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Govt committed to giving 'Blue Economy' concept into reality: PM

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina yesterday said her government is committed to giving the concept of Bangabandhu's 'Blue Economy' into a reality.

China Keen to Help Bangladesh to Produce Paper at Low Cost

  China Light Industrial Corporation for Foreign Economic and Technical Cooperation (CLETC) on Tuesday showed its eagerness to help Bangladesh produce paper at low costs using modern technology.

Bangladesh Railway Introduces DEMU Train on Dhaka-Tongi-Dhaka Route

  Bangladesh Railway on Tuesday has introduced Diesel Electric Multiple Unit (DEMU) train service on Dhaka-Tongi-Dhaka route, said a railway ministry release here today.

PM Calls for Establishing Equal Rights of males and Females

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today reiterated her call for establishing equal rights of males and females, saying that no society could advance if half segment of the society is left behind in the process of progress and development.

PM Donates Tk. 6 Crore to NBIPS and HBOT

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has given a donation of Taka 6 crore to the National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery (NIBPS) of Dhaka Medical College Hospital to procure hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) for critically injured patients.

Bangladesh inspires the multipurpose use of efficient cook stoves: State Minister Nasrul Hamid

  State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Nasrul Hamid called upon the world communities and institutions to support Bangladesh’s endeavor to replace the traditional cooking stoves with improved environment-friendly ones.

India Proposes Regular Bus Service to Dhaka from Guwahati via Shilong

  Aiming to strengthen people-to-people contact between India and Bangladesh, the central government of India on Saturday said it plans to introduce regular passenger bus service to Dhaka from Assam’s Guwahati via Meghalaya’s Shillong.

PM Calls Upon the Buyers to Make the Life of Garment Workers More Comfortable

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today called upon all local and international buyers to raise the prices of garment products to make the life of the RMG workers more comfortable.

Bangladesh-Bhutan Agree to Close Trade Gaps

  Bangladesh and Bhutan have agreed to close trade gaps by exporting more goods. The two sides sat for talks led by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her counterpart Tshering Tobgay, who arrived in Dhaka on a three-day visit on Saturday.

Prosperity of the Country is the Prime Consideration of Awami League Government: PM

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said Bangladesh is ready to deepen its friendship with the countries those are required for country's economic development, as prosperity of the people remains at the top of her government's consideration.

National Hackathon Kicks Off, Looks for Solutions of 10 Issues

  The government has flagged off National Hackathon, organised under the Information and Technology Division’s National Mobile Application Awareness & Capacity Building Program.

Bangladesh and Malaysia sign four deals

  Bangladesh and Malaysia today signed four deals, including one agreement and two memorandums of understanding (MoUs) and one protocol, for further widening and strengthening ties between the two countries in the fields of manpower export, tourism, art and culture.

Bangladesh Displays Diplomatic Success At SAARC Summit

  Bangladesh has displayed a new diplomatic image of integrating the neighboring countries to ink deal for common interest in the recently ended SAARC summit.

People with Disabilities Deserve Support from Family to International Levels: Saima Hossain

  Chairperson of the National Advisory Committee on Autism in Bangladesh Saima Hossain Putul has said the people with disabilities deserve support from family to international levels while the assistance could help them overcome their limitations.

Dhaka, Kuala Lumpur Sign Four Deals

  Bangladesh and Malaysia today signed four deals, including one agreement and two memorandums of understanding (MoUs) and one protocol, for further widening and strengthening ties between the two countries in the fields of manpower export, tourism, art and culture.

Proton Car to Open Factories in Bangladesh, says Dr. Mahathir Mohamad

  Former Malaysian Prime Minister and Chairman of Malaysian car manufacturer Proton Holdings Berhad Dr Mahathir Mohamad on Tuesday said Proton will open its plant in Bangladesh soon, creating employment opportunities for many Bangladeshis.

Malaysia Shows Interest to Build Low-cost Flats at Kamragirchar

  Malaysia has shown keen interest in building low-cost flats under housing projects at Kamrangirchar in the capital to provide flats to the poor at an affordable cost.

Sheikh Jamal Dhanmondi Wins “King’s Cup” in Bhutan

  Yeasin Khan’s solitary goal enabled Sheikh Jamal Dhanmondi Club to maintain their overseas performance as the Bangladesh Premier League champions edged past Pune FC 1-0 to win the final of the King’s Cup at Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu, Bhutan yesterday.

PM Reaches Malaysia on a Three-day Tour

  Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has arrived in Malaysia to strengthen ties and address key issues of manpower export and trade.

Awami League initiatives add 3 years to life expectancy; death, birth rates drop

  According to a recent study conducted by Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS) the people of Bangladesh are living longer, showing evidence of remarkable progress in the country's health and population status.