The government has extended the tenure of five reform commissions until April 30 to complete their tasks. Separate notifications were issued in this regard by the Cabinet Division on Thursday (March 27). The commissions are the Women’s Reform Commission, Health Sector Reform

Two journalists were attacked, and one of their motorcycles was set on fire allegedly by Chhatra Dal activists in front of the main gate of the Barishal District and Sessions Judge Court on Thursday (March 27). The injured journalists, Nurul Amin Rasel of Dainik Barishal Protidin and

Bangladesh received a record-breaking remittance inflow in March, with expatriates sending 2.94 billion US dollars (Tk 362.23 billion) in the first 26 days of the month ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr. Bangladesh Bank Executive Director and Spokesperson Md Arif Hossain Khan shared the data on

A Dhaka court today sentenced controversial contractor Golam Kibria Shamim, alias GK Shamim, to five and a half years in jail for amassing illegal wealth.  Judge Md Robiul Alam of Dhaka Special Judge Court-4 passed the judgement. The court fined the convict Tk one lakh, in

A mild heatwave is currently sweeping over Rajshahi, Rangamati, Feni, Sitakunda, Jashore, Bagerhat, and Patuakhali, and may persist, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD). The Met office said that both day and night temperatures may rise slightly, with dry weather

The Election Tribunal has declared Ishraq Hossain, the BNP candidate, as the winner of the Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) election held on February 1, 2020. The verdict was announced by Mohammad Nurul Islam, the First Joint District Judge of Dhaka, on Thursday (March 27).

Members of police have arrested a group of people who carried out an alleged robbery at a house in Dhaka’s Dhanmondi early Wednesday (March 26).  The criminals disguised themselves as members of law enforcement, intelligence officers, informants, a magistrate, and even

The government has assured Dhaka residents that law enforcement agencies will remain highly alert during Eid-ul-Fitr holidays to ensure safety. Senior Secretary of the Home Ministry, Nasimul Gani expressed confidence that no unexpected incidents would occur during Eid holidays. He

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has written a letter to Muhammad Yunus, chief advisor to Bangladesh's interim government, to wish people of Bangladesh on the ocassion of Independence Day and reiterating India's commitment to advancing the partnership between the two countries.

Ban Ki-moon, Chairman of the Boao Forum for Asia and former UN Secretary General, met with Bangladesh's Chief Adviser, Professor Muhammad Yunus, today at the Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference in Hainan Province.  In addition, Qu Dongyu, Director General of the Food and

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has emphasized that his interim government has undertaken crucial reforms to restore public confidence in Bangladesh. “Our youth and citizens have shown remarkable resilience and determination in shaping the nation’s future. To rebuild

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today (March 27) called on Asian nations to chart a clear roadmap for collective growth and prosperity. He said: “In this rapidly changing world, the destinies of Asian countries are interconnected. We must define a clear path towards a

The holy Shab-e-Qadr, also known as Lailatul Qadr, will be observed across the country tonight.  Muslims will spend the night in prayers, reciting the Quran, and seeking blessings from almighty Allah. Tomorrow has been declared a public holiday.  Special articles will

US President Donald Trump has extended his greetings to Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus and the people of Bangladesh on the occasion of the country’s Independence Day. "On behalf of the American people, I wish you and the people of Bangladesh a happy Independence Day.

Chief Adviser of Bangladesh, Professor Muhammad Yunus, attended the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) conference today (March 27), where he delivered his speech at the opening plenary session. The session, held at the BFA International Convention Center in Hainan, was also attended by Lao PDR

Executive Vice Premier of the State Council of China, Ding Xuexiang, called on Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today (March 27) on the sidelines of the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) conference in China. He met the Bangladesh chief adviser at Bo'ao State Guest House at Qionghai,

The holy Shab-e-Qadr, also known as Lailatul Qadr (the Night of Decree), will be observed across the country tomorrow (March 27) night.  This sacred night marks the revelation of the first verses of the Holy Quran to Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH). Muslims will spend the night

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus arrived in Hainan, China, today to attend the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) conference. A special flight carrying Prof Yunus and his entourage landed at Qionghai Boao International Airport at 4:15 PM (BST), confirmed Deputy Press Secretary Abul Kalam

Gas supply will be suspended for eight hours in parts of northern Dhaka on Thursday, according to Titas Gas Transmission and Distribution PLC. The suspension will affect all types of consumers in Nikunja-1, Nikunja-2, Khilkhet, Concord City (up to the riverbank), Namapara, and

Five Eid jamaats (congregations) will be held at the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque in Dhaka on the day of Eid-ul-Fitr, an Islamic Foundation press release said today (March 26). According to the release, the first Eid jamaat will be held at 7am. The second will take place at 8am