Awami League continues struggle to institutionalise democracy: Quader
Awami League (AL) General Secretary Obaidul Quader on Thursday said the ruling party, led by its President Sheikh Hasina, continues its struggle to give the country's democracy an institutional shape.
Politics | 10 November 2022, 08:20 pm, Thursday
Iran warns Saudi Arabia its patience has limits
Iran has warned its neighbours, including Saudi Arabia, that it will retaliate against moves to destabilise it at a time of daily protests sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini, reports AFP.
International | 10 November 2022, 07:59 pm, Thursday
England thrash India by 10 wickets to book place in final against Pakistan
Alex Hales and Jos Buttler hammered brilliant unbeaten half-centuries as England crushed India by 10 wickets on Thursday to set up a Twenty20 World Cup final with Pakistan, reports AFP.
Sports | 10 November 2022, 08:07 pm, Thursday
Dengue claims five more lives, 888 hospitalized in 24 hrs
Five dengue patients died and 888 patients were admitted to different hospitals across the country during the past 24 hours till Thursday morning.
Health | 10 November 2022, 08:55 pm, Thursday
PM urges EU steps to stop Russia-Ukraine war
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Thursday urged the European Union (EU) leaders to take measures to end the Russia-Ukraine war as the entire world has been suffering from it.
National | 10 November 2022, 07:31 pm, Thursday
Soroj Mehedi made brand ambassador of MEDCOM-2023
University teacher, researcher and young literary persona Soroj Mehedi (Md Mahady Hasan) has been elected the brand ambassador to the 8th World Conference on Media and Mass Communication (MEDCOM-2023).
Campus | 11 November 2022, 12:15 am, Friday
Man detained after throwing eggs at King Charles, Camilla
A protester was arrested Wednesday after hurling eggs and vitriol at King Charles III and Camilla, the queen consort, as they walked in the northern England city of York, reports AP.
International | 09 November 2022, 09:31 pm, Wednesday
Midterms offer Biden hope in defeat
Joe Biden's Democrats seem to have escaped a feared drubbing in Tuesday's midterm elections, but it remains to be seen whether that will revive the US president's flagging fortunes until 2024 -- or beyond, reports AFP.
International | 09 November 2022, 09:10 pm, Wednesday
UN expert urges Bangladesh to step up efforts to prevent trafficking
UN Special Rapporteur on trafficking in persons Siobhan Mullally has called for greater accountability and said urgent action is necessary to prevent trafficking, and ensure assistance and protection without discrimination.
National | 09 November 2022, 09:09 pm, Wednesday
Jubo League to hold youth grand rally on Friday
Awami Jubo League will arrange a youth grand rally at historic Suhrawardy Udyan here on November 11 on its golden jubilee as Awami League (AL) President and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will be present as the chief guest.
Politics | 09 November 2022, 08:55 pm, Wednesday
All foreign travel using public money suspended
The government today suspended foreign travel of all officers and employees of state-owned organisations at their institutions' expenses.
National | 09 November 2022, 09:15 pm, Wednesday
Dengue claims five more lives, 796 patients hospitalized in 24 hrs
Five dengue patients died and 796 patients were admitted to different hospitals across the country during the past 24 hours till Wednesday morning.
Health | 09 November 2022, 08:46 pm, Wednesday
Jamuna Bank opens Chitalmari Sub-Branch in Bagerhat
With the conviction of up-to-date modern banking services, Jamuna Bank inaugurated its ‘Chitalmari Sub-Branch’ under Gopalgonj Branch at Bagerhat district.
Economy | 09 November 2022, 08:42 pm, Wednesday
Arrest, harassment continue to foil anti-government rally in Faridpur: BNP
BNP Vice Chairman Dr AZM Zahid Hossain on Wednesday accused police of harassing party members and their families ahead of their anti-government protest in Faridpur on Saturday.
Politics | 09 November 2022, 08:42 pm, Wednesday
Mahila Dal leader Sultana sent to jail on expiry of remand
A Dhaka court on Wednesday sent general secretary of Jatiyatabadi Mahila Dal Sultana Ahmed to jail after expiry of her two-day remand in a case filed under the Digital Security Act (DSA), on charges of making derogatory remarks about the prime minister.
Politics | 09 November 2022, 08:39 pm, Wednesday
IMF agrees to provide $4.5b loan for Bangladesh
The government and visiting team of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have reached a staff-level agreement to support Bangladesh's reform policies under a new 42-month ECF/EFF arrangement of about US$3.2 billion, and a concurrent RSF arrangement of about $1.3 billion.
Economy | 09 November 2022, 08:24 pm, Wednesday
Bangladesh will take IMF loan, but not under hard conditions: Quader
Bangladesh's Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader said on Wednesday that the government will take loans from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), but will not accept any hard conditions, reports UNB.
Politics | 09 November 2022, 08:21 pm, Wednesday
Knocking out New Zealand, Pakistan moves to final
Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan found their form when it mattered most as Pakistan reached the final of the T20 World Cup for the third time, crushing New Zealand by 7 wickets in the first semifinal at Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) here today, reports AFP.
Sports | 09 November 2022, 07:18 pm, Wednesday
3-day debate competition begins at IUB Thursday
As an airy breeze fills the atmosphere, hearts and minds of young debaters are now filled with cheers. Independent University, Bangladesh is ready to host 19th Pre-Worlds 2022, a signature event of Bangladesh Debating Council.
Campus | 10 November 2022, 05:58 pm, Thursday
Jimmy Kimmel to return as Oscars host
Late-night comedian Jimmy Kimmel will host the Oscars for a third time, organizers said Monday, as Hollywood's biggest award show tries to leave behind the controversy still swirling around its most recent edition, reports AFP.
Entertainment | 08 November 2022, 09:36 pm, Tuesday