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Women Face Rising Cyber-Bullying: Murshid

Dhaka: Social Welfare and Women and Children Affairs Adviser Sharmeen Soneya Murshid today said women remain unsafe in cyberspace and are facing harassment at every step. “While girls once worried about eve-teasing on the streets, they are now more li…

Chattogram Seen as Strategic Economic Hub by Wuhu City Mayor

Chattogram: Xu Zhi, Mayor of Wuhu City in China’s Anhui province, has branded Chattogram as a strategic economic hub of Bangladesh with strong potential for industrial growth and foreign investment. During a discussion held at the Chattogram City Corp…

S. Korea Provides $5 Million to Support Rohingyas in Cox’s Bazar

Dhaka: South Korea has provided the International Organization for Migration (IOM) with USD 5 million to improve the living conditions for Rohingya in Cox’s Bazar. This contribution will provide critical assistance to more than 420,000 Rohingya refuge…

Fire in Korail Slum Brought Under Control After Five Hours

Dhaka: A fire that broke out in the Korail Slum in the capital’s Tejgaon area was brought under control after five hours of strenuous efforts, officials of the Fire Service and Civil Defence (FSCD) said.

According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, FSC…

Forex Reserves Stand at $31.10 Billion

Dhaka: Bangladesh’s foreign exchange reserves have stood at US$ 31.10 billion.

According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) methodology under the Balance of Payments and International Investment Position Manual (B…

Tanvir Spins Barishal to Second Victory in NCL

Cox’s bazar: Left-arm spinner Tanvir Islam claimed a seven-wicket haul as Barishal registered their second victory in the 27th National Cricket League (NCL), securing a six-wicket victory over Dhaka Division in their fifth round match at Cox’s Bazar C…