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UCB's CSR initiative opens new horizon for rural students in tech Education

Dhaka, Nov. 1 -- Madhabpasha, a serene village in Babuganj Upazila of Barishal, is surrounded by rivers and lush greenery. Amidst this quiet landscape stands a nearly century-old educational instituti... Read More


8-month ban on Jatka fishing begins

Dhaka, Nov. 1 -- An eight-month nationwide ban on catching juvenile Hilsa (Jatka) began on Saturday and will remain in effect until June 30, 2026, aiming to boost Hilsa production and ensure sustainab... Read More


Recovering Encroached Land: New act allows administrative fix outside court

Dhaka, Nov. 1 -- The government has taken an initiative to recover encroached land and help the real owner get it back through an administrative process. A high official at the Ministry of Land says ... Read More


American markets: dependency yes, but free ride no

Dhaka, Nov. 1 -- Critics of the United States (US) trade policy often argue that America is deeply protectionist. Tariffs on steel, aluminum, and Chinese imports, subsidies for farmers, and new indust... Read More


'Cattle lifter' lynched in Gaibandha

Dhaka, Nov. 1 -- A suspected cattle lifter was killed, reportedly in a lynch-mob attack in Sundarganj upazila of Gaibandha district on Saturday. The deceased was identified as Abdus Salam of Ramdakua... Read More


Low pressure area likely to form over east-central Bay

Dhaka, Nov. 1 -- A low-pressure area is likely to form over east-central Bay and the adjoining area during the next 48 hours, commencing 9:00 am on Saturday, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological... Read More


Japanese cos bid for business in diverse BD sectors

Dhaka, Nov. 1 -- Japanese companies bid big to do business with Bangladesh in diverse sectors to seize emergent prospects, with many seeking information daily about the country's latest investment cli... Read More


RU admission tests to follow shortened syllabus

Dhaka, Nov. 1 -- The Rajshahi University (RU) admission tests for the 2025-26 academic year will be conducted according to the shortened syllabus followed in the recent Higher Secondary Certificate (H... Read More


Dengue cases, deaths hit record high in October

Dhaka, Nov. 1 -- October has witnessed the highest number of dengue-related deaths and infections this year, amid a worsening situation in and outside of the city. The country reported no new deaths ... Read More


RU Syndicate okays Tk 35b dev project proposal

Dhaka, Nov. 1 -- The Rajshahi University (RU) Syndicate has approved a mega development project proposal worth around Tk 35 billion (3,500 crore) for improving the university's infrastructure and enha... Read More