The public has been reassured by government representatives that Bangladesh has sufficient fertiliser stockpiles to ensure farmers receive supplies continuously during the current growing season. Data from the Ministry of Agriculture indicates that official allocations and regional demand are Continue Reading
Ekhlach Haque Ordinary buses are being converted into sleeper coaches at roadside garages and workshops without approved designs or engineering advice, raising serious safety concerns for passengers. Sleeper buses have become increasingly popular on long-distance and tourist routes, offering passengers greater comfort. However, experts warn that unauthorised Continue Reading
Hefazat-e-Islam Bangladesh has congratulated former BNP secretary general and former minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on his election as president. In a statement on Friday, Hefazat Ameer Allama Muhibbullah Babunagari and Secretary General Allama Sajedur Rahman expressed hope that Mirza Fakhrul would uphold justice, fairness, public welfare and Islamic values while Continue Reading
Severe river erosion has hit West Jotpara in Khaskaulia Union of Chauhali upazila in Sirajganj as water levels in the Jamuna continue to rise following an upstream flash flood. Farmland and homesteads are being washed away, putting more than 100 families at risk. The erosion, which began Thursday afternoon, is occurring along nearly a kilometre […]Continue Reading
The Cabinet Division has issued a notification assigning portfolios to four newly appointed ministers and two state ministers following a major reshuffle in the BNP-led government. Portfolios of several ministries have also been reassigned. Signed by Cabinet Division Secretary Nasimul Gani late Friday night, the notification assigned BNP Standing Committee member Dr Abdul Continue Reading
Following reports that Gaibandha-4 MP Mohammad Shamim Kaiser Lincoln may be given responsibility as State Minister for Religious Affairs, Pir Saheb of Charchina Darbar Sharif, Alhaj Hazrat Maulana Shah Abu Nasr Nesaruddin Ahmed Hussain, has expressed concern and protest over the possibility. In a statement, the Pir Saheb urged the Prime Minister to consider the […]Continue Reading
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s possible visit to New Delhi was hinted at in a notice later withdrawn by India’s President’s Office. The notice, issued on Friday, said the regular ‘Change of Guard’ ceremony at the President’s Palace would not be held on Saturday because of a full rehearsal for the formal reception of the […]Continue Reading
Four new ministers and two state ministers have joined Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s cabinet. They took the oath at Bangabhaban on Friday evening, August 21, shortly after the swearing-in of President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir. The four new ministers are Dr Abdul Moin Khan, Barrister Andaliv Rahman Partha, Saching Pru Jerry and M Rashiduzzaman Millat. […]Continue Reading
Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has been sworn in as the 23rd President of Bangladesh. Acting Speaker Barrister Kaiser Kamal administered the oath at the Darbar Hall of Bangabhaban at around 7:30pm on Friday. Prime Minister and BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman, his wife Dr Zubaida Rahman, former Acting President Hafiz Uddin Ahmed Bir Bikram, Chief Justice […]Continue Reading
Bangladesh’s industrial sector is facing a severe energy crisis, with shortages of gas, electricity and fuel disrupting production across major industrial areas. More than 100 factories reportedly stopped production in the past week, while output at more than 150 factories has fallen to about one-third of capacity. The crisis has affected the ready-made garment, Continue Reading





















