Asif Mahmud Sojib Bhuiyan, adviser to the Ministry of Youth and Sports, has said that the government may be forced to adopt more drastic measures in response to non-cooperation within the administration. Speaking at a meeting with district and divisional officials at the Chattogram Circuit House on Saturday, he stated that the government may even break decisively with the existing system, throwing away the recruitment process that is currently in place for hiring new personnel. During the meeting, he emphasized the government's commitment to issues affecting the public, stating, "We will not compromise on matters that involve the citizens." He highlighted the government's sincere approach to controlling commodity prices, expressing concern over the apparent lack of initiative among Chattogram officials to address the issue. The adviser called for the identification of syndicates involved in driving up prices and suggested that those responsible should be arrested under the Special Powers Act if necessary. ‘Wished for Shakib’s retirement on home soil': Adviser Asif The meeting also saw expressions of dissatisfaction from Advisor Asif and Labor Secretary A.H.M. Sofiquzzaman over the absence of representatives from several departments, including the Department of Livestock Services. Earlier in the day, Adviser Asif conducted an inspection of the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium and the MA Aziz Stadium, where he voiced his disappointment regarding the poor condition of the facilities, although the ZAC Stadium has been regularly hosting international games as He provided directives to address the maintenance issues at the stadiums.

There are no legal barriers for cricketer Shakib Al Hasan to return to Bangladesh, said Asif Mahmood Sojib Bhuiyan, adviser to the Ministry of Youth and Sports on Tuesday.“There are currently no legal obstacles to Shakib Al Hasan coming to the country,” said Asif. We have a responsibility to ensure the safety of every player, and we will do it,” he said while speaking at the “BSRF Exchange of Views” event at the media centre of the Secretariat. Shakib Al Hasan ‘sorry for silence’ during student movement He further explained that he had sought clarity on the legal situation over Shakib's potential return, given the ongoing murder case against him.When asked whether Shakib would be arrested upon his arrival, Asif said, “Legal matters are legal matters; I cannot comment on that. The case is sub judice, and the Ministry of Law is the appropriate authority to address any concerns related to it.”“If the court issues any order that are a matter for the court. So far, there are no legal barriers,” he said. BFIU seeks bank account information of Shakib Al Hasan, his wife BSRF General Secretary Masudul Haque conducted the session, while Fosiha Uddin Mahtab presided over the event.

Country’s celebrated mountaineer Wasfia Nazreen has been accorded a reception by the Ministry of Youth and Sports. The event held at Shaheed Sheikh Kamal Auditorium of the National Sports Council on Tuesday, said a media release. State Minister for Youth and Sports M Zahid Ahsan Russell was present as the chief while Youth and Sports Secretary Mejbah Uddin presided over the event. Read: Wasfia becomes first Bangladeshi to scale K2 The state minister said, “Wasfia is the pride of Bangladesh. We are proud to felicitate eminent mountaineer Wasfia. I sincerely wish and congratulate one of the shining stars of our country who has brought honour for Bangladesh.” She is an inspiration for all other women to move forward, the state minister added.

Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Monday halted the second round matches of the ongoing Bangabandhu Dhaka Premier League till March 31 over coronavirus outbreak.