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Trade license available on a single portal: Commerce Minister

The government has planned to issue trade licenses through a single online portal and launch an integrated inspection system to facilitate trade, commerce and investment. At the same time, Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir emphasized reducing delays and harassment in renewing work permits and security clearances for foreign employees.

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198th anniversary of Pabna district recognition, cake cutting and sweets at Press Club

Marking the 198th anniversary of Pabna district receiving recognition, Pabna Press Club celebrated 'Happy Pabna Day'. On Friday (16 October) night, the day was observed at the Press Club's event through cake cutting, sharing sweets and exchanging greetings.

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Allegation of fraud in teacher recruitment at madrasa in Mathbaria

Allegations have been raised of appointing an Assistant Maulvi Teacher through fraud at Mominia Dakhil Madrasa in Ward No. 1 of Mathbaria Municipality, Pirojpur. Complainant Firoz Ahmed has alleged that although a complaint was lodged with the Deputy Commissioner in this matter, the investigation has not been completed even after one year.

3 weeks ago 1,178 views

Economy

Consolidated circular on licenses for foreign exchange and gold business

Bangladesh Bank has issued a consolidated circular combining the rules for granting and renewing licenses for foreign exchange and gold businesses. It includes instructions regarding licenses for authorized dealers (ADs), money changers, limited money changers, authorized gold dealers (AGDs), and importers of gold ore and doré.

3 weeks ago 1,202 views

Technology

Concerns over AI sector debt, major Nasdaq decline all week

The technology sector of the US stock market has faced a sharp sell-off amid concerns over the growing debt burden in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector and high interest rates. Last week, the Nasdaq Composite Index fell by nearly 4.5 percent, its worst weekly performance since last June. At the same time, the S&P 500 Index fell 1.09 percent. News from CNN.

3 weeks ago 1,392 views

National

Finally, live viewing of luggage movement arranged at Shahjalal

To ensure transparency and accountability in luggage handling operations at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) has installed 32 CCTV cameras and 18 65-inch monitors. Through this, passengers will be able to directly watch various stages of luggage transport.

3 weeks ago 775 views

National

All flights on Dhaka-Riyadh route suspended indefinitely

Following ongoing attacks in Saudi Arabia, Biman Bangladesh Airlines has suspended all flights from Dhaka to Riyadh indefinitely in the interest of passenger safety. A new decision on the matter will be announced as per further instructions from the Riyadh airport authorities.

3 weeks ago 1,623 views

Politics

Islamic Movement's women's unit announces new committee, Nurus Sabiha to lead

The new committee for the 2027-28 session of the Central Women's Unit of Islamic Movement Bangladesh has been announced and a swearing-in ceremony held. Nurus Sabiha has been made chairperson and Alima Mafruha secretary.

3 weeks ago 816 views

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Problems of the hills cannot be solved overnight: Mir Helal

Minister of State for Land and Chittagong Hill Tracts Barrister Mir Mohammad Helal Uddin has said that all problems in the Chittagong Hill Tracts cannot be solved overnight. He said that although some administrative problems can be solved quickly, discussions are ongoing to resolve the political problems. He expressed hope that these problems will be solved soon.

3 weeks ago 883 views

National

Prime Minister inspects 13 places in four and a half hours, dissatisfaction at various places

In only four and a half hours, Prime Minister Tareq Rahman made surprise visits to 13 locations in the capital. From 9:10 am to 1:41 pm on Saturday (October 17), he toured various hospitals, educational institutions, residential areas for government officers and employees, and hawker-free footpaths. During this time, the Prime Minister expressed dissatisfaction after seeing unclean environments and management deficiencies at several places.

3 weeks ago 715 views

Education

PUST Deputy Director Babul Hossain elected BAPAJAS treasurer

Md. Babul Hossain, Deputy Director of the Public Relations and Publication Office of Pabna University of Science and Technology, has been elected treasurer of the Bangladesh Public University Public Relations Association (BAPAJAS).

3 weeks ago 1,141 views

National

Prime Minister advises planting neem trees to prevent air pollution in Dhaka

Prime Minister Tareque Rahman has advised planting more neem trees to reduce air pollution in the capital, maintain environmental balance, and ensure clean air.

3 weeks ago 778 views

National

Today is World Trauma Day, Call for Awareness to Prevent Accidents

Today, October 17, is World Trauma Day. The day is observed to raise awareness about reducing accident-related deaths and disabilities and the importance of emergency medical care.

3 weeks ago 769 views

National

President calls for creating skilled and competent human resources through higher education

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has called upon public and private universities to build skilled and competent human resources in line with the demands of the domestic and international labor markets.

3 weeks ago 739 views

Politics

Opposition party has started a new drama on the streets: Rizvi

BNP Acting Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has remarked that to conceal internal conflicts and failures of their own party, the opposition party has started a new drama on the streets in the name of a movement.

3 weeks ago 1,005 views

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Temperature may drop after five days: Meteorological Department

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has said that temperatures in the country may drop after the next five days. As the extended part of the low pressure extends up to the North Bay of Bengal, there is currently no possibility of a major change in the weather.

3 weeks ago 977 views

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Smoking in room at children's hospital: PM orders doctor's suspension

During a visit to Bangladesh Children's Hospital and Institute in Agargaon in the capital, Prime Minister Tarek Rahman expressed anger after seeing a doctor smoking in his room. He also expressed dissatisfaction over the unclean environment of the room. Later, the Prime Minister ordered action against the doctor concerned. Consequently, doctor Rafiqul Islam has been temporarily suspended.

3 weeks ago 592 views

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Fire at resort in Cox's Bazar, death toll rises to 10

Ten bodies have been recovered in a fire incident at Tup Tup Resto and Resort in the Patuartek area of Inani, Cox's Bazar. The Fire Service believes the deceased are tourists.

3 weeks ago 1,618 views

National

In 9 months, 410 pieces of misinformation spread about the Prime Minister: Press Secretary

Press Secretary to the Prime Minister A A M Saleh (Saleh Shibli) said that 410 pieces of misinformation were spread about Prime Minister Tarique Rahman in the nine months from January to September of this year. He also said information was found that, during the same period, 118 pieces of misinformation were spread about BNP and 451 about the government.

3 weeks ago 457 views

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Those who wanted to paralyze the country, the opposition is their ally: Water Resources Minister

Water Resources Minister and BNP Joint Secretary General Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Annie commented that the current opposition party is an ally of those who once announced that they would paralyze the country through hartal and blockade.

3 weeks ago 709 views

Trade license available on a single portal: Commerce Minister

198th anniversary of Pabna district recognition, cake cutting and sweets at Press Club

Allegation of fraud in teacher recruitment at madrasa in Mathbaria

Consolidated circular on licenses for foreign exchange and gold business

Concerns over AI sector debt, major Nasdaq decline all week

Finally, live viewing of luggage movement arranged at Shahjalal

All flights on Dhaka-Riyadh route suspended indefinitely

Islamic Movement's women's unit announces new committee, Nurus Sabiha to lead

Problems of the hills cannot be solved overnight: Mir Helal

Prime Minister inspects 13 places in four and a half hours, dissatisfaction at various places

PUST Deputy Director Babul Hossain elected BAPAJAS treasurer

Prime Minister advises planting neem trees to prevent air pollution in Dhaka

Today is World Trauma Day, Call for Awareness to Prevent Accidents

President calls for creating skilled and competent human resources through higher education

Opposition party has started a new drama on the streets: Rizvi

Temperature may drop after five days: Meteorological Department

Smoking in room at children's hospital: PM orders doctor's suspension

Fire at resort in Cox's Bazar, death toll rises to 10

In 9 months, 410 pieces of misinformation spread about the Prime Minister: Press Secretary

Those who wanted to paralyze the country, the opposition is their ally: Water Resources Minister

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