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Novera Ahmed birth anniv today
Today is the 87th anniversary of birth of sculptor Novera Ahmed, who is considered the first modern sculptor in the country.
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Strikes across ME on, war enters 2nd month
Gulf countries and Israel came under missile fire and Israeli forces struck Iran on Saturday, as the war raged into its second month with Washington expressing hopes for progress in
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Fruit prices decline sharply after Ramadan as demand drops
Fruit prices in Bangladesh have decreased significantly after Ramadan and Eid, easing the financial burden on consumers following the earlier surge in costs...
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Bank Asia to acquire Bank Alfalah stake for $47.5m
The shareholders of Pakistan-based Bank Alfalah Limited have approved the sale and transfer of its Bangladesh operations to Dhaka-based Bank Asia Limited for approximately $47.5 million (equivalent to around Tk
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RMG exports to EU surge 36pc in 5 years
The country’s readymade garment exports to the European Union witnessed a growth of 35.82 per cent between 2021 and 2025, reaching 19.41 billion euros, bolstering its position as Europe’s second-largest
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Bangladesh
Body formed to investigate JS sound system snag
A three-member panel has been formed to investigate the disruption in the sound system during the opening sitting of the 13th Jatiya Sangsad, with authorities seeking to determine if the
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Drought deepens distress in Barind as yield falls, water crisis worsens
Climate change-induced drought has intensified across the Barind tract, pushing farmers into a cycle of falling crop production, rising costs and deepening livelihood insecurity, according to a recent study and
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Reforms to reflect expectations of the people - Says home minister
Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed yesterday said the constitutional reforms would give the highest priority to public expectations and the aspirations of those martyred in the student-led mass uprising in 2024.
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Politicisation clouds youth understanding of Liberation War
The Liberation War has been politicised for so long that many young Bangladeshis are growing up confused about what freedom really means, speakers said yesterday.
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Govt mulls restoring old police uniform: minister
Home minister Salahuddin Ahmed on Saturday said that the government would soon decide on restoring one of the earlier uniforms previously used by the police, as members of the force
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International
FM likely to visit New Delhi on April 7
Bangladesh foreign minister Khalilur Rahman is likely to pay his maiden official visit to India on April 7 and hold bilateral talks with his Indian counterpart S Jaishankar in New
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Russian strikes kill 4 in Ukraine, damage port
Russian air attacks across Ukraine early yesterday killed at least four people and damaged critical infrastructure, including a port and a maternity hospital, authorities said, as Russia’s pressed on with
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Palestinian Authority condemns east Jerusalem evictions
The Palestinian Authority has condemned the recent eviction of multiple families from their homes in east Jerusalem and urged the international community to take “firm measures” to halt the displacements.
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Enroute International signs contract with MetLife
Enroute International Limited has recently signed a contract with MetLife Bangladesh...
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US and Iraq to 'intensify cooperation' against attacks
Announce the creation of a "High Joint Coordination Committee"
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Russia to ban gasoline exports from April 1
The state-run TASS news agency earlier reported that the ban would remain in place until July 31.
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Technology
Meta and Google lose addiction case in a landmark trial as pressure builds
A jury in Los Angeles has found Meta and Google liable in a case alleging that their platforms contributed to social media addiction and harm to a young user.
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PlayStation 5 to become more expensive
Sony has raised the price of its PlayStation 5 consoles worldwide, with the standard model increasing by $100 in the United States to $649.99, effective April 2.
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Sport
Kohli fires Bengaluru to big win after IPL remembers stampede dead
Virat Kohli hit an unbeaten 69 as defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru thrashed Sunrisers Hyderabad by six wickets in the IPL season opener on Saturday, after a tribute in memory
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Bangladesh hold India to 1-1 draw
Ronan Sullivan set up an equaliser for Abdul Riyad Fahim as Bangladesh fought back from a goal down to hold India to a 1-1 draw in their final Group B
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129 athletes to receive monthly allowance, sports cards
According to the state minister, the athletes will receive a uniform monthly allowance, although the exact amount will be announced at the function on Monday.
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England skipper Stokes sidelined after gruesome facial injury
England Test captain Ben Stokes will be sidelined for the first month of the county season as he recovers from facial injuries sustained in a training accident.
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Ignore our celebrations, we respect Bosnian team, says Italy's Dimarco
Federico Dimarco insisted on Saturday that Italy respect Bosnia and Herzegovina, after he and team-mates were caught on camera celebrating when their opponents reached the World Cup qualifying final by
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আলোচিত
আমজনতার তারেককে কাছে ডেকে নিলেন প্রধানমন্ত্রী তারেক রহমান
স্বাধীনতা দিবসে বঙ্গভবনের অনুষ্ঠানে আমজনতা দলের সদস্যসচিব তারেক রহমানকে কাছে ডেকে নিলেন প্রধানমন্ত্রী তারেক রহমান।
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ফখরুলকে নিয়ে বিতর্কিত মন্তব্যের জবাব দিলেন মেয়ে শামারুহ মির্জা
কিছুদিন পরপরই কিছু নিম্নরুচির ও নিম্নমেধার মানুষ আমার দাদা ও বাবাকে নিয়ে অযথা উত্তেজনায় ভোগে (এই স্ট্যাটাসের পর আবারও ভুগবে, জানি) বলে জানিয়েছেন স্থানীয়
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ট্রাম্পকে হতাশ করল আরব দেশগুলো, জিসিসি ঘোষণা ইরানে হামলা করবে না
মধ্যপ্রাচ্যের চলমান উত্তেজনার মধ্যে বড় ধরনের কূটনৈতিক বার্তা দিয়েছে উপসাগরীয় দেশগুলো।
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গ্রেপ্তার এড়াতে ডোবায় লাফ, ৫ ঘণ্টা পর উদ্ধার যুবক
পুলিশি গ্রেপ্তার এড়াতে ডোবায় লাফ দিয়েছে এক যুবক। তবে লাফ দিয়ে ডোবায় কাদায় আটকে গিয়ে গ্রেপ্তার করতে গেলে আত্মহত্যার হুমকিও দেন রুবেল নামের ওই যুবক। প্রায় ৫ ঘণ্টা পর ফায়ার
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যুদ্ধে জড়িয়ে পড়েছে হুতিরা, ড্রোন দিচ্ছে রাশিয়া
ইরান যুদ্ধে জড়িয়ে পড়েছে ইয়েমেনের হুতিরা। তারা শনিবার ইসরাই�
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প্রধানমন্ত্রীকে কটূক্তি, জামায়াত নেতাকে আদালতে পাঠালো ওসি
ময়মনসিংহের মুক্তাগাছায় প্রধানমন্ত্রী তারেক রহমানকে নিয়ে ফ�
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হঠাৎ গাড়ি থামিয়ে নিজে কবরে নেমে লাশ দাফন করলেন তথ্য প্রতিমন্ত্রী
রাষ্ট্রীয় প্রটোকল ভেঙে এক অনন্য দৃষ্টান্ত স্থাপন করলেন তথ্য ও সম্প্রচার প্রতিমন্ত্রী ইয়াসের খান চৌধুরী। অনুষ্ঠান শেষে ফেরার পথে সড়কের পাশে দাফন কাজ চলতে দেখে গা
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Politics
BNP PP meeting discusses fuel hoarding, Eid journey accidents
The BNP parliamentary party meeting on Saturday discussed issues such as preventing fuel oils hoarding and smuggling, accidents in roads, railways and waterways during the Eid journey, and the decline
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Fakhrul for integrated plan to expedite dev works
Local government, rural development and co-operatives minister and BNP secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Saturday underscored the need for an integrated plan to accelerate development activities of the
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Business
Oil rises as traders doubt prospects of ceasefire in Iran war
Oil prices ​rose on Friday and notched weekly gains, reflecting scepticism about prospects for a ceasefire in the ‌month-old Iran war.
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Making the case for a regulatory reform commission
For years, businesses in Bangladesh have struggled with an invisible but formidable opponent: a web of outdated, inconsistent and burdensome regulations.
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Vietnam to import potato from Bangladesh
The government of Vietnam has officially opened its market for the import of potatoes from Bangladesh...
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Editorial
What is the future of the National Human Rights Commission?
According to the 1993 Paris Principles of the United Nations, the national human rights commission in each country is an independent monitoring and investigative institution. Its tasks include overseeing state
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Goodwill at the Strait runs dry
The news that Iran had named Bangladesh among a handful of "friendly nations" whose vessels might be granted safe passage through the blockaded Strait of Hormuz had, for a brief
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The fault line in rural electrification
While electricity now reaches even the remotest rural backwaters and chars, long hours of load-shedding are a fact of life in rural Bangladesh. Many hoped that the government would ensure
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What are new risks to Bangladesh's economy from Iran war?
The Middle East war, although far away, has already impacted Bangladesh’s markets, industries, and household kitchens. The United States and Israel's attack on Iran and Iran's subsequent decision to close
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Entertainment
South Korean actor Lee Sang Bo dies at 45
South Korean actor Lee Sang Bo, known for his roles in television dramas such as “The Elegant Empire”, “Private Lives” and “Rugal”, has reportedly died at the age of 45.
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Jyotirmoyee Kundu arrives in Dhaka celebrating ‘Prince’ release
Indian actress Jyotirmoyee Kundu has arrived in Dhaka to celebrate the release of her debut Bangladeshi film “Prince”, in which she stars opposite Shakib Khan.
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‘Harry Potter’ trailer becomes HBO’s most-watched with 277 million views
The first season will adapt “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone”.
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‘Rockstar’ Shakib Khan goes viral with new look
Megastar Shakib Khan is once again wowing audiences with a bold new look on the big screen. As a special treat for his fans, the actor unveiled the first look
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Health
Height and health: When being tall comes with hidden risks
Being tall may come with hidden health risks, according to new genetic research linking height to serious cardiovascular and reproductive conditions.
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Too hot to move: Climate change driving global inactivity
Rising global temperatures may be quietly reshaping human behaviour and health by pushing millions towards physical inactivity, according to a new modelling study published in The Lancet Global Health.
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