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BB injects Tk 525b into 12 weak banks

Bangladesh Bank (BB) has injected an unprecedented amount of Tk 525.00 billion (52,500 crore) into 12 financially weak banks by printing new currency, despite maintaining a tightened monetary policy stance, reports UNB.According to central bank data released on Saturday, this substantial financial assistance is part of the central bank's broader...

Officials of the National Board of Revenue (NBR) under the banner of the NBR Reform Unity Council observed

Officials of the National Board of Revenue (NBR) under the banner of the NBR Reform Unity Council observed a complete shutdown and a peaceful march programme in front of Rajaswa Bhaban in the city's Agargaon on Saturday to press home their demand for the removal of NBR Chairman Abdur Rahman...

Refrain from approving large-scale projects

GAZIPUR, June 28 (UNB): Finance Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed urged all concerned to refrain from approving unnecessary and large-scale development projects that could jeopardise the country's debt sustainability."Before approving any big project, we must assess whether the demand is justified, whether the project is feasible, and whether it promises long-term...

India restricts land-route import of certain products

India has imposed a ban on the import of specific jute products and woven fabrics from Bangladesh through all land routes amid worsening relations between the two nations, reports UNB.The shipments of these goods will still be permitted through the Nhava Sheva seaport in Maharashtra, according to a notification from...

Timely vaccination a must to protect livestock: Adviser

MANIKGANJ, June 28 (UNB): Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhter on Saturday underscored the need for ensuring timely vaccination to prevent livestock diseases, terming disease control a major challenge in cattle farming."Vaccines are administered to protect livestock from diseases, not just for meat production or export, but primarily to safeguard...

Dhaka's air quality still moderate

Dhaka's air quality continued to be in the 'moderate' zone on Saturday, reports UNB.With an air quality index (AQI) score of 60 at 9:37 am, Dhaka ranked 39th on the list of cities worldwide with the worst air quality.Uganda's Kampala, Indonesia's Jakarta and Medan and Pakistan's Lahore occupied the first...

BRAC University holds orientation

BRAC University organised an orientation programme for the summer 2025 semester students on its campus in the city on Wednesday, says a press release.Only the young generation can overcome the world's present challenges such as climate change, digital disruption, irresponsible populism and inequality, Michael Miller, Ambassador of the European Union...

7,100 teachers, students, edn instts to get special grants

The government is set to allocate a special grant amounting to Tk 64.1 million (6.41 crore) for 7,100 teachers, students, and educational institutions across the country, reports BSS.The recipients comprise 101 educational institutions, 250 teachers and staff, 4,047 secondary school students, and 2,702 students from colleges and universities, according to...

E-rickshaws to operate in Dhanmondi, Uttara from August: Asif Mahmud

The government will introduce low-speed e-rickshaws in two designated zones in Dhaka city as part of a pilot initiative to regulate battery-powered three-wheelers, said LGRD Adviser Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuiyan on Saturday.Initially the e-rickshaw service developed by experts from Buet will be launched in August in Dhanmondi under Dhaka South...

JU unveils Tk 3.23b budget for FY 2025-26

Jahangirnagar University (JU) has approved a Tk 3.23 billion (323.35 crore) budget for the fiscal year 2025-26, reports BSS.Treasurer Professor M Abdur Rab presented the budget at the university's annual senate session, chaired by Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Mohammad Kamrul Ahsan.The new budget is Tk 145.8 million less than last year's...

BMU observes World Oceans Day 2025

Bangladesh Maritime University (BMU) observed the World Oceans Day 2025 on Saturday, says a statement. This year the theme of the day is 'Sustaining What Sustains Us'. The university organised a seminar in the city, marking the day. The Vice-chancellor of the university, Rear Admiral Dr Khandakar Akhter Hossain, attended...

Light rain likely today ------------

Light to moderate rain/thunder showers with lightning flashes and temporary gusty wind is likely to occur at most places over Khulna, Barishal and Chattogram divisions in the next 24 hours from 06:00 am today (Sunday), according to the Met Office.It may also occur at many places over Rangpur, Rajshahi, Dhaka,...