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One Health must be transformed from policy into action: Environment Minister

Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Abdul Awal Mintu has called for transforming One Health from being limited to policy into effective programs and measurable results.

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National

If digitalization is ensured in all offices, corruption can be eliminated: State Minister for Public Administration

State Minister for Public Administration Md. Abdul Bari has remarked that if 100 percent digitalization can be ensured in all government offices of the country, corruption can be eliminated to a large extent. According to him, if direct contact between citizens and government officials can be reduced, opportunities for corruption will also decrease.

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Accidents

Auto-van driver dies in head-on collision with trolley in Chatmohar

In Chatmohar, Pabna, an auto-van driver named Torab Ali (60) was killed in a head-on collision with a shallow-engine-powered trolley.

2 weeks ago 742 views

Country

Boat races will revive rural Bengal's tradition and harmony: LGRD Minister

Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister Dr. Abdul Moyeen Khan has remarked that traditional boat races of rural Bengal will play an important role in reviving the bonds of unity, harmony and joy among people.

2 weeks ago 669 views

Country

Border road and polder rehabilitation work along the Naf River will be completed in the national interest: Water Resources Minister

Water Resources Minister Md. Shahiduddin Chowdhury Annie has said that the rehabilitation work of the border roads and polders along the Naf River will be completed considering the country's interest and public interest.

2 weeks ago 655 views

Dhaka

DSCC's initiative to preserve and modernize historic pond in Bangshal

Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) Administrator and Bir Muktijoddha Abdus Salam has said that prompt initiatives will be taken to preserve, prevent erosion of, and modernize the banks of the traditional pond in Bangshal of Old Dhaka. He said development work will begin soon if the ownership or management of the pond is handed over to DSCC.

2 weeks ago 668 views

World

PhonePe gets preliminary approval for payment license in UAE

India's digital payment company PhonePe has made important progress toward launching payment services in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The Walmart-backed company has received in-principle approval from the country's central bank for two payment licenses.

2 weeks ago 810 views

Technology

SoftBank issuing $11 billion in bonds for OpenAI investment

Japan's technology and investment company SoftBank has taken steps to issue bonds worth about $11 billion to raise funds for a large investment in OpenAI. Of this, $10 billion in bonds will be issued in US dollars and €1 billion in bonds in euros.

2 weeks ago 742 views

National

LGRD Minister hopes to take Bangladesh-China relations further forward

Minister of Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Dr. Abdul Moyeen Khan has expressed the hope to further strengthen and make multidimensional the friendly relations between Bangladesh and China.

2 weeks ago 599 views

National

After fuel oil, bus fares rise again

After fuel oil prices increased, it has been decided to raise bus fares by 17 paisa per kilometer on various routes across the country.

2 weeks ago 756 views

Industry

Fuel oil price hike will not have much impact on commodity prices: Commerce Minister

Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir has remarked that although fuel oil prices have increased, it will not have much impact on commodity prices. He also said that strict monitoring will be carried out in the market so that dishonest traders cannot take advantage.

2 weeks ago 702 views

Country

Road repair work worth Tk 12 crore halted in Mathbaria, extreme public suffering

In Mathbaria of Pirojpur, the Mirukhali road renovation work started at a cost of Tk 12 crore 39 lakh has not been completed even after more than two years. As the contractor company stopped work, large potholes have formed at various places on the six-and-a-half-kilometer road. Rainwater accumulates in the potholes, making vehicular movement risky.

2 weeks ago 988 views

Country

NGO worker riding motorcycle killed under bus in Ishwardi

Anwar Hossain (46), a motorcycle-riding NGO worker, was killed after being crushed by a bus in Ishwardi, Pabna.

2 weeks ago 685 views

National

'No IMF condition to raise fuel oil prices'

Prime Minister's Information and Broadcasting Adviser Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman has said there is no condition of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) regarding raising fuel oil prices.

2 weeks ago 622 views

National

State Minister for Local Government directs quick implementation of important public projects

State Minister for Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Mir Shah Alam has directed that important public projects be implemented quickly on a priority basis. He emphasized giving utmost importance to public interest in taking up and implementing projects and completing work within the stipulated time.

2 weeks ago 523 views

National

Proper evaluation of scientists' innovations will be ensured: Fisheries and Livestock Minister

Minister of Fisheries and Livestock and Agriculture Mohammad Amin Ur Rashid has said that proper evaluation of scientists' innovations will be ensured to advance the livestock sector through research and innovation.

2 weeks ago 536 views

National

Training for 1,600 doctors in 40 districts to prevent dengue mismanagement

To prevent mismanagement in dengue treatment and reduce the mortality rate, 1,600 doctors in 40 districts of the country are being given special training simultaneously.

2 weeks ago 640 views

National

Prime Minister’s meeting with Trump will be held ‘at a convenient time’: State Minister for Foreign Affairs

Discussions are underway regarding a possible meeting with US President Donald Trump during Prime Minister Tareq Rahman’s New York visit, centering on the UN General Assembly session. State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humayun Kabir has said the meeting could take place if a convenient time and opportunity can be found for both sides.

2 weeks ago 569 views

Politics

Jamaat leaders at Singapore National Day reception

Leaders of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, led by its Secretary General and former MP Mia Golam Porwar, attended a reception organized by the Singapore High Commission in Dhaka on the occasion of Singapore's 61st National Day. The event was held on Monday (September 21) evening at the Sheraton Hotel in Banani, the capital.

3 weeks ago 784 views

National

Inauguration of tree plantation program and newly constructed auditorium at Setu Bhaban

With the aim of protecting the environment, increasing greenery, and further accelerating institutional activities, a tree plantation program and a newly constructed auditorium were inaugurated on the Setu Bhaban premises.

3 weeks ago 620 views

One Health must be transformed from policy into action: Environment Minister

If digitalization is ensured in all offices, corruption can be eliminated: State Minister for Public Administration

Auto-van driver dies in head-on collision with trolley in Chatmohar

Boat races will revive rural Bengal's tradition and harmony: LGRD Minister

Border road and polder rehabilitation work along the Naf River will be completed in the national interest: Water Resources Minister

DSCC's initiative to preserve and modernize historic pond in Bangshal

PhonePe gets preliminary approval for payment license in UAE

SoftBank issuing $11 billion in bonds for OpenAI investment

LGRD Minister hopes to take Bangladesh-China relations further forward

After fuel oil, bus fares rise again

Fuel oil price hike will not have much impact on commodity prices: Commerce Minister

Road repair work worth Tk 12 crore halted in Mathbaria, extreme public suffering

NGO worker riding motorcycle killed under bus in Ishwardi

'No IMF condition to raise fuel oil prices'

State Minister for Local Government directs quick implementation of important public projects

Proper evaluation of scientists' innovations will be ensured: Fisheries and Livestock Minister

Training for 1,600 doctors in 40 districts to prevent dengue mismanagement

Prime Minister’s meeting with Trump will be held ‘at a convenient time’: State Minister for Foreign Affairs

Jamaat leaders at Singapore National Day reception

Inauguration of tree plantation program and newly constructed auditorium at Setu Bhaban

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