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BSTI gets new DG: Kazi Emdadul Hoque appointed on contractual basis

Dhaka, May 3 -- Kazi Emdadul Hoque, a prominent researcher, author, and former tax commissioner, has been appointed as the Director General of the Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution (BSTI). ... Read More


BSEC sets June 30 deadline for 131 listed firms to appoint female independent directors

Dhaka, May 3 -- The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) has issued a final ultimatum to 131 listed companies that have failed to appoint female independent directors to their boards w... Read More


Law Minister urges DCs to report irregularities in ministry's field offices

Dhaka, May 3 -- Law Minister Md. Asaduzzaman on Sunday urged deputy commissioners (DCs) across the country to report any specific irregularities or allegations of corruption in field-level offices und... Read More


Shortage of storage capacity, disruption to shipment schedules due to Iran War behind fuel crisis

Dhaka, May 3 -- Inadequate fuel storage capacity and irregular shipment schedules caused by global conflicts have been identified as the primary drivers behind the recent energy crisis in Bangladesh. ... Read More


Six-point lead for Arsenal as Manchester City left chasing title race

Dhaka, May 3 -- Arsenal moved six points clear at the top of the table after a convincing 3-0 home victory over Fulham on Saturday, intensifying the title pressure on Manchester City. According to Pr... Read More


Implement govt's programmes prioritising public interest: President at DC Conference 2026

Dhaka, May 3 -- President Mohammed Shahabuddin on Sunday called on government officials to remain committed to implementing the government's promises, programmes, policies and development projects whi... Read More


Ensuring inhalers for every asthma patient is essential

Dhaka, May 3 -- Although asthma is a lifelong disease, experts said it can be effectively controlled through proper and regular treatment, with inhaler therapy being the primary form of treatment. Sp... Read More


Fire breaks out in moving train's engine in Lalmonirhat

Lalmonirhat, May 3 -- Panic spread among passengers after a fire broke out in the engine of a moving commuter train in Hatibandha upazila of Lalmonirhat district on Sunday. However, prompt action pre... Read More


Shikho launches free Bangla AI course for students, others

Dhaka, May 3 -- Shikho has launched "Think AI," a free Bangla-language course designed to give students, teachers and workers a foundational understanding of artificial intelligence. The course, deve... Read More


Remittance continues to surge: $3.12bn received in April

Dhaka, May 3 -- The robust growth in remittance inflows has continued through April, with expatriate Bangladeshis sending US$3.12 billion in April of the current fiscal year FY2025-26, according to th... Read More