Politics
Prime Minister’s Adviser on Information and Broadcasting Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman on Tuesday said individuals associated with Awami League can participate in the upcoming local government elections, provided they meet the eligibility criteria and do not campaign on behalf of the party.He made the r...
Diplomachy
US Ambassador to Bangladesh, Brent T. Christensen made a courtesy call on Leader of the Opposition Md. Shafiqur Rahman at the Jatiya Sangsad (JS) Bhaban here today.The meeting took place at the Opposition Leader's office in the Jatiya Sangsad where both sides discussed issues of mutual interest ...
Bangladesh has sought enhanced cooperation from the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) in education, climate resilience and sustainable development as both countries look to deepen their longstanding partnership through new collaborative initiatives.The issue came up during a meetin...
Sports
Bangladesh secured nine medals, including seven individual and two team medals, at the 21st Junior and Senior Open Artistic Gymnastics Championship 2026 held in Singapore from June 3 to 7, with students from Quantum Cosmo School and College playing a pivotal role in the country's success.All sev...
Bank & Insurance
Kazi Shairul Hassan has been appointed new chairman while Abedur Rahman Sikder new managing director (MD) of Sammilito Islami Bank PLC, which was formed through the merger of five troubled Islami banks.The Financial Institutions Division (FID) of the Ministry of Finance announced the leadership chan...
National
Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has underscored the importance of modern and effective water management for safeguarding public health, protecting the environment and ensuring sustainable urban development.Speaking during a visit to the under...
The government has paid tribute to Bangladeshi peacekeepers serving under the United Nations, recognising their sacrifices and contributions to global peace and security.Foreign Affairs State Minister Shama Obaed Islam on Monday praised the role of Bangladeshi peacekeepers, saying their dedication a...
Media
The BNP Media Cell on Monday issued a warning over the formation and promotion of fake committees in different districts under its name.It also urged party leaders, activists and the public to remain cautious about fraudulent social media pages, groups and communities claiming affiliation with the M...
Experts from across South Asia and beyond have underscored the importance of adopting the “One Health” approach to ensure safe, sustainable and resilient poultry production, saying closer coordination among the agriculture, public health and environmental sectors is essential to address ...
Business & Commerce
Bangladesh's pharmaceutical industry has emerged as one of the country's most promising export sectors, with locally manufactured medicines now reaching more than 140 countries worldwide, Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Hossain said on Monday.Speaking to journalists at ...
Experts have stressed the need for mandatory warning-based front-of-package labelling (FOPL) on packaged foods, saying the measure could help consumers make healthier choices and reduce the growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Bangladesh.The recommendations were made at a webinar ti...
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami sought the support of Turkey to find a permanent solution to the Rohingya crisis, economic progress and cooperation in various important sectors.Jamaat Ameer and opposition leader in Parliament Dr. Shafiqur Rahman informed reporters after an hour-long meeting with visiting...
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Saturday extended an invitation to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to visit Bangladesh at a mutually convenient time.The premier extended the invitation as Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan paid a courtesy call on him at the Prime Minister's Office (PMO...
National,ICT
Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon, MP has emphasized that digital security has become more important than conventional border security in today's rapidly evolving world. He said that as societies continue to transform into knowledge and technology-driven ecosystems, ensuri...
ICT
Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon today urged the country's ICT experts to quickly prepare and submit a draft of an effective national action plan to address cyber risks and ensure online safety. He made the call while addressing a roundtable discussion titled "C...
Healthcare
The authorities of Ad-din Medical College Hospital have described the deaths of six newborns on May 27 as a case of “unexpected negligence” and have suspended two staff members following an internal investigation.Hospital representatives also announced a series of support measures for th...
National,City
BNP Secretary General and Minister for Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives, Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, has said that due to increasing pollution, mismanagement and mounting civic challenges, Dhaka no longer appears to be a livable city. He even indicated that he personally is...
National,Healthcare
A study conducted by icddr’b has found that nearly 65 percent of female garment workers become pregnant before reaching the age of 18, highlighting widespread early marriage and reproductive health challenges among women employed in Bangladesh’s garment sector.Fourteen-year-old Rukhsana ...
A total of 32,832 Bangladeshi Hajis (Who performed holy Hajj) have returned home from Saudi Arabia as of Friday following the completion of this year's Hajj held on May 26. "A total of 78 return flights were operated by three designated carriers -- 28 by Biman Bangladesh Airlines, 31 b...
The Shahjalal International Airport area has been declared a silent zone, with authorities warning that strict action will be taken against violations of noise pollution regulations.Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Administrator Mohammad Shafiqul Islam Khan made the announcement while speaking as...
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