Central Desk
PM seeks Japanese investment in Bangladesh
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Sunday urged the Japanese businessmen to make larger investment in Bangladesh.
European Parliament vice-president taken into custody
Police in Belgium have arrested Greek socialist MEP Eva Kaili, one of 14 European Parliament vice-presidents, in connection with an investigation into criminal organization, corruption, and money laundering that involves an unidentified Gulf state.
Kishan double ton India beat Bangladesh
Opener Ishan Kishan struck a double century as India avoided a clean sweep, securing a massive 227-run victory against Bangladesh in the third and final ODI at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium here today.
Germany to welcome first floating gas terminal
Germany is set to receive its first floating gas terminal, officials said Friday, as the country looks to replace Russian supplies it previously received via pipeline, reports AFP.
I will give the slogan 'Khela Hobe': Obaidul
Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader on Saturday said, "I don't care who said anything about the 'Khela Hobe' slogan."
Parliament won't paralyzed if 7 BNP MPs leave: Quader
Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader on Saturday said that even if BNP MPs resign, the Parliament won't paralyzed. If seven of them leave, the Parliament will not stand still.
Dengue death toll rises to 266 as 3 more die
With three more deaths from dengue recorded in 24 hours till Saturday morning, the official death toll from the mosquito-borne disease rose to 266 this year.
AL to be watchful till BNP rally ends: Maya
Awami League (AL) Presidium Member Mofazzal Hossain Chowdhury Maya Bir Bikram today said his party will remain on the streets until BNP’s rally is over to protect the lives and property of the people.
BNP announce 10-point demand form Dhaka rally
Dispelling all speculations and braving numerous obstacles, BNP today held a massive rally peacefully in the capital, from where the party announced to initiate a simultaneous, anti-government movement on December 24 with 10-point demand.
Brazil crash out as Argentina survive at World Cup
Brazil crashed out of the World Cup after penalty shootout drama against Croatia on Friday while Argentina survived a furious comeback from the Netherlands to also win on spot kicks, reports AFP.
BNP MP's announce resignation from parliament at Dhaka rally
Seven lawmakers of Bangladesh Natonalist Party (BNP) have announced their resignation from parliament from the Golapbagh rally today.
BNP’s Dhaka rally begins, Khandaker Mosharraf may announce 10-point demand
BNP’s much-discussed last divisional rally in Dhaka has begun with participation of thousands of leaders and activists of the party.
Croatia beats Brazil on penalties in World Cup quarterfinals
Croatia knocked Brazil out of the World Cup, beating the five-time champions 4-2 in a penalty shootout on Friday in the quarterfinals, reports AP.
Crowds converging on Golapbagh field for Dec 10 BNP rally
Thousands of BNP leaders and activists started gathering at Golapbagh ground in Dhaka since Friday afternoon as the party was finally given permission for holding its last divisional rally there on Saturday.
Quader urges diplomats not to make unwanted comments on internal affairs
General Secretary of Awami League (AL) and Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader urged foreign diplomats to refrain from making unwanted comments on the internal affairs of Bangladesh.