ICT
Mass Uprising: ICT set to start trial proceedings tomorrow
The International Crimes Tribunal will initiate trial proceedings tomorrow in connection with the crimes against humanity committed during the July-August uprising, ICT Chief Prosecutor Md Tajul Islam said yesterday.
Little to show for Tk 65,000cr spent on ICT
The telecommunications and ICT sectors failed to make expected progress despite making a massive investment of Tk 65,000 crore between 2010 and August 2024, according to a recent statement from the telecom ministry.
Beyond 'digital' and 'smart': Defining Bangladesh's ICT brand
Countries that prioritise Information and Communication Technology (ICT) have each chosen distinct positions for themselves.
From smart to dumb Bangladesh: the need for accountability in ICT
One of the most significant contributions of Gen Y in the last decade has been the expansion of Bangladesh's ICT sector
ICT Development Index / Bangladesh scores 62, lower than most Asian peers
The global average score is 74.8
Govt to build tech park in Dhaka
The ICT Division is building a technology park in the capital’s Karwan Bazar for Tk 160 crore as it looks to install business incubation centres at universities and collaborate with industry and academia with the infrastructure.
a2i and Bangladesh team wins 3 gold and 2 silver at ITEX, Malaysia
The team from Bangladesh has won 3 gold and 2 silver awards at the International Invention, Innovation and Technology Exhibition (ITEX) 2023 competition, held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
INFOCOM 2023 explores the future of technology and business
Under the theme "Leading With Purpose", this year's conference is being held in association with the SAARC Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SAARC CCI) and The Daily Star.
Govt. to spend Tk 250 crore to train 25 thousand women on freelancing
The ICT department is working on developing ICT skills for women in 43 districts under a project titled 'Her Power', to create employment for young women through freelancing. The Tk 250 crore project will provide 3 months of hands-on training and 3-months of incubation, the State Minister for ICT Junaid Ahmed Palak recently spoke in a parliamentary session.
War trial: Death warrant for Quasem reaches Dhaka jail
The death warrant for war criminal Mir Quasem Ali reaches Dhaka Central Jail around half an hour after the international crimes tribunal issued the warrant.
Turkish envoy leaves Dhaka amid reports of withdrawal
Turkish envoy to Bangladesh leaves Dhaka amid media reports that he has been withdrawn in response to the execution of top war criminal Motiur Rahman Nizami.
Security beefed up at Dhaka jail
Security in and around the Dhaka Central Jail, where death row war criminal Motiur Rahman Nizami has been kept, was strengthened this afternoon.
'Plot to kill Joy': Mahmudur on fresh remand
Daily Amar Desh acting Editor Mahmudur Rahman has been remanded for the second time in a case filed over alleged plot to kill prime minister’s son Sajeeb Wazed Joy.
No compromise on freedom of expression
Media experts, journalists and human rights activists have called upon the government not to put restrictions on newsmen and social media users in the name of laws for ensuring freedom of expression in Bangladesh.
War crimes: Charges framed against 2 Shariatpur men
A special tribunal has framed 4 charges against two Shariatpur men for allegedly committing crimes during the Bangladesh’s Liberation War in 1971.
War crimes: Verdict on 5 Kishoreganj men any day
International Crimes Tribunal-1 will deliver verdict any day in a case filed against five Kishoreganj men for allegedly committing war crimes in 1971 as the argument of both sides have been completed.
Nizami’s review plea hearing likely tomorrow
The Supreme Court is likely to hold hearing on the review plea filed by convicted war criminal Motiur Rahman Nizami Sunday.
Charges pressed against 2 Mymensingh ‘men’
The prosecution team has submitted five charges against two war crimes accused of Mymensingh for their alleged involvement in crimes against humanity during the 1971 Liberation War.
Nizami decides to seek review
War criminal and Jamaat-e-Islami leader Motiur Rahman Nizami will seek review of the Supreme Court verdict which upheld his death penalty, his son says after meeting him at Kashimpur jail in Gazipur.