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4,435 fresh Covid cases in India, highest single-day rise in 163 days
12:17 PM, 05 Apr 2023 WednesdayIndia on Wednesday recorded 4,435 new COVID-19 infections, the biggest single-day jump in 163 days (five months and 13 days), while the number of active cases increased to 23,091, according to Union health ministry data.
Google says its AI supercomputer is faster, greener than Nvidia A100 chip
11:44 AM, 05 Apr 2023 WednesdayAlphabet Inc's Google released on Tuesday new details about the supercomputers it uses to train its artificial intelligence models, saying the systems are both faster and more power-efficient than comparable systems from Nvidia Corp.
Soaring prices dampen UK Ramadan celebrations
11:10 AM, 05 Apr 2023 WednesdayDespite the enticing produce in their windows, Muslim-owned retailers on east London's Brick Lane are unusually quiet as a cost-of-living crisis bites into Ramadan earnings.
Former caretaker govt adviser Rokia Afzal dies
10:45 AM, 05 Apr 2023 WednesdayFormer adviser of the caretaker government and renowned businesswoman Rokia Afzal Rahman has passed away. She was 82. She died in her sleep at the Mt. Elizabeth Novena Hospital in Singapore early Wednesday (local time).
NU admission process begins today
10:02 AM, 05 Apr 2023 WednesdayThe admission process for first-year honours students at National University (NU) for the 2022-23 academic session will begin at 4pm on Wednesday.
Finland joins NATO in historic shift sparked by Russia's war
09:18 AM, 05 Apr 2023 WednesdayFinland's blue-and-white Nordic cross flag was hoisted outside NATO headquarters on Tuesday as it became the alliance's 31st member, in a historic realignment of Europe's defences spurred by Russia's war on Ukraine.
Trump charged with 34 felony counts in hush money scheme
08:40 AM, 05 Apr 2023 WednesdayFormer United States President Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty in New York City to a string of charges linked to hush-money payments ahead of the 2016 presidential vote, including one made to an adult film star.
Strong structural reforms can help Bangladesh sustain growth: WB
05:46 PM, 04 Apr 2023 TuesdayBangladesh made a rapid recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic supported by prudent macroeconomic policies, but the economy now faces considerable challenges with global economic uncertainty, rising inflationary pressure, energy shortages, a balance-of-payments deficit...
HC postpones verdict on Gazipur mayor’s suspension
05:32 PM, 04 Apr 2023 TuesdayThe High Court on Tuesday postponed the date for delivering a verdict on a writ filed challenging the validity of the suspension order made against Gazipur City Corporation (GCC) mayor Mohammad Jahangir Alam.
Flax seeds can reduce the risk of cancer
05:12 PM, 04 Apr 2023 TuesdayFlaxseeds and flax oil have immense health benefits. They are useful in many health conditions, including cancer, heart disease, acne, diabetes, etc.
Trial run of train over Padma Bridge ends safely
04:35 PM, 04 Apr 2023 TuesdayRailway Minister Nurul Islam Sujan on Tuesday inaugurated the test run of a special train from Bhanga to Mawa via the Padma Bridge. The train began its journey at 1:22pm and reached Mawa at 3:24pm. The first train crossed the Padma Bridge on trial basis packed with enthusiastic political leaders and activists.
Donald Trump to surrender to history-making criminal charges
04:20 PM, 04 Apr 2023 TuesdayAn extraordinary moment in U.S. history is scheduled to unfold in a Manhattan courthouse on Tuesday: Former President Donald Trump, who faces multiple election-related investigations, will surrender to face criminal charges stemming from 2016 hush money payments.
Australia bans TikTok on government devices
03:37 PM, 04 Apr 2023 TuesdayAustralia said Tuesday it will ban TikTok on government devices, joining a growing list of Western nations cracking down on the Chinese-owned app due to national security fears.
Ireland fold for 214 after Taijul five-for
03:25 PM, 04 Apr 2023 TuesdayIreland were bowled out for 214 against Bangladesh, 26 minutes before of the end of the first day's play in their first Test in almost four years.
‘5-6 thousand shops gutted in Bangabazar fire’
03:08 PM, 04 Apr 2023 TuesdaySome 5,000 to 6,000 shops of six markets were gutted in a massive fire in the capital’s Bangabazar on Tuesday. Jahirul Islam, General Secretary of Bangabazar Shop Owners Association and Director of the Anexco Tower, claimed it around 1pm.
Bangabazar market fire under control after 6.30 hours
02:02 PM, 04 Apr 2023 TuesdayThe massive fire, which broke out at Bangabazar market in the capital Dhaka early Tuesday, was brought under control at 12:36pm after around 6.30 hours. Brigadier General Md Main Uddin, Director General of Fire Service and Civil Defence, confirmed the matter to Jago News.
US says it kills senior IS commander in Syria
01:10 PM, 04 Apr 2023 TuesdayThe US has said it has carried out a strike in Syria, killing a senior Islamic State (IS) leader it believes was responsible for planning attacks in Europe.
Bangladesh bowlers dominate opening session with 3 Ireland wickets
12:54 PM, 04 Apr 2023 TuesdayIreland lost three wickets for 65 runs in their first session, on their return to Test whites after almost four years, against Bangladesh. Ireland captain Andrew Balbirnie decided to bat first after winning the toss for the sixth time on this tour.
Adani Ports & SEZ acquires Karaikal Port for Rs 1,485 crores
12:29 PM, 04 Apr 2023 TuesdayAdani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ), the largest transport utility in India, has completed the acquisition of Karaikal Port Private Limited (KPPL) pursuant to NCLT approval.
PM for streamlining global-individual country's efforts to face climate change
12:03 PM, 04 Apr 2023 TuesdayPrime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Tuesday stressed the need for streamlining global-individual country's efforts with responsive policy and planning to overcome the climate change impacts to build a better world for all.