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2023-11-27 00:00:00

Weather may remain dry with temporary partly cloudy sky over the country in the next 24 hours from 06:00 am today (Monday), according to the Met Office.Night and day temperature may remain nearly unchanged over the countryThe highest temperature in...

Students of the city's Milestone College along with their teachers exulting

2023-11-27 00:00:00

Students of the city's Milestone College along with their teachers exulting at their success by flashing 'victory' sign soon after the results of this year's (2023) Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent examinations on Sunday

Enacting mediation law stressed

FE REPORT | 2023-11-27 00:00:00

Former Chief Justice of the Jammu and Kashmir High Court in India, Justice Gita Mittal, emphasized the necessity of implementing a distinct mediation law in Bangladesh. She highlighted that countries like India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka have already established mediation...

SC asks ex-Tangail mayor to surrender in 48 hours

FE REPORT | 2023-11-27 00:00:00

The High Court on Sunday recalled an order that granted bail to former Tangail Mayor Shahidur Rahman Khan Mukti in a murder case filed over the killing of Faruk Ahmed, a freedom fighter and Tangail district Awami League leader. It...

TIB expresses concern over unfavourable political indicators

FE REPORT | 2023-11-27 00:00:00

Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has expressed concern over the conflicting political situation in the country, saying it would ultimately undermine the people's interest.It also said the election commission on one hand has failed to exhibit a responsible role and, on...

Dhaka division tops microcredit chart

SAJIBUR RAHMAN | 2023-11-27 00:00:00

The disbursement of microloans in the microfinance sector shows the highest concentration in the Dhaka Division compared to any of the other divisions.According to data from the Microcredit Regulatory Authority (MRA), microfinance institutions in the Dhaka division disbursed Tk 427...

Country stands on the edge of deep ditch: Debapriya

2023-11-27 00:00:00

Bangladesh's three big challenges in the fields of economy, international relations, and politics are likely to get deeper, Dr. Debapriya Bhattacharya, distinguished fellow of the Centre for Policy Dialogue, has said."Bangladesh today stands on the edge of a deep ditch,"...

Mohan Mia's death anniv

2023-11-27 00:00:00

The 53rd death anniversary of Yusuf Ali Chowdhury, a philanthropist and social activist, was Sunday (November 26), says a press statement.Yusuf Ali Chowhdury, popularly known as Mohan Mia, was born in an aristocratic 'zamindar' family of Faridpur. He was known...

Admiral M Nazmul Hassan handing over 'Sword of Honour' to the best Midshipman Farhan Ali

2023-11-27 00:00:00

Chief of Naval Staff Admiral M Nazmul Hassan handing over 'Sword of Honour' to the best Midshipman Farhan Ali (X) for obtaining highest standard in all fields of the Midshipman 2021/A batch during the winter President Parade of the passing-out...

Shaheed Dr Milon Day today -

2023-11-27 00:00:00

Shaheed Dr Milon Day will be observed across the country today (Monday) marking the 33rd martyrdom anniversary of Dr Shamsul Alam Khan Milon, the then joint secretary general of Bangladesh Medical Association (BMA), reports BSS.Dr Milon was killed by the...

BNP leader Dhali on remand

2023-11-27 00:00:00

A Dhaka court has placed Ataur Rahaman Dhali, advisor to BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia, on a three-day remand in a case lodged over arson attack in city's Mohammadpur area on October 29, reports BSS.Dhaka Metropolitan Magistrate Nurul Huda Chowdhury passed...

Govt using state machinery to draw some opposition leaders to polls: Rizvi

FE REPORT | 2023-11-27 00:00:00

The government is using the state machinery for making some opposition leaders agree to participate in the upcoming national election, said Senior Joint Secretary General of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Ruhul Kabir Rizvi. He was addressing a rally on Kamal...

Obaidul Quader announces the names of the party candidates for 298 constituencies

2023-11-27 00:00:00

Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader announces the names of the party candidates for 298 constituencies for the 12th national election at a press briefing at the AL central office on Bangabandhu Avenue in the city on Sunday — Focus...

People reject BNP’s blockade prog

2023-11-27 00:00:00

Information and Broadcasting Minister Dr Hasan Mahmud has said addicts have taken lead role of BNP's movement as the party has hired addicted youths to execute their so-called anti government movement, reports BSS.Addicted youths and BNP activists are carrying out...

Could it benefit from hosting COP28?

2023-11-27 00:00:00

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Nov 26 (AP): In a city known for its excesses, whether reaching toward the sky with the world's tallest building or hard partying at its beach resorts and bars, Dubai has pulled off another record-breaking feat...

Election schedule can be changed if BNP joins: CEC

2023-11-27 00:00:00

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Kazi Habibul Awal today said the national election schedule can be changed, if BNP decides to join it, but it doesn't mean deferring the polling date, reports BSS."Our commissioners opined that if BNP joins the election,...

AL picks Shakib for Magura-1, actor Ferdous for Dhaka-10

2023-11-27 00:00:00

The Awami League has named Bangladesh cricket superstar Shakib Al Hasan as its candidate for the Magura-1 parliamentary seat in the upcoming national elections, reports bdnews24.com.Dhallywood actor Ferdous Ahmed is set to contest the elections from Dhaka-10 under the ruling...

Three more die, 971 hospitalised

2023-11-27 00:00:00

Three more deaths were reported from dengue in 24 hours till Sunday morning, raising the fatalities from the mosquito-borne disease in Bangladesh to 1,598 this year, reports UNB.During the period, 971 more patients were hospitalised with the viral fever, according...

39 more Palestinians, 13 Israelis listed for release

2023-11-27 00:00:00

CAIRO, Nov 26 (AFP): Egypt has received the lists of 13 Israeli hostages who were due to be freed on Sunday in exchange for the release of 39 Palestinian prisoners, an official said.Diaa Rashwan, who heads the State Information Services,...

Gas reserves found in Sylhet

2023-11-27 00:00:00

New structure of gas was found at well No-10 of the Sylhet Gas field from which about 18 million cubic feet of gas per day (MMCFD) are likely to be produced, reports UNB.State Minister for power, Energy and Mineral Resources...

Internet subscribers decline in October

ISMAIL HOSSAIN | 2023-11-27 00:00:00

The number of internet subscribers in the country declined to 119.41 million in October from 119.77 million in September this year.The total internet users, including 12.49 million ISP and PSTN subscribers, also fell to 131.89 million in October from 132.26...

Bus set afire at Jatrabari

FE DESK | 2023-11-27 00:00:00

The first day of the 48-hour blockade passed off amid processions and arson.Miscreants set fire to a bus of "Moumita Paribahan" under Mayor Mohammad Hanif Flyover in Kajla area of Jatrabari of the city on Sunday evening.The bus came under...

Japan seeks faster fund flow to expedite project execution in BD

FE REPORT | 2023-11-27 00:00:00

Japan has moved to lessen procedural delays in channelling funds to Bangladesh to expedite project implementation, officials said.The initiative has been taken as complex procedures for opening bank accounts have been causing delays in sending funds for project implementation.The Embassy...

Gold prices at record high of Tk 108,125 per bhori

FE Report | 2023-11-27 00:00:00

With the previous rise just around one week ago, gold prices have surged again by Tk 1,749 per bhori to reach a record high of Tk 1,08,125. The Bangladesh Jewellers' Association (Bajus) announced the new price hike in a statement...

HSC pass rate slips to 78.64pc, number of GPA-5 falls by 50pc

2023-11-27 00:00:00

The combined pass rate - across 11 education boards - of the HSC and equivalent exams dropped to 78.64 per cent in 2023 from 85.95 per cent a year earlier, report agencies. This marks a 7.31 per cent drop compared...

AL won't tolerate outside whipping to stay in power

2023-11-27 00:00:00

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Sunday said Awami League did not want to cling to power by appeasing anyone outside the country as the people are its strength."We have no other guardian other than the people of the country. Being...

Prayer Timings (2023-11-27)

2023-11-27 00:00:00

69 MPs fail to get party ticket

2023-11-27 00:00:00

The ruling Awami League has unveiled its lineup of nominees for the upcoming 12th national elections, dropping many incumbents, report agencies.As many as 69 ruling party lawmakers failed to get AL ticket to the election slated for January 7 next....

Minimum wage kept unchanged at Tk 12,500

FE REPORT | 2023-11-27 00:00:00

Minimum monthly wage for garment workers finally stays unchanged at Tk 12,500 despite disputes and violent agitations for a further hike matching with high inflation. The government-formed wage board for the main export industry of Bangladesh Sunday signed and sealed...

Bangladesh, India agree to conclude CEPA process

MIR MOSTAFIZUR RAHAMAN | 2023-11-27 00:00:00

Bangladesh and India agree to wrap up negotiations on a much-vaunted comprehensive partnership forum by 2026, trying to give their close cooperation a further fillip. The issue of striking the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) came into focus at the...