BD needs $116.8b to implement NDC 3.0
FE REPORTBangladesh will require a total of US$116.8 billion to implement its newly-prepared NDC 3.0 (Third Nationally Determined Contribution) plan - aimed at reducing climate risks. Of the amount, $25.95 billion is estimated for unconditional investment, while $90.23 billion will be needed under conditional investment scenarios.Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Adviser to...
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Rajshahi University officials and employees enforced work abstention on Sunday, as RU Officers' Association announced a
Rajshahi University officials and employees enforced work abstention on Sunday, as RU Officers' Association announced a 'complete shutdown' from Monday. Earlier, the RU authority suspended the ward quota following students' demonstration and altercation with teachers and officials on Saturday. — FE Photo
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JU condemns Amir Hamza's remarks
JU CORRESPONDENTThe authorities of Jahangirnagar University (JU) on Sunday strongly condemned recent remarks made by Jamaat-e-Islami leader Amir Hamza regarding what he said he had witnessed at the university.The authorities, in a press release, described Hamza's claims about being admitted into the university, students using alcohol in residential halls, and...
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TCB seeks 31,394 tonnes of rice to sell thru' monthly drive
FE REPORTThe Trading Corporation of Bangladesh (TCB) has requested the Ministry of Commerce (MoC) for taking steps to allocate 31,394 tonnes of rice for selling among more than 6.0 million smartcard-holder families through its monthly essential drive, sources said.The chairman of the state-run agency recently wrote the ministry for taking...
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Chinese envoy urges youth to boost Dhaka-Beijing friendship
Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen has called on the youth of both countries to dedicate their passion and energy to strengthening Bangladesh-China friendship, saying their efforts will help build greater achievements for the future, reports BSS.He made the remarks while addressing the "Bangladesh-China Women's Football Friendly Match 2025 Celebrating...
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Durga Puja begins thru’ Mahalaya
In a bid to bolster law-enforcing agencies during Durga Puja, 80,000 volunteers will work towards ensuring security during this year's celebrations, reports bdnews24.com.On Sunday, Home Advisor Jahangir Alam Chowdhury said the volunteers, organised under the Ministry of Women and Children Affairs, will assist the police and other law-enforcing agencies. "Alongside...
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Govt to distribute school books by Jan: Salehuddin
Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed said on Sunday the government will ensure the distribution of all school textbooks by January of the next year, reports BSS.
"Orders for printing textbooks for certain classes have already been placed. Authorities are now reviewing the list of recipient institutions to ensure that no...
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Prof Mosarof appointed DUCSU treasurer
DU CORRESPONDENTProfessor Dr. H. M. Mosarof Hossain, chairman of the Department of Finance at the University of Dhaka, has been appointed as the treasurer of Dhaka University Central Students' Union (DUCSU).Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Niaz Ahmad Khan nominated him for the position on Sunday. The appointment was confirmed through...
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Tk 10 justice in 28 days for poor
The village courts across 61 districts are offering swift and affordable justice, enabling the poor and marginalized communities to resolve disputes at a minimal cost and without delay, reports BSS.Criminal cases can be filed with the courts for just Taka 10, while civil matters require a fee of Taka 20....
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Light rain likely today 22-09-2025
Light to moderate rain is likely to occur at many places over Barishal and Chattogram divisions in the next 24 hours from 06:00 am today (Monday). Day and night temperature may remain unchanged. The highest temperature on Sunday was recorded at 36.0 degrees Celsius in Feni, while the lowest at...
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