Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has directed the Housing and Public Works Ministry to conduct a quick feasibility study on relocating the Bangladesh Secretariat from Segunbagicha to Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, at the site of the former International Trade Fair grounds. The move is aimed at reducing Continue Reading
President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has called upon the youth and socio-voluntary organizations to raise awareness and forge a robust social movement against narcotics. He made the remarks on Wednesday at Bangabhaban during a courtesy call paid by a 38-member delegation from Ahoban, a socio-cultural platform representing young students and professionals from Thakurgaon Continue Reading
The government pledged to build a “meritocratic Bangladesh” in public administration, promising a state apparatus free from political influence, highly skilled, and accountable. However, seven to eight months into its tenure, questions have surfaced regarding the pace and nature of transformation, particularly at the senior secretary level. A substantial number Continue Reading
Most of Bangladesh’s rivers are now facing a serious crisis. The Farakka Barrage has severely reduced the flow of the rivers, threatening agriculture, livelihoods, food security and the environment. The diversion of Ganges water during the dry season has disrupted life in southwestern Bangladesh. As a result, the country faces major losses in agriculture, fisheries, […]Continue Reading
Baul singer Abdur Rahman Boyati’s popular song says, “You turned the key and left it open; it has been going on throughout my life.” Sheikh Hasina, who fled to Delhi after being sentenced to death, appears to have adopted a similar strategy. Sitting in Delhi, she announced on August 5 that she would return to […]Continue Reading
The New Mooring Container Terminal (NCT) of Chittagong Port is finally being leased out to a foreign operator on a long-term basis. A concession agreement is set to be signed today, Thursday, with the Dubai-based company DP World (United Arab Emirates). The signing ceremony has been arranged by the government at the Investment Bangladesh auditorium […]Continue Reading
Government funds worth crores of taka allocated to improve road connectivity in Savar and Ashulia’s industrial areas are at risk of being wasted due to alleged irregularities involving contractors and officials responsible for supervision. Field investigations, complaints from local residents and discussions with officials of the Upazila Engineering Office revealed serious Continue Reading
A three-month-long “Cox’s Bazar Tourism Carnival 2026” will be held for the first time at the world’s longest uninterrupted sea beach. The event will begin on November 1 and continue until January 31, 2027. The carnival will feature various entertainment, sports, cultural and creative programmes for local and foreign tourists during both the day and […]Continue Reading
Saudi Arabia has introduced a new facility allowing eligible family members of skilled foreign workers to enter the country while the workers’ employment visas are still being processed. The Interior Ministry announced the move on Tuesday. According to Arab News, the initiative was introduced jointly by the Saudi Foreign Ministry and the Ministry of Human […]Continue Reading
Bangladesh Bank has allowed eligible borrowers to open foreign currency (FC) accounts to hold funds from approved foreign loans in foreign currency. Designated authorised dealer (AD) banks can now open such accounts in the names of eligible borrowers. However, the funds must be used only for the purposes for which the foreign loans were approved. […]Continue Reading






















