US provides grants to Bangladesh’s young journalists’ projects
The US Embassy in Dhaka has announced $18,430 as a grant for four pioneering projects, developed by journalism students and young journalists, to advance media literacy and combat misinformation in Bangladesh01:27 24 June 2024
Joint river management discussed during PM’s Delhi visit: Hasan
Foreign Minister Dr Hasan Mahmud on Sunday said Dhaka and New Delhi discussed on joint river management of 54 transboundary rivers, including the Teesta, during Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s India visit01:20 24 June 2024
Philippe Varin elected as chair of ICC
International industry leader Philippe Varin has been elected chair of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) - the voice of world business, representing over 45 million businesses01:16 24 June 2024
Matiur Rahman removed from NBR
President of the National Board of Revenue`s (NBR) Customs, Excise and VAT Appellate Tribunal Md Matiur Rahman has been transferred to the Internal Resources Division (IRD) of the Finance Ministry01:13 24 June 2024
Govt asks Matiur not to join Sonali Bank’s board meeting
The government has instructed Matiur Rahman, who has come into spotlight after a controversy over his wealth, not to attend the board meetings of Sonali Bank PLC01:08 24 June 2024
CPD for structured energy budget to ensure sustainability
The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) on Sunday laid emphasis on structured budget for power and energy sector to ensure energy sustainability in the country01:05 24 June 2024
Stocks flat as large-cap issues tumble
Stock markets on Sunday finished the session of the week flat as the major indices of the both Dhaka and Chittagong stock exchanges showed no significant rise amid lower activities of large-cap securities01:02 24 June 2024
Build well-organised party, win people’s trust to confront any conspiracy: PM
Prime Minister and Awami League (AL) President Sheikh Hasina on Sunday asked her partymen to work for a well- organised party and achieve people`s confidence and trust so that no attack or conspiracy can destroy the party as it is like a phoenix bird that rises from the ashes of the burnt00:54 24 June 2024
Mango business gains momentum after Eid holidays in Rajshahi
After Eid holidays, mango trading has gained momentum in different markets of Rajshahi, Chapainawabganj and Naogaon districts with the appearance of delicious varieties of the seasonal fruit amid high prices15:37 23 June 2024
Merchant ship damaged by drone attack in Red Sea: UK agency
A merchant ship was damaged by a drone attack in the Red Sea near Yemen early Sunday morning, though no injuries were reported, according to a British maritime security agency15:34 23 June 2024
Israeli forces tie wounded Palestinian to jeep in West Bank raid
Israeli troops tied a wounded Palestinian man to a military vehicle during a raid in the occupied West Bank city of Jenin, the army said Sunday, admitting that soldiers had violated operational procedures15:32 23 June 2024
Who profits from the soaring price of cocoa?
Though cocoa prices on the financial markets have soared, the rise is benefiting cocoa growers, bean processors, speculators and chocolatiers in unequal measure15:26 23 June 2024
Tigers keen to keep winning spree against Afghans in ICC tournament
Bangladesh will take on Afghanistan in their last match of the Super 8 phase with an aim to keep their slim hopes of making T20 World Cup semi-final alive at Kingstown in St Vincent on Tuesday as the match starts at 6.30 AM (Bangladesh Time)15:23 23 June 2024
Thousands march in London to call for ’urgent’ climate action
Thousands of protestors from across the UK marched through central London on Saturday to call for "urgent political action" on nature00:11 23 June 2024
Boeing Starliner’s return to Earth delayed again
NASA said on Friday the Boeing Starliner`s return to Earth from the International Space Station, which was scheduled for next week, has been delayed again23:58 22 June 2024
Over 17 lakh people marooned in Sylhet, Sunamganj floods
A devastating floods in Sylhet and Sunamganj inundated much of two northeastern districts leaving over 17 lakh people stranded and damaging standing crops and infrastructures23:53 22 June 2024
PM returns home from New Delhi
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina returned home tonight after wrapping up her two-day state visit to India23:50 22 June 2024
Bangladesh-India to continue focus on enhancing connectivity, commerce for shared prosperity
Bangladesh and India have jointly articulated their shared vision for peace, prosperity and development of the two neighbors and the entire region, driven by connectivity, commerce and collaboration.23:47 22 June 2024
Bangladesh seeks India’s support to become member of BRICS: FM
Foreign Minister Dr Hasan Mahmud on Saturday said Bangladesh has sought support from India to become a member of BRICS, a group of emerging-market nations - the acronym stands for Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa23:43 22 June 2024
Dhaka, Delhi sign 7 new MoUs to further deepen ties
Dhaka and New Delhi on Saturday signed 10 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) including seven new and three renewed in the presence of Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her Indian counterpart Narendra Modi to further consolidate the ever-growing relationship between the two neighbouring countries23:40 22 June 2024
Dhaka, Delhi agree about shared vision for sustainable future: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Saturday said Dhaka and New Delhi agreed on a shared vision for digital and green partnership to ensure a sustainable future for both the nations.23:36 22 June 2024
Indian technical team to visit Dhaka soon to talk conservation of Teesta river: Modi
Sending a technical team by India to Bangladesh soon for a mega project to conserve and manage Teesta river, moving ahead to start negotiations on a comprehensive trade pact and boosting defence ties were among major outcomes of talks between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bangladeshi counterpart Sheikh Hasina on Saturday23:33 22 June 2024
Bangladesh receives $900m WB financing to increase economic, urban resilience
The World Bank (WB)`s Board of Executive Directors on Friday approved two projects totaling US$900 million to help Bangladesh strengthen fiscal and financial sector policies and improve urban infrastructure and management to ensure sustainable and climate-resilient growth23:30 22 June 2024
’Saudi state did not fail’ after 1,100 deaths during hajj
A senior Saudi official defended the Gulf kingdom`s management of the hajj pilgrimage on Friday after various countries reported more than 1,100 deaths, many attributed to high heat01:06 22 June 2024
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