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UNDP keen to boost institutional capacity in Bangladesh's education sector

Stefan Liller, the Resident Representative of UNDP in Bangladesh, has expressed the organisation’s commitment to enhancing the institutional capacity of educational institutions in the Chittagong Hill Tracts and other remote areas of Bangladesh.

Sales of sacrificial animals begin tomorrow at 22 cattle markets in capital

Sales of sacrificial animals at 22 cattle markets including two permanent haats in the capital will start tomorrow, five days before the second largest religious festival of the Muslim community, said officials concerned.

World should act urgently on water, climate, cryosphere: Saber

Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury has emphasised the urgent need to transition from mere words and pledges to tangible actions and delivery on water, climate change, and cryosphere preservation.

‘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.

Lieutenant General Waker-Uz-Zaman appointed Bangladesh Army Chief

Lieutenant General Waker-Uz-Zaman has been appointed as the new Army Chief of Bangladesh, effective June 23, 2024. With this appointment, he will be promoted to the rank of General, as confirmed by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Tuesday. His tenure as Army Chief will last for three ye

‘Byatikram Education Conclave’ in Bangladesh

Byatikram MASDO, a prominent socio-cultural organization based in Assam, successfully concluded the inaugural ‘Byatikram Education Conclave’ at the Dhaka Club in the capital on Monday (June 10).

National Career Carnival kicks off at Bangladesh Agricultural University

The Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) Career Club organised a two-day "National Career Carnival 2024" at BAU’s Shilpacharya Zainul Abedin Auditorium on Friday.

RMP to sensitize school students against social crimes

Rajshahi Metropolitan Police (RMP) has launched a school visiting programme everywhere in the metropolis with the main thrust of sensitizing the students and teachers against various forms of social crimes.

6-point movement was turning point in country's independence struggle: Quder

Awami League (AL) General Secretary Obaidul Quader today recalled the consequences of the six-point demand and said those who have no respect for this historic event, they never believe in the country's independence.

PM Hasina to attend Modi's swearing-in ceremony in New Delhi on Saturday

At the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is scheduled to leave Dhaka for New Delhi on Friday (June 7) to attend his swearing-in ceremony as the Prime Minister of India for the third term. PM's speechwriter, M Nazrul Islam, today confirmed her joining in the s

‘Qawmi Madrasa: An Unfinished Publication’ available in market

An Israeli strike on a Gaza school that the military claims was being used by Hamas kills 30 people

An Israeli strike early Thursday on a school-turned-shelter in central Gaza that the military claimed was being used as a Hamas compound killed at least 30 people, including five children, according to local health officials.

CUET faculty member accused of drinking alcohol in student hall

A lecturer at the Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology (CUET) has been accused of drinking alcohol in the students' hall

GD filed over missing mark sheets from Ctg Education Board

A general diary (GD) has been lodged at Panchlaish Police Station over the reported missing of two mark sheets from the trunk of Chattogram Education Board.

Coaching centres to remain shut from June 29 to Aug 11

The Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and its equivalent exams will begin on June 30, said Education Minister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury on Wednesday.

NSU ranks as top private university in Bangladesh

North South University (NSU) is placed within the 901-950 band in the QS World University Rankings 2025, revealed on Tuesday. This is the top position among all private universities in Bangladesh.

Dhaka University best in Bangladesh: QS Rankings

Dhaka University (DU) has topped the list of best universities in Bangladesh according to the QS World University Rankings 2025 released earlier today. DU ranked 554th globally which is also its best ever position in the QS World University Rankings.

Chinese university develops six-legged guide robot for blind people

A research team from China's Shanghai Jiao Tong University has developed a six-legged guide robot for visually impaired people that is expected to address the country's shortage of real guide dogs.

Sri Lanka closes schools as floods and mudslides leave 10 dead and 6 others missing

Sri Lanka closed schools on Monday as heavy rain triggered floods and mudslides in many parts of the island nation, leaving at least 10 people dead and six others missing, officials said.