Dhaka, Feb. 15 -- The housing ministry has drawn up plans for a "world-class" residence for the new prime minister, but for now the arrangement remains provisional. Once sworn in as prime minister on... Read More
Dhaka, Feb. 15 -- Dhaka stocks have risen sharply, extending gains from last week after the BNP secured a landslide victory in the Feb 12 general election. The Dhaka Stock Exchange's (DSE) benchmark ... Read More
Dhaka, Feb. 15 -- A few days remain before the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. As that time edges closer, the hustle and bustle at markets selling dates - one of the staples of many Iftar tables - has ... Read More
Dhaka, Feb. 15 -- Police have moved several people to safety, including Dhaka University's Professor AKM Jamal Uddin, after they were reportedly assaulted and harassed while attempting to pay their re... Read More
Dhaka, Feb. 15 -- The interim government has terminated the appointment of Faisal Mahmud as press minister at Bangladesh's High Commission in New Delhi, nine months before the end of his tenure. A no... Read More
Dhaka, Feb. 15 -- Chief Advisor's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam has described the interim government's advisors as the "proud sons of Bangladesh", assuring that they are all in the country and will co... Read More
Dhaka, Feb. 15 -- The price of limes has suddenly skyrocketed at Dhaka's wet markets, reaching Tk 100-Tk 120 per four pieces in some places. Traders say poor harvest and limited supplies have driven ... Read More
Dhaka, Feb. 15 -- The Jamaat-e-Islami-led 11-party alliance has called for a protest in the capital to condemn post-election violence, torture, repression, killings, and rape across the country. Jama... Read More
Dhaka, Feb. 15 -- Bangladesh's benchmark stock index posted its biggest single-day gain in nearly a year and a half on Sunday, as investors reacted to the BNP landslide election victory and the prospe... Read More
Dhaka, Feb. 15 -- The oath-taking ceremony for newly elected MPs and members of the cabinet will be held at the South Plaza of Parliament at the request of the BNP, Law Adviser Asif Nazrul has said. ... Read More