Bangladesh tops list of migrants arriving in Italy by sea

High Court orders formation of 12-member high-level committee for store management

The High Court has ordered the formation of a 12-member high-level committee to formulate a policy for the management of stores in police stations and courts across the country.

2 weeks ago

Economy

Where to invest safely besides gold? What experts say

Due to long-standing irregularities, defaulted loans, and financial weaknesses in Bangladesh's banking, financial institutions, and insurance sectors, many people have concerns about the safety of savings and investments. As a result, interest is growing in alternative investment avenues such as gold, savings certificates, land, and government bonds.

2 weeks ago

Economy

Government to install 8,000 more airflow machines for onion and garlic preservation

To reduce spoilage of onions and garlic and ensure fair prices for farmers, the government plans to install another 8,000 airflow machines in major production areas. Simultaneously, work is underway to formulate a new project to expand modern storage and marketing systems.

2 weeks ago

Stock Market

Those responsible for stock market scams will be tried: Prime Minister

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has said that those responsible for irregularities, manipulation, and continuous price declines in the stock market that have harmed investors will be identified and legal action will be taken against them.

2 weeks ago

Politics

Colonel Oli advises Prime Minister not to stay overnight outside Dhaka

Dr. Colonel (Retd.) Oli Ahmed, Chairman of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), has advised Prime Minister Tarique Rahman not to stay overnight outside Dhaka.

2 weeks ago

Politics

'If the referendum verdict is implemented, you can become a great hero of history': Father of Shaheed Farhan Faiyaz

The father of Shaheed Farhan Faiyaz, who was killed in the July mass uprising, Shahidul Islam Bhuiyan, has called for the implementation of the verdict of the referendum on state reform.

2 weeks ago

Politics

No biographies of 1,400 martyrs, their stories must be brought before the nation: Barrister Fuad

Barrister Asaduzzaman Fuad, General Secretary of Amar Bangladesh (AB) Party, said that the trial of the genocide of the July mass uprising cannot be limited only to court proceedings. Alongside the judicial process, public opinion must be formed, public hearings must be organized, and the life stories of the martyrs must be presented to the people. Otherwise, attempts to question and weaken the trial may succeed, he commented.

2 weeks ago

Politics

Government is endlessly deceiving over the July Charter: Dr. Shafiqur Rahman

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has alleged that the government is engaging in 'endless deception' with the nation over the July Charter. He said those who question public opinion do not believe in democracy.

2 weeks ago

Dhaka

In-principle approval for relocation of Sayedabad bus terminal to Kanchpur

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has given in-principle approval to the proposal to relocate the Sayedabad inter-district bus terminal to Kanchpur to reduce traffic congestion in the capital.

2 weeks ago

National

Courtesy meeting of Dutch Ambassador with Information Minister

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan had a courtesy meeting with the Dutch Ambassador to Bangladesh, Joris van Bommel.

2 weeks ago

National

Irene Khan to become Bangladesh's next permanent representative to the UN

The government has decided to appoint international human rights activist and former Secretary General of Amnesty International Irene Khan as Bangladesh's next permanent representative to the United Nations, according to sources at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

2 weeks ago

National

162 former soldiers receiving retrospective promotions and related benefits

In the first phase, the process of granting retrospective promotions and related benefits to approximately 162 former soldiers, who applied alleging discrimination and unjust dismissal, has been completed. Meanwhile, around 500 more applications are under review, according to sources related to the Ministry of Defence.

2 weeks ago

Country

600 tourists stranded in Sajek due to heavy rainfall

At least 600 tourists are stranded in Sajek, Baghaichhari upazila of Rangamati, due to continuous heavy rainfall. They are staying there as vehicular movement has been halted due to waterlogging on the roads.

2 weeks ago

Entertainment

Messi showed what the heartbeat of champions is like: Purnima

Football lovers are ecstatic over Argentina's great victory in world football and the brilliant performance of captain Lionel Messi. Stars from the country's showbiz industry have also joined in the joy. Among them is popular actress Purnima.

2 weeks ago

Economy

Gold prices in the country's market today

The latest adjusted gold prices are effective in the country's market. According to the new rates set by the Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS), gold is being sold on Wednesday (July 8) at the prices announced the previous day.

2 weeks ago

3 injured including July fighter in organized attack by Awami League in Shahrasti

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3 injured including July fighter in organized attack by Awami League in Shahrasti

An allegation of organized attack has been made in Manipur village of Chitoshi East Union in Shahrasti Upazila of Chandpur over a previous dispute. In this incident, Md. Rakib Hossain, who identified himself as a July fighter and MIS cardholder, filed a written complaint at Shahrasti Model Police Station naming 16 people and 10-15 others as unidentified accused.

2 weeks ago

World

Iran claims attacks on US installations in the Middle East

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed to have carried out missile and drone attacks targeting US military installations in the Middle East. The organization stated that the attacks were launched against US military targets in Bahrain and Kuwait.

2 weeks ago

World

US claims new strikes on 80 Iranian targets

The United States has claimed to have carried out strikes on more than 80 Iranian targets while a ceasefire remains in effect.

2 weeks ago

National

Home Minister's diplomatic activities in New York on Rohingya, human trafficking and security issues

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed held separate bilateral meetings with top officials from Pakistan, Vietnam and the United Nations at the UN headquarters. The meetings discussed various issues including drug control, law and order cooperation, migration, prevention of human trafficking, the Rohingya crisis and regional security.

2 weeks ago

Expatriates