Archive | Dhaka Prokash

Russia shuts DW's Moscow bureau

Russia’s Foreign Ministry on Thursday announced that it is shutting down the Moscow office of German public broadcaster Deutsche Welle and withdrawing its staff’s accreditations, in retaliation for a German move against Russian state RT TV,

International | 04 February 2022, 09:21 pm, Friday

Evaly MD Mahbub wants to leave post after abusive remarks by customers

Protesting the move, they demanded the resignation of the High Court appointed chairman and MD of the e-commerce platform on social media where the customers and merchants left abusive comments.

National | 04 February 2022, 09:16 pm, Friday

Austria eyes greater economic relations with Bangladesh

Austria wants to become partner in Bangladesh’s development and build up economic relations with the country.

National | 04 February 2022, 07:37 pm, Friday

Jaqueline Fernandez poses with '365 Days' actor Michele Morrone

Jacqueline Fernandez and "365 Days" famous Italian actor Michele Morrone are collaborating for a music video titled "Mud Mud Ke".

Entertainment | 04 February 2022, 07:09 pm, Friday

BNP leaders disappointed over Khaleda’s recovery: Dr Hasan

BNP leaders are disappointed as Begum Zia has returned home after her recovery. Because doctors have poured water on their countrywide meetings and rallies, demanding that she be sent abroad (for treatment)

Politics | 04 February 2022, 06:48 pm, Friday

World leaders: Who’s coming, who isn’t to Beijing Winter Olympics

The United States announced a diplomatic boycott while allowing its athletes to compete.

Sports | 04 February 2022, 06:36 pm, Friday

30 more die of Covid, 9,052 fresh infections in 24hrs

Bangladesh reported 30 more Covid-19 deaths with 9,052 fresh cases in the past hours till Friday morning, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).

Health | 04 February 2022, 06:21 pm, Friday

Covid-19 hits Tigresses’ camp before leaving for maiden ODI WC

One cricketer and two support staff of the Bangladesh women’s cricket team have tested positive for Covid-19 just hours before the Tigresses were scheduled to leave for New Zealand for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup in March-April this year.

Sports | 03 February 2022, 09:19 pm, Thursday

Defamation case of Tk 21.5 crore for police harassment of expatriate in New York

The victim has filed a defamation suit against a Bangladeshi businessman seeking for two and a half million dollars (Tk 21 crore 52 lakh 50 thousand in Bangladeshi currency) for harassing an expatriate instrumentalist in a fake weapons case in New York.

National | 14 January 2023, 06:57 pm, Saturday

3 universities & 7 DU colleges to hold exams

All pre-scheduled examinations of National University, Islamic Arabic University, Open University and seven colleges affiliated to Dhaka University will be held, adhering to the mandatory Covid-safety protocols, officials have said today.

Education | 03 February 2022, 07:07 pm, Thursday

US forces launch raid in Syria, 13 killed

US special forces carried out what the Pentagon said was a large-scale counterterrorism raid in northwestern Syria early Thursday. First responders at the scene reported 13 people had been killed,

International | 03 February 2022, 07:02 pm, Thursday

Govt extends Covid-19 curbs till Feb 21

The Bangladesh government today extended the ongoing restrictions on movement and businesses till February 21 to contain the rise in Covid-19 infections.

National | 03 February 2022, 06:53 pm, Thursday

No possibility of expansion of US sanctions: Shahriar

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Md Shahriar Alam today said there is no possibility to expand the US sanctions beyond the existing individuals in Bangladesh,

National | 03 February 2022, 06:45 pm, Thursday

24 eminent citizens named for Ekushey Padak

The government has announced names of 24 eminent citizens for awarding the prestigious Ekushey Padak-2022, the country's second highest civilian award.

National | 03 February 2022, 06:38 pm, Thursday

33 die of Covid-19, fresh cases 11,596 in 24hrs

A total of 33 people died from Covid-19 and at least 11,596 new infections were recorded in 24 hours till 8:00am on Thursday, said a press release issued by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).

Health | 03 February 2022, 06:07 pm, Thursday

Army man, 3 terrorists killed in Bandarban shootout

A total of four people were killed, including an army person, and one was injured in a gunfight between members of Bangladesh Army and armed men on Wednesday night.

National | 03 February 2022, 02:56 pm, Thursday

LPG price increased by Tk 62 per 12-kg container

The price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) has been increased by Tk 62 to 1,240 from Tk 1,178 per 12-kg container with effect from 6:00pm Thursday (3 February) at the retail level, including the value added tax (VAT).