National,Politics
The ‘July National Charter 2025’ is scheduled to be signed on Friday afternoon, with the interim government anticipating it will mark a moment of celebrations by the nation.The signing ceremony will take place at the South Plaza of the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban. Ahead of the event, the Chief...
The Amar Bangladesh Party (AB Party) on Thursday announced the names of its candidates for 108 constituencies as part of its first phase list for the upcoming 12th parliamentary election.AB Party Chairman Mojibur Rahman Monju announced the names at a press conference held at the Far East Tower audit...
National,CORPORATE & BRAND
The government has suspended a Customs official after her arrest by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) in Jashore earlier this month.According to a notification issued by the Internal Resources Division (IRD) under the Ministry of Finance, Shamima Akter, Revenue Officer at Benapole Customs House, ...
National
Ambassador and Head of Delegation of the European Union (EU) to Bangladesh Michael Miller on Thursday said “Shoktikonna” is part and parcel of their work in Bangladesh - to support women's empowerment, maximise growth potential, involve young people in decision-shaping and promote a ...
National,Sports,Cricket
Bangladesh cricketer Shakib Al Hasan, who has been staying abroad since the fall of the previous regime led by the former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has inked deals for three new foreign leagues.The Bangladesh allrounder will represent Royal Champs in the Abu Dhabi T10 League, which kicks off on ...
BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Thursday reaffirmed his party’s commitment to ensuring food security and protecting the dignity of farmers.In a post on his Facebook page on the occasion of World Food Day, he said Bangladesh’s farmers are the backbone of the nation and deserve to be...
Accusing a quarter of trying to create unrest by raising unnecessary issues like the proportional representation (PR) system, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Thursday said there will be no compromise on holding the next national election in February, 2026.“A certain quarte...
National,Art& Culture
A total of 69,097 students have achieved the highest GPA-5 in this year’s HSC and equivalent examinations, marking a significant decline compared to previous years.In 2024, 145,911 students earned GPA-5, showing a drop of 76,814 students this year.Among the GPA-5 achievers, 26,063 in the...
Detectives have detained Md Shahadat Hossain, younger of former minister Obaidul Quader and eight others involved with Awami League politics, in Dhaka.Muhammad Talebur Rahman, deputy commissioner (DC-Media) of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP), said this on Thursday morning.A Detective Branch (DB) tea...
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk has said the initiation of proceedings against those accused of carrying out enforced disappearances and torture under the previous government in Bangladesh was an important step towards accountability.“I urge full respect for the most scrupulous standard...
Protesting MPO-listed teachers and staff have warned that if their discussions with the government end without a positive outcome, they will go ahead with their planned “March to Jamuna” programme.The warning came amid discussion between the government and the representatives of th...
National,Bank & Insurance
Bangladesh Bank (BB) on Wednesday issued a public advisory following social media and media reports about a surge of counterfeit currency, reportedly entering the country from India.The central bank urged citizens not to panic unnecessarily.In a media release, Bangladesh Bank warned that such report...
Chief Adviser and head of the National Consensus Commission on Wednesday expressed optimism that the signing ceremony of the ‘July National Charter 2025’ will become an occasion of celebration for the whole nation.“You have made it possible which appeared to be impossible. We will ...
Member (Secretary) of the General Economics Division Dr. Monzur Hossain on Wednesday said by reducing non-tariff barriers, improving logistics, and expanding cross-border transport and digital connectivity, SAARC can unlock immense potential for trade and investment.“South Asia remains one of ...
National,Business & Commerce
The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) on Wednesday requested the Department of Inspection for Factories and Establishments (DIFE) and relevant authorities to ensure that due diligence is maintained across all industries to upholding the highest standards of complianc...
National,Entertainment & Glomour,Art& Culture
Rakib Hasan, the author of Tin Goyenda, a widely popular series of juvenile thriller novels, passed away at a hospital in the capital on Wednesday.He breathed his last while undergoing treatment at the hospital in the afternoon.Masuma Maimur, adviser to Sheba Prokashoni — the publishing house ...
BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Wednesday urged all quarters to shun divisions and unrest in the name of movements, emphasising the need for strong unity to hold the national election in February next year in line with the people’s aspirations. “Please save the ...
The government is working on a Tk 100-crore fund through the Jute Diversification Promotion Centre (JDPC) to revive the use of jute bags and bring about a cultural shift towards jute-based products, said Commerce Adviser Sk Bashir Uddin on Wednesday.“We are trying to bring about a cultural cha...
National,Healthcare
Reducing methane emissions from agriculture will depend on how effectively scientific insights are translated into everyday farming practice, supported by strong institutions, clear guidance, and farmer-driven delivery systems, said speakers at a workshop on Wednesday.The International Fund for Agri...
After the detection of anthrax in two districts, a team of Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) has recommended urgent quarantine of the affected areas, proper burial of carcasses and expanded vaccination and awareness programmes to contain its outbreak.The team came up with the recommendations ...
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