No plan to change Bangladesh's national anthem, says Muhammad Yunus's Advisor
Dhaka (PTI): There is no plan to change the national anthem of Bangladesh, the country's Religious Affairs Advisor AFM Khalid Hossain said on Saturday.
“The interim government will not do anything to create controversy,” Hossain told the media after visiting the Islamic Foundation in Rajshahi and attending a gathering of dignitaries.
This comes after Abdullahil Amaan Azmi, the son of former Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ghulam Azam, earlier this week called for a change in the country's national anthem and Constitution.
He said: "I leave the matter of the national anthem to this government. The current national anthem we have is contrary to the existence of our independent Bangladesh. It reflects the time of the Bengal partition and the merging of the two Bengals. How can an anthem created to unite the two Bengals become the national anthem of an independent Bangladesh? This anthem was imposed on us by India in 1971. Many songs could serve as a national anthem. The government should form a new commission to select a new national anthem."
Hossain said Bangladesh, as a neighbouring country, wants a friendly relationship with India.
“We have heard reports of attacks on our cricket team in India. Since the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is in charge, they will decide on the necessary course of action,” Dhaka Tribune quoted the advisor as saying.
Terming attacks on mosques, temples, and shrines as "heinous", Hossain said: “Those who attack places of worship are enemies of humanity. They are criminals, and they will be prosecuted under existing laws.”
Hossain further said local citizens as well as madrasa students will guard temples during the Durga Puja to prevent any attack or sabotage.
“Madrasa students were never involved in terrorism. That was propaganda and conspiracy by the previous government.” The advisor said that after the change in government, there had been attacks on the houses of some members of the Hindu community just as Muslim houses were attacked and this should not be viewed differently.
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Bhatkal: AITM to host national-level hackathon ‘CodeFest 2025’
Bhatkal: The Anjuman Institute of Technology and Management (AITM) is set to host AITM CodeFest 2025, a national-level hackathon aimed at bringing together some of the brightest minds in technology from across the country. Organized by the final-year students of AITM, the event will serve as a platform for innovation, creativity, and real-world problem-solving through technology.
The hackathon, open to tech enthusiasts and students from all over India, will feature a rigorous two-round process to ensure only the most talented and innovative teams make it to the final stage.
Event Structure
- First Round: Online Submission
Participants will submit ideas based on the provided themes and problem statements. Over 1,000 students from colleges across India are expected to participate in this round.
- Second Round: 24-Hour On-Campus Hackathon
Shortlisted teams will compete in an intense 24-hour hackathon at the AITM campus in Bhatkal. Approximately 25-30 teams, comprising the top 100 students, will be selected to participate in this final stage.
Event Timeline
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Registration Opens: December 25, 2024
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Registration Closes: January 20, 2025
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Idea Submission Period: January 21-31, 2025
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Team Shortlisting: February 3, 2025
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Final Hackathon: February 8, 2025
AITM CodeFest 2025 promises to be a celebration of innovation and technical excellence, providing a platform for participants to showcase their skills while addressing real-world challenges through technology. The event is expected to attract a vibrant mix of ideas and foster collaboration among some of India’s most promising young minds.
