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International Standard University launches student textile magazine Spandex

Dhaka, April 23 -- International Standard University (ISU) has published the first issue of its textile-focused magazine Spandex, aimed at developing students' creativity, innovation and presentation ... Read More


Voting under way in first phase of West Bengal Assembly elections

Dhaka, April 23 -- After weeks of campaigning, the first phase of voting is under way in the assembly elections in the Indian state of West Bengal. Voting began at 7am local time on Thursday for 152 ... Read More


Thirteen years on, survivors, families of Rana Plaza victims remain without justice

Dhaka, April 23 -- On the eve of the 13th anniversary of the Rana Plaza collapse, survivors and families have renewed their demands for justice and adequate compensation. Gathering at the site of the... Read More


Two labourers killed after soil cave-in at Chattogram WASA works

Dhaka, April 23 -- A fatal soil collapse at a Water Supply and Sewerage Authority (WASA) construction site in Chattogram has left two workers dead and two others injured. The incident took place at 4... Read More


Economists warn of inflation as Bangladesh 'prints money' to offset deficit

Dhaka, April 23 -- Economists and business leaders have expressed grave concern over the government's recent move to borrow from the central bank by "printing money", warning that such "high-powered m... Read More


EC rejects nomination of Jamaat-backed candidate over recent bank job

Dhaka, April 23 -- The disqualification of a candidate from the Jamaat-e-Islami-led alliance has triggered questions over the fate of a reserved women's seat in parliament, with election officials sug... Read More


EC rejects nomination of Jamat-backed candidate over recent bank job

Dhaka, April 23 -- The disqualification of a candidate from the Jamaat-e-Islami-led alliance has triggered questions over the fate of a reserved women's seat in parliament, with election officials sug... Read More


US extends Iran oil waiver, expands Gulf currency swap talks

Dhaka, April 23 -- The United States has extended sanctions relief on Iranian oil for 30 days amid mounting pressure from countries vulnerable to supply disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz cris... Read More


Police, BRTA warn motorists against fraudulent speeding fine SMS trap

Dhaka, April 23 -- The Bangladesh Police and the road transport regulator have cautioned motorists against a sophisticated phishing scam involving fraudulent text messages that claim the recipient has... Read More


'Drink-driving' soldier crashes into Bangladeshi tourist couple in Malaysia, killing husband

Dhaka, April 23 -- Joy has quickly turned into devastation for a Bangladeshi couple in Malaysia, as a road accident involving an allegedly intoxicated driver cut short their holiday just after they ha... Read More