National,Politics,Jatiya Sangsad

Constitution reform process: Jamaat-led alliance to hold protest rally on April 4

The 11-party alliance led by Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has announced a rally and protest march in Dhaka this coming Saturday (April 4), demanding implementation of the referendum verdict through constitutional reform.The rally is scheduled to be held at 5:00pm at the north gate of Baitul Mukarram N...

City,Law & Justice,Security & Defence

DMP drive to reclaim roads, footpaths: 51 jailed on 2nd day

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) imposed Tk 2.61 lakh in fines and sentenced 51 individuals to various terms in jail during the 2nd day of the special drive to reclaim the sidewalks of roads and footpaths on Thursday.During the drive, the law enforcers and executive magistrate also seized goods that ...

National,Politics,Fair & Festivals,Religion

Hindu community seeks three-day Durga Puja holiday

Bangladesh Puja Udjapan Parishad on Thursday demanded extension of Durga Puja holidays to three days.The discussions were held in a cordial and sincere atmosphere focusing on issues faced by the Hindu community, Santosh Sharma, General Secretary Puja Udjapan Parishad, told reporters after meeting th...

National,Politics,Jatiya Sangsad

Opposition Leader, Home Minister engage in heated debate in Parliament

A heated exchange took place in Parliament on Thursday between Leader of the Opposition Dr Shafiqur Rahman and Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed over remarks made during the previous day’s session.The verbal clash began during a ‘Point of Order’ after the question-and-answer session w...

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

Govt considering arbitration or renegotiation over Adani power deal: Minister

Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hassan Mahmood on Thursday told Parliament that the government is actively considering moving to international arbitration or revising the power purchase agreement signed with Indian Adani group through negotiations.“The options of going to th...

World,WAR

Major Iranian steel plants shut after US-Israeli attacks

Two of Iran’s largest steel producers have been forced out of operation following a series of US-Israeli attacks, authorities said.Khuzestan Steel Company in Ahvaz and Mobarakeh Steel Company in Isfahan province confirmed that their production facilities have been severely affected, reports Al...

National,Healthcare

New outpatient unit opened at Shishu Hospital

A new outpatient treatment unit was inaugurated at Bangladesh Shishu Hospital & Institute in the capital on Thursday.Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Hossain inaugurated the unit, which was constructed by the country’s leading pharmaceutical manufacturer and exporter, ...

National,Power, Energy, Oil, Gas,Agriculture & Farming,Jatiya Sangsad

No power deficit, outages occur in summer due to other reasons: Minister

Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hassan Mahmood on Thursday told Parliament that there is no electricity shortfall against demand though occasional outages occur during peak hours in summer due to multiple reasons.The Minister said this while replying to a scripted question from tr...

National,Jobs,Diplomachy,Passport, Vissa, Immigration ,WAR

Bangladesh thanks Kuwait for safeguarding 3 lakh expatriates

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed on Thursday thanked the government of Kuwait for ensuring the safety and security of the around 3 lakh Bangladeshi expatriates in Kuwait, reiterating Bangladesh’s stance of non-interference and peaceful diplomatic solution of conflicts.Ambassador ...

National,Business & Commerce,Economy

Bangladesh’s merchandise exports fall 19.78% in March

Bangladesh’s merchandise export earnings dropped sharply in March, falling 19.78 percent year-on-year due to a combination of fewer working days, weakening global demand and domestic production constraints.According to provisional data from the National Board of Revenue (NBR), the country expo...

National,Business & Commerce,Economy ,WAR

Economy faces multi-pronged pressures as Middle East conflict stokes energy fears: Experts

Bangladesh’s economy is grappling with intensifying pressure from multiple fronts  including the Middle East conflict and a volatile energy market which experts warn could destabilise macroeconomic stability.Dr. M. Masrur Reaz, chairman of think-tank Policy Exchange Bangladesh, told UNB t...

National,Business & Commerce,Jatiya Sangsad

29 state-owned industrial units rerunning at loss: Industries Minister

Industries Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir on Thursday told Parliament that a total of 29 state-owned industrial enterprises under the Industries Ministry are currently operating at loss.“Five state-owned enterprises of Bangladesh Steel and Engineering Corporation (BSEC), 14 of Bangladesh Su...

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

LPG price hiked by Tk 387 per 12-kg cylinder for April

The price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) has been increased again at the consumer level, with the Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) raising the price of a 12 kg LPG cylinder by Tk 387 for April.According to a BERC announcement issued on Thursday afternoon, the new price of a 12 kg LPG...

National,Power, Energy, Oil, Gas,Science & Technology

Telecom operators seek priority fuel supply to avoid disruptions

Mobile telecom operators have urged the government to ensure priority fuel supply and stable electricity for telecom infrastructure, warning that prolonged shortages could disrupt nationwide connectivity and affect the digital economy.The Association of Mobile Telecom Operators of Bangladesh (AMTOB)...

National,City,Accident, Fire, Disaster

445 earthquake shelters identified in Dhaka: Relief Minister

A total of 445 shelters have been identified in the two city corporations of Dhaka to address potential earthquake emergencies, Disaster Management and Relief Minister Asadul Habib Dulu said on Thursday.A total of 445 shelters have been designated in Dhaka North and South to support residents during...

National,City,Environment & Nature

DSCC ramps up drives for clean, climate-resilient city: Administrator

The Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) has undertaken a series of initiatives to build a clean, climate-resilient and citizen-friendly city, its Administrator Bir Muktijoddha Md Abdus Salam said on Thursday.Presenting a summary of activities carried out from February 25 to March 31 at a press confe...

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

Confusion over 8pm shop closure as traders give conflicting statements

A section of shop owners have announced that all shops, retail outlets and shopping malls across the country will close by 8pm daily to help ease pressure from the ongoing global energy crisis, while another major organisation says no such decision has been taken.The shop closure decision was disclo...

National,Power, Energy, Oil, Gas

Solar power can fast-track Bangladesh beyond fossil fuels: Report

Countries like Bangladesh can achieve faster, cheaper, and more secure development by bypassing fossil fuels and accelerating toward solar, batteries, and electrification, according to a new analysis by Ember in partnership with the Climate Vulnerable Forum and V20 Finance Ministers.The report, &ldq...

National,Business & Commerce,VAT, TAX, Revenue

600 firms picked for VAT audit under automated system

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has selected 600 firms for VAT audit through a fully automated system, aiming to ensure transparency and reduce human intervention in the process.In a press release issued on Thursday, the revenue authority said it has successfully implemented an Automated Risk Ma...

National,Accident, Fire, Disaster

20 killed in road crashes daily during Eid travel: RSF

At least 298 people were killed in 373 road accidents across the country in the 15 days – from March 14 to March 28 – during Eid-ul-Fitr journey, with an average of 20 deaths per day, according to the Road Safety Foundation (RSF).Over 2,000 people were injured in road crashes during the ...