VC shake-up hits public universities
The government has appointed new vice-chancellors (VCs) to seven public universities, including Dhaka University (DU), in a major reshuffle carried out in a single day....
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War on Iran would end in just four days
The United States government had told Turkey through official channels that the war on Iran would only take four days, Asli Aydintasbas, a Washington-based Turkey...
Skills gap looms as education budget falls
Public expenditure on education in Bangladesh has dropped to around 1.7 per cent of GDP, significantly below international recommendations, raising concerns about the country’s future...
Top police posts see major overhaul
The government on Monday carried out a significant reshuffle in the top ranks of the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) and Bangladesh Police, reassigning eight senior...
No bank counters, new notes sold costlier on footpaths
Fresh taka notes traditionally bring extra joy to Eid celebrations, particularly for children and younger family members. Distributing crisp notes among relatives is a cherished...
Israel's Retaliation of Iran War: Eid Prayers ban at Al-Aqsa
As the holy festival of Muslims’ Eid al-Fitr approaches, there is no good news for Palestinians. Israel has decided to keep the Al-Aqsa Mosque in...
Tourist visa to India resumes soon
India is continuing its efforts to restore tourist visa services for Bangladeshi citizens, the Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma said on Monday. Speaking to reporters...
‘N’ganj Dist Council to become people-friendly insttn’
Newly appointed administrator Professor Mamun Mahmud has pledged to transform the Narayanganj District Council into a more effective and visible institution for the public. He...
Farmers worried about haor protection dam cracks
After a long drought, Sylhet finally received several rains this week. Although the rains brought relief to public life, cracks and landslides have occurred in...
LDC Graduation: Bangladesh seeks support at WTO ministerial to defer
Bangladesh plans to use next week’s 14th World Trade Organization (WTO) ministerial conference in Cameroon to seek international support for deferring its graduation from the...