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Dhaka seeks UN support for fair probe into Hadi murder

, Feb. 8 -- The interim government has officially sought support from the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) for a fair and transparent investigation into the assa... Read More


Bangladesh, China sign framework agreement for procurement of 4 vessels

Dhaka, Feb. 8 -- The governments of Bangladesh and China on Sunday signed a framework agreement worth RMB 1.67 billion( equivalent to about Tk 2486.31 cr) for procuring four new vessels for the Bangla... Read More


Political parties must ensure women's safety: Zaima Rahman

Dhaka, Feb. 8 -- Barrister Zaima Rahman, daughter of BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman, on Sunday said political parties must take greater responsibility for ensuring women's security-both online and offlin... Read More


BNP to remain uncompromising in protecting people's rights: Fakhrul

, Feb. 8 -- BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Sunday said that BNP will always protect the rights of all people, regardless of religion, especially that of women. "I firmly believe... Read More


Strike halts operations at Chattogram Port for second time

, Feb. 8 -- Operations at the country's largest seaport, Chattogram Port, came to a standstill again on Sunday as workers and employees resumed an indefinite strike after suspending their action for t... Read More


No chance of vote rigging, reaffirms Home Adviser

, Feb. 8 -- Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (retd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury on Sunday said there is no possibility of vote rigging in the national election, expressing confidence that the polls will be ... Read More


20 remote polling centres in Rangamati to receive election materials by helicopters

, Feb. 8 -- Authorities have begun transporting election materials by helicopters to 20 remote polling centres in Rangamati district ahead of the national election. A total of 213 polling centres wil... Read More


ICC demands proof from Pakistan, warns of financial and legal consequences

Dhaka, Feb. 8 -- The International Cricket Council (ICC) has formally requested an explanation from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) regarding its decision to skip the high-profile T20 World Cup match... Read More


Bangladesh, Japan sign MoU to boost environmental cooperation

, Feb. 8 -- Bangladesh and Japan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen bilateral cooperation on environmental protection and sustainable development. The MoU was signed in Tokyo on ... Read More


How a phone call ruined Siraj's holiday but saved India

, Feb. 8 -- His bags were practically packed for Germany. His itinerary included a dream stop in Spain to watch Real Madrid play on February 15. He had even told the national team trainer not to distu... Read More