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Abdus Shahid did not compromise on democracy and media freedom

Journalist leaders commented that late journalist Abdus Shahid, former president of Dhaka Journalists Union (DUJ), never compromised on democracy, media freedom and establishing journalists' rights.

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Call for Stronger Regional Cooperation to Tackle South Asia’s Climate Risks

Environment, Forest and Climate Change State Minister Sheikh Faridul Islam has called for stronger regional cooperation to address the shared climate risks facing South Asia.

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Health minister instructs forming committee for infection prevention and control

Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Hossain has instructed to quickly form an effective committee for infection prevention and control.

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Bangladesh-India Trade Ties: Initiative to Reopen Land Ports and Border Haats

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Bangladesh-India Trade Ties: Initiative to Reopen Land Ports and Border Haats

Bangladesh and India have discussed reopening closed border haats, bringing land ports back to full operational capacity and lifting existing restrictions on the import of yarn by land to further strengthen bilateral trade relations.

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Bangladesh Seeks US Cooperation in Water and Waste Management

The Bangladesh government has expressed interest in utilising US experience and technical expertise in water management, waste management, renewable energy and agricultural cold storage, among other sectors.

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Target to Halve Road Accidents by 2030: Sheikh Rabiul Alam

Road Transport and Bridges, Railways and Shipping Minister Sheikh Rabiul Alam has said Bangladesh can halve the number of road accidents and related deaths by 2030 by increasing awareness among drivers and pedestrians, ensuring effective enforcement of laws and providing prompt emergency medical services after accidents.

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Joint Efforts by Culture and Tourism Ministries Could Raise GDP Growth to 7-8%: Culture Minister

Culture Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury has said coordinated efforts by the Ministry of Cultural Affairs and the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism could increase the tourism sector’s contribution to GDP growth to 7-8%.

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Economy

Bangladesh-India Bilateral Trade Stands at Nearly $13 Billion: Commerce Minister

Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir has said bilateral trade between Bangladesh and India currently stands at nearly $13 billion. He said India is Bangladesh’s second-largest trading partner after China.

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Law Justice

Death penalty upheld for two accused in Nusrat murder case, life imprisonment for four

The High Court has upheld the death sentence for two accused in the sensational Nusrat Jahan Rafi murder case in Sonagazi, Feni. At the same time, four accused were sentenced to life imprisonment and ten were acquitted.

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Politics

Opposition Leader Dr Shafiqur Rahman Holds Meeting with Editors

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer and Opposition Leader Dr Shafiqur Rahman is holding a meeting with editors of various national newspapers and news organisations.

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Despite political tensions, economy will not be affected: Indian High Commissioner

Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi has said that despite political tensions between Bangladesh and India, it will not affect the economic relationship between the two countries.

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Tarique Rahman to go to the United States on September 21 to attend UN session

Prime Minister and BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman will go to New York, USA on September 21 to attend the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. This will be his first visit to the United States after 20 years.

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5 deaths from dengue in a day, 839 hospitalized

Five people died from dengue in the last 24 hours in the country. During the same period, 839 people were hospitalized with dengue. This is the highest single-day hospitalization record this year.

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President Mirza Fakhrul Moves into Bangabhaban with Family

Bangladesh’s 23rd President, Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, has officially moved into Bangabhaban with his wife Rahat Ara Begum and other family members.

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Initiative Taken to Establish New Directorate for Rehabilitation of Victims of Enforced Disappearances, Killings and Torture

The government has taken an initiative to establish a new directorate aimed at ensuring the welfare, medical treatment, legal protection and rehabilitation of individuals who have been victims of enforced disappearances, killings, torture and extrajudicial executions, as well as their affected families.

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National

Strict measures to stop construction of buildings outside approved design: Housing Minister

Housing and Public Works Minister Zakaria Taher has said that no building will be allowed to be constructed outside the approved design in the future. He said proper implementation of laws, rules and regulations related to building construction will be ensured.

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Misunderstandings will be resolved: State Minister for Religious Affairs

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Misunderstandings will be resolved: State Minister for Religious Affairs

State Minister for Religious Affairs Mohammad Shamim Kaisar Lincoln has commented that if there are any misunderstandings among various religious organizations, including Hefazat-e-Islam Bangladesh, regarding his inclusion in the cabinet, they will be resolved through discussion.

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The 24 Movement Was Not the Final War; It Was a Rehearsal for War

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer and opposition leader Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has said the 2024 movement should not be considered the final battle. It was preparation or rehearsal for the final battle. The people who woke up during the 2024 movement are still vigilant in confronting any fascism.

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President Mirza Fakhrul Begins First Official Activities at Bangabhaban

Newly elected President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir began his official activities at Bangabhaban for the first time after taking the oath of office.

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No Irregularities Will Be Tolerated, I Want to Serve the Health Ministry with Integrity: Health Minister

Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Hossain has expressed his determination to discharge his responsibilities at the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare with integrity and uphold its reputation. He said no form of irregularity would be tolerated at the ministry, and no one would be allowed to engage in wrongdoing.

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Abdus Shahid did not compromise on democracy and media freedom

Call for Stronger Regional Cooperation to Tackle South Asia’s Climate Risks

Health minister instructs forming committee for infection prevention and control

Bangladesh-India Trade Ties: Initiative to Reopen Land Ports and Border Haats

Bangladesh Seeks US Cooperation in Water and Waste Management

Target to Halve Road Accidents by 2030: Sheikh Rabiul Alam

Joint Efforts by Culture and Tourism Ministries Could Raise GDP Growth to 7-8%: Culture Minister

Bangladesh-India Bilateral Trade Stands at Nearly $13 Billion: Commerce Minister

Death penalty upheld for two accused in Nusrat murder case, life imprisonment for four

Opposition Leader Dr Shafiqur Rahman Holds Meeting with Editors

Despite political tensions, economy will not be affected: Indian High Commissioner

Tarique Rahman to go to the United States on September 21 to attend UN session

5 deaths from dengue in a day, 839 hospitalized

President Mirza Fakhrul Moves into Bangabhaban with Family

Initiative Taken to Establish New Directorate for Rehabilitation of Victims of Enforced Disappearances, Killings and Torture

Strict measures to stop construction of buildings outside approved design: Housing Minister

Misunderstandings will be resolved: State Minister for Religious Affairs

The 24 Movement Was Not the Final War; It Was a Rehearsal for War

President Mirza Fakhrul Begins First Official Activities at Bangabhaban

No Irregularities Will Be Tolerated, I Want to Serve the Health Ministry with Integrity: Health Minister

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