- Protesters extend 'Dark Indonesia' rally against Prabowo's policies
- Abu Sayeed dispels fear from hearts of Bengalese with life: Mahmudur Rahman
- Cook Islands announces deep sea minerals deal with China
- Bangladesh also walks out during Israeli speech at Global Ministerial Conference
- Early wicket loss against India an accident: Razzak
- Attempts being made to hijack revolution to come to power: Amir Khasru
- Zelensky 'not ready' to sign minerals deal with US: source
- BNP’s goal is to establish government of the people: Mintoo
- Hamas hands over 6 hostages to Red Cross
- England makes highest team total as Duckett hits 151 in Champions Trophy
- EC suspends six employees over NID fraud
- CEC wants to hold elections like the Eid festival
- None can survive by means of corruption: Shafiqur Rahman
- AP sues three Trump administration officials
- Environmental protection will shape our future: Rizwana
- Israeli forces kill two Palestinian teenagers
- Disney’s 'Snow White' live-action remake drops motion poster
- Vietnam govt approves $8.36B railway project to China
- Creatinine levels: the silent indicator of kidney health
- No load shedding during Ramadan, summer, says energy advisor
A sports-minded visionary
Bangladeshs one of the largest business groups and most influential corporate entity Bashundhara Group has proven itself to be a transformative force in the countrys sports landscape. This shift is largely attributed to the vision and dedication of its chairman, Ahmed Akbar Sobhan, whose...
Govt in talks to set up skill development centers
Chief Advisers Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam has said the interim government continues talks with foreign agencies to set up skill development centers in Bangladesh, reports BSS. We are looking into what logistical support they (foreign organisations) want in this regard, he told a press...
Dubai's ‘airport city’ set to create thousands of jobs as new passenger terminal nears completion
Dubai South is anticipating a surge in population and job creation as the emirates new airport terminal at Dubai World Central (DWC) takes shape, according to a top official. Currently home to around 25,000 residents, the area will soon be a bustling hub for over a million people, as the new...
Gas supply still delayed, 14 months after inauguration
Despite the official inauguration of the project on November 14 last year, Rangpur region is still waiting for the long-anticipated gas supply. The ceremony, which featured an online address by the Prime Minister of the ousted government, was followed by the unveiling of the plaque and lighting of...
Central bank lifts restrictions on bankers' foreign travel
In a significant policy shift, Bangladesh Bank has removed all restrictions on the foreign travel of bank officials. From now on, bankers will no longer need prior approval from the central bank to travel abroad. The new directive, issued in a circular on Sunday, allows bank officers to travel for...
6 Bangladeshi scouters shine at Australian Scout Jamboree
Six Bangladeshi expatriate Scout Leaders participated in the 26th Australian National Scout Jamboree, held in Brisbane, Australia, from January 6 to 15. The event brought together Scout delegations from 33 countries, showcasing a spirit of unity and global collaboration. The Bangladesh Scouter...
Government prioritizes reforms over elections: Asif Mahmud
Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuiyan, Advisor to the Interim Governments Ministries of Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives, and Youth and Sports, has reaffirmed the governments focus on implementing crucial reforms before holding elections. Our martyrs did not sacrifice their lives for a...
World Bank approves $1.16 billion for Bangladesh’s development and climate projects
World Banks Board of Executive Directors has sanctioned three projects worth $1.16 billion to help Bangladesh improve health services, boost water and sanitation services and achieve greener and climate-resilient development, reports UNB. The $500 million Second Bangladesh Green and Climate...
Bangladesh secures $1.16 billion WB financing for climate-resilient development
Bangladesh has secured $1.16 billion in World Bank financing to bolster its efforts in enhancing health services, improving water and sanitation infrastructure, and advancing green, climate-resilient development. The approval, announced by the World Banks Board of Executive Directors on Thursday...
Islamic finance can be supportive tool for economic rebuilding, say experts
A policy meeting in Dhaka on Sunday explored how Islamic finance could play a pivotal role in rebuilding Bangladeshs economy. The event, organized in collaboration with a private bank, gathered over 100 junior scholars and industry experts to discuss how principles of Islamic finance can promote...
Global coastal population grows by 26%, new study finds
Mississippi State University Professor Emeritus Arthur G. Cosby, along with a team of U.S.-based researchers, has revealed significant global trends in coastal population growth in a new study published in Scientific Reports-Nature. Using cutting-edge technology from Oak Ridge National Laboratorys...
Integrated planning essential for eco-friendly tourism development and coastal area protection: Environment Advisor
Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and the Ministry of Water Resources, emphasized the need for implementing integrated planning to ensure eco-friendly tourism development and coastal area protection. She said this on Thursday at a seminar...