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Ensure quick implementation of development projects: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has asked civil servants to ensure quick implementation of the government’s development programmes to steer the country towards prosperity.
13 February 2016, 15:19 PM
US recognises Bangladesh’s commitment to democracy: Embassy
Bangladesh maintained its broad commitment to democracy which is one of the core values of US government, its Under-Secretary of State for Political Affairs Thomas Shannon has said.
13 February 2016, 06:46 AM
Govt to introduce Nat'l e-Service Bus
The government is going to introduce National e-Service Bus to ensure sharing of digital information, improve e-services accessibility and facilitate interoperability of inter-government agencies.
12 February 2016, 18:00 PM
Law against denial of Liberation War facts drafted
Responding to demands from different organisations, the Law Commission has drafted the Liberation War Denial
12 February 2016, 18:00 PM
Unesco to assess Rampal power plant's impacts on Sundarbans
A high-profile Unesco delegation will visit the Sundarbans soon to assess the possible impacts of the proposed coal-based Rampal power plant on the world's largest mangrove forest.
12 February 2016, 10:47 AM
Govt to acquire 43 acres in two months for tourism boost
Within two months the government will acquire 43 acres of land to build tourism infrastructures at Patenga and Parki sea beaches of Chittagong.
11 February 2016, 18:00 PM
Hasina very strong leader in fight against terrorism: US envoy
The United States has highly appreciated Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s strong leadership role in fighting terrorism, and hoped that Bangladesh will continue to demonstrate its ‘strong commitment’.
11 February 2016, 15:21 PM
Body formed to monitor SIM re-registration system
A two-member committee is formed to monitor the biometric system of mobile phone SIM re-registration following some anomalies found in the system, State Minister for Post and Telecommunication Tarana Halim says.
11 February 2016, 09:00 AM
President directs EC to maintain dignity
President Abdul Hamid yesterday urged the Election Commission (EC) to maintain its dignity as a constitutional body
10 February 2016, 18:00 PM
HC orders emergency services for injured persons at all hospitals
The High Court directes the government to take necessary steps for providing emergency medical services to all critically injured persons in government and private hospitals across the country
10 February 2016, 13:24 PM
13,830 pass BCS preliminary test
The 36th Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) preliminary examination results are published today, with 13,830 having passed the exam.
10 February 2016, 12:58 PM
Make the best use of education: PM to students
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina urges students to make best use of their scope of education through paying maximum attention to their academic activities.
10 February 2016, 11:12 AM
Dhaka concerned at N Korea rocket launch
Dhaka expresses deep concern over the recent rocket launch by North Korea and urges the country to refrain from any action that might escalate tension in the Korean Peninsula.
10 February 2016, 10:50 AM
Citizens to get smart ID cards soon: Minister
Smart national identity cards will be distributed among citizens very soon as preparation for their distribution is almost completed, Law Minister Anisul Huq told parliament today.
9 February 2016, 15:24 PM
Ecnec clears road project to boost India-BD trade
The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council approves the 'Inter District Border Road Construction: Mymensingh and Netrakona Districts Part' with an outlay of Tk 457.30 crore, aiming to boost connectivity and trade between Bangladesh and India.
9 February 2016, 11:11 AM
Pakistan summons Bangladesh envoy
Diplomatic tension has further surfaced between Dhaka and Islamabad after Pakistan summoned the Bangladesh High Commissioner Suhrab Hossain this afternoon.
8 February 2016, 17:27 PM
3 Appellate Division judges take oath
Three judges, latest additions in the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court, have taken oath this morning at the apex court premises.
8 February 2016, 04:34 AM
3 HC judges appointed to Appellate Division
Three High Court judges are appointed to the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court. The judges -- Justice Mirza Hossain Haider, Justice Md Nizamul Huq and Justice Md Bazlur Rahman -- will be sworn-in tomorrow morning.
7 February 2016, 08:58 AM
PM seeks engineers’ help in attaining 7% GDP growth
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina seeks all-out cooperation from engineers in attaining seven percent GDP growth this fiscal year saying that the key to development is in the hands of engineers.
6 February 2016, 09:13 AM
Democracy needs active role of newspapers: President
President Abdul Hamid calls upon all newspapers to continue their contributions to the development of the country through responsible journalism. Addressing a programme marking the 25th anniversary of The Daily Star, he says all the media must work to fight extremism and terrorism.
5 February 2016, 05:12 AM