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Dhaka Ranks Sixth in Global Air Pollution Levels

Dhaka:On Tuesday morning, Dhaka was identified as the sixth most polluted city in the world, recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) score of 162 at 1040 am.

According to United News of Bangladesh, the AQI score classifies Dhaka’s air quality as ‘unhea…

BTCA Urges Rejection of Tobacco Companies’ Support in Bangladesh

Dhaka:The Bangladesh Tobacco Control Advocates (BTCA) has called on government institutions, as well as social, voluntary, and environmental organizations, to refuse any form of support from tobacco companies. This includes trees, financial assistance…

BNP’s Gayeshwar Chandra Roy Vows Legal Action Against Saboteurs

Dhaka:BNP Standing Committee Member Gayeshwar Chandra Roy announced on Tuesday that individuals involved in sabotage aimed at destabilizing the country will face legal consequences, dismissing the prospect of street confrontations under the guise of p…

Bangladesh to Establish AI Training Centers in Sylhet

Sylhet:Dhaka The government of Bangladesh plans to establish its first artificial intelligence (AI) training centers in Sylhet to equip young people with skills for AI and IT-related work, as announced by Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir.

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Southeast Bank to Raise Tk 800 Crore Through Subordinated Bond

Dhaka:According to United News of Bangladesh, Southeast Bank PLC plans to raise Tk 800 crore by issuing its ‘Southeast Bank 6th Subordinated Bond’. This decision received approval during the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission’s 1,031st meet…

Crude Bombs Explode in Chapainawabganj House, Triggering Panic

Chapainawabganj:A series of explosions occurred when 10 to 15 crude bombs, reportedly buried underground, detonated at a house in Noyrashia village in Chapainawabganj Sadar upazila on Sunday night.

According to United News of Bangladesh, the bombs e…

BSEC Approves Tk 3,500 Crore Bonds for Five Banks

Dhaka:The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) has approved proposals from five commercial banks to raise a total of Tk 3,500 crore through bond issues, aimed at reinforcing their capital base.

According to United News of Bangladesh,…