Hasan meets UK minister of state for media in London
Information and Broadcasting Minister Hasan Mahmud met with the United Kingdom`s Minister of State for Media, Tourism and Creative Industries Sir John Whittingdale at his office in London on Wednesday18:18 31 August 2023
Dhaka to welcome Paris proposal to set up satellite factory: Momen
Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen on Thursday said that Dhaka would welcome Paris`s proposal to set up a satellite factory in Bangladesh as France President Emmanuel Macron is likely to visit here in September18:08 31 August 2023
17 more die from dengue, 2,308 hospitalised in 24hrs
The health authorities recorded 17 more deaths from dengue in the last 24 hours till Thursday morning, raising this year’s fatalities from the mosquito-borne disease in Bangladesh to 59318:01 31 August 2023
US investors seek tax exemption in agriculture, service, energy sectors: Finance minister
Investors from the United States (US) have requested the government for tax exemption in various sectors, including agriculture, service, energy and other sectors to expedite their investment in Bangladesh16:46 31 August 2023
Tanzid debuts as Tigers bat first against Sri Lanka
Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan opted to bat first after winning the toss in their first game of the Asia Cup against co-host Sri Lanka at Pallekele Cricket Stadium in Kandy on Thursday15:45 31 August 2023
Maersk gets initial nod to install container terminal at CTG port
Chittagong Port Authority (CPA) has said they gave their initial approval to Copenhagen-based port and cargo operator Maersk Group to set up a new container terminal near the country’s main seaport, an official said.14:17 31 August 2023
Six technologies powering clean energy transition: ADB
The consensus is clear that the world must urgently move away from burning fossil fuels which emit planet-warming carbon dioxide. But upending coal, oil, and gas systems that have powered human progress for centuries is arguably our most complex task to date.13:25 31 August 2023
52 die in building fire in S.Africa
More than 50 people were killed in a fire that engulfed a five-storey building in central Johannesburg of South Africa on Thursday, according to the South African city`s emergency services13:01 31 August 2023
JAAGO Foundation Founder Korvi Rakshand wins Ramon Magsaysay Award
Korvi Rakshand, founder of JAAGO Foundation, has been named one of the winners of the 2023 Ramon Magsaysay Award12:53 31 August 2023
WB approves $200mn to help Bangladesh improve primary healthcare in cities
The World Bank has approved $200 million to help Bangladesh improve primary healthcare services for treatment, prevention and referral for common illnesses including mosquito-borne diseases like dengue, and medical waste management in Dhaka North and South City Corporations, Chattogram City Corporation, and Savar and Tarabo municipalities12:33 31 August 2023
PM Hasina’s participation at G20 Summit to boost Dhaka-Delhi ties: Momen
Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen on Thursday said Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s participation at the G20 Summit in New Delhi will add yet another feather to the ‘Golden Chapter’ in Dhaka-Delhi ties11:35 31 August 2023
Beijing encourages more Bangladeshis to engage in China: Embassy
Beijing encourages more Bangladeshi people to study, do business, go sightseeing and invest in China with applicant-friendly visa policies, various options of flights and attractive ticket prices11:27 31 August 2023
Teesta riverbank erosion in Lalmonirhat: Fear of losing homes grips locals
Residents of areas along the Teesta river in Aditmari upazila of Lalmonirhat district are living in fear of losing their homes and crops as erosion has taken a serious turn11:18 31 August 2023
Momen to hold talks with Russian FM Lavrov September 7
Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen on Wednesday said Bangladesh would raise the Rohingya issue during Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s planned visit to Bangladesh on September 711:14 31 August 2023
Japan-Bangladesh business cooperation will grow further: Speakers
Volume of bilateral trade between Japan and Bangladesh will reach a new height soon, speakers said on Wednesday10:26 31 August 2023
Bangladesh’s prosperity praiseworthy, US congressman tells Hasan
The US senior congressman and Parliamentary Security Intelligence Forum (PSIF) Chairman Robert Pittenger on Wednesday lauded Bangladesh’s economic progress, saying Bangladesh is a close partner of the US in combating terrorism in South Asia21:54 30 August 2023
Some countries want sycophant govt in Bangladesh: PM
Prime Minister and Awami League President Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday said some big countries want a sycophant government in Bangladesh because of its geographic location21:23 30 August 2023
Govt to set up two Digital Economy hubs for ICT industry
The government will set up two Digital Economy hubs for the ICT industry to create conducive environment for digital economy by providing policy support, implementing upskilling and reskilling initiatives and coordinating Center of Excellence on digital technologies19:52 30 August 2023
VAT collection increases by 22% in July
The collection of Value Added Tax (VAT) by the National Board of Revenue (NBR) has witnessed a growth of 22 percent in the first month (July) of the current fiscal year (FY24)19:41 30 August 2023
7 more die from dengue, 2,132 hospitalised in 24hrs
The health authorities recorded seven more deaths from dengue in the last 24 hours till Wednesday morning, raising this year’s fatalities from the mosquito-borne disease in Bangladesh to 57619:29 30 August 2023
Stocks witness up on large-cap vibe
Stocks on Wednesday witnessed upward trend as major indices of both Dhaka and Chittagong Stock Exchanges were found rising with higher activities of some large-cap securities18:27 30 August 2023
Govt to procure 6,000 tonnes of lentil, 40 lakh litres of edible oil for TCB
The government has approved the procurement of 6,000 tonnes of lentil and 40 lakh litres of rice bran oil for the Trading Corporation of Bangladesh (TCB), a state-run agency under the commerce ministry18:21 30 August 2023
Govt approves tariff for Bagerhat 300MW solar power plant
The government has approved a proposal on fixing of tariff for procuring electricity from the 300MW solar power plant to be set up in Rampal area under Bagerhat district17:56 30 August 2023
New Delhi getting ready to welcome world leaders at G20 summit on Sept 9-10
New Delhi, the capital of India, is getting ready to welcome the world leaders ahead of the mega event- G20 summit- slated for September 9-10 to ensure the world’s economic reforms17:18 30 August 2023
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