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Japanese Ambassador calls on DU VC

Ambassador of Japan Iwama Kiminori called on Dhaka University (DU) Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Niaz Ahmed Khan on Sunday (September 29) at the latter’s office of the university.

Government to sell essentials at fair prices in industrial areas from Oct 1

The interim government will begin selling essential goods at fair prices in industrial areas through the Trading Corporation of Bangladesh (TCB) starting October 1, Labour and Employment Adviser Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuiyan said on Sunday.

Govt dissolves committee formed over textbook revision

The Ministry of Education has dissolved the 10-member coordination committee formed to revise and amend all textbooks prepared and printed by the National Curriculum and Textbook Board (NCTB).

Govt mulls blue network using Dhaka's canals: Rizwana

Water Resources Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan today said the government plans to create a blue network using Dhaka's canals.

Government officials to be brought under NBR scrutiny for Illegal wealth accumulation

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) is taking preparations to put under its scanner the government officials suspected of accumulating illegal wealth and assets through corruption.

Invest in your young citizens, Prof Yunus urges global leaders

Paying tribute to the role of youth in his country, Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has urged the president global leaders at the UN General Assembly to invest in the potential of their own countries’ younger generations to shape a fairer, more equitable world.

FIFA suspends Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez for 2 matches in World Cup qualifying

Argentina's soccer association (AFA) said on Friday that FIFA suspended goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez for two matches of South American World Cup qualifying in October.

Water Development Board opens 44 gates of Teesta barrage as river swells

The Water Development Board opened all the 44 gates of Teesta Barrage as the water level of the River Teesta has increased due to onrush of upstream water and torrential rains, inundating the low-lying areas in Lalmonirhat district.

CA urges int'l community to help build new Bangladesh

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today urged the international community to continue and deepen engagements with Bangladesh to help meet its people's quest for democracy, rule of law, equality and prosperity so that it can emerge as a just and inclusive democratic society.

Primary teachers demand 10th grade, full promotions

The Primary Teacher Coordination Council has demanded the elevation of primary assistant teachers to the 10th grade and 100 per cent departmental promotions to address discrimination.

CA leaves NY for home

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today left here for home wrapping up his four-day USA visit to attend the 79th session of United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and other high level side events.

Lt Tanjim killing: RAB arrests one more accused from Cox's Bazar

Members of Rapid Action Battalion (RAB-15) arrested one more key suspect over the killing of Lt Tanjim Sarwar Nirjon of the Bangladesh Army.

Yunus, ICC discuss ways to file crimes against humanity case in July-Aug massacre

International Criminal Court (ICC) Chief Prosecutor Karim A.A. Khan has met Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus and shared their "common vision" to strengthen Bangladesh-ICC cooperation and ensure accountability for crimes committed against the Rohingya.

Accelerate steps against antimicrobial resistance: Adviser Fouzul Kabir urges int'l community

Adviser of the interim government, Fouzul Kabir Khan, has called upon the international community to accelerate their response against the antimicrobial resistance (AMR), as it is threatening to disrupt a century of progress in medicine.

US to help Bangladesh fight corruption, get back stolen money: Blinken

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken today said Washington would help Bangladesh government rebuild the country, offering support in Dhaka’s effort to fight corruption and get back stolen money.

Bangladesh, Nepal to boost economic ties

Bangladesh Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Wednesday called for increased trade and economic cooperation with Nepal. The Chief Adviser made the call when he met Prime Minister of Nepal, K.P. Sharma Oli on the sideline of the UN General Assembly at the UN Headquarters in New York. Energy co

Bangladesh to uphold human rights, freedom of speech

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Wednesday said his government is committed to upholding human rights and freedom of speech in the country.

‘Qawmi Madrasa: An Unfinished Publication’ available in market

Researcher Siddiqur Rahman Khan’s latest book ‘Qawmi Madrasa: An Unfinished Publication’ that addressed the dearth of well-researched and comprehensive resources on the education system and curriculum of Qawmi madrasas in Bangladesh is now available in the market.

DU seeks US assistance to build new dormitory for female students

Dhaka University (DU) Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Niaz Ahmed Khan yesterday sought financial support and cooperation from the United States of America (USA) to build a new residential hall for female students on the university campus.