Govt must address underlying reasons for continued price surges
Recent developments, such as India’s outreach to Myanmar’s armed groups, reflect a shifting regional strategy.
The share of unemployed tertiary-educated youth within the total unemployed population in Bangladesh increased to 27.8 percent in 2022 from 9.7 percent in 2013 as many struggled to find jobs that match their skills and educational qualifications, according to the latest World Bank (WB) report.
Reigning world champions Argentina remain top with 19 points, holding a three-point lead over Colombia, despite being held to a 1-1 draw by Venezuela in their previous match, where Lionel Messi returned from injury.
Kylian Mbappe is hoping his recent move to Real Madrid will take his already glittering career on the pitch to new heights, but the French superstar has become embroiled in off-field difficulties in recent months.
In a bombshell press conference on Thursday, Bangladesh ace all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan said that he had informed the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) that the upcoming South Africa Test series at home in October-November will be the last Test series of his career.
Hezbollah’s deputy secretary general Naim Qassem said yesterday his group has adopted “a new calculation” to inflict pain on Israel, even as he called for a ceasefire.
Fighters from a Myanmar ethnic armed group have seized another town along a strategic highway to China, the group and a resident said, in the latest setback for the embattled junta.
India yesterday signed a deal with the US State Department to buy 31 armed MQ-9B SkyGuardian and SeaGuardian High Altitude Long Endurance (HALE) drones, the South Asian nation’s defence ministry said.
Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Monday accused India of making a “fundamental error,” as an escalating row over the killing of a Sikh separatist on Canadian soil last year saw both countries expel each other’s ambassadors.
The Maldives president has sacked more than 225 political appointees, including ministers, in a bid to reduce the cash-strapped Indian Ocean nation’s expenditure, his office said yesterday.
Kushum Shikder, known for her powerful performances in “Gohine Shobdo” and the National Award-winning “Shankhachil,” has made a bold transition from an acclaimed actress to a filmmaker with her directorial debut, “Shoroter Joba.” Released on October 11, this marks a pivotal moment in her career, where she not only took the reins as director but also wrote the screenplay and led the film's production.
As concerts, exhibitions, and theatre performances return in full swing, Dhaka is once again set to embrace its cultural vibrancy.
Indian veteran actor Atul Parchure, widely recognised for his remarkable work in both Marathi and Hindi cinema, has passed away at the age of 57, as reported by The Indian Express.
The fall season in Bangladesh is rather interesting. The weather is either too hot or too cold, struggling to find a comfortable middle ground. With humidity lingering in the air and the occasional sprinkle of rain, we find ourselves questioning the weather forecast. As far as men’s fashion is concerned, this in-between weather is also the perfect time to try something a little outside the box.
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Here are a few ways to stay safe from dengue. While most people know these precautions, a timely reminder never hurts anyone.
Here’s how you can get your HSC 2024 answer scripts rechecked, often referred to as “HSC Board Challenge”.
Bangladesh's Bored Tunnelers invited to Elon Musk’s The Boring Company headquarters to trial their tunnel boring machine.
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Apple is set to reveal its latest Mac and iPad updates this October, featuring new M4 processors and the highly anticipated debut of Apple Intelligence, a suite of AI-driven tools. Expected highlights include a redesigned Mac Mini, updates to the MacBook Pro and iPad Mini, and potential USB-C upgrades for Apple’s accessories.
At last week’s Tesla Cybercab event, the company featured its humanoid robots, Optimus, as part of an immersive experience for attendees. The robots were seen mingling with the crowd, serving drinks, engaging in games, and even dancing. For many, the highlight was the ability of the robots to talk to guests, raising questions about how autonomous these machines truly were.
TikTok is laying off hundreds of employees globally, including about 500 in Malaysia, as it shifts to AI-driven content moderation.
The home ministry said that no cases can be filed against students and people who actively took part in the mass uprising of July-August.
Israel's military said a Hezbollah drone killed four soldiers at one of its northern bases Sunday
The construction cost of these houses was about Tk 1.5 crore
Israeli forces have attacked UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon. Two peacekeepers were wounded in Friday's attack. This is the third day in a row that Israeli forces have attacked peacekeepers. Four peacekeepers were injured in the attack. Various countries, including the UN, have strongly condemned the attack on peacekeepers, reports Reuters
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Environment, Forest and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan today said Bangladesh seeks climate justice since it suffers from the impacts of climate change
A delegation of the US-based LNG company calls on chief adviser
The shipping ministry today asked all parties involved in the maritime operations in Bangladesh to strictly follow international and national regulations concerning sanctioned vessels and cargoes
Dhaka's air continues to be unhealthy as it ranked 4th on the list of cities worldwide with the worst air quality with an AQI score of 186 at 9:00am today
Civil society members today called for urgent action to protect women who are affected by the current floods, as well as all forms of disasters, emphasising their right to physical, mental, and reproductive healthcare and security
During this transitional phase, people may start to feel colder around dawn and experience dry skin and cracked lips
Husen Mia, a farmer from Radhanagar village in Habiganj, is one of many who have lost everything to the Khowai river .
A low-pressure area is likely to form over southwest Bay of Bengal in the 48 hours from 9:00am yesterday, according to the forecast of Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD).