or tiffin boxes for their children. 

With this initiative of the UNO, children are going to school with enthusiasm. Attendance has also increased in the schools. 

Arab Ali, headmaster of Charkatihari Government Primary School, said, "This assistance has created joy among the students. Earlier, some used to come with torn bags, some did not bring tiffin. Now they are coming to school in a tidy manner." 

Primary Education Officer Md Emdadul Haque said, "The distribution of these gifts among the students by the upazila administration will make the students school-oriented." 

Hossainpur UNO Kazi Nahid Eva said, "Char children have to come to school under many constraints. This assistance has been provided to encourage them and increase their interest in studies. We want no children to be dropped out from school due to poverty."

Children's school life begins with primary education. This is our small effort to advance primary education. This initiative of distributing educational materials is part of an ongoing process and it will be implemented on a larger scale in the future, Kazi Nahid said.

Advocate Jahangir Alam, the local correspondent of The Daily Janakantha, has been elected President, and Abu Bakkar Mazi, the representative of The Daily Jugantor, has been elected General Secretary of the Tongibari Press Club Executive Committee.

The 13-member executive committee was formed through a democratic process. The Tongibari Press Club, established in 1996, continues its tradition of inclusive and democratic leadership.

The announcement of the 2025–2027 executive committee was made at the club’s hall room by Convener Suman Chokdar and Member Secretary Shamsuddin Tuhin.

The other members of the newly elected committee are:

Vice Presidents: Suman Chokdar, Shamsuddin Tuhin, Masum Hasan

Joint Secretaries: Sheikh Sohag, Nazmul Hasan Pintu

Treasurer: Anik Sheikh

Organizing Secretary: Kadir Khan

Sports and Cultural Secretary: Hossain Hawladar

Executive Members: Md. Kawser, Forman Dewan, Ebadul Hasan

The newly formed committee is expected to lead the Press Club in promoting responsible journalism and fostering collaboration among local media professionals.