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Humayra Sultana Appointed Biman’s New MD & CEO

Dhaka: The government today appointed Additional Secretary at the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism, Dr Humayra Sultana, as Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Biman Bangladesh Airlines Limited as an additional charge.

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Another Earthquake Jolts Bangladesh

Dhaka: An earthquake was felt again in Dhaka and other parts of the country on Tuesday night.

According to United News of Bangladesh, the quake measuring 5.9 on the Richter scale struck at around 9:34pm (Bangladesh time). The epicentre was located ne…

Bangladesh Finalises GCM Action Plan

Dhaka: Bangladesh has finalised its National Action Plan for the Global Compact for Migration (GCM), reaffirming its strong commitment to safe, orderly and regular migration and the protection of migrants’ rights.

According to Bangladesh Sangbad San…

Ansar Members to Perform Election Duties Without Fear

Khulna: Director General of Bangladesh Ansar and Village Defence Party (VDP) Major General Abdul Motaleb Sazzad Mahmud, PSC, today stated that Ansar and VDP members will execute their duties during the 13th National Parliamentary Election and referend…

UK Scholarships Strengthen Bangladesh Ties: Cooke

Dhaka: British High Commissioner to Bangladesh Sarah Cooke has said UK government-funded scholarships reflect the strong UK-Bangladesh partnership, as the British High Commission welcomed returning Chevening and Commonwealth scholars in Dhaka. “Our sc…

EC Alters BNCC Cadet Deployment Plan After BNP Raises Objections

Dhaka: The Election Commission (EC) has revised its initial plan regarding the deployment of Bangladesh National Cadet Corps (BNCC) cadets in the forthcoming 13th national parliamentary election and referendum. The adjustment limits their role to main…

RAB to Be Renamed as Special Intervention Force: Home Adviser

Dhaka: The government has decided to rename the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) as the Special Intervention Force (SIF). Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (retd) Jahangir Alam Chowdhury announced the decision following a meeting of the law-and-order core commi…

Holy Shab-e-Barat Being Observed with Religious Fervour

Dhaka: The holy Shab-e-Barat, the night of fortune, is being observed throughout the country tonight with due religious fervour and devotion. This significant occasion sees the participation of countless devotees engaging in various religious activiti…

Mango Buds Signal Arrival of Spring in Meherpur

Meherpur: The sweet fragrance of mango buds is filling the air across Meherpur, signaling the arrival of spring as mango orchards burst into early signs of life. Mango gardens across the district are now adorned with tender buds, their aroma mingling …