Awami League govt destroyed our politics, economy: Fakhrul
Stating that the unusual hike in fuel prices has left people in the lurch, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Sunday said the Awami League government has destroyed our politics, economy and our potential. So it can’t be allowed to remain in power anymore,” he said.
Politics | 07 August 2022, 07:08 pm, Sunday
World Bank to provide $300 million to help Bangladesh’s pandemic response
Bangladesh and the World Bank on Sunday signed a $300 million financing agreement to help the country strengthen its local urban institutions to respond to and recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and improve preparedness to future shocks.
Economy | 07 August 2022, 06:52 pm, Sunday
Global situation forces govt to increase fuel price: Quader
Awami League (AL) General Secretary Obaidul Quader on Sunday said the government was compelled to increase fuel prices in the country due to the abnormal price hike in international market.
National | 07 August 2022, 06:49 pm, Sunday
Importers press for soybean oil price hike by Tk 20 per litre
The Bangladesh Vegetable Oil Refiners and Vegetable Manufacturers Association (BVORVMA), an association of owners of edible oil refining and marketing companies, has urged the government to hike prices of soybean oil by Tk 20 per litre.
National | 07 August 2022, 06:43 pm, Sunday
Mahmudullah, Tamim power Tigers to 290-9 in 2nd ODI
Mahmudullah Riyad hit an unbeaten 80 and skipper Tamim Iqbal struck a fluent 50 as Bangladesh compiled 290-9 in the second ODI of the three-match series against Zimbabwe at Harare Sports Club today.
Sports | 07 August 2022, 06:36 pm, Sunday
China to continue support to Bangladesh's development: Wang Yi
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Sunday said his country will continue its support to the development of Bangladesh, describing Dhaka as their “strategic development partner.”
National | 07 August 2022, 06:31 pm, Sunday
Dhaka-Beijing holds bilateral talks, signs 4 instruments
Dhaka and Beijing today signed four MoUs and agreements on different cooperation after visiting Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi held an hour-long bilateral meeting with his Bangladesh counterpart Dr AK Abdul Momen here.
National | 07 August 2022, 06:25 pm, Sunday
Govt increases bus fare by 16pc in Dhaka, 22pc in long route
The government today increased the fares of bus by 16 per cent in Dhaka city and 22 per cent in long routes following the price hike of fuel oil.
National | 06 August 2022, 10:08 pm, Saturday
Govt swallows poison by accepting IMF conditions: Menon
Bangladesh Workers Party President Rashed Khan Menon said that the government has swallowed poison by accepting the conditions given by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to increase the price of energy. He said, this poison will now spread in the body of economy, politics and society.
Politics | 06 August 2022, 10:07 pm, Saturday
Jagdeep Dhankhar elected India's next Vice-President
Former governor of the eastern Indian state of West Bengal, Jagdeep Dhankhar, was elected as the country's next Vice-President on Saturday.
International | 06 August 2022, 08:43 pm, Saturday
Fuel prices lower than neighbouring countries: Hasan
Even after the latest hike in fuel prices in Bangladesh it is equal to India and comparatively lower than the other neighbouring countries, said Information Minister Hasan Mahmud.
National | 06 August 2022, 08:36 pm, Saturday
US Assistant Secretary Sison arrives in Dhaka
US Assistant Secretary of State for International Organization Affairs Michele J. Sison arrived here on Saturday on a two-day visit as part of her tri-nation official tour.
National | 06 August 2022, 08:28 pm, Saturday
Govt rubs salt in wounds: BNP on fuel price hike
Slamming the government for raising the fuel prices to get IMF’s loan, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Saturday voiced concern that it will hit the common people hard as the prices of all essential items will go up further, reports UNB.
Politics | 06 August 2022, 08:20 pm, Saturday
Actress Anne Heche hospitalized after fiery car crash
US actress Anne Heche has been hospitalized in critical condition after crashing her car into a Los Angeles home, US media reported Friday, reports AFP.
Entertainment | 06 August 2022, 07:25 pm, Saturday
Bangladesh logs two Covid deaths
Bangladesh today logged two Covid-19 deaths while it recorded 220 coronavirus positive cases during the period.
Health | 06 August 2022, 07:14 pm, Saturday
Naim, Ebadot added to Bangladesh ODI squad
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) added opening batter Naim Sheikh and fast bowler Ebadot Hossain to the Bangladesh squad for the ongoing ODI series against Zimbabwe.
Sports | 06 August 2022, 07:11 pm, Saturday
Newly-appointed HC judges pay homage to Bangabandhu
Eleven newly-appointed additional judges of the High Court (HC) today paid homage to Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman by placing wreath at his portrait at 32 Dhanmondi here, Supreme Court Spokesperson Mohammad Saifur Rahman told BSS.
National | 06 August 2022, 07:03 pm, Saturday
Chinese FM Wang Yi arrives in Dhaka
State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi arrived here on Saturday afternoon to discuss bilateral, regional and global issues with Bangladesh leadership with a hope to “elevate” the relationship with Bangladesh to a “new level”.
National | 06 August 2022, 08:15 pm, Saturday
Oil prices drop in global markets
Global oil prices have dropped to their lowest levels since before Russia's February invasion of Ukraine, as traders fretted over the possibility of an economic recession later this year that could torpedo energy demand, reports Reuters.
Economy | 06 August 2022, 06:53 pm, Saturday
Brace for bus & ferry fare hike
With the government raising fuel prices effective Saturday -- one of the steepest hikes to date, the fuel consumption cost of the transport sector, for both road and river routes, is likely to go up by 13.16-19.18%. This is according to an analysis by the Energy and Mineral Resources Division.
National | 06 August 2022, 06:33 pm, Saturday