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Commemorative stamp unveiled on National Rural Development Day

Prime Minister Tarek Rahman inaugurated a commemorative postage stamp on the occasion of National Rural Development Day-2026, with the theme 'Developed Village, Prosperous Country—Bangladesh First'.

3 months ago 652 views

National

President advocates following 'Bangladesh Doctrine' to enhance defense capability

President Md. Sahabuddin said the reputation of the Bangladesh Army is well-established internationally. Prioritizing the 'Bangladesh Doctrine' in determining national security strategy, the country's defense system is being further modernized and strengthened.

3 months ago 478 views

National

Secretariat in new security framework, 82 police members transferred

As part of the restructuring of the state security system after the July mass uprising, the government has taken initiative to gradually withdraw 169 police members who were deployed before August 5, 2024, for security duties at the Bangladesh Secretariat. So far, 82 have been transferred.

3 months ago 431 views

National

Nasir Uddin, Director of the Prime Minister's Office, attached to Public Administration

Mohammad Nasir Uddin Sarwar, Director of the Prime Minister's Office, has been withdrawn from his current post. He has been attached to the Ministry of Public Administration.

3 months ago 706 views

National

Long queues for Indian visa applicants, growing discontent over slots

Long queues of applicants were seen from Sunday (July 5) morning at the Indian Visa Application Center (IVAC) located in Jamuna Future Park in the capital. Hundreds of people waited in line for various services including visa applications, passport submission and collection. At this time, many applicants complained about the hassle of getting online appointments or 'slots'.

3 months ago 367 views

Economy

Tax benefits not reflected in market, prices of 63 daily essentials unchanged: CAB

The Consumers Association of Bangladesh (CAB) has alleged that although taxes on 63 essential commodities were reduced in the budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, the benefits have not yet reached consumers. The organization claims that despite the government's tax cuts, the market prices of various daily necessities, including rice and soybean oil, have not reflected the reduction.

3 months ago 692 views

Economy

NBR warns taxpayers of fraudsters trying to extort money by threatening audit

A fraudulent gang is trying to extort money from taxpayers by threatening to audit their tax documents (income tax returns). The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has urged taxpayers to beware of such scams.

3 months ago 569 views

Economy

Plan to use AI to make market monitoring more effective

The government has planned to use artificial intelligence (AI) to make market monitoring activities more effective, coordinated, and technology-driven. At the same time, initiatives are being taken to create a Power App and further improve the existing market monitoring app.

3 months ago 600 views

438 killed in road accidents in June, most deaths on motorcycles

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438 killed in road accidents in June, most deaths on motorcycles

In June, 438 people were killed and 561 injured in 472 road accidents across the country. Among the deceased were 44 women and 56 children. Nearly one-third of the total fatalities occurred in motorcycle accidents.

3 months ago 508 views

National

লঘুচাপের প্রভাবে বৃষ্টির সম্ভাবনা, চট্টগ্রাম-সিলেটে অতিভারি বর্ষণের পূর্বাভাস

কয়েক দিনের তীব্র তাপপ্রবাহ ও ভ্যাপসা গরমের পর দেশের বিভিন্ন অঞ্চলে স্বস্তির বৃষ্টির সম্ভাবনা তৈরি হয়েছে। বঙ্গোপসাগরে সৃষ্ট সুস্পষ্ট লঘুচাপের প্রভাবে সারা দেশে বৃষ্টিপাত বাড়তে পারে বলে জানিয়েছে আবহাওয়া অধিদপ্তর। বিশেষ করে আগামী ৪৮ ঘণ্টায় চট্টগ্রাম ও সিলেট বিভাগে ভারী থেকে অতিভারি বৃষ্টির পূর্বাভাস দেওয়া হয়েছে।

3 months ago 167 views

National

Use of Prime Minister's photo on banners and billboards of government events prohibited

The government has completely banned the use of the Prime Minister's photo on banners, festoons, and billboards prepared for any government event. At the same time, instructions have been given to prioritize the event's subject, purpose, and message in these promotional materials.

3 months ago 610 views

Law Justice

GD filed against Anis Alamgir, Soma Islam, Piya and 6 others at Shahbagh Police Station

A General Diary (GD) has been filed at Shahbagh Police Station in Dhaka against six individuals, including journalist Anis Alamgir, presenter Soma Islam, and model-lawyer Jannatul Ferdous Piya, for allegedly making objectionable comments and spreading misleading information about the July movement on social media.

3 months ago 858 views

World

Khamenei's three sons attend funeral, Mojtaba absent

The funeral of Iran's former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and four members of his family, killed in US and Israeli attacks, was held in Tehran with hundreds of thousands of mourners. Khamenei's three sons—Masoud, Meysam, and Mostafa Khamenei—participated in the funeral.

3 months ago 755 views

World

Funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei completed under tight security

The funeral of Iran's former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and four members of his family has been completed in Tehran. On the third day of the seven-day mourning and burial program, the funeral prayer was held on Sunday (July 5) at 8:00 AM local time.

3 months ago 836 views

Country

Government working to increase foreign investment: Putul

State Minister for Social Welfare Barrister Farzana Sharmin Putul said the government is implementing various initiatives to increase foreign investment in the country. Special facilities and necessary incentives will also be arranged for foreign investors.

4 months ago 648 views

Politics

Explosive Facebook post by Sohel Taj about Sheikh Hasina

Former Deputy Minister of Home Affairs and former Member of Parliament Tanjim Ahmed Sohel Taj has reacted strongly to the announcement of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's return to the country. In a post on social media Facebook, he made multiple allegations against Sheikh Hasina and her family.

4 months ago 719 views

Expatriates

Severe heatwave in Europe kills 3,700 in three countries, experts blame climate change

At least 3,700 people have died in France, Belgium, and the Netherlands due to the severe heatwave sweeping across Europe in June. Authorities in the affected countries said this is an initial estimate; the death toll may rise further after final data is released.

4 months ago 862 views

Videos

Daily Rural Life in Iran: Bread Making and Village Dinner

This video beautifully depicts the peaceful and serene rural life of Iran. The creator, Maryam, lives with her sister and family in a beautiful house amidst the forest and beside the rice fields.

4 months ago 2,230 views

Economy

Argentina overtakes Russia-Ukraine to become Bangladesh's top wheat supplier

There has been a major shift in Bangladesh's wheat import market. For a long time, Russia and Ukraine were the country's main wheat suppliers. However, in the fiscal year 2025-26, for the first time, Argentina has emerged as Bangladesh's largest wheat exporter, surpassing these two countries.

4 months ago 586 views

Economy

Government importing 480,000 tonnes of fuel for energy security

Amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, the government has decided to import 480,000 metric tonnes of fuel oil to strengthen the country's energy security. This initiative has been taken to meet domestic demand, keep industrial and commercial activities running, and ensure a 90-day fuel reserve.

4 months ago 811 views

Commemorative stamp unveiled on National Rural Development Day

President advocates following 'Bangladesh Doctrine' to enhance defense capability

Secretariat in new security framework, 82 police members transferred

Nasir Uddin, Director of the Prime Minister's Office, attached to Public Administration

Long queues for Indian visa applicants, growing discontent over slots

Tax benefits not reflected in market, prices of 63 daily essentials unchanged: CAB

NBR warns taxpayers of fraudsters trying to extort money by threatening audit

Plan to use AI to make market monitoring more effective

438 killed in road accidents in June, most deaths on motorcycles

লঘুচাপের প্রভাবে বৃষ্টির সম্ভাবনা, চট্টগ্রাম-সিলেটে অতিভারি বর্ষণের পূর্বাভাস

Use of Prime Minister's photo on banners and billboards of government events prohibited

GD filed against Anis Alamgir, Soma Islam, Piya and 6 others at Shahbagh Police Station

Khamenei's three sons attend funeral, Mojtaba absent

Funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei completed under tight security

Government working to increase foreign investment: Putul

Explosive Facebook post by Sohel Taj about Sheikh Hasina

Severe heatwave in Europe kills 3,700 in three countries, experts blame climate change

Daily Rural Life in Iran: Bread Making and Village Dinner

Argentina overtakes Russia-Ukraine to become Bangladesh's top wheat supplier

Government importing 480,000 tonnes of fuel for energy security

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