Central Desk
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bangladesh logs two Covid deaths
Bangladesh today logged two Covid-19 deaths while it recorded 220 coronavirus positive cases during the period.
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.
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.
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”.
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.
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.
Fuel prices to go up: Diesel Tk114 per litre, octane Tk135, petrol Tk130
The government has raised fuel prices, which will be effective from the wee hours of Saturday.
Miss Universe Harnaaz Sandhu Sued By Producer
Film producer Upasana Singh on Thursday moved a local court against Miss Universe Harnaaz Sandhu, accusing her of not honouring an agreement signed for the promotion of a Punjabi movie. Singh filed a civil suit in the Chandigarh district court, seeking damages for the alleged breach of contract by Sandhu, who played the lead in her Bai Ji Kuttangem.
China sanctions Pelosi over Taiwan visit
China's foreign ministry announced sanctions against US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Friday, after her visit to Taiwan this week prompted fury and shows of military force from Beijing, reports AFP.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi released from detention
Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi and his sister Priyanka were released by Delhi Police late on Friday evening, after over six hours of detention.