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US President Donald Trump approved military strikes on Friday against Iran in retaliation for the downing of an unmanned $130-million surveillance drone, but pulled back from launching the attacks, the...
Alternative investment fund managers (AIFMs) have urged the government to provide policy supports, including exemption from corporate tax, for the funds to help drive the country's startup ecosystem and generate...
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Chinese President Xi Jinping have agreed that strengthening bilateral ties, at a time of "serious and complicated" international affairs, was good for regional...
The securities regulator has asked the depository participants (DPs) to address the irregularities involving the investors' BO (beneficiary owner's) accounts by July 21. The directive came at a meeting of...
Ginger and garlic became costlier last week further raising woes of the consumers as prices of the two main cooking ingredients and other essential items had increased significantly before the...
Ten most traded companies accounted for one-fourth of transactions on the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) on Thursday, with the United Power Generation & Distribution Company making it to the top...
The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) will hold a training programme on 'Asset Management: Mutual Funds/Collective Investment Scheme' for the investors on July 01-03, according to DSE website. For registration, interested...
The US Federal Aviation Administration on Thursday issued an emergency order prohibiting US operators from flying in an overwater area of Tehran-controlled airspace over the Strait of Hormuz and Gulf...
Three people were killed when a truck hit a stationary pick-up van at Ranigram in Gurudaspur upazila of Natore district on Friday. The deceased were identified as Abdul Kader, 60,...
The Department of Inspection for Factories and Establishments (DIFE) has managed to prepare a database of some 27,000 industrial units across the country, officials said. The database is part of...
The 5th International Day of Yoga (IDY) was celebrated by the Indian High Commission in Dhaka on Friday with around 7000 people doing Yoga together at the Bangabandhu National Stadium....
The Trump administration has no plans to cap H-1B work visas for nations that force foreign companies to store data locally, the State Department said on Thursday. Reuters reported on...
The Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) has sought 20 per cent higher fund for constructing the Khulna 330-megawatts (MW) power plant, as the entity has failed to start its work...
Mushfiqur Rahim blasted Bangladesh to their highest ODI total of 333 for eight with his maiden World Cup century but it was not enough to prevent a 48-run defeat to...
The energy regulator is set to announce the highest ever hike in natural gas tariff next week, which is likely to be effective from July 01. "We've completed all sorts...
Former Agriculture Minister and Matia Chowdhury on Thursday strongly criticised the proposal for increasing tax at source on family savings certificate from five per cent to 10 per cent in...
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has urged the international organisations, including International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), to be active for repatriation and rehabilitation of the displaced Rohingya nationals so...
Good or bad, rain affects all human activities including cricket. As the whole country, and indeed the entire cricketing world, would like to pass days in excitement and thrill during...
There is yet another initiative for bringing about a change in the format of exam results of public examinations. Whether this will happen to the primary education completion (PEC) examination...
The government has been at the receiving end for years because of very dismal performance of the stock market, an important barometer of a country's economic health. It has tried...
MAGURA, June 20: Unauthorised sand lifting is posing a threat for the bridge over the Gorai river. Gorai Bridge stands on the Dhaka-Khulna Highway connecting Kamarkhali village of Faridpur district...
BOGURA, June 20: Farmers in the twelve upazilas of the district have attained self-reliance by growing off-season bitter-gourd. Fair price along with bumper output of the vegetable has brought smile...
Dhaka Shishu Park (Chidren's amusement park) has been officially barred to visitors for the last six months. Few of the intending park-goers are aware of the closure, which is slated...
"Praise youth and it will prosper." — Irish proverb Youth has endless potential which makes the young the most important and productive guiding force of any nation. Development of a...
Hopes to expand commerce were raised when, in April 2019, Gambia became the 22nd member to ratify the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA). Forty-four countries signed the deal last...
The growth of digital platforms in Africa could offer new opportunities to bridge the current gap between often-insecure informal work and formal employment. Portable benefits, which move with a freelance...
US Special Representative for Iran Brian Hook on Wednesday described US latest move in the Middle East as "defensive", reaffirming that Washington seeks a "comprehensive and enduring deal" with Tehran,...
Director General of the Directorate of Drug Administration Maj Gen Md Mahbubur Rahman on Thursday said 370 cases were filed and Tk 5.85 million was realised in fine for keeping...
Uber has announced to bar its riders if their rating falls below a minimum average. The ride-sharing service announced the rules on Wednesday in its updated community guidelines ensure and...
Defending world champions Australia posted a massive total of 381 for five in the ICC World Cup match against Bangladesh at Trent Bridge on Thursday. Bangladesh conceded as many or...
Two schoolboys were killed in a road crash at Vijoyrampur Koitalaon on Jessore-Chuknagar road under Manirampur Upazila of Jeshore on Thursday. The deceased were identified as Ashikur Rahman, 15, son...
Tobacco-related diseases kill around 161,000 people annually and 441 persons daily in Bangladesh, causing a growing threat to public health. The information was revealed at a discussion at conference room...
Former vice-captain of Australia, David Warner hit his second ton in the ongoing ICC Men’s World Cup in England and Wales against Bangladesh on Thursday at Nottingham. The southpaw reached...
A Bogura court has sent former jute minister Abdul Latif Siddique to jail after scrapping his bail in a case filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission over the misuse of power...
Around 2.57 million people are currently working in the country’s readymade garments (RMG) sector. State Minister for Labour and Employment Begum Monnujan Sufian gave the information while replying a question...
The government has formulated a work plan for the first time to send 1,000 workers abroad per year from every upazila of the districts, which are lagging behind in sending...
Japanese companies firmly believe that China remains one of the top global markets despite the ongoing US-China trade war and other rising risks, and China's further opening-up and efforts to...
Chinese President Xi Jinping embarked on a historic visit of North Korea on Thursday. The first visit since 2005 by a top Chinese leader to the country has the international...
State Minister for Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment Imran Ahmad on Thursday said the government has formulated a work plan to send 1,000 workers abroad per year from every upazila...
The government has planned to construct 152 new cyclone shelter centres in the country’s coastal and cyclone-prone areas. State Minister for Disaster Management and Relief Dr Md Enamur Rahman said...
Nine people were sentenced to death on Thursday for killing Jubo League leader Monirul Islam, who was also the treasurer of Sonamasjid Land Port C&F Agents Association. Chapainawabganj District and...
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Thursday urged all to plant and nurture saplings in their respective workplaces and houses with a view to protecting the environment. "I would like to...
The three-day duel international trade shows on Building & Construction and Wood & Woodworking Technology kicked off at International Convention City, Bashundhara (ICCB) in the city on Thursday. ASK Trade...
The European Union has announced €18 million in funding to help improve resilience among Rohingya refugees and Bangladeshi host communities in Cox’s Bazar district. Over 288,000 children and families will...
A Chapainawabganj court has handed the death penalty to nine people and life imprisonment to two others for the murder of former treasurer of C&F Agent Association Monirul Islam. Additional...
The defending champions Australia have won the toss and asked Bangladesh to bowl first at Trent Bridge in Nottingham today. Two changes have been made in the Bangladesh line-up today,...
Members of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) on Thursday arrested two persons with four gold chains, weighing 1.22 kg, from the bordering area in Damurhuda upazila of Chuadanga. The arrestees were...
The 20th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Mercantile Bank Limited was held at FARS Hotel & Resorts in the capital today (Thursday). A large number of shareholders approved Profit and...
The High Court on Thursday ordered two bus companies to give a total of Tk 5 million in compensation to the family of Government Titumir College student Rajib Hasan within...
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in North Korea on Thursday as Beijing looks to bolster its neighbour, hit by UN sanctions over its nuclear and missile programmes, a week before...
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