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14,000 selected as primary teachers after fast-track exams

Dhaka, Feb. 8 -- The Directorate of Primary Education has published the final results of recruitment for assistant teachers in government primary schools, appointing 14,384 candidates across 61 distri... Read More


Islami Andolan chief says his party will implement Islam's core principles if voted to power

Dhaka, Feb. 8 -- Islami Andolan chief Syed Muhammad Rezaul Karim has promised to implement Islam's fundamental principles in governance if elected. Popularly known as Charmonai Pir, he made the pledg... Read More


321 publishers threaten to boycott if Ekushey Book Fair goes ahead in February

Dhaka, Feb. 8 -- As many as 321 publishing houses have said they will not take part in the Amar Ekushey Book Fair if it is held this month, citing concerns over weak visitor turnout, humanitarian disa... Read More


BIDA chief Ashik says interim govt will not finalise Chittagong Port lease agreement with DP World

Dhaka, Feb. 8 -- Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) chief Chowdhury Ashik Mahmud bin Harun has said the lease agreement with DP World for operating the New Mooring Container Terminal (... Read More


PSC confirms 1,457 candidates for government cadres from 46th BCS

Dhaka, Feb. 8 -- The Bangladesh Public Service Commission (PSC) has announced the final results of the 46th BCS, nominating 1,457 candidates for government services. The results were released on Sund... Read More


Ganosamhati Andolon unveils election manifesto, pledging reforms to build discrimination-free society

Dhaka, Feb. 8 -- Ganosamhati Andolon has released its election manifesto, pledging reforms in sectors such as education, the economy, and public administration to rebuild the country and create a disc... Read More


Inflation rises again in January as food prices push overall rate higher

Dhaka, Feb. 8 -- Bangladesh's inflation rate rose in January compared with December last year, largely due to higher food prices, according to the latest official data. On a point-to-point basis, ove... Read More


Election Commission dismisses social media 'rumours' of poll suspension

Dhaka, Feb. 8 -- The Election Commission (EC) has urged the public to pay no attention to "rumours" that the parliamentary election is being suspended. The request was made in a statement issued on S... Read More


BNP chief Tarique vows to make cities 'safe', add 40 playgrounds to Dhaka

Dhaka, Feb. 8 -- BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman has promised to build a "safe Dhaka" and add 40 playgrounds to the city if elected. He made the promises while speaking at a rally at the ECB Chattar in M... Read More


Mobile banking transactions capped until voting day midnight to limit daily transfers

Dhaka, Feb. 8 -- As with previous elections, Bangladesh Bank has issued instructions to restrict transactions through mobile financial services (MFS) before the parliamentary polls. The central bank ... Read More