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Grim search for six bodies in Baltimore bridge-ship collision continues

Emergency services combed the coldwaters of Baltimore harbor Wednesday in search of the bodies of six men -- all reported to be Latin American immigrants -- presumed killed when a giantcargo ship slammed into the bridge where they were working the night shift fixing potholes.

Death toll of Bangladeshis along border comes down: FM

Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud on Thursday said the use of non-lethal weapons has increased in recent days compared to the past, leading to a decrease in death toll along Bangladesh-India border.

Jill Biden writes children's book about 'First Feline' Willow

The Bidens' dogs grabbed headlines with their bad behavior, but "First Feline" Willow is getting a book all to herself.

Patients suffer as intern, trainee doctors’ strike on

The intern doctors and private postgraduate trainee physicians continued their indefinite work abstention on Wednesday, affecting health services across the country as the government was yet to meet their four-point demand, including payment of arrears and a hike in allowances.

Yunus Centre statement over UNESCO Award is misleading: Mohibul

Education Minister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury today called “misleading” and “deceitful” a Yunus Centre statement that claimed Professor Mohammmad Yunus has been conferred with a UNESCO Award saying it diminished the reputation of both the Nobel Laureate and Bangladesh.

DU admission test results of all units to be published Thursday

Admission test results of all units of Dhaka University’s undergraduate progamme of the academic year 2023-2024 will be published at 3.30pm on Thursday.

Dhaka’s air quality 2nd worst in the world today

Dhaka ranked second on the list of cities worldwide with the worst air quality, with an AQI score of 213 at 9:48 am, on Wednesday morning. Dhaka’s air was classified as ' very unhealthy' — posing serious health risks to residents, according to the air quality index.

Dhaka Metro Rail operations to continue past 9 pm from today

In a significant move to enhance late-night transportation options, the Dhaka Metro Rail has announced an extension of its operating hours. Starting today (March 27, 2024), the service will run an additional hour past its previous closing time, now concluding at 9:40 pm

Bhutanese King to visit Padma Bridge, Special Economic Zone in Araihazar today

Bhutanese King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck will visit the Padma Bridge today, an infrastructural feat constructed entirely through self-financing efforts of the Bangladesh government.

NSU celebrates ‘Independence and National Day’

North South University (NSU) marked the occasion of Independence and National Day with a discussion program with a view to honoring the spirit of freedom and sacrifice. The event, held on Tuesday (March 26), brought together esteemed guests, faculty members, officials, and students to reflect on Ban

BUP celebrates Independence and National Day

Bangladesh University of Professionals (BUP) celebrated the Independence and National Day with various programmes under the supervision of BUP Cultural Forum on Tuesday (26 March).

BSFMSTU Independence and National Day celebrated

Bangamata Sheikh Fojilatunnesa Mujib Science and Technology University (BSFMSTU) celebrated the Independence and National Day of Bangladesh through different programmes Tuesday (26 March).

Transcript of intercepted Pak wireless communications on March 25 black night

The Pakistani military equipped with tanks and all their infantry weapons suddenly launched a crackdown on sleeping unarmed civilians, populations of what they called their own country East Pakistan on the March 25, 1971 black night.

NSU remembers victims of 1971 genocide

North South University (NSU) solemnly gathered on Monday (March 25) to pay tribute to the martyrs who tragically lost their lives in the brutal massacre perpetrated by Pakistani invaders on March 25, 1971.

Bangladesh accords red carpet reception to Bhutanese king

Bhutanese King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck on Monday was accorded a red carpet reception on his arrival here on a four-day state visit to Bangladesh to attend a series of programmes including Independence Day celebrations.

Bangladesh, Bhutan sign 3 new MoUs, renew 1

Bangladesh and Bhutan today signed three new memorandum of understandings (MoUs) and renewed one to enhance mutual cooperation between the two neighbouring countries.

Prime minister to address the nation this evening

Prime minister Sheikh Hasina will address the nation on Monday evening, marking Independence Day and National Day 2024.

BMD predicts rain in five divisions of Bangladesh

Bangladesh Meteorological Department predicts rain or thundershower in parts of the country over 24 hours starting from 9:00am on Sunday.

Owner of hijacked vessel MV Abdullah doesn’t want armed operation

Owner of the Bangladeshi ship MV Abdullah that was hijacked by Somali pirates on March 12, does not support armed operation to free the ship and its crew