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QRS raises concern over journalist's safety

Dhaka, June 4 -- The safety of journalists is integral to freedom of expression and the public's right to information. Without a secure and enabling environment for journalists, democratic values, tra... Read More


Probe finds no clue 3 days after PM's red phone was disconnected

Dhaka, June 4 -- The police have failed to solve the mystery behind the cutting of the secure red telephone line of the Prime Minister's Office at the Secretariat, the administrative heart of Banglade... Read More


Sports being included in curriculum: Education minister

Dhaka, June 4 -- Education and Primary and Mass Education Minister Dr ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milon today (Thursday) said sports are being incorporated in the curriculum to develop sportsmanship in children... Read More


Masud Khan appointed new BSEC chairman

Dhaka, June 4 -- The government has appointed Masud Khan, Group CEO of Crown Cement PLC, as the new chairman of the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC). According to an official noti... Read More


Ramisa murder case verdict on Sunday

Dhaka, June 4 -- A Dhaka court on Thursday fixed June 7 for the verdict in the rape and murder case of child Ramisa Akter after hearing final arguments from both sides. Judge Masrur Saleqin of the Dh... Read More


Khalil dismisses concerns about simultaneously serving as FM, UNGA president

Dhaka, June 4 -- Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman has dismissed concerns about simultaneously serving as foreign minister and president of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (U... Read More


Scorching heat persists in parts of Bangladesh; humidity worsens discomfort

Dhaka, June 4 -- A mild to moderate heatwave is sweeping large parts of Bangladesh, including Dhaka, leaving life severely disrupted amid intense sunshine and high humidity. The extreme weather has m... Read More


Metro dreams, pricey reality-Affording Dhaka's mass transit future

Dhaka, June 4 -- Mr Mohammad Aalvee, who lives near Pallabi Metro Station, says the Dhaka Metro has made his life easier: "Now I can travel to the old part of Dhaka for my business activities quickly ... Read More


Power division requests BERC to reconsider new tariff

Dhaka, June 4 -- Considering the sufferings of lifeline consumers across the country, the power division has requested Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) to reconsider the new electricity ... Read More


Clear evidence of negligence by Ad-din Hospital authorities found: Health Minister

Dhaka, June 4 -- The investigation committee formed to probe the deaths of six newborns at Ad-din Hospital in Mogbazar, Dhaka, submitted its report on Thursday, finding clear evidence of negligence by... Read More