Dhaka: Leader of the Opposition Dr. Shafiqur Rahman on Thursday called for a visible drive to eradicate drugs and illegal arms from the country, describing them as serious concerns for the nation. ‘Drugs and illegal arms – we are very concerned about …
Netrakona: A day-long training workshop on “Environment-friendly Block Brick Production and House Construction Using Block Bricks for Masons” was held today at Advance Eco Bricks in Kendua upazila, organized by the District Environment Department. Twe…
Dhaka: Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Thursday assured the people that the government will gradually resolve the ongoing gas and electricity crisis, urging the opposition to present the actual situation to the people instead of resorting to provocat…
Dhaka: A continuing medical education (CME) programme on ‘Conditioning for Allogeneic Bone Marrow Transplantation’ and a hemato-oncology screening and consultation programme were held at Bangladesh Medical University (BMU) today, with experts stressin…
Ashulia: On the occasion of World Suicide Prevention Day, speakers emphasized the urgent need to strengthen public awareness on suicide prevention, ensure accessible and timely mental health services, and foster a compassionate and supportive environm…
Dhaka: As part of the ‘Nazrul Year’ celebrations, the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy is organizing the ‘Nazrul Dance Festival-2026’ on September 12 and 13. The two-day event, open to all, will be held at the National Music and Dance Centre of the acade…
Hong kong: Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir has called for reducing Bangladesh’s ‘over-reliance’ on ready-made garments in its export basket to Hong Kong, urging a push toward high-value, diversified products such as fresh fruits, jute, and …
Dhaka: Four more parliamentary standing committees were constituted today to complete the formation of all 50 parliamentary bodies of the current 13th Jatiya Sangsad. The newly established committees are related to the Ministry of Defense, the Ministr…
Dhaka: All 50 parliamentary committees of the current 13th Parliament have been formed following the constitution of four additional committees on Thursday. The newly established committees will oversee the Ministry of Defence, the Ministry of Power, …