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Halal Economy a Major Opportunity; Bangladesh Can Become Global Halal Hub Using ASEAN Experience

Commerce Minister Khandker Abdul Muktadir has called for reducing dependence on traditional export commodities and focusing on emerging sectors. He urged building a strong, internationally standardised halal ecosystem by leveraging the experience of the ASEAN region.

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19 rail coaches coming from India, first rake with special facilities rolls out today

For Bangladesh Railway, India's Rail Coach Factory (RCF) in Kapurthala has built the first rake of 19 LHB broad-gauge passenger coaches. Today, Wednesday (12 August), this rake is scheduled to be formally rolled out.

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World to see rare total solar eclipse in just a few hours

In just a few hours, the world is set to witness a rare total solar eclipse. This cosmic spectacle happens when the Sun, the Moon, and the Earth align in a straight line. Although the last such event occurred in April 2024, after two years the people of the world—especially those in Europe—are set to see a total solar eclipse again.

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Economy

Gold prices rise again in country's market, know the new prices

Bangladesh Jewellers Association (Bajus) has again increased gold prices in the domestic market. Yesterday (Tuesday) it was increased by Tk 1,108 per bhori, effective from 10am.

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Religion

Today is the holy Akheri Chahar Somba

Today, 12 August, is the holy Akheri Chahar Somba. 'Akheri' means last, 'Chahar' means the month of Safar, and 'Somba' means Wednesday—these three words together convey the concept of 'the last Wednesday of the month of Safar'. In various regions of Bangladesh, India and Pakistan, the day is observed with religious and social significance.

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Football

Neymar could join Inter Miami with Messi-Suarez

Barcelona's famous 'MSN' trio may take the field together again—this time in the jersey of Inter Miami in Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States. There is speculation in the football world that Brazilian superstar Neymar could join the team alongside Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez.

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Record load shedding across country amid fuel crisis, power shortage worsens

Although the country's installed power generation capacity is about 29,000 MW, nearly half of the demand cannot be met even after generation due to fuel crisis and financial constraints. Gas shortages, reduced generation from Payra and Adani power plants, and the inability to run costly oil-fired plants adequately have caused a major shortfall in power generation and supply. As a result, load shedding has increased across the country, with rural people suffering the most.

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South Korean delegation meets Expatriates' Welfare Minister and Deputy Minister

This afternoon, a South Korean delegation paid a courtesy call on Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury. The delegation was led by Han Un-suk, Director of the Ministry of Employment and Labor of South Korea. Expatriates' Welfare Deputy Minister Md. Nurul Haque was also present.

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Bangladesh’s Demography Cannot Be Understood Through Immigrant Perspectives: Information Minister

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan has stated that the historical and anthropological realities of immigrant nations bear no resemblance to Bangladesh’s context. Therefore, it is not possible to understand Bangladesh’s demography and national identity through the lens of immigrant experiences or mindsets.

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Industry

Technology-based steps urgent in eco-friendly initiatives in ready-made garment industry: Environment Minister

Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Abdul Awal Mintu, MP, said realistic and technology-based initiatives must be taken to ensure environmental compliance in the ready-made garment and textile industry. He also stressed taking effective and timely steps considering the industry's reality, technological capacity and international competition.

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Title: Bangladesh Tourism Corporation Honours July Martyrs and Injured Fighters

Marking the July Mass Uprising Day 2026, the Bangladesh Tourism Corporation organised a ceremony to honour the family members of martyred fighters and injured July revolutionaries. The event was held on Tuesday at the Tourism Building in Agargaon, with Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanum, MP, attending as the chief guest.

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Economy

State will be strong only if people are economically strong: PM

Prime Minister Tareq Rahman said the government’s main objective is to take the country to an economically and socially strong position. He said ensuring people’s economic capability alongside political rights is essential. For this, the government will provide all kinds of policy support to encourage domestic entrepreneurs to invest and create employment.

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Agriculture

Minister seeks US technical assistance in modernizing agriculture, fisheries and livestock sectors

Agriculture and Fisheries and Livestock Minister Mohammad Amin Ur Rashid has sought US technical assistance for modernizing the agriculture, fisheries and livestock sectors, increasing production and producing safe food.

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Importance must be given to technical and job-oriented education alongside general education: Mir Helal

State Minister for Land and Chittagong Hill Tracts Affairs Barrister Mir Mohammad Helal Uddin MP said, there is no alternative to skilled manpower for achieving overall development and progress of the country. Therefore, we need to focus on practical and job-oriented education rather than limiting our young students to certificate-centric or conventional academic education.

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Teesta Master Plan Intimately Linked with Fortune and Prosperity of Northern Region: Asadul Habib Dulu

Disaster Management and Relief Minister Asadul Habib Dulu MP said the Teesta Master Plan is intimately linked with the fortune and prosperity of the northern region. If this master plan is implemented, the northern region will be freed from disasters like floods and droughts and become a prosperous region. For this reason, the current patriotic democratic government is committed to implementing this project.

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BLRI-invented avian influenza and goat pox vaccines to be commercially produced and delivered to farmers: Fisheries and Livestock and Agriculture Minister

Fisheries and Livestock and Agriculture Minister Mohammad Aminur Rashid has said that avian influenza and goat pox vaccines invented by Bangladesh Livestock Research Institute (BLRI) will be commercially produced and delivered to farmers.

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Economy

Prime Minister's meeting with AmCham delegation; assurance of all kinds of support for foreign investment

Prime Minister Tareq Rahman said that currently there is a very favorable environment for investment in Bangladesh. The government is fully prepared to provide all necessary cooperation to interested foreign investors.

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Inclusive and climate-resilient water management to be developed: Water Resources Minister

Water Resources Minister Md. Shahiduddin Chowdhury Annie, MP, said the government is working to build a safe, inclusive, sustainable and climate-resilient water management system for future generations. He also expressed commitment to build a livable, safe and prosperous Bangladesh with everyone through collective efforts and partnerships.

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First-ever watercraft census in history for safe navigation August 20-29

To build a safe, orderly and effective water transport system, the country's first-ever 'Watercraft Census 2026' will be conducted. Under the initiative of the Ministry of Shipping and with the assistance of Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS), this census will be held nationwide from August 20 to 29. State Minister for Shipping Md Rajib Ahsan, MP, said this in his presidential address at the inaugural ceremony of a three-day training programme for coordinators, held today (August 11) at Bangladesh Statistics Building in the capital.

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Swedish Ambassador pays courtesy call on Home Minister

Swedish Ambassador to Bangladesh Nicolas Linus Ragnar Weeks paid a courtesy call on Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed today at his office in the Ministry of Home Affairs at the Bangladesh Secretariat.

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Halal Economy a Major Opportunity; Bangladesh Can Become Global Halal Hub Using ASEAN Experience

19 rail coaches coming from India, first rake with special facilities rolls out today

World to see rare total solar eclipse in just a few hours

Gold prices rise again in country's market, know the new prices

Today is the holy Akheri Chahar Somba

Neymar could join Inter Miami with Messi-Suarez

Record load shedding across country amid fuel crisis, power shortage worsens

South Korean delegation meets Expatriates' Welfare Minister and Deputy Minister

Bangladesh’s Demography Cannot Be Understood Through Immigrant Perspectives: Information Minister

Technology-based steps urgent in eco-friendly initiatives in ready-made garment industry: Environment Minister

Title: Bangladesh Tourism Corporation Honours July Martyrs and Injured Fighters

State will be strong only if people are economically strong: PM

Minister seeks US technical assistance in modernizing agriculture, fisheries and livestock sectors

Importance must be given to technical and job-oriented education alongside general education: Mir Helal

Teesta Master Plan Intimately Linked with Fortune and Prosperity of Northern Region: Asadul Habib Dulu

BLRI-invented avian influenza and goat pox vaccines to be commercially produced and delivered to farmers: Fisheries and Livestock and Agriculture Minister

Prime Minister's meeting with AmCham delegation; assurance of all kinds of support for foreign investment

Inclusive and climate-resilient water management to be developed: Water Resources Minister

First-ever watercraft census in history for safe navigation August 20-29

Swedish Ambassador pays courtesy call on Home Minister

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