British High Commissioner to Bangladesh Robert Chatterton Dickson has said the world, today, looks with admiration at what Bangladesh has achieved in its first half century, reports UNB. The country has moved forward, a role model of positive transformation while continuing to grapple with political and governance challenges as a vibrant, independent nation, he said. "I am happy to reflect on Bangladesh’s…

Austria wants to become partner in Bangladesh's development and build up economic relations with the country. Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer expressed his country's interest on Friday while he called Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on the ocassion of Golden Jubilee of the diplomatic relations of the two countries. "Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer called Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina at about 4:00pm…

Prof Maulana Muhammad Salahuddin, Khatib of Baitul Mukarram National Mosque died at a city hospital on Thursday afternoon.  Religious affairs ministry's public relations officer Anwar Hossain confirmed the matter to Banglanews. President M Abdul Hamid and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Thursday (Feb 3) expressed profound shock at his death. In their messages of condolence, they prayed for…

Indian High Commissioner to Dhaka Vikram K Doraiswami said his country wants to improve trade and investment relations with Bangladesh in the areas of logistics, food processing, automobiles and garments. In this regard, the Indian Ambassador to Bangladesh sought the cooperation of FBCCI in boosting bilateral trade. The Indian High Commissioner came up with such comments when he met FBCCI President…

Light rain or thundershowers is likely in different parts of the country in the next 24 hours commencing at 9 am on Friday, Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) forecasted. "Light to moderate rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty or squally wind is likely to occur at many places over Rangpur, Rajshahi, Mymensingh, Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal and Sylhet divisions and at a few places…

The government has extended the ongoing COVID restriction till February 21 as the coronavirus infection has not come under control across the country. A gazette notification issued in this regard by the Cabinet Division on Thursday. The restrictions will remain in force from February 7 February 21 midnight. Earlier, the government imposed the restriction on movement till February 6.  

Four persons, including an army officer and three criminals, were killed in an exchange of fire at Ruma upazila in Bandarban district on Wednesday night. Confirming the matter on Thursday, Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said deceased army personnel was Habibur Rahman, an warrant officer, and another army member Firoz was also injured during the exchange of fire. more to follow..

The holy Shab-e-Meraj will be observed in the country on the night of February 28. The National Moon Sighting Committee took the decision at a meeting held at the Islamic Foundation office at Baitul Mukarram Wednesday evening. On the night of 26th Rajab every year, Muslims observe Shab-e-Meraj when Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) embarked on a special journey to meet Allah. In the journey, the Prophet travelled…

A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between Bangladesh Satellite Company Limited (BSCL) and the Russian Federation's Glavkosmos for the launch of Bangabandhu Satellite-2 into space in the capital yesterday afternoon.The MoU was signed at the office of Bangladesh Satellite Company in Dhaka in the presence of the Minister of Posts and Telecommunications,Mr. Mustafa Jabbar. BSCL chairman Dr.…

Barrister Rumeen Farhana, a BNP lawmaker from reserved seat, tested positive for coronavirus.This is the second time that she has contracted the virus, earlier was in 2020. She is doing well and taking treatment from isolation at her residence in the capital. Shairul Kabir Khan, a member of the BNP chairperson's media wing, confirmed the matter.On June 9 last year, Barrister Rumeen Farhana took oath…

Closure of educational institutions may be extended for two more weeks The ongoing closure of educational institutions is likely to be extended for two more weeks as the coronavirus infection has not come under control across the country, said Education Minister Dr Dipu Moni on Wednesday. Talking to journalists, she said, "The National Technical Consultation Committee on Covid-19 has suggested to…

The government has launched a web-based platform under the Planning Commission on Wednesday (Feb 2) to integrate disaster risk information into development planning and budgeting, policies, and programmes, with the assistance of the National Resilience Programme (NRP). The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is providing technical support, the programme is being financed by the Government…

Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Mayor Atiqul Islam has tested positive for Covid-19 on second occasion. His family members have been also infected with the virus. The mayor and his family members are receiving treatment at home. Mayor Atiqul was infected with Covid-19 in 2020.