PKSF and the 2026 Independence Award

The development narrative of Bangladesh is often framed around prominent institutions and marquee initiatives. Yet, many consequential contributions come from organisations that operate behind the scenes, building systems that foster development. Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF) is one such institution that...

EWU celebrates Pohela Boishakh with cultural performances, fair

East West University (EWU) on Tuesday celebrated the Bengali New Year, Pohela Boishakh 1433, with a wide array of programmes on its campus in Aftabnagar, Dhaka. The day-long celebration featured a vibrant rally, cultural performances and a traditional mela, according...

NSU holds workshop on digital wellbeing

North South University's (NSU) Counseling and Wellbeing Center (CWC), with the support of the Public Health and Sciences Club (PHSC), organised a workshop titled "Digital Wellbeing & Managing Screen Addiction" for the students on Thursday at Syndicate Hall, NSU.Dr. Azaz...

DU signs MoU with China’s SCSIO

Dhaka University (DU) recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with South China Sea Institute of Oceanology (SCSIO) to strengthen strategic maritime cooperation between Bangladesh and China. DU Vice-Chancellor (VC) ABM Obaidul Islam and SCSIO Director-General Chaolun Li signed the...

Mild heat wave likely to persist in several dists

A mild heat wave sweeping across several districts is likely to persist, the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) said on Wednesday.In a bulletin, the weather office said that the heat wave is currently affecting Rajshahi, Pabna, Sirajganj, Jashore, Chuadanga and Kushtia...

German parliamentary team highlights climate co-op

A delegation from Germany's parliamentary committee on environment and climate issues has concluded a six-day visit to Bangladesh, underscoring the urgency of global cooperation in tackling climate change and environmental challenges.The delegation, led by Michael Thews, Deputy Chairman of the...

Eight DU students hurt in shuttle bus accident in city

Eight students of Dhaka University (DU) were injured after a campus shuttle bus met with an accident in the capital on Wednesday morning. The accident occurred at around 9:00 am, involving a 'Khonika' bus operating on the DU-Gazipur route. Eyewitnesses...

Fire breaks out in Banani building

A fire broke out on the 11th floor of a building in the capital's Banani area on Wednesday evening. However, there was no report of casualties. Duty officer at Fire Service and Civil Defence office, Md Rakibul Islam, told the...

The traditional and colorful 'Boishakhi Shovajatra'

The traditional and colorful 'Boishakhi Shovajatra', organised to celebrate the first day of the Bangla new year 1433, crossing the Dhaka University campus on Tuesday (April 14). — FE Photo

Fifth Pry Edn Dev Prog to begin July 1

Prime Minister (PM) Tarique Rahman has announced that the five-year "Fifth Primary Education Development Programme" is set to begin on July 1. It will include plans to provide English language training to the remaining primary school teachers.He said these during...

Hasnat Abdullah decries sorry state of highway in JS

National Citizen Party (NCP) MP from Cumilla-4 Hasnat Abdullah on Wednesday expressed deep concern in parliament over the frequent road accidents on the Cumilla-Sylhet highway and urged immediate steps to widen the road, reports UNB.Speaking during a point of order,...

Ex-IGP Mamun faces crimes against humanity charges

Former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun is set to be indicted in a case over alleged crimes against humanity linked to the 2013 Hifazat-e Islam gathering at Motijheel Shapla Chattar, reports bdnews24.com.Prosecutors said findings from an investigation...

Speaker blames past policy for Tipaimukh Dam fallout

In a strong remark regarding the Tipaimukh Dam on the Barak River upstream in India, Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed on Wednesday said Bangladesh itself bears responsibility for the consequences linked to the project.Speaking during the question-and-answer session in parliament, he...

Govt-opposition divide can be resolved through dialogue

Chief Whip Nurul Islam has said the government and the opposition will jointly place a proposal to amend the Constitution, expressing optimism that prevailing differences may be resolved through dialogue, reports UNB."Although differences of opinion exist between the government and...

Govt moves to introduce Wage Board, ensure fair pay for journos: Swapan

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon has said the government is working to formulate a wage board and a structured pay scale for journalists through consultations with media owners, with a view to ensuring equitable remuneration and safeguarding professional...

PM pledges full implementation of July Charter, warns against unrest

Tangail, Apr 14 (UNB): Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Tuesday reaffirmed that the July National Charter, as signed by political parties, would be implemented in full, warning that any attempts to create instability over the issue would be firmly resisted.Addressing...

Fuel prices may be adjusted if crisis prolongs: Adviser Zahed

The government might adjust fuel prices if the ongoing Middle East crisis continued, said Prime Minister's Information and Broadcasting Adviser Dr Zahed Ur Rahman on Wednesday.Addressing a press briefing in the Press Information Department (PID) conference room at the secretariat...

Pak army chief arrives in Iran to push for fresh US-Iran talks

CAIRO, Apr 15 (AP): Pakistan's army chief arrived Wednesday in Tehran for talks in the latest diplomatic move to ease tensions in the Middle East and arrange a second round of negotiations between the United States and Iran after almost...

BB buys $70m to steady taka

After a six-week pause, Bangladesh Bank has resumed dollar purchases, signalling renewed intervention to stabilise the exchange rate of the US dollar against the local currency stable amid a surge in remittance inflows. The central bank purchased $70 million from...

NBR extends VAT, corporate tax deadlines

The National Board of Revenue has once again extended key tax-filing deadlines, offering relief to businesses and VAT-registered entities grappling with holiday disruptions and technical challenges.The deadlines extended for both Value Added Tax (VAT) and corporate tax returns.Under the latest...

Low measles vaccination weakens herd immunity

Measles had become more potent as herd immunity had declined in Bangladesh amid low vaccination coverage, said health specialists as three more children died of the disease and suspected cases on Wednesday. Globally, measles sees a rise in summer. But...

Govt decides to recruit 0.5m personnel

The government has decided to recruit 500,000 personnel to fill vacant positions across public offices nationwide, says the Prime Minister. During PM's question hour in the Jatiya Sangsad Wednesday, Tarique Rahman disclosed that a search got underway to find alternative...

WB to align its future dev projects with govt's 31-point manifesto

The World Bank (WB) has expressed its willingness to align its future development projects in Bangladesh with the new government's 31-point electoral manifesto.WB President Ajay Banga expressed the Bank's desire during a meeting with Bangladesh Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud...

Govt drafting five-year strategic plan to spur economic growth

The government has begun formulating a new five-year strategic framework aimed at steering the economy from stabilisation to investment-led growth, setting ambitious targets for expansion and job creation. The plan seeks to raise economic growth to 8.0 per cent by...

BD welcomes Japan-led energy initiative for Asian region

Bangladesh on Wednesday welcomed a Japan-led initiative to deal with energy issues in an efficient way in the Asian region, noting that all countries need to come together as no country can solve it alone. "We need to come together...

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PM Tarique among TIME’s 100 most influential people

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has been named in the TIME magazine's list of the 100 Most Influential People in the World for 2026, in recognition of his leadership, courage and contribution to restoration of democracy, reports UNB.The list published by...

Govt listing all-weather refined oil suppliers

A government move gets underway to select a pool of refined oil suppliers who will be interested to supply the fuel whenever necessary for both short and long terms to avert any exigency. The state-run Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) has...

Italy suspends defence deal with Israel

ROME, Apr 15 (BBC): Italy will not renew its defence agreement with Israel, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has said.Meloni said her government had decided to suspend the renewal, which happens every five years, "in view of the current situation",...

Israel, Lebanon agree to direct talks: US

WASHINGTON, Apr 15 (AFP): Israel and Lebanon agreed to hold direct negotiations after "productive discussions" between the two sides in Washington, the United States said on Tuesday."The participants held productive discussions on steps toward launching direct negotiations between Israel and...