Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus exchanges views with top leaders of different political parties during a meeting at the state guesthouse Jamuna on Saturday. — PID
South Asia Insurance hosts a blood donation programmeA blood donation programme was held at the head office of South Asia Insurance Company Limited to collect blood for those injured in the recent plane crash at Milestone School and College. Muhammad...
BRUSSELS, July 26 (Reuters): Qatar has threatened to cut gas supplies to the European Union in response to the bloc's due diligence law on forced labour and environmental damage, according to a letter from Qatar to the Belgian government, seen...
NEW DELHI, India, July 26 (AFP): The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will host this year's T20 Asia Cup tournament in September, organisers said on Saturday, ending the uncertainty over its fate amid spiralling tensions between India and Pakistan.The neighbours have...
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Saturday launched a two-day training programme for match referees at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in the city, reports UNB.The programme aims to strengthen officiating standards across both domestic and international cricket.Organised by the...
Sofia Noor Rafa | 2025-07-27 00:00:00
Private universities in Bangladesh create shiny brochures that promise great education, study abroad opportunities, and excellent jobs after graduation. These beautiful promises don't match reality when parents spend their life savings and borrow money against their homes to pay for...
TANJIM HASAN PATWARY | 2025-07-27 00:00:00
To build a secure economic future, individuals often pursue jobs or entrepreneurial ventures. This requires foresight, preparation, and the ability to navigate personal and structural challenges. For many, the first step is choosing a location that offers the best chance...
Tasnimul Islam | 2025-07-27 00:00:00
Bangladesh stands at a pivotal moment in its history, where fostering a research mindset amongst students proves essential for long-term progress. Despite being driven by a young population, the development of a robust research culture remains hampered by institutional issues...
BRAC Bank has achieved a historic milestone by surpassing $1 billion in market capitalisation, becoming the only bank in Bangladesh to have reached this landmark in the capital market.This remarkable achievement reflects the enduring confidence of both local and international...
FE Report | 2025-07-27 00:00:00
Unilever Consumer Care experienced a 28 per cent year-on-year growth in profit to Tk 243.31 million in April-June (Q2) of the calendar year 2025, supported by higher revenue and finance income. The company had sustained a de-growth in revenue last...
LAGOS, July 26 (AFP): More than 600 malnourished children have died in northern Nigeria in six months after failing to receive proper care as foreign aid dries up, a medical charity has said.Doctors Without Borders (MSF) said northern Nigeria, which...
SAMRAONG, July 26 (AFP): Thailand and Cambodia clashed for a third day on Saturday, as the death toll from their bloodiest fighting in years rose to 33 and Phnom Penh called for an "immediate ceasefire".A long-running border dispute erupted into...
KYIV, July 26 (BBC): Five people have been killed in overnight strikes in Russia and Ukraine, as the two sides continue to trade drone attacks.Ukrainian officials said on Saturday that more than 200 drones and almost 30 missiles were fired...
NEW YORK, July 26 (AP): UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Friday slammed the international community for turning a blind eye to widespread starvation in the Gaza Strip, calling it a "moral crisis that challenges the global conscience.""I cannot explain the...
LONDON, July 26 (Reuters/AFP/AP): Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday the British government would recognise a Palestinian state only as part of a negotiated peace deal, disappointing many in his Labour Party who want him to follow France in...
LALMONIRHAT, July 26 (UNB): A severe water crisis in Lalmonirhat, despite the ongoing monsoon, is significantly disrupting the crucial retting process of jute, leaving farmers worried about potential financial losses due to declining fibre quality and fears of not receiving...
LAXMIPUR, July 26 (BSS): A female student of a local madrasa was killed and two others were injured in a road accident in Rakhalia Bazar area of Sadar upazila here Saturday afternoon.The deceased was identified as Maryam Akhter, 14, daughter...
CUMILLA, July 26 (UNB): A young man was hacked to death at Gauripur Bus Stand along the Dhaka-Chittagong highway in Daudkandi upazila of Cumilla on Friday night.The deceased was identified as Md Al-Mamun, also known as Mamun Samrat, son of...
OUR CORRESPONDENTSFarmers in different areas of Sylhet, Rangpur and Lalmonirhat districts have geared up cultivation of transplanted Aman (T-Aman) paddy in their fields.Our Sylhet correspondent reports: Farmers in greater Sylhet region have started transplantation of Aman paddy seedlings in their...
Mohammad Mizanur Rahman | 2025-07-27 00:00:00
Bangladesh has a proud history of fighting for democracy and the rights of its people. From the Language Movement of 1952 to the Liberation War in 1971, the people of this country have always stood up for freedom, justice, and...
Hasnat Abdul Hye | 2025-07-27 00:00:00
The UN agency on relief in Palestine (UNRWA) had warned more than a year back that given the total embargo imposed by the Israeli authorities since October 7, 2023 on the entry of trucks carrying foods, medicines and fuel for...
Muhammad Mahmood | 2025-07-27 00:00:00
Since taking over the rein of the country the interim government has been facing numerous challenges, from slow growth, high inflation and unemployment to delays in implementing crucial reforms across the judiciary, political system and economy. The law-and-order situation also...
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are the lifeblood of Bangladesh's economy, contributing nearly 25 per cent to the GDP and employing over 7.8 million people. These enterprises play a crucial role in promoting inclusive economic growth, generating employment, encouraging entrepreneurship,...
Dengue has become a recurring terror in Bangladesh, especially during the monsoon season. The year 2025 is no exception, with daily reports of children being hospitalised or even dying from the mosquito-borne disease. This raises an urgent question: how prepared...
Atiqul Kabir Tuhin | 2025-07-27 00:00:00
Urban planners on Friday called for gradual relocation of all the crowd-gathering structures, including the Milestone School campus, from the flying approach zone (FAZ) of the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. Otherwise, as they warned, similar mishaps like the Milestone tragedy...
Asjadul Kibria | 2025-07-27 00:00:00
Despite various efforts and initiatives, the quality of the country's national statistics remains a matter of grave concern and controversy. It is disheartening to note that a significant portion of the statistics provided by the national statistical agency, the Bangladesh...
The decision to sharply increase tariffs at Chittagong port, Bangladesh's primary gateway for external trade, could hardly have come at a worse time. Amid an economic downturn, falling export demand and the looming threat of a 35 per cent additional...
CHATTOGRAM, July 25 (UNB):- Chattogram Port has decided to increase its tariff by an average of 30 percent for import and export activities.Shipping Adviser M Sakhawat Hossain made the announcement on Friday while talking to the media following a visit...
FE REPORT | 2025-07-26 00:00:00
Urban planners on Friday called for gradual relocation of all the crowd-gathering structures, including the Milestone School campus, from the flying approach zone (FAZ) of the prime airport in the capital city.Otherwise, similar mishaps like the Milestone tragedy might occur...
A second team of doctors from Singapore arrives in Dhaka on Friday to provide advanced treatment for those injured in the recent fighter jet crash at Milestone School and College. — PID
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