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Launching Of Service Portal: All Services At One Place

  The government has launched two web portals with detailed information on the services provided by different government offices and government application forms respectively under its Access to Information (a2i) programme.

AL Initiatives Gets Metro Rail Project Go-Ahead

  The Awami League government launched a project to set up the country's first metro rail system in Dhaka at a cost of Tk 220 billion, in a landmark development towards ensuring smooth traffic system for the capital.

Income Tax Fair Draws Highest Ever Response

  The recently concluded income tax fair drew highest number of taxpayers', reflecting a rising popularity for Awami League government’s initiative of such showcase that allows people to complete tax related formalities at one stop.

Prime Minister Receives Warm Reception In New York

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was accorded a warm reception as she arrived here this morning to attend the 69th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

Bangladesh In World: Prime Minister Set To Appear In Series Of UNGA Sideline Events

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s seven day visit in US to take part in the 69th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) will create an opportunity to consolidate Bangladesh's image at the global level, as Sheikh Hasina will lead Bangladesh to a series of UNGA sideline events.

IFC Tenders Support For Developing Deep Sea Port

  The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has proposed to offer advisory support to the Awami League government in building a deep-sea port in Sonadia of Cox's Bazar district.

PM Flies to New York To Attend 69th UNGA

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina leaves Dhaka for New York tonight on an eight-day official visit to the United States to attend the 69th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

AL government keeps economy vibrant: Honda plans to open up an $18.48m motorcycle plant

  Japanese auto giant Honda aims to set up a new motorcycle plant in Bangladesh in a bid to cater the demand of the booming local market.

India gives historic Dakota aircraft to Bangladesh

  The Dakota aircraft played a crucial role in the liberation of Bangladesh and formation of Bangladesh Air Force and was used for air dropping Army troops. This photo is taken from The Economic Times website.

Survey Ranks Bangladesh As 26th Global Outsourcing Destination

  The Global Services Location Index, prepared by a leading US consulting firm AT Kearney, has recognised Bangladesh as the 26th best destination for IT outsourcing globally for the first time since its independence.

PM For Hosting Sports Activities At All Educational Institutions

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today urged for hosting sports activities at all educational institutions on a larger scale for sound physical and mental growth of the students as well as creating world standard sportsmen.

Bangladesh government embarks on $4.7 million project to make economic plans pro-poor

  The Awami League led government has launched a project to strengthen key state-run economic institutions so that they can formulate pro-poor and inclusive development plans.

BNP Is Making Ill Efforts To Reinstate Militancy In The Society: PM

  Accusing BNP of making ill efforts for reestablishing militancy and terrorism in the society and impeding democracy, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today expressed her firm determination to advance the country further despite various obstacles.

Bangladesh Bank directs banks, NBFIs to follow e-tendering by 2015

  Bangladesh Bank (BB) yesterday asked all banks and non-banking financial institutions (NBFIs) operating in the country to introduce the online tendering system by December next year.

Bangladesh to join Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), MOU signing in October

  Bangladesh is going to join the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank spearheaded by China to give loans to its member countries for meeting construction costs of the much needed infrastructures.

PM assures completing Padma Bridge by 2018

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today assured completing the construction of the Padma Bridge by 2018 saying the bridge would be a reality during the tenure of her present government.

Fighting Terrorism: JMB Ameer, six others held at Turag

  Police on Thursday arrested seven operatives of the banned Islamist outfit Jamaa'tul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) including the acting chief of a faction of the group from Turag, on the outskirts of the capital.

US to continue work with Bangladesh to achieve common goals: Obama

  US President Barak Obama has expressed willingness to continue to work together with Bangladesh for further strengthening bilateral relations existing between the two countries.

Bangabandhu founded Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina saved it: Modi

  Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said that "Bangabandhu founded Bangladesh and his daughter Sheikh Hasina saved it."

PM gives Tk 201.58 crore to 29,046 insolvent people, journos

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today told the parliament that she has given Taka 201.58 crore to 29,046 insolvent people and journalists from her relief and welfare fund and the Journalist Assistance Allowance/Grant Policy, 2012.