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High Court issues rule asking why minimum educational qualification for UP chairman should not be a bachelor's degree

High Court issues rule asking why minimum educational qualification for UP chairman should not be a bachelor's degree

The High Court has issued a rule asking why necessary directives should not be given to set a bachelor's degree as the minimum educational qualification for candidates contesting for the post of Union Parishad (UP) chairman.

Thunderstorms likely in 17 districts by noon, cautionary signal at river ports

Thunderstorms likely in 17 districts by noon, cautionary signal at river ports

The Meteorological Department has said that 17 districts of the country may experience gusty or squally winds of 45 to 60 kilometers per hour along with thunderstorms by noon on Wednesday (July 22).

BNP leader gets committee position 5 months after death

BNP leader gets committee position 5 months after death

In Nageshwari upazila of Kurigram, the inclusion of a BNP leader who died five months ago in the newly announced union BNP committee has sparked widespread discussion and criticism.

US spends $37.5 billion on Iran war, Pentagon seeks additional $87 billion

US spends $37.5 billion on Iran war, Pentagon seeks additional $87 billion

The US expenditure in the ongoing conflict with Iran has reached $37.5 billion. This spending has increased by nearly $8 billion compared to the latest account published in May. In this situation, the US Department of Defense has asked Congress for an additional $87 billion allocation.

Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi released hours after detention

Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi released hours after detention

Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi, who were detained by Delhi Police during a protest in front of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official residence, were released after a few hours.

Teesta water 1 cm below danger level, riverbank residents fear flood

Teesta water 1 cm below danger level, riverbank residents fear flood

Due to upstream hill runoff and continuous rainfall, the water level of the Teesta River is rising rapidly again. This has raised the risk of flooding in low-lying areas along the Teesta, including Lalmonirhat.

Pabna SP Sufi Ullah transferred in two and a half months, new SP Abu Ashraf

Pabna SP Sufi Ullah transferred in two and a half months, new SP Abu Ashraf

Pabna Superintendent of Police (SP) Md. Sufi Ullah has been transferred in less than two and a half months. He has been succeeded by Abu Ashraf, Superintendent of Police of the Anti-Terrorism Unit (ATU) Dhaka.

Jadu Mia's role in Ziaur Rahman's political leadership was historic: Information Minister

Jadu Mia's role in Ziaur Rahman's political leadership was historic: Information Minister

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan said that in the political history of Bangladesh, one of the biggest contributions of Moshiur Rahman Jadu Mia was providing leadership and guidance in the process of transforming the martyred President Ziaur Rahman from a military officer into a successful political leader. In continuation of his far-sighted political decisions, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) was established and the political stream of Bangladeshi nationalism was consolidated.

CNG filling stations across the country to remain closed for 18 hours on July 30 demanding commission increase

CNG filling stations across the country to remain closed for 18 hours on July 30 demanding commission increase

The Bangladesh CNG Filling Station and Conversion Workshop Owners Association has announced that all CNG filling stations across the country will remain closed from 6:00 AM to 12:00 AM on Thursday, July 30, demanding an increase in commission.

Paid propaganda campaign targeting the Prime Minister and his trusted individuals by domestic and foreign circles

Paid propaganda campaign targeting the Prime Minister and his trusted individuals by domestic and foreign circles

The tenure of the BNP-led government has just crossed five months. Within this short period, unprecedented positive changes have become visible in the country, which were unimaginable during any previous government. After assuming office as Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman has taken one important and commendable initiative after another and set numerous unprecedented examples. These activities of the government are being widely praised at home and abroad. However, jealous of this, rival political groups have entered the field with different tactics.

BFTI will be the national think tank for international trade research: Commerce Minister

BFTI will be the national think tank for international trade research: Commerce Minister

Commerce Minister Khondaker Abdul Muktadir has said that the Bangladesh Foreign Trade Institute (BFTI) will be developed as a strong national think tank in the areas of international trade, trade law, economic research, and skill development.

AI training for 11,200 youths, international archery event starts in July

AI training for 11,200 youths, international archery event starts in July

To enhance the modern technology-based skills of young people, the Ministry of Youth and Sports will provide artificial intelligence (AI) training to 11,200 youths across 64 districts of the country. At the same time, a major international archery event, the 'World Archery Asia Presidents Challenge Cup', is set to be held in Bangladesh.

Fault at Maheshkhali LNG Terminal, Severe Gas Crisis in Titas Area

Fault at Maheshkhali LNG Terminal, Severe Gas Crisis in Titas Area

Due to a technical fault at the Maheshkhali LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) terminal, the supply of regasified LNG (RLNG) has decreased by approximately 450 million cubic feet (MMCFD). This has caused severe low gas pressure in the areas under Titas Gas Transmission and Distribution Company.

Focus on value-based education and safe digital environment, new priorities in primary education: Bobby Hajjaj

Focus on value-based education and safe digital environment, new priorities in primary education: Bobby Hajjaj

State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj said that the advancement of technology cannot be stopped. Therefore, children and adolescents should not be kept away from technology, but rather prepared for the future by teaching them safe, responsible, and positive use. He also mentioned that ensuring value-based education, community engagement, and a safe digital environment in primary education are the government's new priorities.

Saudi Arabia interested in investing $1 billion in Bangladesh's port sector

Saudi Arabia interested in investing $1 billion in Bangladesh's port sector

Saudi Arabia has expressed interest in investing approximately $1 billion (100 crore) in Bangladesh's ports, railways, and logistics sectors. High-level meetings have been held between the two countries on this matter.

1,511 drives in 3 months to curb ticket black marketing and ticketless travel, Tk 3.20 crore collected

1,511 drives in 3 months to curb ticket black marketing and ticketless travel, Tk 3.20 crore collected

The Ministry of Railways has intensified drives across the country to prevent railway ticket black marketing and ticketless travel. In the three months from April to June this year, 1,511 special drives were conducted, collecting Tk 3,20,80,551 in fares and fines.

Dengue cases and deaths decrease, maximum healthcare in flood-affected areas: Health Ministry

Dengue cases and deaths decrease, maximum healthcare in flood-affected areas: Health Ministry

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has said that the number of dengue cases and deaths in the country this year has significantly decreased compared to the same period last year. At the same time, field-level activities have been intensified to ensure maximum healthcare in flood-affected areas.

Country's food stock at record high, strict surveillance on food safety

Country's food stock at record high, strict surveillance on food safety

The Ministry of Food has said that the government food warehouses currently hold 23 lakh 87 thousand 545 metric tons of food grains, which is the highest in the country's history.

Plan to drill 121 new wells to increase gas production by 2030

Plan to drill 121 new wells to increase gas production by 2030

The Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources has accelerated gas exploration and production activities to strengthen energy security in the country.

Prime Minister will reshuffle cabinet if performance is unsatisfactory: Information Advisor

Prime Minister will reshuffle cabinet if performance is unsatisfactory: Information Advisor

The Prime Minister's Information Advisor, Dr. Zahid Ur Rahman, has stated that if any minister or advisor of the government fails to perform their duties as expected, the Prime Minister will make necessary changes to the cabinet or advisory council.