Dhaka: Preliminary findings from an icddr,b investigation have found no genetic evidence that the measles virus circulating in Bangladesh has escaped the protection provided by the existing vaccine. The preliminary findings also show that infants too …
Dhaka: Bangladesh witnessed a sharp decline in foreign assistance commitments in the 2025-26 fiscal year, while debt servicing on external loans increased significantly, according to provisional data released by the Economic Relations Division (ERD).
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Rajshahi: Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed announced today that the government has appointed a law firm to facilitate the return of former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Benazir Ahmed from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Bangladesh through legal ch…
Paikgacha: The 165th birth anniversary of the eminent scientist Acharya Prafulla Chandra Roy was celebrated today at his ancestral home in Raruli village of Paikgacha upazila with a day-long program. The celebration featured floral tributes, a documen…
Dhaka: A man was allegedly hacked to death by his younger brother over a family land dispute in Mirpur upazila of Kushtia on Saturday evening. The deceased was identified as Nur Islam, son of late Wahab Mondol of Thakurpara village under Bahalbaria Un…
Dhaka: The recommended assistant teachers, who began an indefinite sit-in at Shahbagh in the capital on Sunday morning, have called off their protest after the government unveiled a new schedule for their appointments.
According to United News of Ba…
Dhaka: Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed emphasized the government’s commitment to establishing a police force devoid of political influence, aiming to transform it into a symbol of public security and a true ally of the people. Addressing the graduation…
Dhaka: State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam on Sunday expressed optimism about the swift return of former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Benazir Ahmed to Bangladesh. She confirmed that the government is actively communicating with t…
Dhaka: Bangladesh has officially joined a Saudi-led alliance aimed at addressing challenges posed by the Houthi movement, marking a significant step in its strategic relationship with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Prime Minister’s Foreign Affairs…