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3 first-time women MPs become cabinet members

Staff Reporter : Following a landslide victory in the 13th national election, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has announced a 50-member cabinet, including three women — all newly elected Members of Parliament. Among them,...

Ramadan to begin today in Saudi

Arab News : The crescent moon signalling the start of Ramadan has been sighted in the Kingdom, Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court announced on Tuesday. Ramadan will therefore start on Wednesday, Feb. 18, and Muslims...

China, Pak, Japan greet PM Tarique Rahman

Diplomatic Correspondent : Chinese Premier Li Qiang, head of the State Council of China, on Tuesday sent a congratulatory message to Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on his inauguration as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh....

President oversees three govts in 3 yrs

New Desk : In an unusual episode in Bangladesh’s political history, President Mohammed Shahabuddin has become the first in the country to swear in three governments over just three years, marking a period of...

Government cuts VAT on LPG to stabilise market

Staff Reporter : The government has announced a reduction in the overall Value Added Tax (VAT) on Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) to stabilize the market and keep the essential commodity affordable for consumers. According...