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HC rejects writ petition challenging women's reform panel proposals

Dhaka, May 26 -- The High Court has dismissed a writ petition challenging the validity of several recommendations made by the Women's Affairs Reform Commission in its report. The panel of Justice Fat... Read More


Planning Adviser stresses Ctg port's potential as 'strategic trade hub'

Dhaka, May 26 -- Planning Adviser Wahiduddin Mahmud has underscored the potential of Chittagong Port as a strategic hub for trade and commerce for regions, especially for India's northeastern region. ... Read More


Misuse of funds shrinks returns

Dhaka, May 26 -- Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed on Monday said a massive investment had been made in development projects over the years but the rate of return is very low due to the misuse of mo... Read More


Well-off likely to pay higher taxes

Dhaka, May 26 -- Affluent people may have to pay higher taxes in the upcoming fiscal year under amended wealth-tax provisions in the new budget, among some other changes in fiscal measures. The base ... Read More


Minor girl dies after being hit by BRTC bus in Motijheel

Dhaka, May 26 -- A seven-year-old schoolgirl died after being hit by a BRTC bus while crossing the road at Kamalapur intersection in Motijheel area of Dhaka on Monday. The deceased is Roshni Pal, a f... Read More


Pori Moni in court for cross-examination

Dhaka, May 26 -- Actress Shamsunnahar Smriti, popularly known as Pori Moni, has appeared in court for her cross-examination in the case of assault and sexual harassment at the Savar Boat Club. She ap... Read More


DU committee submits report on Shammo murder

Dhaka, May 26 -- The Dhaka University committee formed to investigate the murder of Dhaka University student Shahriar Alam Shammo has submitted its report to the university administration. A press re... Read More


Rains likely in parts of country as monsoon approaches

Dhaka, May 26 -- Bangladesh Meteorological Department has predicted light to moderate rain in parts of the country in 24 hours commencing 9:00 am on Monday. "Light to moderate rain/thunder showers wi... Read More


Villa to complain to Premier League over 'inexperienced' referee for Man Utd defeat

Dhaka, May 26 -- Aston Villa will make a complaint to the Premier League over the appointment of "inexperienced" referee Thomas Bramall for their 2-0 defeat to Manchester United on Sunday, the club sa... Read More


Loopholes, violations causing monthly loss of over $2m under ILDTS framework

Dhaka, May 26 -- Speakers on Sunday said policy loopholes and licensing violations under the current ILDTS framework are causing significant revenue losses for Bangladesh, which stakeholders estimate ... Read More