News Watch (17-07-2019)

PM to flag off Benapole Express train today

Benapole Express, a new intercity train to ply between Dhaka and Benapole, will start its journey today (Wednesday). Prime Minister Shiekh Hasina will flag off the 'Benapole Express' train through a video conference from Ganobhaban in the city. She will also inaugurate the extension of Dhaka-Rajshahi non-stop intercity 'Bonolata Express' train services to Chapainawabganj. — BSS

HSC, equivalent exam results today

The results of this year's Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and its equivalent examinations will be published today (Wednesday). "The results of the Higher Secondary Certificate and its equivalent examinations will be handed over to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina at her official residence Ganobhaban at 10.00am tomorrow (Wednesday). Later, results will be published at a press briefing at the Education Ministry at 12 noon," Abul Khair, PRO of the ministry, said. — UNB