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Public univs spend 4 times as much annually per student than TVET institutions

Dhaka, Feb. 24 -- A study titled 'Expenditure review of TVET institutions in Bangladesh' conducted by Dhaka University Bureau of Economic Research (BER) found that the annual per-student cost in polyt... Read More


RSF places proposals for restoring discipline in transport sector

Dhaka, Feb. 24 -- The Road Safety Foundation has emphasised that political guidance is crucial for establishing discipline in Dhaka's public transport system. The foundation's Chairman, Prof Dr. AI M... Read More


France welcomes Foundation for Strategic and Development Studies

Dhaka, Feb. 24 -- France has welcomed the launching of new think tank - Foundation for Strategic and Development Studies (FSDS), describing this initiative as a very encouraging step. "France has alw... Read More


Chinese company to invest $3.82 million in Ishwardi EPZ to produce wigs

, Feb. 24 -- Bangladesh Haijintone Hair Products Co. Ltd., a Chinese company, is set to invest US$ 3.82 million in Ishwardi Export Processing Zone (Ishwardi EPZ) to establish a wig manufacturing indus... Read More


Dr Yunus invited to visit Algeria; its Energy Minister due in Dhaka next month

, Feb. 24 -- Algeria on Monday reaffirmed its full support to Bangladesh's interim government and invited Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus to visit the north African country. Abdelouahab Saidan... Read More


Countrywide combined patrols to begin tonight: Home Adviser

Dhaka, Feb. 24 -- The government will deploy combined patrol teams across the country from Monday night in a bid to curb crime and strengthen public security, Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (retd) Md Jah... Read More


Clash at Cox's Bazar Air Force Base: ISPR issues statement

Dhaka, Feb. 24 -- A clash broke out between air force personnel and residents of Samity Para on Monday after a group of locals attacked Bangladesh Air Force Base Cox's Bazar following an altercation a... Read More


Clash between locals and Hizb-ut-Tawhid in Rangpur leaves 15 injured

Rangpur, Feb. 24 -- At least 15 people were injured in a clash between locals and members of the banned militant outfit Hizb-ut-Tawhid in Pirgachha upazila of Rangpur on Monday. According to Assistan... Read More


Protesters face police obstruction while marching towards Home Ministry

Dhaka, Feb. 24 -- Police obstructed protesters marching towards the home ministry, demanding the resignation of the Home Adviser at the Shikkha Bhaban intersection in the capital on Monday. Witnesses... Read More


Remain vigilant against return of fascism: Tarique Rahman

Khulna, Feb. 24 -- Emphasising the need for unity among political parties, BNP acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Sunday urged all to remain vigilant against the return of fascism. "The fascist who fl... Read More