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Islamic Foundation forms new Board of Governors, three scholars added

The new Board of Governors of Islamic Foundation Bangladesh (IFA) has been formed. Five renowned scholars of the country have been nominated as governors in the new board. Among them, three have been given the responsibility anew.

3 weeks ago 705 views

National

Integrated and efficient public service is the main goal of digital transformation: ICT Minister

The Minister of Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology and Science and Technology, Fakir Mahbub Anam, commented that the goal of digital transformation is not just bringing government services online; rather, it is to ensure improved public service by making government institutions integrated, efficient and accountable.

3 weeks ago 424 views

Expatriates

Over 54,000 expatriates received NID in 14 countries

In the voter registration and National Identity Card (NID) programme abroad, 54,477 expatriates from 14 countries have received NIDs. Of them, more than 28,000 smart cards have been printed and sent to the respective countries.

3 weeks ago 626 views

National

We don't give shelter to Indian terrorists, hope India won't either: State Minister

Bangladesh will not shelter any terrorist who has fled India, and similarly, it expects India will not shelter any terrorist who has fled Bangladesh, said State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humayun Kabir. He also commented that if positive cooperation between the two countries on this issue continues, the relationship will improve further.

3 weeks ago 408 views

Dhaka

If they sit on footpaths again, arrest if necessary: DSCC Administrator

Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) Administrator Bir Muktijoddha Md. Abdus Salam has said that eviction drives against those conducting business by occupying footpaths will continue. He also said that if anyone sits on the footpath again after eviction, legal action will be taken and, if necessary, they will be arrested.

3 weeks ago 531 views

Country

If drugs are not eradicated, future generations will be ruined: Health Minister

Urging adoption of a zero-tolerance policy to eradicate drugs, Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Hossain Bakul said if drugs are not eradicated, future generations will be ruined.

3 weeks ago 411 views

National

Discussions ongoing with Delhi over Prime Minister's India visit: Humayun Kabir

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humayun Kabir has said discussions are underway between Dhaka and Delhi over Prime Minister Tareq Rahman's India visit. However, he said the date of the visit has not been finalized yet.

3 weeks ago 433 views

National

IPU Secretary pays courtesy call on Prime Minister

Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Secretary Anda Filip paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Tareq Rahman.

3 weeks ago 405 views

Country

Home Minister inaugurates drone training school in Sylhet

Home Minister Salauddin Ahmed inaugurated the 'Border Surveillance and Drone Warfare Training School' in Sylhet with the aim of strengthening border surveillance, increasing the use of drone technology, and building skilled manpower to operate modern equipment.

3 weeks ago 393 views

National

Local government elections are a big challenge for us: Mir Shah Alam

State Minister for Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Mir Shah Alam has said that there is a plan to complete the local government elections within the current fiscal year. He said holding free, fair and impartial elections is a big challenge for the government.

3 weeks ago 387 views

Country

Space seminar for students in Pabna titled ‘A School to Watch the Sky’

At Pabna Adarsha Girls High School, a space-related seminar titled ‘A School to Watch the Sky’ was held to increase students’ interest in science and astronomy.

3 weeks ago 423 views

National

Bangladesh-India relations will not progress if stuck in the past: Dinesh Trivedi

Despite various challenges in Bangladesh-India relations, Indian High Commissioner to Dhaka Dinesh Trivedi has emphasized moving forward towards the future rather than being stuck in past events.

3 weeks ago 371 views

Entertainment

At 16, parents made her leave home; actress shares harrowing experience

Mexican-born actress Srijla Guha moved to India with her parents as a child. However, the family followed Mexican social customs. According to that custom, when a child turns 16, they must leave home to become self-reliant.

3 weeks ago 1,214 views

Education

Salaries of MPO-listed teachers and employees also increasing

Teachers and employees of private educational institutions under MPO will also get the benefits of the new national pay structure. A high-level government source confirmed the matter on Tuesday.

3 weeks ago 729 views

National

Water Resources Minister and World Bank Bangladesh Mission Chief Exchange Views

A meeting was held between Water Resources Minister Md. Shahiduddin Chowdhury Annie MP and World Bank Bangladesh Mission Chief Jean Pesme.

3 weeks ago 397 views

World

US lifts immigrant visa suspension for 75 countries including Bangladesh

The United States has lifted the suspension imposed on issuing immigrant visas to citizens of 75 countries, including Bangladesh. Following a federal court ruling, the suspension has been ineffective since August 21. The matter was also confirmed on the US State Department's website updated on August 28.

3 weeks ago 661 views

National

In Mecca Pact, 'Bangladesh First' policy will be followed: Shama Obaed

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed said that in the case of the Mecca Pact, the 'Bangladesh First' policy will be followed by giving utmost importance to the country's interests.

3 weeks ago 370 views

National

Load shedding to reduce within a very short time: PM's information adviser

Prime Minister's Information and Broadcasting Adviser Dr. Zahid Ur Rahman has said that the load shedding caused by the power crisis in the country will largely decrease within a very short time.

3 weeks ago 393 views

Tarique Rahman pays tribute at Zia and Khaleda Zia's graves

Politics

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Tarique Rahman pays tribute at Zia and Khaleda Zia's graves

On the occasion of BNP's 48th founding anniversary, Prime Minister and BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman paid tribute at the graves of the party's founder, martyr President Ziaur Rahman, and former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia.

4 weeks ago 482 views

National

Health Minister urges raising awareness about harms of tobacco and nicotine in every home

Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Hossain has called for raising awareness in every home to protect future generations from the harmful effects of tobacco and nicotine.

4 weeks ago 682 views

Islamic Foundation forms new Board of Governors, three scholars added

Integrated and efficient public service is the main goal of digital transformation: ICT Minister

Over 54,000 expatriates received NID in 14 countries

We don't give shelter to Indian terrorists, hope India won't either: State Minister

If they sit on footpaths again, arrest if necessary: DSCC Administrator

If drugs are not eradicated, future generations will be ruined: Health Minister

Discussions ongoing with Delhi over Prime Minister's India visit: Humayun Kabir

IPU Secretary pays courtesy call on Prime Minister

Home Minister inaugurates drone training school in Sylhet

Local government elections are a big challenge for us: Mir Shah Alam

Space seminar for students in Pabna titled ‘A School to Watch the Sky’

Bangladesh-India relations will not progress if stuck in the past: Dinesh Trivedi

At 16, parents made her leave home; actress shares harrowing experience

Salaries of MPO-listed teachers and employees also increasing

Water Resources Minister and World Bank Bangladesh Mission Chief Exchange Views

US lifts immigrant visa suspension for 75 countries including Bangladesh

In Mecca Pact, 'Bangladesh First' policy will be followed: Shama Obaed

Load shedding to reduce within a very short time: PM's information adviser

Tarique Rahman pays tribute at Zia and Khaleda Zia's graves

Health Minister urges raising awareness about harms of tobacco and nicotine in every home

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