Cases climb, stirring public health worries

Dhaka, July 9 -- The number of Chikungunya cases has been climbing sharply in Dhaka and several other urban areas, prompting fresh concerns for public health amid the ongoing monsoon, when mosquito-bo... Read More

Ban on single-use plastic in Secretariat from October

Dhaka, July 9 -- The use of government-declared single-use plastic (SUP) items will be banned in the Secretariat from October 2, Cabinet Secretary Sheikh Abdur Rashid announced on Tuesday. To ensure ... Read More

BUET students march for three demands

Dhaka, July 9 -- Students of Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) held a procession on Tuesday, calling for initiatives to meet their three demands. The students announced their... Read More

BTRC directs telcos to provide 1GB free internet on July 18

Dhaka, July 9 -- The telecom regulator has instructed all mobile phone operators to offer 1GB of free internet to users on July 18, in observance of "Free Internet Day". The initiative is part of the... Read More

1,500 flats planned in Dhaka for July Uprising victims

Dhaka, July 9 -- The government has approved a Tk 13.44 billion (1,344 crore) project to build over 1,500 flats in Dhaka for distribution among those severely injured during the July uprising for free... Read More

JBCCI stresses pvt sector's engagement

Dhaka, July 9 -- Japan-Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JBCCI) members have laid importance on the engagement of Bangladesh's private sector in the economic partnership agreement (EPA) neg... Read More

Flood-hit Noakhali closes primary schools, suspends secondary exams

Dhaka, July 9 -- All primary schools in Noakhali have been closed as adverse weather disrupts normal life, while half-yearly exams at secondary level have been suspended across four Upazilas. Deputy ... Read More

Textile millers delay release of imported cotton over 2pc AIT

Dhaka, July 9 -- Textile mill owners show reluctance to release their imported cotton from ports, raising concerns about potential container congestion, which could further disrupt operations at major... Read More

EC gets approval to begin voter registration in five countries

Dhaka, July 9 -- The Election Commission (EC) has received approval to initiate the voter registration process and issue national identity cards (NIDs) in five countries, including the United States. ... Read More

Thailand Week 2025 to open in Dhaka on July 10

Dhaka, July 9 -- The 20th edition of Thailand Week is set to kick off in Dhaka from July 10 to 12, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the vibrant economic and cultural relationship between Thail... Read More

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