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New shuttle train inaugurated at Chittagong University

Dhaka, June 11 -- A new 10-coach shuttle train was inaugurated at Chittagong University (CU) on Thursday, replacing one of the university's old trains. CU Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Mohammad Al-Forkan... Read More


A budget for almost everybody in challenging times

Dhaka, June 11 -- For umpteen people, BNP's return to power represents far more than a routine change of government rather an aspired upgrade in their standard of living. It marked the culmination of... Read More


Raise budget allocations for agriculture: Experts urge government

Dhaka, June 11 -- Economists and agricultural value-chain experts have called for raising allocations for the broader agriculture sector to 9.5 per cent of the national budget, arguing that a sustaine... Read More


Fire at Khulna City Medical College Hospital under control

Dhaka, June 11 -- A fire that broke out at Khulna City Medical College Hospital on Thursday night was brought under control after a major firefighting operation involving 11 Fire Service units and per... Read More


Gold price drops by Tk 4,432 per bhori

Dhaka, June 11 -- The price of 22-carat gold has fallen again by Tk 4,432 per bhori (11.664 grams), bringing the new price down to Tk 218,350. The Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) said on Thu... Read More


ADB, World Bank willing to expand Bangladesh private sector investment

Dhaka, June 11 -- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the World Bank (WB) have expressed interest in increasing investments in Bangladesh's private sector. ADB, a Manila-based lender, hosted a Busin... Read More


EU calls for bold budget, reforms to boost investment

Dhaka, June 11 -- The European Union (EU) on Wednesday stressed the need for a sustainability-driven budget aligned with business reform goals to address the ongoing challenges and attract investment.... Read More


DSCC launches cleanliness, hygiene awareness prog

Dhaka, June 11 -- The authorities of Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) have launched 'City Inspector' programme, aiming to raise public awareness on cleanliness and hygiene among the residents. The... Read More


IUB marks International HR Day 2026 with discussions, competitions

Dhaka, June 11 -- Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) observed International HR Day 2026 through a day-long programme on its campus on Wednesday, bringing together human resource professionals, a... Read More


Intellectual foundations of journalism

Dhaka, June 11 -- Journalism is not fundamentally about possessing a formal journalism degree; it is about acquiring the intellectual capacity to interpret reality responsibly. Just as one does not ne... Read More