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BNP leader Dulu acquitted in explosives case
12:38 PM, 10 Dec 2024 TuesdayThe High Court has acquitted BNP's Organizing Secretary Ruhul Quddus Talukder Dulu, who had been sentenced to 12 years in prison under the Explosive Substances Act.
Shomi Kaiser gets bail in attempted murder case
12:15 PM, 10 Dec 2024 TuesdayThe High Court has granted bail to actress and former president of the e-Commerce Association of Bangladesh (e-CAB), Shomi Kaiser, in a case related to the attempted murder of businessman Ishtiaq Mahmud.
Arakan Army claims control of Myanmar-Bangladesh border
11:30 AM, 10 Dec 2024 TuesdayOne of the most powerful ethnic minority armed groups battling Myanmar’s army has claimed the capture of the last army outpost in the strategic western town of Maungdaw, gaining full control of the 271-kilometer (168-mile) -long border with Bangladesh.
Justin Trudeau survives third no-confidence vote
10:38 AM, 10 Dec 2024 TuesdayCanadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government on Monday survived a third vote of no confidence in as many months, brought by his main Tory rival.
Morocco sets stage for 2030 World Cup with Spain, Portugal
09:39 AM, 10 Dec 2024 TuesdayAfter decades of unsuccessful bids, Morocco will finally achieve its long-cherished dream of hosting the football World Cup in 2030, along with Spain and Portugal, in what the North African country hopes will boost its international image and economy.
104 journalists killed in 2024, over half in Gaza: IFJ
09:24 AM, 10 Dec 2024 TuesdayThis year has been "particularly deadly" for journalists with 104 killed worldwide, over half of them being in Gaza, the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) said Tuesday.
New Delhi wants to increase engagement with Dhaka: Misri
09:03 AM, 10 Dec 2024 TuesdayIndian foreign secretary Vikram Misri has said New Delhi wants to increase engagement with Bangladesh's Interim Government and make joint and concerted efforts to boost up relations between the two neighbours.
Nearly 200 killed in Haiti massacre
08:32 AM, 10 Dec 2024 TuesdayNearly 200 people in Haiti were killed in brutal weekend violence reportedly orchestrated against voodoo practitioners, with the government on Monday condemning a massacre of "unbearable cruelty."
No takers for offshore oil, gas exploration tender
07:41 PM, 09 Dec 2024 MondayDespite extending the deadline and attracting initial interest from seven foreign companies, no bids were submitted for oil and gas exploration in the Bay of Bengal, officials from Bangladesh Oil, Gas, and Mineral Resources Corporation (Petrobangla) confirmed.
Dhaka seeks action against Indian media propaganda
06:54 PM, 09 Dec 2024 MondayBangladesh has formally asked the Indian government to address propaganda, misinformation, and misleading narratives in Indian media regarding the July-August Uprising and allegations of hostility toward minorities in Bangladesh.
Beyond the numbers: 55% children suffer trauma, 37% avoid school
06:27 PM, 09 Dec 2024 MondayOver 55% of primary school children in Bangladesh are battling mental trauma, and more than 36% have lost interest in their studies as political violence, natural calamities, and the aftermath of Covid-19 have left an alarming mark on Bangladesh’s youngest generation.
47th BCS application process suspended
05:47 PM, 09 Dec 2024 MondayThe Bangladesh Public Service Commission (BPSC) has announced the suspension of the online application process for the 47th Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) examination. BPSC Public Relations Officer SM Matiur Rahman shared this information on Monday at around 4:45 pm.
Yunus urges EU to shift visa centers from Delhi to Dhaka
05:26 PM, 09 Dec 2024 MondayChief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus has called on European countries to relocate their visa centers for Bangladeshis from Delhi to Dhaka or another neighbouring country. He made this call during a meeting with European Union diplomats on Monday at the Chief Adviser's office in Tejgaon, Dhaka.
Announcement on reform, election process this month: Yunus
05:04 PM, 09 Dec 2024 MondayIterating that required reforms should be accomplished before holding the next national election, Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Monday hinted that they can come up with a kind of announcement this month on the reform and election process.
Writ seeks probe into wealth of 50 lower court judges, officials
04:57 PM, 09 Dec 2024 MondayA writ petition has been filed with the High Court seeking an investigation into allegations of illegal wealth and corruption involving nearly 50 judges and officials of lower courts across the country.
India keen to strengthen ties with Bangladeshi People: Vikram
04:46 PM, 09 Dec 2024 MondayIndian External Affairs Secretary Vikram Mishri has expressed India’s commitment to strengthening ties with the people of Bangladesh.
Yunus seeks EU's support in transforming energy sector
04:21 PM, 09 Dec 2024 MondayChief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Monday urged the European Union (EU) to provide support for Bangladesh to transform its energy sector.
Soybean oil price hiked by Tk8
04:11 PM, 09 Dec 2024 MondayThe price of soybean oil has been increased by Tk8 per liter. The decision to raise the price was announced during a briefing to the media at the Ministry of Commerce's conference room regarding the edible oil situation on Monday.
Taposh shown arrested for grabbing Gaan Bangla TV
03:53 PM, 09 Dec 2024 MondayA Dhaka court on Monday showed Kaushik Hossain Taposh arrested in a case lodged for allegedly grabbing private Gaan Bangla television.
Over 80,000 cops recruited in 15yrs on political grounds: Sazzat
03:31 PM, 09 Dec 2024 MondayDhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner said on Monday that, over the past 15 years, 80,000 to 90,000 members have been recruited into the police force based on political affiliations after verifying their identities.