‘Need stronger land policies, better agricultural planning’

The government is likely to pass the Agricultural Land Protection Act within the next two months, said Syeda Rizwana Hasan, adviser to the Environment, Forest and Climate Change, and Water Resources ministries.

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EC to stay away from political controversies

Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin yesterday said the Election Commission will refrain from any activity that may lead to political controversy.

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Kalabagan OC, two SIs suspended over vandalism, extortion

The officer-in-charge and two sub-inspectors of Kalabagan Police Station have been suspended for allegedly breaking into a residence at night, threatening false charges, vandalising property, and demanding Tk one crore in extortion while posing as Detective Branch officials.

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Sixth day of testimony concludes in Magura rape, murder case

Testimonies began at 11:00am and wrapped up around 1:00pm

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Engineer recognised for BR's first 'automation turntable'

He is the divisional mechanical engineer (carriage and wagon) of Lalmonirhat Division of Western Railway

51m ago

Volunteers appointed to protect 33 canals, lakes: DNCC Administrator

Participating volunteer orgs will be involved in planning and designing greening efforts

1h ago
Bangladesh

Bangladesh

BRAC, EU sign agreement on 4.5mn euro project to support the Rohingya

The initiative is expected to benefit over 125,000 Rohingya refugees

1h ago

Recruit more Bangladeshi workers for mega projects

Asif Nazrul urges Saudi Arabia

2h ago

Kuet teachers continue strike for 2nd day

No academic activities were held at Khulna University of Engineering and Technology (Kuet) yesterday as teachers continue their strike for the second day to press home their demands..Earlier, the university reopened on Sunday after a 74-day closure. .Kuet Teachers’ Association yester

2h ago

One killed in Faridpur clash, 30 injured

The clash gradually subsided after news of the death spread through the area

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Traffic disruption likely in Dhaka tomorrow over Khaleda’s return

The BNP has assigned its different wings to designated spots along the route

3h ago

Kalabagan OC, SI withdrawn over alleged extortion attempt

The victime had filed a complaint to the DMP commissioner over the incident

3h ago

Man gets life for raping 5-yr-old in Jamalpur

The convict is Ziaul Haque, of Dighlakandi village in Madarganj

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Asia

Asia

9 dead, dozens hurt after boats capsize in China: state media

Nine people have died and 70 were hospitalised after strong winds caused boats carrying tourists to capsize at a scenic spot in southwestern China, state media said Monday

14h ago

Maldives president holds record 15-hr press conference

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu addressed a press conference for nearly 15 hours, his office said yesterday, claiming it broke a previous record held by Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky.

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India-Pakistan gunfire triggers terror of past conflict

For 10 nights straight, gunfire between Indian and Pakistani soldiers has echoed from the border

1d ago

Singapore ruling party wins election in landslide

Wong's People's Action Party took all but 10 seats in the 97-seat unicameral legislature

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Pakistan tests missile system

Pakistan’s military said it carried out a “training launch” of a surface-to-surface missile weapons system yesterday, further heightening tensions with India after last month’s deadly attack in disputed Kashmir.

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S’pore votes with new PM seeking strong mandate

Singaporeans yesterday cast their votes in an election where Prime Minister Lawrence Wong faces his first major test against a rejuvenated opposition in uncertain economic times for the trade-centred nation.

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India temple stampede kills 6; 80 injured

Six people were crushed to death at a Hindu temple in India’s coastal state of Goa, officials said yesterday, after thousands gathered for a popular fire-walking ritual.

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India bans all imports from Pakistan over Pahalgam attack

The ban applies to all products in transit from Pakistan

2d ago
World

World

19 killed after fuel tanker blast in Pakistan

More than 40 people were injured

5h ago

Kremlin calls for de-escalation in India-Pakistan tensions

"We hope that the parties will be able to take measures that will reduce tensions"

5h ago

Israel cabinet approves plan for Gaza 'conquest'

Israel says renewed offensive aimed at forcing Hamas to free remaining captives

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Trump says he wants a fair trade deal with China

US officials were speaking with Chinese officials about a variety of different things

11h ago

Trump says he won't seek a third term

Trump has drawn widespread criticism for repeatedly brushing up against constitutional guardrails

14h ago

Houthis report US strikes after Israel vows revenge for airport attack

The Houthi-run Saba news agency put the blame on "American aggression"

15h ago

Trump orders reopening of notorious Alcatraz prison

The jail will house "America's most ruthless and violent Offenders", says Trump

15h ago

Trump says non-US movies to be hit with 100% tariffs

The announcement comes as the White House is coming under mounting criticism over its aggressive trade policies

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EC to stay away from political controversies

Chief Election Commissioner AMM Nasir Uddin yesterday said the Election Commission will refrain from any activity that may lead to political controversy.

Now

‘Need stronger land policies, better agricultural planning’

The government is likely to pass the Agricultural Land Protection Act within the next two months, said Syeda Rizwana Hasan, adviser to the Environment, Forest and Climate Change, and Water Resources ministries.

Now

Kalabagan OC, two SIs suspended over vandalism, extortion

The officer-in-charge and two sub-inspectors of Kalabagan Police Station have been suspended for allegedly breaking into a residence at night, threatening false charges, vandalising property, and demanding Tk one crore in extortion while posing as Detective Branch officials.

Now

Engineer recognised for BR's first 'automation turntable'

He is the divisional mechanical engineer (carriage and wagon) of Lalmonirhat Division of Western Railway

51m ago

Sixth day of testimony concludes in Magura rape, murder case

Testimonies began at 11:00am and wrapped up around 1:00pm

55m ago

Volunteers appointed to protect 33 canals, lakes: DNCC Administrator

Participating volunteer orgs will be involved in planning and designing greening efforts

1h ago

BRAC, EU sign agreement on 4.5mn euro project to support the Rohingya

The initiative is expected to benefit over 125,000 Rohingya refugees

1h ago

Recruit more Bangladeshi workers for mega projects

Asif Nazrul urges Saudi Arabia

2h ago

Kuet teachers continue strike for 2nd day

No academic activities were held at Khulna University of Engineering and Technology (Kuet) yesterday as teachers continue their strike for the second day to press home their demands..Earlier, the university reopened on Sunday after a 74-day closure. .Kuet Teachers’ Association yester

2h ago

BAIRA urges govt to reopen Malaysian labour market

"We, the recruiters, stand united for the interest of the country and its people"

3h ago