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Denmark's assistance will be effective in tackling Dhaka's water crisis: LGRD Minister

Local Government, Rural Development and Co-operatives Minister Dr. Abdul Mueen Khan has said Denmark's cooperation will play an important role in meeting the growing demand for clean water and addressing the water crisis in Dhaka.

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Solar panels will gradually be installed on roofs of government offices: Mir Shah Alam

State Minister Mir Shah Alam has said that initiatives are being taken to gradually install solar panels on the rooftops of government offices under the Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Division.

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Environment Minister calls for regional cooperation and equitable water sharing to combat drought

Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Abdul Awal Mintu has called for regional cooperation, equitable water sharing, sustainable water management and advanced technology transfer to strengthen drought resilience.

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Country

11 patients diagnosed with tuberculosis after surgery at Pabna hospital, investigation committee formed

Allegations have surfaced that 11 patients were diagnosed with tuberculosis after surgery at Al-Madina Lab and Hospital in Faridpur upazila of Pabna. The victims claim that after surgery, wounds took long to heal and complications arose, and tests later detected tuberculosis.

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Courtesy meeting of three service chiefs with the President

Chiefs of the Army, Navy and Air Force paid a courtesy call on President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir. The meeting was held at Bangabhaban on Tuesday (August 25) afternoon.

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World

Trump administration to cancel visas of 200,000 asylum seekers in US

The Trump administration is planning to cancel temporary visas of nearly 200,000 foreign nationals who have applied for asylum in the US. Primarily B-1 business and B-2 tourist visa holders may fall under this decision.

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National

Heavy rain forecast in various parts of the country

The weather office has said there is a possibility of rain and thunderstorms with gusty winds in various parts of the country over the next few days. In some places, moderate to heavy rainfall may occur.

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National

Development expenditure of 10 ministries and divisions zero in July

In July, the first month of the current fiscal year 2026-27, 10 ministries and divisions could not spend any money despite having allocations for development projects. As a result, the implementation rate of the Annual Development Programme (ADP) during this period stood at only 0.69 percent.

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Crime

ASI arrested with 5,310 yaba pills in the capital

Southkhain Thana police arrested Assistant Sub-Inspector Md. Shafiqul Islam of Pallabi Thana of Dhaka Metropolitan Police and his accomplice Wasim along with 5,310 yaba pills on charges of drug trafficking.

1 month ago 821 views

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Repatriation only sustainable solution to Rohingya crisis: Defence Adviser

Prime Minister's Defence Adviser Brigadier General (Retd) Dr A K M Shamsul Islam has said there is no alternative to safe and dignified repatriation for a lasting solution to the Rohingya crisis.

1 month ago 540 views

National

3 ministers to hold parliamentary duties in PM's absence

The government has allocated responsibilities for conducting the activities of the Prime Minister's Office in parliament. If Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is absent, three ministers will perform this duty in turn.

1 month ago 562 views

Economy

Goal to build trillion-dollar economy by 2034: Science and Technology Minister

With the aim of transforming Bangladesh into a strong, knowledge-based and innovation-driven trillion-dollar economy by 2034, the 'Bangladesh Innovation Fair 2026' will be held at the Novo Theatre in Dhaka from September 12 to 14.

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Politics

Opposition leader holds exchange of views with media editors

Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, Opposition Leader in the National Parliament and Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, has held an exchange of views with editors of national newspapers.

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National

Government will be more efficient with AI, citizen services will be easier: Public Administration Adviser

Prime Minister's Adviser on Public Administration Md. Ismail Zabihullah said that through the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the government will be able to make more efficient and faster decisions, and citizen services will become easier.

1 month ago 654 views

National

Abdus Shahid did not compromise on democracy and media freedom

Journalist leaders commented that late journalist Abdus Shahid, former president of Dhaka Journalists Union (DUJ), never compromised on democracy, media freedom and establishing journalists' rights.

1 month ago 634 views

National

Call for Stronger Regional Cooperation to Tackle South Asia’s Climate Risks

Environment, Forest and Climate Change State Minister Sheikh Faridul Islam has called for stronger regional cooperation to address the shared climate risks facing South Asia.

1 month ago 558 views

National

Health minister instructs forming committee for infection prevention and control

Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Hossain has instructed to quickly form an effective committee for infection prevention and control.

1 month ago 696 views

Bangladesh-India Trade Ties: Initiative to Reopen Land Ports and Border Haats

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Focus on lifting yarn import restrictions and promoting joint investment •

Bangladesh-India Trade Ties: Initiative to Reopen Land Ports and Border Haats

Bangladesh and India have discussed reopening closed border haats, bringing land ports back to full operational capacity and lifting existing restrictions on the import of yarn by land to further strengthen bilateral trade relations.

1 month ago 668 views

National

Bangladesh Seeks US Cooperation in Water and Waste Management

The Bangladesh government has expressed interest in utilising US experience and technical expertise in water management, waste management, renewable energy and agricultural cold storage, among other sectors.

1 month ago 541 views

National

Target to Halve Road Accidents by 2030: Sheikh Rabiul Alam

Road Transport and Bridges, Railways and Shipping Minister Sheikh Rabiul Alam has said Bangladesh can halve the number of road accidents and related deaths by 2030 by increasing awareness among drivers and pedestrians, ensuring effective enforcement of laws and providing prompt emergency medical services after accidents.

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Denmark's assistance will be effective in tackling Dhaka's water crisis: LGRD Minister

Solar panels will gradually be installed on roofs of government offices: Mir Shah Alam

Environment Minister calls for regional cooperation and equitable water sharing to combat drought

11 patients diagnosed with tuberculosis after surgery at Pabna hospital, investigation committee formed

Courtesy meeting of three service chiefs with the President

Trump administration to cancel visas of 200,000 asylum seekers in US

Heavy rain forecast in various parts of the country

Development expenditure of 10 ministries and divisions zero in July

ASI arrested with 5,310 yaba pills in the capital

Repatriation only sustainable solution to Rohingya crisis: Defence Adviser

3 ministers to hold parliamentary duties in PM's absence

Goal to build trillion-dollar economy by 2034: Science and Technology Minister

Opposition leader holds exchange of views with media editors

Government will be more efficient with AI, citizen services will be easier: Public Administration Adviser

Abdus Shahid did not compromise on democracy and media freedom

Call for Stronger Regional Cooperation to Tackle South Asia’s Climate Risks

Health minister instructs forming committee for infection prevention and control

Bangladesh-India Trade Ties: Initiative to Reopen Land Ports and Border Haats

Bangladesh Seeks US Cooperation in Water and Waste Management

Target to Halve Road Accidents by 2030: Sheikh Rabiul Alam

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