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Bangladesh bans new industrial establishments within 10 km of Sundarbans

, May 12 -- The Government has imposed a ban on the construction of any new industrial establishments or projects within 10-kilometre area declared as the Ecologically Critical Area (ECA) surrounding ... Read More


Govt bans new industrial establishments within 10 km of Sundarbans

, May 12 -- The Government has imposed a ban on the construction of any new industrial establishments or projects within 10-kilometre area declared as the Ecologically Critical Area (ECA) surrounding ... Read More


Kaptai Lake must be protected as a national asset: Farida Akhter

, May 12 -- Terming the Kaptai Lake a valuable national resource, Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhter on Monday stressed the need for its protection and preservation. Speaking at the inaugu... Read More


ICT Investigation agency submits report with 5 charges against Hasina

Dhaka, May 12 -- The investigation agency of the International Crimes Tribunal on Monday submitted a report accusing former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and two others of committing crimes against hum... Read More


NBR to introducetax education in national school system

Dhaka, May 12 -- The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has taken a move to introduce tax-related textbook materials in the educational system of the country aiming to educate the populace on the importa... Read More


Prof Yunus sees 'window of opportunity' for changes in health sector

, May 12 -- Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Monday expressed optimism about bringing significant changes to Bangladesh's health sector with the combined efforts of all involved in delivering... Read More


Prof Yunus calls for 'regional integrated economic strategy'

, May 12 -- Emphasising the potential of cross-border collaboration in hydropower, healthcare and road connectivity, Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Monday called for an 'integrated economic... Read More


Bodies of two missing brothers recovered in Kurigram

Kurigram, May 12 -- The bodies of two brothers, who had gone missing while bathing, were recovered from Brahmaputra river at Ulipur upazila in Kurigram district on Monday morning. The deceased were i... Read More


DMP urges people to refrain from blocking roads in the name of protests

, May 12 -- Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has requested all to refrain from blocking roads as such activities under the pretext of protests, demonstrations, and demands cause severe traffic congesti... Read More


Bangladesh received $735mn in remittances in May's first 7 days

, May 12 -- Bangladesh received US $735 million in remittances in the first seven days of May, showing a 23.3 percent year-on-year growth compared to the same period last year. According to data rele... Read More