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The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court (SC) on Tuesday started its hearing on an appeal petition filed by BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia, challenging a High Court verdict that increased her five-year jail term to 10 years in the...
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BNP Standing Committee Member Ameer Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury on Tuesday pledged 'a more liberalised and democratic economy' saying that if they are voted into power, they will ensure a level playing field for the business community.Addressing a business delegation of...
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Chief Justice Syed Refaat Ahmed on Tuesday inaugurated the renovated main building and courtroom of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) in the capital. This will handle cases filed over mass killings and crimes against humanity committed in July-August 2024. The...
Consist Apparels Limited has become the first RMG factory this year to receive the prestigious Platinum LEED certification, reports BSS.This recognition, awarded by the US Green Building Council (USGBC), underscores the factory's commitment to sustainability through energy efficiency, water conservation,...
RFL Group, a leading business conglomerate, organised a 'Beach Cleaning' programme in Cox's Bazar on Tuesday, aiming to promote environmental sustainability and raise public awareness. Over 500 RFL Group officials took part in the event, cleaning garbage along the stretch...
Commerce Adviser Sk. Bashir Uddin on Tuesday said that the government is working to further simplify trade and commerce in the country while all practical cooperation would be ensured in this regard, reports BSS.The Commerce Adviser said this at a...
Pubali Bank recently launched bancassurance with Delta Life Insurance Company at the bank's head office . Monzurur Rahman, chairman of the board of directors, Pubali Bank, participated at the event as chief guest. Mohammad Ali, managing director and chief executive...
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The market ended lower on Tuesday, as stakeholders' meeting with the finance adviser failed to revive investor confidence.Finance Adviser Salehuddin Ahmed held a meeting with the market stakeholders at the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) on Tuesday and discussed the current...
Md. Nazmus Saadat recently took charge as managing director (acting) of Social Islami Bank (SIB).Earlier, he served as a deputy managing director (DMD) of the bank, according to a press release.He started his banking journey in 1995 as a probationary...
M Akhtar Hossain, who has a banking career of over 36 years, joined EXIM Bank as additional managing director. He held the same post at Shahjalal Islami Bank before joining EXIM Bank, according to a press release.He started his career...
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The interim government will offer tax incentives in the upcoming budget to encourage foreign and family-owned corporations to be listed in the capital market, says Finance Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed."The government will provide policy support and tax benefits to inspire...
Benapole Customs House has formed an Investigation, Research and Management (IRM) unit to play an effective role in preserving and securing revenue.Benapole Customs Commissioner issued an office order in this regard on Monday. IRM officers will be considered to be...
The 22nd edition of Garment Technology Bangladesh (GTB 2025), the largest garment technology trade show in Bangladesh, will open today (Wednesday) along with the 14th edition of the garment accessories & packaging tradeshow, GAP Expo 2025.The four-day trade show will...
Islami Bank Training and Research Academy (IBTRA) inaugurated the 161st internship programme on Tuesday. Obayed Ullah Al Masud, chairman of the bank, inaugurated the programme as the chief guest. Mohammed Monirul Moula, managing director of the bank, presided over the...
Midland Bank PLC, a prominent Bank, and Grameen Digital Healthcare Solutions, a leading provider of innovative digital healthcare services named 'Shukhee', have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to improve healthcare access and delivery in underserved communities. Dr. Ahmed Armaan...
Six more leading microfinance institutions (MFI) have signed agreements with bKash to use installment payment services of bKash for their savings and loan schemes. The new partnerships will allow 0.7 million members of these MFIs to make their payments via...
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Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority (BEZA) will prioritise time-bound development of five government-managed economic zones (EZs) over the next two years, aiming to ensure desired industrialisation in the country, its Executive Chairman said on Tuesday."We are officially announcing that we would...
New hypersonic missile will deter 'rivals': KimSEOUL, Jan 07: North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un said it tested a new hypersonic missile this week aimed at deterring the country's Pacific rivals, state media reported Tuesday, as Washington's top diplomat visited...
Carney is one of several names to replace Trudeau, along with his former deputy Chrystia Freeland and Transport Minister Anita AnandOTTAWA, Jan 07 (BBC): The former governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, Mark Carney, says...
WASHINGTON, Jan 07 (AFP): Louisiana health authorities on Monday reported the first human death in the United States linked to bird flu, while noting the patient had underlying medical conditions and that general risks to the public remained "low."The patient,...
MOSCOW, Jan 07 (BBC): Russia claims that its forces have captured the front-line town of Kurakhove in eastern Ukraine's Donetsk region. The town has borne the brunt of Russian advances in recent months and is a stepping-stone to the key...
West Indies great Clive Lloyd is "disturbed" by the idea of a two-tier structure for Test cricket and believes efforts should instead be focused on ensuring struggling teams play more often against the top sides, reports Reuters.According to a report...
MELBOURNE, Jan 07 (AFP): World number one Jannik Sinner said Tuesday his "amazing" 2024 was history as he warmed up for the defence of his Australian Open title with a tough exhibition match victory on Melbourne's centre court.The Italian is...
In a titans battle, Dhaka Abahani Limited, without any foreign booters, upset their traditional rivals Dhaka Mohammedan SC beating them by 1-0 goal at the Shaheed Dhirendranath Dutta Stadium in Cumilla on Tuesday afternoon, reports UNB.After a barren first half,...
Fast bowler Nahid Rana put up an impressive performance to script Rangpur Riders' comprehensive seven-wicket win over Dhaka Capitals for their fifth straight victory in Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium in Sylhet on Tuesday, reports BSS.Rana...
KHULNA, Jan 07 (BSS): Seven brickfields were penalised worth Taka 1.3 million (13 lakh) on a charge of operating their business ignoring direction of the higher court in Dumuria upazila of the district on Monday.Besides, the oven of three other...
ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY, Jan 07 (BSS): The authorities of Islamic University (IU), Kushtia on Tuesday announced the inclusion of July-August uprising stories in academic curriculum. A notification, signed by varsity's acting registrar HM Ali Hasan said.Mentioning July-August uprising as a glorious...
OUR CORRESPONDENT | 2025-01-08 00:00:00
GAIBANDHA, Jan 07: The farmers of northern Gaibandha district remain in the dark about timely forecast of any natural calamities with no regional meteorological office here.Farmers said agriculture is the lifeblood of Gaibandha which belongs to 186 chars. As many...
Good tyres are essential for safe driving. Various accidents occur due to low-quality tyres. All vehicle owners should use good quality tyres to avoid accidents. Several people were injured and killed due to tyre-related accident. In Bangladesh, at least 8,543...
Winter arrives in nature right after the autumn, with the northern chilly wind blowing brutally accompanied with thick fog that prevents sunrays from reaching us. Sometimes the fogs are so dense that the grasses are drenched with it. At this...
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