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Govt. Approves Re-Fixed Levelized Tariffs for Seven Power Plants

Dhaka: The government today approved re-fixed levelized power tariffs to ensure sustainable operations for seven power plants in the country. This decision was made during the 47th meeting of the Advisers Council Committee on Government Purchase, whic…

Accused in Ripu Murder Case Arrested in Ctg

Chattogram: Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) today arrested a fugitive accused in the Ripu Akhtar murder case from Banshkhali upazila. The arrested individual, Md. Muktar Hossain, 40, is the son of late Azam Ullah and hails from North Jaldi village of Ban…

Biggest Dutch Shipbuilder Faces Court Over Russia Sanctions

Gorinchem: A trial commenced on Monday against prominent Dutch shipbuilder Damen Shipyards, suspected of violating sanctions imposed on Russia following its invasion of Ukraine. The company, headquartered near the port of Rotterdam, faces accusations …

Two Brothers Sentenced to Death in Jashore for Cousin’s Murder

Jashore: A court here today sentenced two brothers, Osman Gani and Ali Hossain, to death for the murder of their cousin in Jhikargachha upazila of the district in 2023. The verdict was delivered by Additional District and Sessions Judge Jewel Adhikari…

Police, Fortis Derby End Goalless

Dhaka: Bangladesh Police Football Club split point with Fortis Football Club when their match ended in a tame goalless draw in the Bangladesh Football League that resumed after a thirty-three day recess today. Held at Bashudhara Kings arena in the cap…

UN’s Role in Multilateralism Vital for Nepal, Bangladesh: Envoy

Dhaka: Nepalese Ambassador in Dhaka Ghanashyam Bhandari today emphasized the United Nations’ crucial role in strengthening multilateralism, which he believes is very important for countries like Nepal and Bangladesh to navigate their common challenges…

31.5% Growth in Remittance Inflow Until November 23

Dhaka: Inflow of remittances witnessed a year-on-year growth of 31.5 percent, reaching US$2,271 million in the 23 days of November, according to the latest data of Bangladesh Bank (BB) issued today. Last year, during the same period, the country’s rem…