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Bangladesh’s 2025-26 budget may reach 8 trillion

Zahid Hussain, a member of the White Paper Committee and former Lead Economist at the World Bank stated that the budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 could be approximately 8 trillion (Tk 8 lakh crore). He added that the revenue collection target could be set at Tk 5.42 trillion, and the deficit...

Govt okays SC Judges Appointment Ordinance

The Interim Government has cleared the draft of Supreme Court Judges Appointment Ordinance, 2025 in line with the Judicial Reform Roadmap announced by the Chief Justice. The Council of Advisers, in a meeting on Thursday (January 16), gave the approval and also the final clearance to the proposed...

2025 Oscars cancellation rumors amid L.A. wildfires debunked

There were rumors that this years Oscars might be canceled due to the ongoing wildfire crisis in Los Angeles, with several media outlets reporting that The Oscars awards ceremony is on the brink of being canceled for the first time in its 96-year history. It also claimed that the Official...

National elections feasible by mid-year: Mirza Fakhrul

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has called for the 13th national elections to be held by mid-year, specifically by July-August 2025. On Tuesday, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir emphasized that it was entirely feasible to prepare for the elections within this time frame,...

Mahakumbh 2025: More than 1 crore devotees amassed

The Hindustan Times reported that bracing cold and dense fog, lakhs of devotees flocked to the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj on Tuesday to take a holy dip called the Amrit Snan on the occasion of Makar Sankranti festival. Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath extended wishes on the occasion...

Oscars 2025 nominees’ lunch cancelled, nominations delayed

The Hindustan Times reported that the nominees lunch for the 2025 Oscars has been cancelled, and the nomination announcement has been moved to a virtual event due to the LA wildfires. The Oscars executives said Monday it was cancelling its ritzy nominees luncheon, as Los Angeles grapples with...

US-Bangla Airlines becomes title sponsor of Dhaka Travel Mart 2025

Leading private sector airline of the country US-Bangla Airlines joins the 20th edition of the international tourism fair Dhaka Travel Mart 2025 as the title sponsor. The 3-day fair, organized by The Bangladesh Monitor, premier travel and tourism publication will be held between from February 6...

Garment tech, accessories expos to begin Wednesday at ICCB

The four-day international trade expos titled Garment Technology Show Bangladesh 2025 (GTB) and International Garment Accessories and Packaging Expo 2025 (GAP Expo) are scheduled to commence on Jan 8 at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) in Dhaka. The Bangladesh Garment...

Diets that nab awards in 2025

The Mediterranean diet which is more of a lifestyle than a diet has won top honors since 2019 for its focus on eating fruits, vegetables, grains, olive oil, and nuts and seeds while emphasizing the importance of meals with family and friends and daily exercise. The diet has captured 2025s best...

Samsung introduces ‘Eclipsa Audio’ 3D technology for 2025 TVs, soundbars

Samsung Electronics, in collaboration with Google, has unveiled Eclipsa Audio, a groundbreaking 3D audio technology designed to redefine home entertainment. This innovative technology will be featured across Samsungs 2025 TV and soundbar lineup, including models from the Crystal UHD series to the...

Over 1.26cr people enjoy benefits of social safety net programme: CA

Chief Adviser (CA) Professor Muhammad Yunus today (Jan 1) said that currently over 1.26 crore people are being served under the social safety net programme. With the help of information technology, the allowances of social safety net programme are reaching the doorstep of the people through...

Tasnia Farin to juggle acting & singing in 2025

Tasnia Farin, the popular small-screen actress, has already won the hearts of her fans with her acting skills. She has been amusing on screen with a series of hit dramas and even crossed borders to make a mark in West Bengal. Beyond acting, Farin also got serious moves, showing off her dancing...

CA greets countrymen on New Year's eve

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has extended his greetings to the countrymen and expatriate Bengalis as well as the people across the world on the occasion of the New Year-2025. In a message on the eve of the New Year, he said, The message of the arrival of the new excites us, inspires us...

Sydney welcomes 2025 with spectacular fireworks display

Australias Sydney has welcomed 2025 with a spectacular fireworks display - cheers erupted as the clock struck midnight and the skies lit up over the harbor. In the minutes before, a countdown was projected onto the Sydney Harbour Bridge, with thousands joining in for the final 10 seconds, BBC...

New Year welcomed in Australia, New Zealand with dazzling fireworks, colorful local traditions

As cities across the world gear up for New Year celebrations highlighting local cultures and traditions, Australia and New Zealand welcome 2025 with fireworks. New Zealands Auckland has become the first major city to welcome 2025 with thousands of revellers counting down to the new year and...

Govt primary schools to get 76 holidays in 2025

In 2025, government primary schools will have 76 holidays, excluding the weekends on Friday and Saturday, reports bdnews24.com. The Ministry of Primary and Mass Education approved the list of 76 holidays for government primary schools in 2025. The Directorate of Primary Education proposed a...

World population to be 8.09 billion on Jan 1, 2025

Citing US census bureau release, the AP reported that the world population increased by more than 71 million people in 2024 and will be 8.09 billion people on New Years Day. The 0.9% increase in 2024 was a slight slowdown from 2023, when the world population grew by 75 million people. In January...

Chief Advisor signs inaugural envelope for Youth Festival 2025

Keeping the slogan come, change the country, change the world ahead, Chief Advisor Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus has signed the inaugural envelope of the Youth Festival 2025 organized by the Ministry of Youth and Sports and under the overall supervision of the Office of the Chief Advisor. He...

Turkiye raises minimum wage by 30% for 2025

Labor and Social Security Minister Vedat Isikhan announced that Turkiyes minimum wage will rise to TL 22,104 ($630.36) in 2025, reflecting a 30% increase from the previous year. The decision followed the fourth meeting of the Minimum Wage Determination Commission, held on Tuesday. On Tuesday...

Instagram's AI video editing tool set to launch in 2025

Instagram is taking content creation to the next level with a new generative AI video editing feature, set to launch next year. This tool will let creators modify nearly every element of their videos by simply using text prompts, making it easy even for those without advanced editing skills. Im...

Poor to get relief from Tax burden in next budget

The finance adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed said the poor people will get relief from the burden of Tax in the next fiscal year budget. He made the statement while addressing journalists at the Bangladesh Secretariat in the capital on Thursday. The adviser said: The budget for the upcoming fiscal...

‘Incentives for businessmen will be reduced in next budget’

Finance adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed said in next fiscal years (2025-26) budget the incentives for businessmen will be reduced. He made the remark at annual meeting of International Business Forum of Bangladesh (IBFB) on Sunday at an ostentatious hotel at Gulshan. He said: Businessmen have to...

Schedule of SSC Exams 2025 published

The schedule for the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examinations for 2025 has been published. The exams will start on April 10 next year with the Bengali First Paper exam. The Inter-School Board Examination Regulatory Committee released the exams schedule On Thursday. All exams will be...

Harry Potter TV series to start filming in summer 2025

The long-awaited Harry Potter TV series, produced by HBO, will begin filming in the summer of 2025 at Warner Bros Studios in Leavesden, Hertfordshire, UK, where the original Harry Potter movies were shot. Warner Bros streaming service, Max, announced that the new Harry Potter series will last...

UN Warns of record humanitarian needs in 2025, appeals for $47.4 billion in aid

The United Nations has projected that a record 305 million people will require urgent humanitarian assistance in 2025, driven by the compounding effects of prolonged conflicts, climate change, and widespread violations of international humanitarian law. Speaking on Wednesday, UN Emergency Relief...

Conan O'Brien to host 97th Academy Awards at the 2025 Oscars

Emmy Award-winning TV host, writer, producer, and comedian Conan OBrien will serve as the sole host for the 97th Academy Awards on March 2, 2025, Deadline reports. This will be OBriens first time hosting the Oscars. Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang shared their excitement...

'Mission Impossible 8: The Final Reckoning' – is this the end of the franchise?

Tom Cruise is back in action, gearing up for another nearly impossible mission in Mission: Impossible The Final Reckoning. While fans eagerly await to see if Cruise will perform daring stunts, such as his famous cliff jump on a motorcycle or a thrilling leap at the 2024 Paris Olympics, one thing...

IPL auction to be held in S Arabia on Nov 24-25

The IPL 2025 player auction will be held overseas for the second successive year after Jeddah in Saudi Arabia was chosen as the venue for the event scheduled to be held on November 24 and 25. The BCCI confirmed the dates and the venue while also revealing that 1574 players have registered for...