- Develop highly skilled professional diplomats very important: Shama
- 160 gold bars seized in Dhaka airport
- Portugal declares state of alert as extreme heat grips country
- July Shaheed Memorial Meeting on Saturday, PM to attend
- PM unveils book on President Ziaur Rahman
- ‘Think twice’: Iran’s army warns against any ‘miscalculation’ by US, Israel
- Govt won’t tolerate any attempt to damage country’s image: Home Minister
- Measles-like symptoms claim 5 more lives in 24 hrs
- Bangladesh enacts new anti-online gambling law
- Palestinian Ambassador calls on PM's Foreign Affairs Advisor
- Mohammad Monirul Islam becomes ACC DG
- Nazrul's pen was sharp weapon against colonial rule, oppression: PM
- China's Z.ai stirs 'mini DeepSeek moment' with low-cost AI model GLM-5.2
- Dhaka-Beijing defence ties part of broader cooperation: Envoy
- Don't ignore Grade 1 fatty liver, experts urge
- Teachers must choose: Job or local elections
- Senegal robbed of victory, says Ibrahimovic
- Bangladesh urges stronger global cooperation against terrorism at UN
- Cabinet body to finalise draft amendments to Cyber Security Act
- Govt developing "Tree Monitoring App" to track afforestation
Nazrul's pen was sharp weapon against colonial rule, oppression: PM
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Thursday said National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islams pen was a sharp weapon against colonial rule, oppression, exploitation, inequality, discrimination, superstition and every form of injustice and ugliness, reports BSS. Nazurl was a rare genius whose influence has...
PM urges protection of animals, inclusive and safe society
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Thursday urged people to uphold the humanistic ideals of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, saying the government is committed to building an inclusive society where people of all faiths can live in safety and peace, while ensuring animals are protected from cruelty....
PM pushes circular road, waterways to unclog capital
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Wednesday ordered authorities concerned to expedite work on Dhakas long-planned Inner Circular Ring Road while giving renewed emphasis to a 110-kilometre circular waterway, describing the two projects as central to easing the capitals chronic traffic congestion....
PM vows to restore discipline in the economy
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Monday vowed to restore discipline in the countrys economy, saying his government is committed to recovering laundered money from abroad as quickly as possible. He proposed several people-friendly amendments to the proposed national budget including reducing the...
PM launches tree plantation campaign in secondary schools
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Monday formally inaugurated a nationwide tree plantation programme for secondary educational institutions by planting a sapling on the premise of Bangladesh-China Friendship International Conference Center in the capital. Under the slogan One Child, One Tree, the...
PM terms FY27 budget ‘life-friendly’, says it aims to bring relief to all
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Monday described the proposed national budget as a life-friendly budget, saying it was designed to provide relief to people from all walks of life while helping the country overcome economic challenges inherited by his government. Participating in the general...
PM urges students to get ready to help build a better Bangladesh
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Sunday urged students to prepare themselves to help build a developed and prosperous Bangladesh, saying the younger generation is the future leadership of the country. He made the call when hosting a luncheon for a group of students, teachers and visitors from...
JS unanimously adopts motion thanking PM Tarique Rahman for China, Malaysia visits
The Jatiya Sangsad (JS) on Saturday unanimously adopted a thanksgiving motion recognising Prime Minister Tarique Rahmans recent six-day official visits to China and Malaysia, describing the tour as a significant step in strengthening Bangladeshs foreign relations. The visits marked the Prime...
China proposes Bangladesh-Myanmar-China economic corridor: PMO spokesman
China on Friday proposed the establishment of an economic corridor linking Bangladesh, Myanmar and China aimed at further deepening regional connectivity and trade, reports BSS. Today, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman had detailed discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping on connectivity... A...
PM to hold talks with Chinese counterpart this afternoon
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting with his Chinese counterpart Li Qiang at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Thursday afternoon. The meeting is set to begin at 5:00 pm local time, Prime Ministers Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Rumon said....
PM Tarique arrives in Beijing after Summer Davos
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman arrived in Beijing on Wednesday evening after attending the World Economic Forums (WEF) Annual Meeting of the New Champions, widely known as the Summer Davos, in Dalian. The prime minister reached the Chinese capital at 5:35pm local time after travelling from Dalian...
Kazakhstan PM meets Tarique Rahman
Kazakhstan Prime Minister Oljas Bektenov on Wednesday paid a courtesy call on his Bangladesh counterpart Tarique Rahman on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Conference in China. The meeting was held at about 10:15 am (local time), according to the PMs Press Wing. During...
No missile talks in Iran negotiations: Sharif
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has stressed that the Iranian missile program was never part of the negotiation and the memorandum of understanding his country mediated between Iran and the US, Mehr News Agency reported. Pakistani premier made the comments in a meeting and the following...
PM joins luncheon hosted by his Malaysian counterpart
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Monday attended a luncheon hosted by his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim. The luncheon was held at the residence of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in Putrajaya around 1:30 pm local time, reports BSS. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman was accompanied by his wife...
Govt to hire 100,000 health workers, 25,000 midwives
Prime Ministers Special Assistant on Health Affairs SM Ziauddin Hyder on Sunday said that the government plans to recruit 100,000 new health workers and 25,000 midwives over the next three to four years to ensure primary healthcare services of the people. He said the government aims to transform...
UK PM Starmer ready to resign on Monday: Report
Britains Observer newspaper said Prime Minister Keir Starmer was expected to resign on Monday and set out a timetable for his departure, though a government source said Starmer remained focused on getting on with the job of governing. The threat to Starmers position, which has been building for...
PM Tarique begins maiden overseas visits today
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will begin his first official overseas visits on Sunday with trips to Malaysia and China. His maiden foreign tour starts with a two-day visit to Malaysia and concludes with a China visit ending on 26 June. Foreign Secretary Asad Alam Siam shared details of the...
Dhaka, Beijing to sign 15-17 instruments during PM’s visit: FS
Bangladesh and China are expected to sign 15 to 17 bilateral instruments during Prime Minister Tarique Rahmans upcoming visit to China, with discussions on the long-awaited Teesta project. Foreign Secretary Asad Alam Siam disclosed the information at a media briefing at the foreign ministry on...
PM urges SSF to ensure security without distancing him from people
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Thursday called on the Special Security Force (SSF) to maintain a balance between ensuring the security of the head of government and preserving his close connection with the people, saying public trust and affection remain his greatest source of strength....
PM hopes govt steps to boost tax-GDP ratio
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Wednesday expressed the hope that the measures taken by his government will increase the tax-to-GDP ratio by 2 percent within one year and up to 10 percent within five years, reports BSS. I hope, through the implementation of all the plans (undertaken to increase...
Electric Trains Planned as Govt Expands Rail, Road Network: PM
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has announced plans to introduce electric trains on the countrys major railway routes as part of a broader effort to establish a safer, more efficient and environmentally friendly transport system. Speaking during the question-and-answer session of the budget...
Prime Minister joins event in Sreemangal
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman arrived at Sreemangal in Moulvibazar on Wednesday afternoon to distribute family cards among local residents. Prime Ministers Additional Press Secretary Atikur Rahman Rumon said Tarique Rahman attended the Victoria High School ground programme in Sreemangal at 1:03...
Zahed explains decision to return home without entering India
Prime Ministers Information Adviser Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman has explained why he returned to Bangladesh without entering India, saying the move was a protest against being kept waiting at New Delhis Indira Gandhi International Airport despite travelling on an official visit. Speaking at a press...
PM chairs ECNEC meeting at Secretariat
A meeting of the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) is underway with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman in the chair, reports BSS. The meeting began on Tuesday at the Public Administration Meeting Room of the Cabinet Division at Bangladesh Secretariat here, said Prime...
PM praises Moulvibazar youth's eco-friendly innovations
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Sunday praised young innovator Sajjadul Islam from Moulvibazar after being informed about his development of several innovative and eco-friendly products. The Prime Minister was informed about the innovations of Sajjadul Islam at a meeting at the Bangladesh...
We want to transform people’s lives through new budget: PM
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Saturday said the government aims to improve the lives of the countrys people through the implementation of the new national budget. He made the remarks while addressing a public rally in Chakaria of Coxs Bazar after completing other engagements during his...
PM visits Dulahazara Safari Park
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman visited Dulahazara Safari Park in Coxs Bazar Saturday afternoon after attending re-excavation programme of the historic Patli canal in the district. He was accompanied by his spouse Dr Zubaida Rahman. During the visit, they toured various parts of the park....
PM calls on citizens to plant trees wherever possible
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Saturday urged all citizens to plant at least one tree each, emphasizing that it would help ensure cleaner air and a healthier environment for future generations. I would like to request everyone in the country, keeping in mind the future of your children so that...