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New 5-year action plan to boost trade capacity for LDC graduation

On the eve of graduation from the list of Least Developed Countries (LDCs), a new five-year action plan is being adopted to enhance Bangladesh's trade capacity, improve the investment environment, and strengthen competitiveness in the international market. This initiative is being taken through the implementation of the third phase of the Enhanced Integrated Framework (EIF) Country Program Document (CPD) under the World Trade Organization (WTO).

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Politics

Opposition leader's letter handed over to Erdogan at Turkish embassy

National Parliament opposition leader and Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has sent a letter of solidarity and goodwill to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

2 months ago 448 views

Politics

Despite the fall of fascism, the goals of the youth remain unfulfilled: Charmonai Pir

The Amir of Islami Andolan Bangladesh and Charmonai Pir, Mufti Syed Muhammad Rezaul Karim, said that although fascism has fallen, the goals for which the younger generation participated in the 2024 movement have not yet been achieved.

2 months ago 417 views

Politics

Rizvi announces BNP's stance on local government elections

BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has commented that who will participate in the upcoming local government elections and who will not is entirely under the jurisdiction of the Election Commission (EC) and the courts.

2 months ago 435 views

National

Rolex watch warranty card found in Saifuzzaman's flat

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has recovered a warranty card for a luxury Rolex brand watch while conducting a search and inventory of assets at the flat of former Land Minister Saifuzzaman Chowdhury Javed in Gulshan, Dhaka.

2 months ago 468 views

National

Not political bias, but public service should be the main duty of government employees: Home Minister

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed has called upon government officials and employees to remain free from political bias and perform their duties with patriotism, honesty and professionalism. He said public administration must be brought out of the trend of politicization and turned into a true servant of the people.

2 months ago 479 views

Expatriates

Challenges Bangladeshi students may face under the new US visa policy

The United States is a top destination for Bangladeshi students pursuing higher education. However, the new student visa policy announced by the Trump administration has created fresh concerns among international students. This policy, set to take effect from September, introduces significant changes to the duration of student visas, stay regulations, and the visa renewal process. The US Department of Homeland Security stated that these changes are being made to prevent visa misuse and strengthen national security.

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National

The July struggle is not over yet: Mahmudur Rahman

Mahmudur Rahman, editor of Amar Desh newspaper and joint convener of the National Editors Council (NEC), has commented that the struggle of the July mass movement is not over yet. He said, as long as Bangladesh exists, the July struggle will continue.

2 months ago 449 views

Technology

Global technical glitch on Facebook

A sudden technical glitch has occurred on the social media platform Facebook. As a result, users in various countries around the world are facing problems accessing the platform and using its various features.

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National

Government's cost for broadcasting 2026 World Cup nearly zero; in the last World Cup, transactions through intermediaries were about Tk 140 crore: Information Minister

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan said that by purchasing the broadcasting rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 directly from FIFA and subsequently sub-licensing them, the government has been able to bring the cost of showing World Cup matches down to nearly zero. In contrast, during the 2022 World Cup, transactions through intermediaries amounted to about Tk 140 crore.

2 months ago 671 views

National

Mirza Fakhrul calls for resolving confusion over July Charter through dialogue

Local Government Minister and BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said unnecessary confusion is being created over the implementation of the July Charter. He said that on issues where political parties have not reached consensus, the elected government will decide according to its election manifesto—this is clearly stated in the July Charter.

2 months ago 444 views

National

Dr. Yunus signs global declaration to address AI and nuclear risks

Nobel laureate Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus has signed a global declaration at the 'Global Nobel Laureates Assembly' held in the Vatican, calling for a coordinated global initiative to address the growing risks of artificial intelligence (AI) and nuclear weapons.

2 months ago 527 views

National

Corruption of 140 crore taka in 2022 in the name of showing the World Cup

Information Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan has alleged that during the Hasina government in 2022, corruption of 140 crore taka took place in the name of broadcasting the World Cup football. He claims that this time, an initiative has been taken to complete the same broadcast within 4 to 5 crore taka.

2 months ago 465 views

Crime

Shahjalal (R.) shrine: 500 khadem built a crime network

A syndicate of about 500 khadem (servants) at the shrine of Hazrat Shahjalal (R.) has been accused of embezzling donations, irregularities with votive animals and religious items, extortion, and various criminal activities. Recent steps and investigations by the district administration have indicated widespread irregularities in the shrine's donation management. An investigation has also been launched.

2 months ago 600 views

National

Army Chief Waker-uz-Zaman on five-day official visit to Turkey

Bangladesh Army Chief General Waker-uz-Zaman has left for Turkey on a five-day official visit.

2 months ago 444 views

Investigation report against 41 including Sheikh Hasina

Law Justice

Shapla Chattar killings •

Investigation report against 41 including Sheikh Hasina

In the case filed over the killings that took place during a Hefazat-e-Islam rally at Shahbagh's Shapla Chattar on May 5, 2013, an investigation report naming 41 people as accused has been submitted to the prosecution of the International Crimes Tribunal.

2 months ago 508 views

Bangladeshi food products' potential in European market is increasing

Economy

Ambassador of UNIDEX •

Bangladeshi food products' potential in European market is increasing

Forqan Haider Chowdhury, Ambassador and Advisor of United Dutch Exporters (UNIDEX), a Netherlands-based international food importer and distributor, believes that opportunities for wider export of Bangladeshi food products to the European market are emerging. This Belgian of Bangladeshi origin thinks that if international standards are ensured, long-term business relationships are built, and regular market connections are increased, the demand for Bangladeshi products in the European market will increase further. He informed that the current financial value of this market is more than hundreds of crores of taka per year.

2 months ago 449 views

Football

England finish third after beating France in a crazy 10-goal match

England and France produced a goal-fest in the World Cup third-place play-off. In a thrilling 10-goal match, England secured third place by beating France 6-4, thanks to a historic hat-trick from Bukayo Saka.

2 months ago 552 views

Football

Messi faces tough equation to win Golden Boot

Argentina captain Lionel Messi has fallen behind in the Golden Boot race ahead of the World Cup final. France's Kylian Mbappe currently tops the list of tournament's highest goal scorers.

2 months ago 563 views

Dhaka

Which markets and shops in the capital will remain closed on Sunday

Before heading out for shopping in the capital, find out which markets and shops in which areas will remain closed today, Sunday (July 19), due to the weekly holiday.

2 months ago 623 views

New 5-year action plan to boost trade capacity for LDC graduation

Opposition leader's letter handed over to Erdogan at Turkish embassy

Despite the fall of fascism, the goals of the youth remain unfulfilled: Charmonai Pir

Rizvi announces BNP's stance on local government elections

Rolex watch warranty card found in Saifuzzaman's flat

Not political bias, but public service should be the main duty of government employees: Home Minister

Challenges Bangladeshi students may face under the new US visa policy

The July struggle is not over yet: Mahmudur Rahman

Global technical glitch on Facebook

Government's cost for broadcasting 2026 World Cup nearly zero; in the last World Cup, transactions through intermediaries were about Tk 140 crore: Information Minister

Mirza Fakhrul calls for resolving confusion over July Charter through dialogue

Dr. Yunus signs global declaration to address AI and nuclear risks

Corruption of 140 crore taka in 2022 in the name of showing the World Cup

Shahjalal (R.) shrine: 500 khadem built a crime network

Army Chief Waker-uz-Zaman on five-day official visit to Turkey

Investigation report against 41 including Sheikh Hasina

Bangladeshi food products' potential in European market is increasing

England finish third after beating France in a crazy 10-goal match

Messi faces tough equation to win Golden Boot

Which markets and shops in the capital will remain closed on Sunday

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