National,Diplomachy

Delhi keen to work together with Dhaka in ‘positive, constructive manner’, Pranay Verma tells PM

Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma on Monday reaffirmed India’s intent to work together with the Government and the people of Bangladesh in a ‘positive, constructive and forward-looking manner’ based on mutual interest and mutual benefit.The Indian envoy  conv...

National,Jatiya Sangsad,Jobs

Parliament passes bill setting govt job entry age limit at 32

Parliament on Sunday passed a bill setting the maximum age limit at 32 years for direct recruitment to government jobs and various public sector bodies.This is the first Bill that passed by the 13thParliament.The bill titled “Maximum Age Limit for Direct Appointment in Government, Autonomous, ...

National,Business & Commerce,Power, Energy, Oil, Gas

Govt to ensure three months’ stock of fuel: State Minister

The government is working to ensure a three-month stock of all types of fuel amid the ongoing global energy crisis, State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Anindya Islam Amit said on Sunday.“We have identified new sources and signed agreements with several suppliers. If implemen...

National,Politics,Administrations

Mahdi Amin, Saleh Shibly made spokespersons for PMO

Prime Minister’s Adviser Mahdi Amin and Press Secretary Abu Abdullah M Saleh – better known as Saleh Shibly – have been made spokespersons for the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).The Prime Minister’s Office issued a notification in this regard on Sunday.According to the n...

National,Business & Commerce,Power, Energy, Oil, Gas

Shops, shopping malls to close at 7 pm instead of 6pm

The government has allowed shops and shopping malls across the country to remain open until 7 pm extending the previous closing time of 6pm.State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Anindya Islam Amit announced the decision while taking to reporters at the Secretariat on Sunday.On April...

National,Business & Commerce,VAT, TAX, Revenue

Widening tax net, better debt management top priorities: Commerce Minister

Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir on Sunday underscored the urgency of strengthening debt management and expanding the tax net describing them as the top priorities in the country's current economic landscape.“The government is committed to meeting public expectations and is takin...

National,Economy ,Diplomachy

Bangladesh must use remaining pre-graduation period to strengthen LDC transition: UN Report

Given the inherent uncertainty, Bangladesh must continue to utilise the remaining pre-graduation period to advance substantive preparation for graduation including implementation of priority actions under the smooth transition strategy, regardless of whether any procedural engagement is pursued, acc...

National,Education & Research

Decision on operation of educational institutions at next Cabinet meeting: Minister

The government will finalise a plan on how educational institutions will operate with reduced electricity consumption amid the ongoing global energy crisis at the next cabinet meeting, said Education Minister Dr ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milon on Sunday.“A decision on whether to introduce online class...

National,Security & Defence

RAB yet to receive tribunal request over enforced disappearance, crossfire cases: DG

Newly appointed Director General of Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) Md Ahsan Habib Palash on Sunday said the force has not yet received any request from the International Crimes Tribunal regarding allegations of enforced disappearances and crossfire incidents but pledged full cooperation if approached....

National,Diplomachy

India reiterates support for democratic, inclusive Bangladesh

Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma has reiterated India’s support for a democratic, progressive and inclusive Bangladesh.The High Commissioner was invited to a prize-distribution ceremony of a national-level Srimad Bhagavad Gita recitation competition organised by the Banglade...

National,Politics,Fair & Festivals

Pahela Baishakh procession renamed ‘Baishakhi Shobhajatra’

The traditional procession organised by the Faculty of Fine Arts of Dhaka University marking Pahela Baishakh, the first day of Bangla New Year, has been renamed ‘Baishakhi Shobhajatra’, Cultural Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury announced on Sunday.He made the announcement while talki...

National,Politics,Religion

Protestant Church leaders exchange Easter greetings with PM

Leaders of the Protestant Church exchanged Easter greetings with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Sunday.The greeting exchange was held at the Cabinet Division office of the Prime Minister at the Bangladesh Secretariat around 11:45am, said Prime Minister’s Deputy Press Secretary Jahidul Islam ...

National,Healthcare

Vaccination key to safeguarding children: Muhit

State Minister for Health Dr MA Muhit on Sunday said ensuring vaccination for all children is crucial to keeping them safe and healthy, as the government accelerates efforts to prevent measles.He said the government is working swiftly and sincerely to ensure adequate supply of measles vaccines, addr...

National

Bangladesh braces for hike in commodity prices, warns Khosru

Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury on Sunday warned that prices of essential commodities are set to rise in Bangladesh in the coming days due to ongoing global supply chain disruptions triggered by the Middle East conflict.“Due to the supply chain crisis, not only fuel ...

National,Transportation & Aviation

Unauthorised drone seized in Shahjalal airport area

An unauthorised drone has been seized  in the VIP area of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka after detecting an illegal operation.It was seized around 8:37pm on April 4 when it was being used to capture video footage in front of the VIP Pole Gate during the arrival of players of th...

National,Power, Energy, Oil, Gas

Power sector tops govt priority as summer test looms

The Power Division has prioritised the energy sector as a key focus area as it moves to meet the country’s rising electricity demand in summer amid growing global uncertainties.The country currently has a total installed power generation capacity of 32,332 MW, including 28,919 MW from grid-bas...

National,Power, Energy, Oil, Gas,Administrations

Austerity measures kick in amid energy crisis

Government-imposed austerity measures – featuring revised office hours and shorter business operations – came into effect on Sunday as the country moves to curb energy consumption amid the ongoing Middle East crisis.Under the new schedule, all government and private offices will operate ...

National,Bank & Insurance,Diplomachy

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank delegation meets PM

A delegation from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) met Prime Minister Tarique Rahman here on Saturday.The meeting was held at the Prime Minister’s Office at Tejgaon, said his Deputy Press Secretary Jahidul Islam Rony....

National,City,Education & Research

Urban areas to see blended learning to save power: Milon

Education Minister Dr ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milon on Saturday said classes in urban areas will be conducted through a blended system – both offline and online – to help conserve electricity amid the war-induced global crisis.“We will run classes in urban areas in both offline and onlin...

National,Power, Energy, Oil, Gas,Politics

PM discusses challenges, energy crisis in meeting with businesses

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Saturday held a marathon meeting with top businesses, focusing on improving the investment climate, resolving industry challenges and addressing the ongoing energy crisis.The meeting, held at the Prime Minister’s Office in Tejgaon, began around 11:30am and cont...