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PM seeks Japan's cooperation in export diversification and investment increase

Prime Minister Tarek Rahman has sought Japan's cooperation in diversifying Bangladesh's export products and expanding Japanese investment in the country. He made the call at a meeting with President of the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) Kataoka Susumu at 11:45 am Japan local time today, Wednesday.

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Local Government State Minister urges building a healthy generation by washing hands and following hygiene

State Minister for Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Mir Shahe Alam has said that a healthy generation can be built through the habit of washing hands with soap before eating and after using the toilet and by following personal hygiene. He said this while speaking as chief guest at an event held at the auditorium of Banani Bidyaniketan School and College in the capital on Wednesday (October 28) marking 'World Handwashing Day-2026'.

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Prime Minister meets Uniqlo's top executives in Japan, calls for more investment

A meeting was held between Prime Minister Tareque Rahman, who is visiting Japan, and top executives of Fast Retailing Co., Ltd., the parent company of world-renowned clothing brand Uniqlo. On Wednesday (28 October) at 10:30 am Japan local time, a delegation led by Fast Retailing Chairman, President and CEO Tadashi Yanai met with the Prime Minister.

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PM will consider IGP issue herself: Zahed Ur Rahman

Prime Minister's Information Adviser Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman has commented that the Prime Minister will decide on the IGP issue after Tarek Rahman returns to the country. He also said, however, that the IGP has backed away from his statement.

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Allegations of Tk 120 crore transactions in Public Works transfers; concern over appointment of Awami League loyalists to key installations

Allegations have surfaced of widespread irregularities in the transfer and posting of engineers under the name of a lottery system in the Housing and Public Works Department, manipulation of grading sheets, and illegal transactions of about Tk 120 crore. Complainants allege that, instead of seniority and merit, officers close to the previous Awami League government are being posted through influence to key state installations (KPIs), including the residences of the Prime Minister and ministers.

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Status on meeting with Tareque Rahman, Japan’s strong support for Bangladesh

After a summit meeting with visiting Bangladesh Prime Minister Tareque Rahman, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi elaborated in a status. In the status issued on Tuesday (27 October), she reaffirmed Japan’s strong support for Bangladesh’s new government.

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Government aims to create 1 million jobs in digital sector: ICT Minister

The government is working to create 1 million jobs in the digital sector over the next five years and transform Bangladesh into a regional hub for information technology and artificial intelligence (AI). The current government aims to build a modern, technology-driven and knowledge-based country in light of the 'Bangladesh First' policy.

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Japan to provide patrol ship to Coast Guard, agreement on maritime security

During Prime Minister Tarek Rahman's visit to Japan, Bangladesh and Japan signed an agreement to strengthen maritime security and safety. Under this agreement, the Bangladesh Coast Guard will be provided with a 35-metre class Japan-built patrol ship.

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11 more die of dengue, 2,071 hospitalized in a day

In the last 24 hours, 11 more people have died after being infected with dengue across the country, including the capital. In a notification from the Directorate General of Health Services on Tuesday (27 October), it was said that 2,071 people were newly admitted to hospitals during the same period. With this, the number of dengue patients in the country this year stood at 120,573.

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Another 7 children die of measles and symptoms in the country; total death toll 1,240

In the last 24 hours, 7 more children died with measles symptoms across the country. On Tuesday (October 27), the Directorate General of Health Services' regular health bulletin said that the child who died of confirmed measles in the next 24 hours from 8am Monday was from Dhaka Division. With this, 110 people died of confirmed measles and 1,130 with symptoms this year. The total death toll stands at 1,240.

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Crime

Robber ringleader Yasin, accused in multiple cases, arrested in Mathbaria

SRB-8 (Barishal) has arrested Yasin (40), an accused in multiple cases and a notorious robber ringleader, in Mathbaria of Pirojpur. He was arrested from his own area in Tushkhali Union of the upazila around 12:40 am on Monday (October 26) based on secret information.

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Bangladesh wants to use Pakistan's experience in food storage

Food Minister Afroz Khanam has remarked that Pakistan's experience in long-term foodgrain storage could be very important for Bangladesh. She said this during a courtesy meeting with Pakistan's High Commissioner to Bangladesh Imran Haider at the Secretariat on Monday (26 October).

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Dhaka

The Prime Minister's plan will be implemented by tackling conspiracies: DNCC Administrator

Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Administrator Md. Shafiqul Islam Khan has remarked that the Prime Minister's plan for a clean and green Dhaka will be implemented by tackling any conspiracy. He made the remark on Tuesday (October 27) at noon while inaugurating the restoration and cleaning drive of the Paris Canal in the Mirpur-11 area of the capital.

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Consequences will have to be faced for obstructing the burial of a freedom fighter: Information Adviser

Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman, Adviser to the Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting, has remarked that those involved in the incident of obstructing the burial of a freedom fighter will have to face consequences. He said this on Tuesday (27 October) at a press briefing organized on the progress of various government activities.

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Grid failure due to mechanical fault, multiple areas in Dhaka and Chattogram without power

Due to a mechanical fault, power supply was disrupted in the eastern part of the capital Dhaka and parts of Chattogram following a breakdown in the national grid. After the breakdown at 12:43 pm on Tuesday (27 October), the Secretariat, Bangladesh Bank, Bhulta, Haripur, Siddhirganj, Gulshan, Rampura, Ulon, Motijheel and surrounding areas went without power.

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Health sector has fallen behind due to fascist rule and corruption: President

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has remarked that the country's health sector has failed to achieve its desired goals due to fascist rule, limitless corruption and unplanned decisions. He said this at the inaugural ceremony of 'BSCRS Congress 2026' organized by the Bangladesh Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons on Tuesday (October 27).

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Education

Education Secretary visits Yunnan University, stresses joint research

Abdul Khaleque, Senior Secretary of the Secondary and Higher Education Division of the Ministry of Education, has visited Yunnan University in Kunming, China. On Tuesday (October 27), the Ministry of Education announced this in a press release. In the morning, he learned about China's secondary education system at a secondary school affiliated with the university.

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Politics

Jubo Dal is BNP's steel-strong vanguard: Ruhul Kabir Rizvi

BNP Acting Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi said that by playing an important role in long struggles and movements, Jubo Dal has established itself as BNP's steel-strong vanguard. He said this on Tuesday (27 October) after paying tribute at the graves of party founder Ziaur Rahman and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia at Zia Udyan in the capital, on the occasion of Jubo Dal's 48th founding anniversary.

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National

China to assist in modernization of Bangladesh Police

China has reiterated its commitment to cooperate in the technological modernization, training and overall capacity enhancement of Bangladesh Police. The commitment was made by Dr. Liu Yuyin, Chargé d’Affaires of China in Bangladesh, during a courtesy call on Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed at the Ministry of Home Affairs on Tuesday (October 27).

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Decision on IGP's statement about 'crossfire' after Prime Minister returns: Information Adviser

A decision will be taken on Inspector General of Police (IGP) Md. Ali Hossain Fakir's statement regarding 'crossfire' after the Prime Minister returns home upon completing her Japan visit.

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PM seeks Japan's cooperation in export diversification and investment increase

Local Government State Minister urges building a healthy generation by washing hands and following hygiene

Prime Minister meets Uniqlo's top executives in Japan, calls for more investment

PM will consider IGP issue herself: Zahed Ur Rahman

Allegations of Tk 120 crore transactions in Public Works transfers; concern over appointment of Awami League loyalists to key installations

Status on meeting with Tareque Rahman, Japan’s strong support for Bangladesh

Government aims to create 1 million jobs in digital sector: ICT Minister

Japan to provide patrol ship to Coast Guard, agreement on maritime security

11 more die of dengue, 2,071 hospitalized in a day

Another 7 children die of measles and symptoms in the country; total death toll 1,240

Robber ringleader Yasin, accused in multiple cases, arrested in Mathbaria

Bangladesh wants to use Pakistan's experience in food storage

The Prime Minister's plan will be implemented by tackling conspiracies: DNCC Administrator

Consequences will have to be faced for obstructing the burial of a freedom fighter: Information Adviser

Grid failure due to mechanical fault, multiple areas in Dhaka and Chattogram without power

Health sector has fallen behind due to fascist rule and corruption: President

Education Secretary visits Yunnan University, stresses joint research

Jubo Dal is BNP's steel-strong vanguard: Ruhul Kabir Rizvi

China to assist in modernization of Bangladesh Police

Decision on IGP's statement about 'crossfire' after Prime Minister returns: Information Adviser

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