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New South Korean President Lee vows talks with north, stronger US-Japan ties

SEOUL, South Korea, June 4 -- South Korea's new President Lee Jae-myung vowed Wednesday to restart dormant talks with North Korea and bolster a trilateral partnership with the US and Japan, as he laid... Read More


3 persons, 3 institutions nominated for National Environment Award

Dhaka, June 4 -- The government has finalised the nomination of three individuals and three institutions for the National Environment Award 2024 in recognition of their significant contributions to en... Read More


Inclusive politics key to avoiding unrest in Bangladesh, says UN Resident Coordinator

, June 4 -- United Nations Resident Coordinator in Bangladesh Gwyn Lewis on Wednesday said the participation and inclusion of all political parties will help prevent a 'very polarised position' and po... Read More


LPG operators oppose govt's VAT hike proposal

Dhaka, June 4 -- The LPG Operators Association of Bangladesh (LOAB) has strongly opposed the government's proposal to increase Value Added Tax (VAT) on Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders from 7.5... Read More


New banknotes unavailable at banks, being sold at inflated prices in open market

Dhaka, June 4 -- Although Bangladesh Bank has released newly designed Tk20, Tk50, and Tk1,000 notes ahead of Eid, scheduled banks are unable to supply them, while they are being sold at inflated price... Read More


Dengue: 83 more dengue cases reported in 24hrs

Dhaka, June 4 -- three more new dengue cases were reported in the 24 hours leading up to Wednesday morning, bringing the total number of cases to 4,783 this year. According to the Directorate General... Read More


No change in Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's FF status, says Liberation War Affairs Adviser

, June 4 -- Amid swirling rumours about the cancellation of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's recognition as a freedom fighter, Liberation War Affairs Adviser Faruk-e-Azam on Wednesday firmly dismissed the clai... Read More


BNP criticises budget as 'unilateral, ineffective' amid inflation

, June 4 -- BNP on Wednesday described the proposed national budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year as 'unilateral, traditional and non-participatory' and said it fails to offer concrete strategies to add... Read More


Stay alert over fraud gangs during Eid-ul-Azha: Police Headquarters

Dhaka, June 4 -- Police have urged people to remain vigilant against fraud rings operating in various parts of the country ahead of Eid-ul-Azha. Police headquarters issued a press release on Wednesda... Read More


Pakistani Drama Tere Bin Emerges as an All-Time Audience Favourite

Dhaka, June 4 -- Audiences across the globe remain captivated as the Pakistani drama landscape continues to produce unforgettable television. Amid this vibrant scene, 'Tere Bin' has emerged as a stand... Read More