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UNGA to decide on Bangladesh's LDC extension

Bangladesh, July 23 -- The United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) has recommended that the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) consider Bangladesh's request for a three-year extension ... Read More


Among 17 facing compulsory retirement

Bangladesh, July 23 -- The government has initiated the process of compulsorily retiring 17 more senior Bangladesh Police officers over allegations of political bias, corruption, abuse of office and m... Read More


Unprecedented Financial Burden for Palestinian Led Gaza Recovery

India, July 23 -- Rebuilding Gaza will cost $71.4 billion, a figure seven times higher than the combined total of all major recovery efforts since 2008. Economic and Physical Damage Assessments The "... Read More


Dhaka, Moscow pledge closer energy cooperation

Bangladesh, July 23 -- Bangladesh and Russia on Wednesday reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, with a particular focus on expanding cooperation in the energy sector. Duri... Read More


Govt plans to privatise power distribution

Bangladesh, July 23 -- The government is planning to privatise electricity distribution at the consumer level in a move aimed at improving accountability, enhancing service quality and strengthening b... Read More


Economic Investment Vital to Prevent Deeper Humanitarian Crisis in Venezuela

India, July 23 -- One month after devastating twin earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, the International Rescue Committee warns that immediate economic investment is essential to prevent the disa... Read More


Khalil invites Secretary Rubio to visit Bangladesh

Bangladesh, July 23 -- Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman has reaffirmed that Bangladesh's foreign policy will be guided by a "Bangladesh First" approach, underscoring the government's commitment to ... Read More


Indonesia calls for stronger ASEAN-US cooperation as stability anchor

Jakarta, July 23 -- Indonesian Foreign Affairs Minister Sugiono outlined the importance of strengthening the partnership between ASEAN and the United States (US), as an anchor of regional stability an... Read More


Retired teachers left waiting

Bangladesh, July 23 -- The Retirement Benefit Board for Teachers and Employees of Non-Government Educational Institutions is grappling with a severe financial crisis, leaving tens of thousands of reti... Read More


IRC and CBM Launch Five Year Strategic Alliance for Inclusive Crisis Response

India, July 23 -- The International Rescue Committee and CBM Christian Blind Mission have established a five year strategic partnership to integrate disability inclusion into global humanitarian syste... Read More