Dhaka,  Sunday 03 May 2026,
05:02:54 PM

State Minister for Youth and Sports Aminul Haque delivered a speech.

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China lauds Russia relations and calls for strengthened Asia-Pacific role Tribute to Bangabandhu's portrait in Meherpur Trump finds $29m went to Bangladesh to prop up radical left PM urges countrymen to resist terrorists While Hawker is the presidential candidate of Portugal Awami League Mirza Abbas: A Powerful and Enduring Figure in Dhaka Politics BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Rizvi at Lamia's funeral in Patuakhali Mirza Abbas: A Long Journey of a Combative Political Career Red Crescent hostage in Sultan-Sohag syndicate Awami government is sitting on the people of this country:Aminul Haque Keraniganj Press Club President Raihan, General Secretary Mintu Awami League's 75th anniversary celebration led by Portugal Awami League leader Roni The country is in extreme darkness due to one-party misrule: Aminul Haque Australian 2nd National Qur'an Competition held in Sydney 1,04,38000 among orphans and destitute persons in Ranishankail Delivery of cheques Due to increase in commodity prices, people's lives are in danger today: Aminul Haque Open University Post Graduate Examination will be held in Gazipur in summer 'Bangabandhu's 104th Birth Anniversary and National Children's Day 2024' celebration was held at the Embassy of Portugal in Bangladesh A family is running away from Rajbari NSI Director General's Tribute at Bangabandhu's Tomb Tanjil Chowdhury re-elected as Chairman of Prime Bank PLC There is famine in the country: Ruhul Kabir Rizvi Human chain in protest against threats and beating of journalists Fair of safe banking for expats of Citibank in Lisbon on March 4 Committee formation of Comilla North Community in Portugal Concert for Zaheer' for cancer-afflicted students in Jabi City Bank Road Show in Lisbon, Portugal Where are the climate fund dollars?: Aminul Haque Attack on journalist in Portugal, case against 3 people Condemnation of social organizations Yunus stresses a mechanism for free, fair polls in Bangladesh

Paris Saint-Germain warmed up for the second leg of their Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich by fielding a second-string line-up and throwing away the lead twice in a 2-2 draw with Lorient in Ligue 1 on Saturday. Ibrahim Mbaye's fortuitous early goal to put PSG ahead at the Parc des Princes was cancelled out by Pablo Pagis, but Warren Zaire-Emery gave the hosts the lead for the second time, moments after coming on as a substitute.

However, a mistake by teenage debutant Pierre Mounguengue allowed Aiyegun Tosin to run through and score a second for Lorient, and PSG could not find a winner.

Nevertheless, their lead at the top of the table remains six points with three games left after title rivals Lens drew 1-1 at Nice.

Lens still have to host PSG on May 13, but Luis Enrique's side will be crowned champions next weekend if they better the result of their closest challengers.

In the meantime, PSG are focused principally on the defence of their European title as they face Bayern away on Wednesday after winning 5-4 at home in the first leg.

"It is very difficult in terms of motivation after playing a Champions League semi-final in an incredible atmosphere, but I expect more from my players," said Luis Enrique, who made nine changes, with only Willian Pacho and Desire Doue retained from midweek.

Ousmane Dembele and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia were unused substitutes while Vitinha was rested entirely.

Renato Marin, 19, made just his second top-team appearance in goal. Mounguengue, an 18-year-old forward, came on in the second half.

- Lens draw, Marseille misery -

PSG went ahead on six minutes when Lorient goalkeeper Yvon Mvogo attempted to clear a Doue cross but instead played the ball off Mbaye before it rebounded in.

Pagis converted the first equaliser for Lorient, but the hosts went 2-1 up just after the hour.

Zaire-Emery had just come on for Fabian Ruiz when he controlled a Doue pass for his first touch, and then fired in via a deflection.

But Mounguengue cost the home side two points when his loose pass was pounced upon by Tosin and the Benin forward went on to score.

PSG, chasing a fifth straight Ligue 1 title, hit the post late on through Senny Mayulu as they dropped points for the third time in five home league games.

Lens could not take advantage, as they led at Nice through Allan Saint-Maximin's goal but were reduced to 10 men late on when Saud Abdulhamid was sent off for chopping down Sofiane Diop as he ran in on goal.

The resulting free-kick fell into the path of Ali Abdi and he made it 1-1.

- Troyes heading up –

Marseille's troubled season continued with a 3-0 defeat at struggling Nantes which is a further blow to their prospects of Champions League qualification.

Ignatius Ganago, Remy Cabella and Matthis Abline all scored in the space of nine minutes in the second half as Nantes claimed a first win in nine matches.

Eight-time champions Nantes remain in the automatic relegation places with two games left but are now just two points behind Auxerre in the play-off spot before their rivals play on Sunday.

Marseille have lost four of their last six and have slipped to seventh below Monaco, who won 2-1 at Metz.

OM are four points away from a Champions League berth with two games left, and are even at risk of not qualifying for Europe at all.

"We got what we deserved," said coach Habib Beye, who insisted he will not resign.

"When you take on a challenge like this you don't just give up. I will never quit."

Monaco revived their European hopes by coming from behind against Metz, with USA star Folarin Balogun scoring a ninth goal in 10 league games to equalise before Ansu Fati's stoppage-time winner.

Metz have gone 20 league matches without winning and the result confirmed their relegation.

Troyes, who are part of the City Football Group, secured promotion back to Ligue 1 last weekend after a three-year absence.

On Saturday, they clinched the Ligue 2 title with a game of the season to spare. Le Mans are on course to take the second automatic promotion spot.

At a roundtable discussion titled “Recent Measles Outbreak and the Way Forward,” speakers demanded that those responsible be brought under legal accountability through proper investigation if complications in vaccine procurement leading to shortages have contributed to the rise in measles cases. The roundtable was held at Shaheed Abu Sayeed Convention Center in the capital. It was organized by the Legal and Health Support Cell for Oppressed Women and Children. The event was attended by renowned physicians, public health experts, policymakers, media professionals, and representatives from international organizations.

The session was moderated by Dr. Md. Rafiqul Islam, Central Coordinator of the Legal and Health Support Cell for Oppressed Women and Children and Health Affairs Secretary of BNP.

Speakers highlighted the current challenges in controlling the recent measles outbreak in Bangladesh. They emphasized strengthening immunization programs, increasing public awareness, improving access to healthcare services, and adopting coordinated initiatives. The importance of effective field-level surveillance and rapid response measures was also underscored.

One speaker noted that disruptions in vaccination programs have contributed significantly to the rise in measles cases. He stated that if procurement-related complications have led to such an increase—resulting in child mortality—then it is imperative to bring those responsible under legal scrutiny following a thorough investigation.

At the same time, the participants praised the dedicated efforts of frontline health workers involved in vaccination programs. They also urged caution to ensure that future movements or demands do not cause public suffering or disrupt essential health services.

Among those present at the roundtable were Professor Dr. Mamun Ahmed, Chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC); Professor Dr. Nazmul Hossain, Director General of the Directorate of Health Education; Professor Rubina Yasmin, Additional Director General; Professor Dr. Fowara Tasnim, Additional Director General of the Directorate General of Health Services; Professor Dr. Md. Hanif, pediatric specialist; Professor Dr. Firoza Begum, President of OGSB; Abdul Hai Siddique, Editor-in-Chief of Dainik Bangla Vision; Anisul Hoque, Associate Editor of Prothom Alo and noted writer; researcher and politician Dr. Tasnim Zara; Professor Dr. Md. Atiar Rahman, Dean of the Department of Pediatrics at BSMMU; Professor Dr. Yamin Shahriar Chowdhury, pediatric specialist; Dr. Touhid Islam, representative of the World Health Organization; Professor Dr. Md. Nazrul Islam, Registrar of BSMMU; Professor Dr. Md. Mostafa Kamal, Chairman of the Department of Anesthesiology at BSMMU; Professor Dr. Saif Ullah Munshi, virologist at BSMMU; Professor Dr. Md. Abid Hossain Molla, pediatric specialist; Dr. Md. Tajul Islam A. Bari, former Program Manager of EPI; Md. Arifur Rahman, Surveillance Officer of WHO; Rashed Rabbi, Health Editor of Dainik Kalbela; Dr. Hasanuzzaman, representative of UNICEF; Zahid Shahed; Shishir Morol, journalist of Prothom Alo; Dr. Shamim Talukdar, Member Secretary of Suswasther Bangladesh; and Professor Dr. Saklayen Russell, among others.

Participants stressed the need for research to determine whether the current measles outbreak in Bangladesh is linked to any new virus mutation. They also highlighted the importance of utilizing social media and mainstream media platforms to raise public awareness effectively.

In the presence of senior officials from the Directorate General of Health Services, several recommendations were presented to address the current situation and prevent similar crises in the future. It was decided that the key discussion points and recommendations would be communicated to the Ministry of Health and the government.

The participants expressed their appreciation to the organizers for arranging such a timely discussion and urged that similar initiatives continue in the future to address critical issues in the country’s health sector.