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BUP wins in Jessup Bangladesh 2024

2024-02-11 00:00:00

Sarwat Arif PriyoAfter Team BUP's historic victory at Jessup Bangladesh, Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP) can now proudly fly the Bangladeshi flag in Washington, DC, USA. One of the most prominent moot court competitions centred around international law is the...

Assessing courses and influencers’ content before buying and consuming them

Tanjim Hasan Patwary | 2024-02-11 00:00:00

Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, reliance on online courses surged, leading to significant transformations in the traditional academic landscape. Even post-pandemic, this trend continues globally, with new platforms emerging to provide students with a diverse array of courses, both academic and...

How fresh graduates can make most of internship to land first job

Md Shafiul Alam | 2024-02-11 00:00:00

The growing competition in the job sector has made it tough enough for fresh graduates to get an entry-level job. Moreover, most prospective employers think that they may need to invest a significant amount of resources to train a new...

Champions Trophy 2025 to pose scheduling dilemma for T20 leagues

2024-02-11 00:00:00

Champions Trophy 2025, which is scheduled to be played in February and March in Pakistan, is set to make headlines for reasons other than just its venue. With Pakistan being its host, there are obvious doubts whether the eight-team tournament...

Shakib reaches 7000-run milestone in T20

2024-02-11 00:00:00

Shakib Al Hasan became only the second Bangladeshi batter to reach the milestone of 7000 runs in T20 cricket during his 16 ball- 27 runs knock against Chattogram Challengers in a Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) match at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket...

Rangpur rout Chattogram to retain top spot in BPL

2024-02-11 00:00:00

In a dominant display at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in the city, the Rangpur Riders demolished the Chattogram Challengers by 53 runs in a Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) match on Saturday, reports UNB.This win has cemented Ranpgur's place at...

UGC asks IU to hold entry test under cluster system

2024-02-11 00:00:00

A CORRESPONDENTISLAMIC UNIVERSITY, Feb 10: University Grants Commission (UGC) of Bangladesh has issued a notification asking Islamic University (IU) to organise the admission test for the academic year 2023-24 under the cluster system.The notification signed by Mohammad Jaminur Rahman, director...

Jashore flower growers expect Tk 700m sale in February

2024-02-11 00:00:00

JASHORE, Feb 10 (UNB): The flower growers and traders of Jashore's Jhikargachha upazila, one of the largest flower markets of the country, expect to sell flowers worth Tk 700 million (70 crore) in the month of February as flower is...

Peanut seeds get costlier in Bera

OUR CORRESPONDENT | 2024-02-11 00:00:00

PABNA, Feb 10: Local farmers have been disappointed as the prices of groundnut seeds have almost doubled in Bera upazila of the district this cultivation season.Agriculture office sources said a large quantity of groundnut is produced every year in the...

US, EU mention allegations of interference in Pak polls

2024-02-11 00:00:00

ISLAMABAD, Feb 10 (Reuters/AP): The United States, Britain and the European Union on Friday separately expressed concerns about Pakistan's electoral process in the wake of a vote on Thursday and urged a probe into reported irregularities.The main battle was between...

Israel intends to attack Rafah next

2024-02-11 00:00:00

RAFAH, Feb 10 (AP/BBC): Gaza's southernmost town, Rafah, is bursting at the seams. Nearly the last place spared an Israeli offensive so far, Rafah's population has more than quintupled with Palestinians streaming in to escape fighting. They pack by the...

Citizens Bank PLC signed a participatory agreement with Bangladesh Bank for availing refinancing facility under the central bank's

2024-02-11 00:00:00

Citizens Bank PLC signed a participatory agreement with Bangladesh Bank for availing refinancing facility under the central bank's refinance scheme for 'Technology Development/Upgrade of Export-Oriented Industries'. Mohammad Masoom, Managing Director and CEO of Citizens Bank, and Chowdhury Liakat Ali, Director,...

As a part of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Union Bank PLC distributed blankets among the destitutes in different places in Dhaka city recently. ABM Mokammel Hoque Chowdhury, managing director & CEO of the bank, distributed

2024-02-11 00:00:00

As a part of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Union Bank PLC distributed blankets among the destitutes in different places in Dhaka city recently. ABM Mokammel Hoque Chowdhury, managing director & CEO of the bank, distributed blankets as the chief guest...

Asia spot LNG prices dip on tepid demand

2024-02-11 00:00:00

LONDON, Feb 10 (Reuters): Asian spot liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices dipped this week, remaining below $10 per million British thermal units (mmBtu) for the fourth week running, with a limited outlook for recovery due to tepid demand and strong...

State Minister for Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology Zunaid Ahmed Palak inaugurated the new model of

2024-02-11 00:00:00

NEW WALTON SMARTPHONE, SSD, CASHBACK OFFER LAUNCHEDState Minister for Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology Zunaid Ahmed Palak inaugurated the new model of Walton smartphone 'NexG N72', SSD storage device and cashback offer at Walton headquarters in Gazipur recently. Secretary of...

Rotaplast mission ends in Sylhet

2024-02-11 00:00:00

The closing ceremony of the 7th Rotaplast mission, partially sponsored by Chevron Bangladesh, was held in Sylhet recently, says a statement. As part of the mission, 69 patients, mostly children, living near Chevron Bangladesh-operated Jalalabad gas-plant, received free life-changing reconstructive...

Chairman of Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC Prof A K W Jayawardane, Deputy Chairman Sharhan Muhseen and Global Managing

2024-02-11 00:00:00

COMMERCIAL BANK OF CEYLON TEAM CALLS ON BB GOVERNOR Chairman of Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC Prof A K W Jayawardane, Deputy Chairman Sharhan Muhseen and Global Managing Director Sanath Manatunge, now on a visit to Bangladesh, paid a courtesy...

Hero beats Q3 profit view on festive demand

2024-02-11 00:00:00

BENGALURU, Feb 10 (Reuters): India's Hero MotoCorp reported a bigger-than-expected 51 per cent rise in third-quarter profit on Friday, helped by strong sales of its two-wheelers during the festive season, and declared its first special dividend in 2-1/2 years.The motorcycle...

Rupali Bank PLC organised the 'Business Conference-2024' with the participation of Chottagram Division's branch managers in

2024-02-11 00:00:00

RUPALI BANK HOLDS BUSINESS CONFERENCE IN CTGRupali Bank PLC organised the 'Business Conference-2024' with the participation of Chottagram Division's branch managers in Chottagram recently. Managing Director & CEO of the bank Mohammad Jahangir was present as the chief guest and...

Airlines explore alliance for integrated economic growth in South Asia

FE REPORT | 2024-02-11 00:00:00

Speakers at a seminar on Saturday emphasized the need for forging a regional alliance among the airlines and enhancing connectivity to foster integrated economic growth in South Asia.Improved air connectivity in the region would boost trade, commerce, and tourism, providing...

The 45th Annual General Meeting of Meghna Petroleum Limited was held on a digital platform on Saturday. Secretary at the Energy

2024-02-11 00:00:00

The 45th Annual General Meeting of Meghna Petroleum Limited was held on a digital platform on Saturday. Secretary at the Energy and Mineral Recourses Division and Chairman of the board of directors of the company Md Nurul Alam presided over...

Mercantile Bank donated 2,000 bags of fertilizer to 2,000 farmers in Begumganj, Noakhali on Friday from its special CSR

2024-02-11 00:00:00

Mercantile Bank donated 2,000 bags of fertilizer to 2,000 farmers in Begumganj, Noakhali on Friday from its special CSR fund. M. A. Khan Belal, director of the bank and chairman of Mercantile Bank Securities Ltd. handed over fertilizer bags to...

Investors to get the taste of deception, as energy policy tilts towards coal

Farhan Fardaus | 2024-02-11 00:00:00

Oil-fired power plants' downward trend in revenue and profit will only get worse in the years to come as the government has decided to rely more on cheaper coal and gas for electricity. A majority of the listed oil-based electricity...

Making university campuses safe

2024-02-11 00:00:00

The university campus, meant to be free from any form of violence, discrimination, injustice, or unlawful activities, has sadly become a breeding ground for heinous acts such as rape, sexual harassment, assault, abuse, and violence against women. It is deeply...

Finance graduates are not finding the right job

2024-02-11 00:00:00

Finance stands as a universally recognised and pivotal subject, with a substantial number of students graduating annually with finance majors in Bangladesh. Across many universities, finance programs extensively cover topics such as derivatives trading, forex trading, and options trading. Regrettably,...

Growing social media abuse and Zuckerberg's apology

Atiqul Kabir Tuhin | 2024-02-11 00:00:00

In a recent appearance before the US Congress, Mark Zuckerberg - CEO of Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp - apologised to parents of children who were victims of cyber bullying and sexual exploitation on his social...

Decline in trade poses challenge to growth

Asjadul Kibria | 2024-02-11 00:00:00

Global trade faced another setback last year, which is reflected in the decline in trade after two years, mainly due to a fall in trade in goods, although trade in services showed a better performance. Global trade has experienced negative...

Govt move to curb Ramadan price hike

2024-02-11 00:00:00

The holy month of Ramadan is one of special significance for Muslims. Although it is supposed to be a month of abstinence and one that is supposed to teach devotees to be kind to those less fortunate, the market for...

At the Ekushey Book Fair on Suhrawardy Udyan

2024-02-10 00:00:00

At the Ekushey Book Fair on Suhrawardy Udyan Friday, a woman peacefully reads a book while her child slumbers on her lap, capturing a heartwarming scene of literature and motherhood. — FE Photo by Shafiqul Alam

2 Mastercard, Visa card-fraud ring members held

2024-02-10 00:00:00

DHAKA, Feb 9 (UNB)--The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of Bangladesh Police claims to have arrested two members of a fraudulent ring that specialises in defrauding Mastercard and Visa cardholders by hacking into their accounts.The arrestees were identified as Md. Rabiul...