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ECNEC approves six development projects involving Tk. 2,474 crore

  The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) has approved six development projects involving Taka 2,474.65 crore.

Power generation capacity to be increased by 1840 MW in 2017

  The year 2017 has arrived with a very good news for the nation that 10 power plants with generation capacity of 1,840 MW are expected to be commissioned this year.

HPM Sheikh Hasina pays respect to slain AL lawmaker Manzurul Islam Liton

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has paid her rich tribute to slain Awami League lawmaker from Gaibandha-1 constituency Manzurul Islam Liton as his coffin was brought at the Jatiya Sangsad premises.

Cabinet approves the draft of Chittagong Development Authority (CDA) Act, 2016

  The Cabinet has approved in principle the draft of the Chittagong Development Authority (CDA) Act, 2016 with a provision to raise the fine to Taka five lakh from Taka 200 for demolition of any boundary wall and pillar of street light of the CDA.

2016: A year of success in agriculture

  The year 2016 saw a tremendous success in the country’s agriculture sector, thanks to the increased production of rice, jute, vegetables and different types of fruits.