The mausoleum of Kazi Nazrul Islam on the Dhaka University campus bedecked with flowers, as various organisations and institutions paid tribute to the National Poet on his 127th birth anniversary on Monday (May 25). — Focus Bangla
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An incident of fire took place at a slum in the capital's Kalshi area on Monday.An official of the Fire Service and Civil Defence told the FE that twelve units of fire-fighters were working to bring the blaze under control...
FE REPORTHundreds of thousands of homebound passengers thronged railway stations, bus terminals and launch terminals on Monday to return to their village homes to celebrate the Eid-ul-Azha with their loved ones.From early morning, pressure of passengers increased at major transport...
Monira Munni | 2026-05-26 00:00:00
Streets and footpaths have become a major source of cheap clothing for low-income people across the city, while high affordability is largely driven by underpaid labour in the manufacturing supply chain, insiders say.Footpaths in different parts of the capital, especially...
State Minister for Shipping Md. Razib Ahsan has directed strict legal action against those responsible for overcharging passengers and other irregularities at the Paturia-Aricha ferry terminal during this year's Eid journey, reports UNB.The state minister issued the directives during a...
NARAYANGANJ, May 25 (UNB): Women lawyers in Narayanganj have formed a human chain demanding punishment for two BNP leaders over the alleged assault on a female lawyer and derogatory remarks about women colleagues.The programme was held around noon on Sunday...
A total of 170 Bangladeshi nationals have been repatriated from Libya, reports UNB.They arrived at Dhaka at 8:35 am on Monday on Burak Air flight, according the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.The repatriation was coordinated by the Bangladesh Embassy in Libya,...
Three leaders of the Dhaka University unit of Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (DU) have been relieved of their organisational duties over allegations of assaulting a physically challenged student at Jagannath Hall, reports UNB.In a press release issued on Monday, the organisation...
Pedestrians and vehicles struggle through a street, waterlogged by downpour on Monday. The picture was taken from the capital's Malibag area. — FE Photo
CHUADANGA, May 25 (UNB): Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman on Monday said the government, in consultation with the Supreme Court of Bangladesh, has decided to keep courts dealing with violence against women and children open during holidays to ensure speedy trials.He...
BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi on Monday said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is working to take the country forward, drawing inspiration from National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, reports UNB."Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is trying to move the...
Prime Minister's Adviser and PMO Spokesperson Mahdi Amin on Monday said the elected government has set an example of humane and people-oriented politics during its first 100 days in office and has taken steps toward empowering citizens, report agencies."After a...
Eminent banker Mohammed Nurul Amin has been appointed as Chairman of Bangladesh Krishi Bank's (BKB) Board of Directors on Sunday.Mr. Amin is a distinguished banking professional with more than 42 years of experience in banking and financial sector of Bangladesh,...
Walton Plaza, the country's leading electronics retail and service network, is fully prepared for the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha and summer shopping season with a complete range of electronics, electrical and home appliance products, along with attractive offers and customer benefits across...
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CHATTOGRAM, May 25: Mohammad Amirul Haque has been elected president of the Chittagong Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) for a two-year term by the newly elected board of directors of the country's oldest trade body.Besides, Md. Amzad Hossain Chowdhury...
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CHATTOGRAM, May 25: The bustling roads of the port city of Chattogram wear a deserted look as most of the city-dwellers have already left for their village homes to celebrate Eid-ul-Azha, the second largest religious festival of the Muslim community....
DINAJPUR, May 25 (BSS): Import and export activities through the Hili Land Port in Dinajpur have been suspended for seven days from Sunday on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha.The decision was confirmed by President of the Hili Land Port Import and...
Hotel Sarina Dhaka warmly invites guests to celebrate the joy of togetherness with an exceptional lineup of festive dining experiences across Summerfields, Amrit, Risotto, and Street 17 Café this Eid-ul-Adha.From indulgent Eid-exclusive platters at Amrit to vibrant café favorites at...
New Grameenphone centre launched in DinajpurGrameenphone, the country's leading telecommunications service provider, has recently inaugurated its new centre in Ganeshtola, Dinajpur. Grameenphone officials, including Chief Risk Officer Md. Arif Uddin; Head of Customer Experience Abdullah Al Mahmud; and Circle Business...
Shimanto Bank signs refinancing agreements with Bangladesh BankShimanto Bank PLC has recently signed Participation Agreements with Bangladesh Bank under the Cluster Financing Scheme and the FSFDMSME Refinancing Scheme through the SME & Special Programs Department (SMESPD) to strengthen financing support...
BRAC Bank facilitates cashless banking services 24/7 at Diabari Cattle Haat BRAC Bank has inaugurated Cashless Qurbani Cattle Haat Booth at Diabari in Uttara, Dhaka, on Sunday. At the BRAC Bank booth, buyers and traders can withdraw and deposit to...
FHM HUMAYAN KABIR, BACK FROM BRAZIL | 2026-05-26 00:00:00
Bangladeshi garment makers are missing out on a huge market in Latin America due to tariff barriers imposed by the Mercosur countries, businesses and analysts say.Established in 1991 to promote free trade and regional integration, Mercosur is a South American...
NRBC Bank holds training programme for newly-recruited MTOsNRBC Bank has completed a three-week foundation training programme for its newly-recruited Management Trainee Officers (MTOs). The closing and certificate awarding ceremony of the programme was held on Thursday. Chairman of NRBC Bank,...
NCC Bank holds free eye care camp in FeniNCC Bank has undertaken various social responsibility initiatives, marking its 33rd founding anniversary. As part of this, the bank's foundation, in collaboration with Bangladesh Eye Trust Hospital, recently organised a free eye...
SINGAPORE, May 25 (AFP): Singapore's economy grew six per cent year-on-year in the first quarter as demand skyrockets for artificial intelligence chips, balancing the fallout from the Middle East war, the government said Monday.As a major electronics hub, the city-state...
With a view to promoting period awareness and encouraging open conversations around menstrual health, sanitary napkin brand Fresh Anonna, a concern of Meghna Group of Industries, has launched a special campaign titled "Pad Ache, Lagbe?" marking Menstrual Hygiene Day which...
Station Dhaka has launched the US Expansion Readiness Program, a structured initiative to prepare Bangladeshi business groups for partnerships, trade, and market entry with American companies.The program was announced at an information session held at Station Dhaka headquarters in Dhaka...
Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) has raised gold prices in the domestic market ahead of Eid, pushing the price of 22-carat gold up by Tk 2,158 per bhori to Tk 2,38,121, effective from 10:00 am Monday, reports UNB.The price revision comes...
FIFTH GRAMEEN EYE HOSPITAL OPENS IN RAJSHSHI The fifth Grameen Eye Hospital, built under the initiative of Grameen Health Care Services Limited (GHS), has been officially inaugurated in Rajshahi. The hospital's own building is located at Maskatadighi in Katakhali. Nobel...
PRAGATI INSURANCE HANDS OVER CHEQUE FOR TREATMENT OF ARTIST MASUK HELAL Chairman of Pragati Insurance PLC Syed M Altaf Hussain handed over a cheque to Editor of Prothom Alo Matiur Rahman for the treatment of famous artist Masuk Helal. Advisor...
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