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Schools may have to run on Fridays to make up closures now: Nowfel

Dhaka, May 1 -- Education Minister Barrister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury Nowfel said on Tuesday that educational institutions will be kept open on Fridays if needed to end syllabuses according to curricul... Read More


India Women secure lead with rain-affected win over Bangladesh

Dhaka, May 1 -- run victory over Bangladesh Women in the second T20I at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, taking a 2-0 lead in the five-match series. The match was interrupted by rain, with the D... Read More


At least 6 dead from heatstroke on Tuesday across country

Dhaka, May 1 -- At least six people reportedly died from heat stroke in Munshiganj, Natore, Sirajganj, Satkhira and Jhenaidah districts respectively on Tuesday as the country continues to experience i... Read More


AL ensured a smooth graduation of Bangladesh to a developing country: PM Hasina tells ALCWC

Dhaka, April 30 -- Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Tuesday said only Awami League could ensure a smooth journey towards becoming a developing country by 2026 and Bangladesh will be the developed count... Read More


First private sector solar project in Bangladesh secures $121.55 million funding from ADB

DHAKA, April 30 -- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed a $121.55 million financing package with Dynamic Sun Energy Private Limited to build and operate a 100-megawatt (MW) grid-connected solar... Read More


National roadmap aims to advance condition of Dalit, Cobbler communities

Dhaka, April 30 -- Over 50 civil society leaders and activists, Dalit and Cobbler community leaders, former and current policymakers convened for a national roundtable discussion titled "Citizen Roadm... Read More


Age limit for entering govt service to be 35, if Nofel has his way

Dhaka, April 30 -- Education Minister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury Nofel has recommended that the age limit for entry into government jobs should be pushed back to 35, with another 2 years (37) allowed for... Read More


PwC Bangladesh appoints senior banker Shams Zaman as its Country Managing Partner

Dhaka, April 30 -- Shams Zaman has been appointed Country Managing Partner of PwC Bangladesh. Shams will be the principal interface of PwC practices in Bangladesh. Shams Zaman brings with him over 28... Read More


PM Hasina blasts US for police action against students protesting Israeli genocide in Palestine

Dhaka, April 30 -- Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Tuesday came down heavily on America for its action against university students and teachers for protesting Israeli genocide in Palestine. "The stud... Read More


Melting Himalayan ice boosts Teesta flow: PM Hasina

Dhaka, April 30 -- Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Tuesday said River Teesta's flow has doubled this year compared to past seasons due to the excessive heat that led to ice melting in the Himalayas. ... Read More