Omera Renewable Energy Limited, a subsidiary of East Coast Group Company, signed an agreement with Beximco Group, a leading business conglomerate in Bangladesh, on Wednesday to install a 9.23 MW Grid-Tied Rooftop Solar System at Beximco Industrial Park, Gazipur, reports...
BADC holds seminar on Minor Irrigation SurveyBangladesh Agricultural Development Corporation (BADC) organised a seminar on 'Study for the assessment of the effectiveness of rubber dams in Bangladesh and Minor Irrigation Survey 2023-24' at the auditorium of its Shech Bhaban in...
NEW YORK, July 03 (Reuters): Some elected Democrats loyal to President Joe Biden raised fresh questions on Tuesday about his 2024 re-election bid, with one calling for him to step aside, a shift after many defended him in the wake...
LONDON, July 03 (AP): Rishi Sunak has covered thousands of miles in the past few weeks, but he hasn't outrun the expectation that his time as Britain's prime minister is in its final hours.United Kingdom voters will cast ballots in...
NEW YORK, July 03 (Reuters/AFP): A dozen former US government officials who quit over US support for Israel's war in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday accused President Joe Biden's administration of "undeniable complicity" in the killing of Palestinians in the...
Syed Badrul Ahsan | 2024-07-04 00:00:00
This past week has been rather good for Donald Trump. By performing badly in the debate organised by CNN, President Joe Biden convinced many around America why he might not be the best man to be in the White House...
In all countries, there are always accomplices behind thefts, both big and small. The guard helps the thief who crosses the line. Instead of warning the householder, the guard informs the thief which door will be easier to enter and...
The Universal Pension Scheme, with its noble goal of providing every citizen with life-saving post-retirement pension allowances, is a commendable government initiative. However, the recent implementation of the Prottoy Scheme-a programme for employees of state-owned, autonomous, and equivalent institutions, including...
Mir Mostafizur Rahaman | 2024-07-04 00:00:00
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is scheduled to visit China from July 8 to 11.After her assumption of power for the fourth consecutive term, this will be her second bilateral visit. She has just ended her visit to India in the...
Atiqul Kabir Tuhin | 2024-07-04 00:00:00
Ceramic products have undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years. Once viewed as a luxurious addition to a home or building, they have become a must-have for many consumers. This shift is driven by a growing appreciation for the unique...
After a period of two years marked by sluggishness, the inflow of remittance has finally rebounded, offering a glimmer of hope for the economy. This is undoubtedly positive development at a time when the economy is under pressure due to...
LUCKNOW, July 02 (AFP): At least 107 people were crushed to death at a Hindu religious gathering in northern India on Tuesday, with many others injured, a senior government official said.A large crowd had gathered near the city of Hathras...
FE REPORT | 2024-07-03 00:00:00
The government wants to increase the volume of export earnings to $100 billion in the next three fiscal years.State minister for commerce Ahasanul Islam Titu disclosed the plan at the 146th meeting of the Board of Directors of the Export...
FE REPORT | 2024-07-03 00:00:00
The Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) on Tuesday raised the price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) by Tk 3.0 to Tk 1,366 for a 12-kg cylinder for July trading.The BERC last month had slashed the price by 2.15 per cent...
FE REPORT | 2024-07-03 00:00:00
The anti-graft watchdog has served separate notices to former police chief Benazir Ahmed and NBR official Matiur Rahman and some family members seeking details about their assets within 21 working days.This notice is part of an ongoing enquiry into the...
DU CORRESPONDENT | 2024-07-03 00:00:00
Students of Dhaka University (DU) again took to streets on Tuesday against a High Court verdict reinstating quota in government jobs. They blockaded the road at Shahbag in the city on the day. The students brought out a procession from...
OUR CORRESPONDENT | 2024-07-03 00:00:00
SYLHET, July 02: Heavy downpour and upstream water have triggered floods in Sylhet and Sunamganj regions again, leaving many low-lying areas submerged and hundreds of people marooned.Sources said rain had been taking place since Monday in Sylhet region and upstream...
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Tuesday asked all concerned, including civil administration, to take necessary preparation in advance to face probable floods in the country.The premier gave the directive while chairing the 1st meeting of the Executive Committee of the...
FE REPORT | 2024-07-03 00:00:00
A must-do court order comes for the government to strictly enforce the legal provisions for submission and disclosure of statements on property of civil servants and their family members, on the heels of serial wealth scams.In its directive issued Tuesday,...
FE REPORT | 2024-07-03 00:00:00
Bangladesh runs past forex-reserves risks as its gross dollar stock stood at US$26.81 billion by official count, as of June 30, after a prolonged slide since the middle of 2022. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) accounting method called...
JUBAIR HASAN | 2024-07-03 00:00:00
Non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs) still follow SMART-driven interest regime although the central bank abolished the reference rate almost two months ago, for a communication gap. However, the commercial banks have come out of the SMART regime soon after the decision...
FE REPORT | 2024-07-03 00:00:00
With public university teachers continuing work abstention for the second consecutive day on Tuesday demanding their exclusion from the "Prottoy" scheme under the Universal Pension Scheme, the pension authority on Tuesday issued some clarifications apparently to calm the agitating teachers.The...
FE REPORT | 2024-07-03 00:00:00
The "Payment and Settlement System Bill, 2024" was passed in parliament on Tuesday, aiming to bring bank and non-bank payment services under a legal framework.During the discussion on the bill, the opposition and independent lawmakers opined that the banking system...
REZAUL KARIM | 2024-07-03 00:00:00
Bangladesh is set to make feasibility check on potential Indian ports for rerouting exports to third countries in a change of traditional entrepots, with bilateral connectivity moves now getting in high gear.A high-powered team will visit India between 06 and...
Light to moderate rain/thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely to occur at most places over Rangpur, Rajshahi, Dhaka, Mymensingh, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram and Sylhet divisions in the next 24 hours from 06:00 am today (Wednesday), according to...
American International University, Bangladesh (AIUB) Board of Trustees Founder Member and Vice Chairman Nadia Anwar inaugurating AIUB Architecture Week 2024 in the university campus recently. Institute of Architects (IAB) Former President Jalal Ahmed, and AIUB Department of Architecture Head Arefeen...
One more death was reported from dengue in 24 hours until Tuesday morning, raising the number of fatalities from the mosquito-borne disease in Bangladesh to 46 this year, reports UNB.During the period, 49 more patients were hospitalised with viral fever,...
Rabindra University, Bangladesh Vice Chancellor Professor Dr Md Shah Azam presiding over the university's first senate meeting at the Academic Building- 3 in Shahjadpur, Sirajganj recently. — Press Release
Our CorrespondentCHATTOGRAM, July 02: The Bangladesh Environmental Lawyers Association (BELA) has issued a formal notice to halt all construction activities involving hill cutting in Jamalkhan Askardighi area under Kotwali thana in the port-city.The notice, demanding justice, has been sent to...
SM Najmus SakibFashion industries in Dhaka and adjacent textile hubs are leaking microfibres into waterways and the environment, according to a new study that finds treatment plants are ineffective at removing the pollutant.This leakage poses a greater risk to the...
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