Business

'Stability restored in inflationary trend'

Finance adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed has said although the interim government inherited high inflationary trend from the previous regime, stability has been restored due to various steps of the government.  "The previous situation now does not exist as stability has been restored altho...

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Govt happy with progress in banking sector reforms, says Salehuddin

Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed has said that the government is happy regarding the reform initiatives of the banking sector although there are constraints."The government is happy regarding the reform initiatives of the banking sector although there are constraints . . . the development pa...

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Plans underway to reclaim Dhaka canals

The 11-member working group, formed to reclaim the canals in the capital city mainly to building 'Blue Network', is set to prepare a short-term, mid-term and long-term plan. "We've a plan to build 'Blue Network' surrounding the canals in the capital city after reclaimin...

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HSIA enters new era in 100 days

Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) over the last 100 days of the interim government witnessed a new wave of reform and renovation, promising a fresh chapter of dream for both local travellers and expatriates.With a special focus on serving expatriates- the unsung heroes of Bangladesh'...

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Govt to introduce satellite internet to bridge up digital divide

The present government is on its way to introduce satellite internet as the telecom regulator has sought public opinion for finalization of the draft guidelines so the country could reap the sacrifice of martyrs in July-August mass uprising. Officials familiar with the process said the move mig...

City

Interim govt ensures freedom of press and expression: Nahid

Information and Broadcasting Adviser Md Nahid Islam on Friday said the interim government has ensured freedom of press along with freedom of expression and holding rally as he attributed his government’s another major success to not interference in any media event.“The freedom of the pre...

World

Trump promises to end wars with a ‘strong military’

US President-elect Donald Trump on Thursday promised a "strong military," as he repeated his pledge to end the war between Russia and Ukraine. Trump, who campaigned on an "America First" foreign policy, has said previously that he wanted to strike a deal between Kyiv and Moscow, ...

World

Japan’s Princess Mikasa dies at the age of 101

Princess Mikasa, the oldest member of Japan's royal family and great aunt to the emperor, died aged 101 on Friday in a Tokyo hospital, the Imperial Household Agency said.She had been hospitalised since March after suffering a stroke and pneumonia and had been recuperating there following treatme...

World

N. Korean leader orders ‘mass production’ of attack drones

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has ordered the "mass production" of attack drones, state media reported Friday, as concerns mount over the country's deepening military cooperation with Russia.Pyongyang first unveiled its attack drones in August, with experts saying the capability may ...

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HRW accuses Israel of ‘war crime’ with ‘forcible transfer’ in Gaza

Human Rights Watch said in a report released Thursday that Israel's repeated evacuation orders in Gaza amount to the "war crime of forcible transfer", and to "ethnic cleansing" in parts of the Palestinian territory."Human Rights Watch has amassed evidence that Israeli of...

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Primary registration for Hajj to continue till Nov 30

The primary registration process for Hajj will continue till November 30.The Ministry of Religious Affairs issued a notification in this regard on Thursday.As per the notification, pre-registered individuals wishing to go for Hajj have been requested to deposit Taka 3 lakh in the bank by November 30...

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Chief Adviser returns home after joining COP29 in Baku

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus returned home on Thursday evening wrapping up his Baku tour to attend the global climate meet titled "Conference of Parties-29 (COP29)"."A flight of Biman Bangladesh Airlines carrying the chief adviser and his entourage reached the Hazrat Shahjal...

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Farida emphasizes on conserving local breeds

Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhter has laid emphasis on research to conserve the indigenous breeds, saying there is no alternative to research to prevent those from extension.“Many of the indigenous breeds are now on the verge of extinction, and that is why attention should be given...

Business

BB reduces charges for online income tax payments

Bangladesh Bank (BB) has reduced the charges for  income tax payments through mobile financial services, debit and credit cards  and internet banking."Taka 20 can be charged to a customer for payment of less than Taka 25,000 as  income tax using cards and interet banking. The cha...

National,Politics

CA pledges reforming labour sector

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Thursday said his government would carry out vital labour reforms in an effort to attract more foreign investment in the country's manufacturing sector.He made the comments during a meeting with former British Prime Minister Theresa May on the sidelines ...

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Dhaka urges Delhi to keep Hasina refrain from making political statement

Bangladesh has expressed strong dissatisfaction over ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina's frequent political statements from India and urged the Indian government to prevent such actions, said a foreign ministry’s spokesperson on Thursday. "Since fleeing the country on August 5,...

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Govt appoints around 1,300 legal officers this month

The government has appointed 1,299 legal officers at different courts in 25 districts across the country this month.Of the legal officers, 30 were appointed in Munshiganj, 41 in Lakshmipur, 47 in Feni, 62 in Naogaon, 75 in Noakhali, 48 in Manikganj, 61 in Narsingdi, 151 in Tangail, 26 in Chapainawab...

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UK recognises youths’ bravery during July-Aug protests

British High Commissioner to Bangladesh Sarah Cooke on Wednesday said the United Kingdom (UK) recognized the bravery and sacrifices of the youth during the Student-led uprising in July-August in Bangladesh.   "The UK recognises the bravery of the young Bangladeshi people whilst callin...

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Bangladesh receives US$ 7 billion remittance in 3 months

Bangladesh has received remittance of over US$ 7 billion from expatriate citizens in the last three months, official data showed.“Bangladeshi expatriates sent US$ 7.02 billion remittance to the country in the last three months,” said a progress report on the works of different ministries...

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NBR supports taxpayers to submit VAT returns online

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has been supporting the valued taxpayers to submit their VAT returns online in a bid to avoid hassles.The NBR in a press release today said that submitting VAT returns online is very easy as information through submission of VAT returns through papers can remain o...