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Avoid party bans that undermine democracy: UN to Bangladesh

Dhaka, Feb. 12 -- The UN human rights office has recommended Bangladesh to refrain from political party bans undermining democracy and disenfranchising part of the electorate. In a report launched on... Read More


10,000 July uprising victims to get mental health support

Dhaka, Feb. 12 -- Mental health support will be provided to 10,000 students from 22 public and private universities, who were affected by violence during the July-August movement, under a joint initia... Read More


Plastic products can boost export diversification: Commerce Adviser

, Feb. 12 -- Commerce Adviser Sheikh Bashir Uddin has said that plastic products can play a significant role in diversifying export prospects. The adviser came up with the remark while addressing the... Read More


DMP Commissioner orders urgent probe into July movement cases

Dhaka, Feb. 12 -- Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Sheikh Md Sazzat Ali has instructed police officers to prioritise the investigation of cases linked to the Anti-Discrimination Movement. ... Read More


Edible oil market to be stable in 7-10 days: Commerce Adviser

, Feb. 12 -- Commerce Adviser Sheikh Bashir Uddin has said that the edible oil market will be stable within seven to ten days. The shortage of soybean oil in the market will be resolved, he said whil... Read More


Ex-CMP commissioner Saiful arrested in Dhaka

Chattogram, Feb. 12 -- Former Chattogram Metropolitan Police (CMP) Commissioner Saiful Islam has been arrested in a murder case in Dhaka. Additional Commissioner of the CMP Humayun Kabir said a polic... Read More


Dr Yunus set to leave for Dubai to attend World Governments Summit

Dhaka, Feb. 12 -- Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus will discuss the issues of mutual interest, visa opening, enhancing manpower export; and trade and investment with the leadership of the United Arab... Read More


Govt launches cleaning drive to protect St. Martin's ecosystem

Dhaka, Feb. 12 -- The government has launched a cleanup drive to protect the environment and biodiversity of ecologically vulnerable St. Martin's Island. The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Clima... Read More


Google I/O 2025 Announced: What to Expect?

, Feb. 12 -- Google has officially announced the dates for its highly anticipated annual developer conference, I/O 2025. The two-day event is set to take place from 20 to 21 May 2025, promising excit... Read More


16 more dengue cases reported in 24hrs

Dhaka, Feb. 12 -- Sixteen more new dengue cases were reported in the 24 hours leading up to Wednesday morning, bringing the total number of cases to 1,356 this year. According to the Directorate Gene... Read More