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HC hearing begins on death reference, appeal in Asiya rape-murder case

, Aug. 11 -- The High Court on Tuesday started the hearing on the death reference and appeal in the case filed over the rape and murder of eight-year-old Asiya in Magura. The HC bench of Justice Bhis... Read More


BGMEA, LPP issue joint statement to clarify invoice dispute, reaffirming sourcing partnership

Dhaka, Aug. 11 -- The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) and Polish fashion retail giant LPP S.A. have issued a joint statement to clarify ongoing disputes involving cl... Read More


Two children die with measles-like symptoms in 24 hours

, Aug. 11 -- Two children died with measles-like symptoms in the 24 hours until 8:00am Tuesday, raising the country's combined tally of confirmed and suspected measles-related deaths to 880 this year.... Read More


Govt working on time-bound action plan to address power, gas crisis: Amit

Dhaka, Aug. 11 -- State Minister for Power and Energy Aninda Islam Amit on Tuesday acknowledged significant gaps between demand and supply of electricity and gas, saying the government is working on a... Read More


Students to get free weekly access to July Uprising Museum

Dhaka, Aug. 11 -- The government has taken an initiative to open the July Uprising Museum and other museums across the country to students, with schoolchildren to be allowed to visit the July Uprising... Read More


4 robbers held with firearms, cocktails in Hatirjheel

Dhaka, Aug. 11 -- Four members of an organised robbery gang were arrested while allegedly preparing to rob a house near Hatirjheel in the capital on Tuesday, police said. The arrestees were identifie... Read More


Fishing resumes in Kaptai Lake after seasonal ban

, Aug. 11 -- Fishing has resumed in Kaptai Lake after a 3-month-and-15-day ban, bringing renewed economic activity to the lakeside areas and relief to thousands of fishermen and their families. The a... Read More


Govt steps up efforts to ease gas crisis, expand solar power: Energy Minister

Dhaka, Aug. 11 -- Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hassan Mahmood on Tuesday said the government is working on multiple fronts to address the ongoing gas crisis and ensure a more rel... Read More


MPs can't vote beyond party decision in presidential election: Chief Whip

, Aug. 11 -- Chief Whip of Parliament Nurul Islam Moni on Tuesday said members of parliament will not be able to vote in the presidential election, slated for August 20, against their party's decision... Read More


Applications invited for No. 1 Baba'r Kriti Santan Songbordhona 2026

Dhaka, Aug. 11 -- Applications are now open for No. 1 Baba'r Kriti Santan Songbordhona 2026, an initiative that celebrates the sacrifices and dedication of marginal tea stall owners by honouring their... Read More