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Dr Atiur, Dr Barkat among 23 sued by ACC

Dhaka, Feb. 20 -- Corruption Commission (ACC) has filed a case against 23 people, including former Bangladesh Bank Governor Dr Atiur Rahman and economist Dr Abul Barkat, for allegedly embezzling TK 29... Read More


China begins repatriation of over 1,000 online scam workers from Myanmar via Thailand

BANGKOK, Feb. 20 -- China has started repatriating over 1,000 of its nationals who were involved in online scam operations in eastern Myanmar. The workers were recently rescued and transferred across ... Read More


NBR reduces VAT on biscuits by half

Dhaka, Feb. 20 -- The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has reduced the Value Added Tax (VAT) on both machine-made and hand-made biscuits by half. A notification to this effect was issued on Wednesday,... Read More


Bangladesh's youths also ready to take lead in building new world: CA

Dhaka, Feb. 20 -- Chief Adviser Prof Dr Muhammad Yunus on Thursday said Bangladesh's young generation is confident and prepared to lead, not only in building a new Bangladesh but also in shaping a new... Read More


Bangladesh's Youth Festival 2025 concludes with a call for change

Dhaka, Feb. 20 -- Bangladesh's Youth Festival 2025 ended on Wednesday after a month of activities revolving around the theme 'Let's change the country, let's change the world.' One visible change is ... Read More


Trump faces backlash for calling himself 'King'

Dhaka, Feb. 20 -- US President Donald Trump is facing widespread criticism after referring to himself as a "king" on social media following his administration's decision to block New York City's conge... Read More


Sher-e-Bangla Medical College students' class boycott enters day 4

Barishal, Feb. 20 -- Students of Barishal Medical College continued the class boycott for the fourth consecutive day on Thursday, demanding immediate end of teachers' shortage to ensure smooth operati... Read More


ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Bangladesh opt to bat first vs India

Dhaka, Feb. 20 -- Bangladesh have won the toss and opted to bat first in their maiden match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 against India. India entered the event as one of the favourites to win thi... Read More


FAO supports Bangladesh in strengthening export, safety for fisheries, livestock sectors

Dhaka, Feb. 20 -- A validation workshop hosted by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) on Thursday focused on reducing pesticide risks and enhance the quality of dried fish fo... Read More


Dubai-bound Biman flight makes emergency landing in India's Nagpur

Dhaka, Feb. 20 -- bound Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight made an emergency landing at India's Nagpur airport on Wednesday night due to a technical issue. The aircraft, BG-347, carrying 395 passengers... Read More