PM calls for participation in afforestation campaign
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Saturday formally launched a nationwide programme to plant 25 crore trees over the next five years, calling on citizens across...
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Bangladesh must compete harder to sustain exports: Khalilur
Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman today said Bangladesh must compete more fiercely to maintain and expand its export position amid slowing global growth, rising trade...
Chinese team to assess industrial potential in northern region
A Chinese delegation is expected to visit Bangladesh within the next two months to examine opportunities for industrial investment in the country’s northern region, a...
Dhaka ranks 5th among world’s most polluted cities
Dhaka ranked as the world’s fifth most polluted city on Friday morning, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) score of 117 at 9:30am. According to...
DNCC plans waste to energy power push
The Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) is moving to overhaul its waste management system through the introduction of modern technology, expanded infrastructure, and energy recovery...
Bangladesh embassy mourns Thai Princess’ death
The Bangladesh Embassy in Bangkok has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol, extending condolences to the Royal Family and the...
Govt prioritises science-based learning for students
The government is restructuring the national education curriculum to nurture innovation, scientific research and technology-based problem-solving skills among students, Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin...
BTCA flags policy concerns in tobacco budget
Public health advocates have raised concerns that the proposed national budget for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 could undermine Bangladesh’s long-term objective of becoming tobacco-free,...
Mobile court punishes three exam cheaters
A mobile court in Dhaka on Friday has sentenced three candidates for resorting to unfair means during the written examination for the post of Record...
Two held over brick attack on motorcyclist
Police have arrested two men over a planned attack on a motorcyclist in Dhaka’s Kafrul area, an incident that drew widespread attention after video footage...