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Discussion on increasing bilateral trade and Rohingya repatriation

Commerce Minister Khondker Abdul Muktadir held a meeting with Myanmar's Ambassador to Bangladesh Kyaw Soe Moe at the Ministry of Commerce today, Sunday.

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National

No plan to increase gas prices, Petrobangla says

The government has no plan to increase gas prices at present, said Bangladesh Oil, Gas and Mineral Corporation (Petrobangla). The organisation gave an official clarification after reports in various media about the gas price hike.

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Dhaka

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

Due to the weekly holiday in various areas of the capital, several markets and shopping malls will remain closed on Sunday (August 2). To avoid unnecessary hassle, it is better to know which areas and markets will remain closed before going out for shopping.

2 months ago 1,697 views

National

Tarique Rahman gets responsibility to finalize presidential candidate

The party's highest policy-making forum, the National Standing Committee, has entrusted the full responsibility of finalizing BNP's candidate for the post of president to the party's acting chairman and Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman.

2 months ago 619 views

Politics

‘If you betray the spirit of July, the people will not forgive’

Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) VP Sadiq Kayem has said the people of the country will not accept any betrayal of the spirit, sacrifice and aspirations of the July mass uprising. He said, ‘If anyone betrays July, Bangladesh will not spare anyone.’

2 months ago 686 views

Politics

"Awami League is pleased when someone speaks against BNP": Narayanganj Jamaat Ameer

Narayanganj Metropolitan Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Maulana Abdul Jabbar has commented that if a rift is created between the BNP and Jamaat, the Awami League will benefit politically. He said, "Awami League is pleased when someone speaks against the BNP. They think if BNP and Jamaat quarrel, they will be the ones to gain."

2 months ago 612 views

Politics

The oppressed of 17 years have now become oppressors: Mitu targets BNP

National Citizens' Party (NCP) Central Joint Chief Organizer and Member of Parliament Dr. Mahmuda Akhtar Mitu has alleged that within just six months of coming to power, the BNP has patronized partisanship, extortion, and terrorism. She said, 'The oppressed of 17 years have now become oppressors.'

2 months ago 712 views

Politics

Communal harmony can be ensured only if democracy is strengthened: Nahid Islam

Convener of the National Citizens' Party (NCP) and Opposition Chief Whip Md. Nahid Islam has commented that without strong democratic institutions, it is impossible to ensure communal harmony and equal rights for all citizens in the country.

2 months ago 583 views

Country

Health Minister's surprise raid in Vedergonj, two clinics shut over irregularities

Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Shakawat Hossain has ordered the temporary closure of two private clinics in Shariatpur's Vedergonj upazila following a surprise inspection over allegations of irregularities. Additionally, two physicians have been served show-cause notices for providing medical services at private clinics during government working hours.

2 months ago 692 views

World

Controversy over 'Vande Mataram' law, Indian Muslims allege interference in religious freedom

A fresh controversy has erupted in India over the decision to legally mandate 'Vande Mataram' and declare its disrespect a punishable offense. Muslim organizations in the country have alleged that this law interferes with constitutionally guaranteed religious freedom and citizen rights.

2 months ago 809 views

Economy

PM orders all ports open 24 hours, new initiative to ease business

Prime Minister Tareq Rahman has ordered all sea, land and airports in the country to remain open 24 hours to make import-export activities more dynamic and business-friendly. The directive has been issued with the aim of simplifying trade and boosting investment.

2 months ago 575 views

National

Developing universal humanitarian philosophy essential for establishing world peace: Information and Broadcasting Minister

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan has said that the biggest basis of the fundamental difference between humans and other animals is philosophy. Unless established upon a clear philosophy, human beings cannot fully develop the practice of their humanity and civilization in the true sense.

2 months ago 510 views

Crime

Journalist threatened with shooting death in Sonargaon

A local Awami League leader has attacked and threatened to kill a journalist, Russell Hossain, for obstructing illegal gas connections in North Sollapara area of Sonargaon upazila, Narayanganj. Citing insecurity, the victim, Md. Russell Hossain, has lodged a written complaint with Sonargaon Police Station.

2 months ago 809 views

National

Government working to develop new rice varieties to tackle climate change challenges: Fisheries and Livestock and Agriculture Minister

Fisheries and Livestock and Agriculture Minister Mohammad Amin Ur Rashid has said that the government is prioritising research-based agricultural development to develop new rice varieties to address the risk of declining agricultural production due to climate change. He said that BRRI Dhan-118 will be released for the haor region next season. This cold-tolerant rice variety will create scope for early planting and early harvesting. As a result, farmers will be able to bring the crop home before sudden floods, and losses will significantly reduce.

2 months ago 563 views

National

Now is the time to build the nation, unnecessary instability will not be tolerated: Information Minister

Urging everyone to engage in the work of state reconstruction and development, Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan said that there is no room for unnecessary instability or crisis creation at this time of nation-building. While the government wishes to resolve all problems through dialogue, if anyone deliberately attempts to destabilize the situation, strict action will be taken in the national interest.

2 months ago 570 views

National

Prime Minister meets top industrialists, emphasizes investment and business climate improvement

Prime Minister Tariq Rahman held a high-level meeting with the country's top businessmen and industrialists. During the nearly three-and-a-half-hour meeting, detailed discussions were held on various key economic issues, including improving the investment climate, challenges in the industrial sector, the energy crisis, tax policy, export growth, and attracting foreign investment.

2 months ago 498 views

National

GPS mandatory on public transport from today; no registration or fitness without it

To strengthen discipline and monitoring in the country's road transport system, the government has made it mandatory from today (Saturday, August 1) to install and keep functional Global Positioning System (GPS) devices in all public transport. According to the new directive, no public transport will be given new registration or fitness certificate, nor will it be renewed, without GPS.

2 months ago 635 views

National

Health Minister highlights importance of breastfeeding for children's healthy development

Health Minister Sardar Md. Sakawat Hossain has commented that the lack of proper childcare, early motherhood, and deprivation of breastfeeding are increasing the risk of children contracting various diseases in the country.

2 months ago 488 views

Politics

38 BNP leaders and activists killed in six months; most incidents linked to dominance and grab-trade

In the past six months of the current year, at least 38 leaders and activists of the BNP and its affiliated organizations have been killed in separate incidents across the country. According to the primary investigations by law enforcement agencies, the majority of these murders have been attributed to possible causes such as political dominance, internal feuds, old enmities, extortion, land and business grabbing, and illicit economic interests.

2 months ago 760 views

National

Opportunity for 8 consecutive days of leave for government employees in August

This August, government employees have the opportunity to enjoy a total of eight days of holidays in two phases of four consecutive days each. By adjusting one casual or optional leave with the government holidays, this long break can be availed.

2 months ago 840 views

Discussion on increasing bilateral trade and Rohingya repatriation

No plan to increase gas prices, Petrobangla says

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

Tarique Rahman gets responsibility to finalize presidential candidate

‘If you betray the spirit of July, the people will not forgive’

"Awami League is pleased when someone speaks against BNP": Narayanganj Jamaat Ameer

The oppressed of 17 years have now become oppressors: Mitu targets BNP

Communal harmony can be ensured only if democracy is strengthened: Nahid Islam

Health Minister's surprise raid in Vedergonj, two clinics shut over irregularities

Controversy over 'Vande Mataram' law, Indian Muslims allege interference in religious freedom

PM orders all ports open 24 hours, new initiative to ease business

Developing universal humanitarian philosophy essential for establishing world peace: Information and Broadcasting Minister

Journalist threatened with shooting death in Sonargaon

Government working to develop new rice varieties to tackle climate change challenges: Fisheries and Livestock and Agriculture Minister

Now is the time to build the nation, unnecessary instability will not be tolerated: Information Minister

Prime Minister meets top industrialists, emphasizes investment and business climate improvement

GPS mandatory on public transport from today; no registration or fitness without it

Health Minister highlights importance of breastfeeding for children's healthy development

38 BNP leaders and activists killed in six months; most incidents linked to dominance and grab-trade

Opportunity for 8 consecutive days of leave for government employees in August

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