National,Business
From the early hours, the Gabtoli cattle market, the largest in the capital, has been grappling with a severe shortage of sacrificial animals ahead of Eid. Failing to find suitable cattle, buyers are now flocking to the 100 Feet New Bazar in search of livestock.A visit to the Gabtoli market rev...
National,Politics,Country
President Mohammed Shahabuddin on Friday extended his warm greetings to the nation on the occasion of the holy Eid-ul-Azha.In a statement, the president said, “Eid Mubarak! On the occasion of one of the most significant religious festivals of the Muslims, Eid-ul-Azha, I extend my heartfelt gre...
The price of gold has increased by Tk 2,415 per bhori (11.664 grams) for 22-carat gold, now standing at Tk 1,72,336, effective from today (Friday) – just a day before Eid. In a press release, the Bangladesh Jewellers’ Association (Bajus ) said the price of acid gold (pure gold) has ...
National,Country
UNB, Sylhet: Though the north eastern district of Sylhet has experienced light rainfall throughout the day, water levels in the Surma and Kushiyara rivers swelled above the danger mark, causing tension among people living along the riverbanks.As of 9am on Thursday, the rivers were still overflowing ...
National,Health
Bangladesh reported one more COVID-19-linked death and three fresh cases in 24 hours till Thursday morning.With the new numbers, the country's total fatalities rose to 29,500 and caseload to 2,051,739, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).The daily case test positivity ...
National,Front Page
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Monday said a ‘horror museum’ should be established to exhibit the findings of torture and persecution uncovered by the Inquiry Commission on Enforced Disappearances.“The second interim report of the Commission primarily highlighted the sev...
BNP on Wednesday described the proposed national budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year as ‘unilateral, traditional and non-participatory’ and said it fails to offer concrete strategies to address long-standing economic vulnerabilities, including soaring inflation and rising poverty.“B...
National,Politics
The Amar Bangladesh Party (AB Party) has expressed disappointment over the interim government’s failure to present a budget that offers clear guidance for economic recovery.The party criticised the lack of consultation with political parties and other relevant stakeholders during the budget fo...
City
All waste generated on the day of Eid-ul-Azha will be removed within the same day to keep the city clean, said Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Administrator Mohammad Azaz on Wednesday.“Nearly 20,000 tonnes of waste is expected to be produced this Eid. To ensure swift removal, around 10,000...
The government will take legal action if any transport operator charges extra fares or carries passengers beyond capacity during Eid journeys, said Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (retd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury on Wednesday.“We are making every effort to ensure a safe and hassle-free Eid journe...
Emergency services at the National Institute of Ophthalmology and Hospital resumed on Wednesday morning, a week after suspension of operations following an alleged attack on medical staff.Acting Director of the hospital Jan-e-Alam said that the emergency unit resumed at 8am.But he could not confirm ...
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) has welcomed the national budget for FY26 in the challenging time with some observations such as lowering tax in online trading and cashless transaction.The view was expressed at a post-budget press conference at ICAB's office her...
National,Travel & Tourism,Entertainment,Country
A 10-day Eid-ul-Azha holiday will begin on Thursday with thousands already left the capital to celebrate the festival with their families at their village homes.Although the holiday officially starts on Thursday, the exodus began last Saturday and gained momentum on Wednesday, with transport hubs li...
National,Business,Politics,Budget
BNP on Wednesday announced an ambitious economic action plan outlining the steps it intends to take during its first 180 days in office, if voted back to power in the next general election.At a press conference at the party chairperson’s Gulshan office, BNP Standing Committee Member Amir Khosr...
The Chief Adviser will meet King Charles and will hold bilateral talks with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer during the planned visit in addition to his other engagements. File PhotoChief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus is scheduled to pay a four-day official visit to the United Kingdom (UK) from Jun...
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami is set to regain its registration along with its traditional election symbol, the Scales (Dāripalla), very soon, a member of the Election Commission said on Wednesday.“Jamaat-e-Islami will soon get back its registration. We are taking necessary steps. The Election C...
National,Business,Bank & Insurance
Although Bangladesh Bank has released newly designed Tk20, Tk50, and Tk1,000 notes ahead of Eid, scheduled banks are unable to supply them, while they are being sold at inflated prices on the open market.A visit to Motijheel and Gulistan reveals traders sitting under the open sky, openly displaying ...
Amid swirling rumours about the cancellation of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s recognition as a freedom fighter, Liberation War Affairs Adviser Faruk-e-Azam on Wednesday firmly dismissed the claim.He clarified that Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and four other national leaders were not mentioned as ‘ass...
National,City
For many Dhaka residents, the metro rail has become more than just a mode of transport — it’s a symbol of the city’s growing modernity and a reliable companion in the daily rush, but on the joyous occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, the capital’s most popular commuter service will take ...
BNP on Tuesday said it wants only the national election to be held under a non-party caretaker government and supports the 90-day tenure for such a non-party election-time government.“Our party does not want local government elections to be held under a caretaker government,” BNP Standin...
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