New industrial, captive gas users to pay 33% more

From now on, new industrial connections will be charged Tk 40 per cubic metre

Former JCD leader accused in 33 cases released from jail

Jakir was arrested by Rab on September 3, 2022 after he spent years in hiding

‘Except Israel’ reinstated on Bangladeshi passports

An April 7 notice from the home ministry effected the change

Initially cancelled show at Mohila Samity to take place tomorrow after police assurance

Popular theatre troupe Prangonemor was all set to stage their acclaimed adaptation of Rabindranath Tagore’s “Shesher Kobita”, with a fresh perspective, as part of the upcoming Chaitra Sankranti and Pahela Baishakh celebrations.

Islamic Foundation calls for holding Friday prayers at 1:30pm in all mosques

The call was made in a notice signed by Salam Khan, director general of the Islamic Foundation

Gano Forum, Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam submit opinions to consensus commission

As of now, the commission has received responses from 34 political parties

Rail service between Dhaka, northern districts suspended

The disruption occurred after the Dhaka-bound Chilahati Express derailed in Salna, Gazipur

Rate of corporate tax will not be reduced: NBR chairman

"Rather, we want a non-discriminatory tax regime for all sectors.”

Give valid explanation for renaming Mangal Shobhajatra: DU fine arts students

During the press briefing, the students voiced concern over what they described as a lack of adequate security measures

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Govt to adopt localised solutions for sustainable waste management: Rizwana

She said, "The government is eager to adopt sustainable models, but they must be safe, inclusive, and locally relevant."

Bored Tunnelers in the top six of Elon Musk’s “Not a Boring Competition”

Team Bored Tunnelers has proudly secured a place among the top six teams in the 2025 edition of Elon Musk’s “Not-a-Boring Competition”.

DMP DB chief Rezaul Karim removed from post

An order was issued, saying that Rezaul had been transferred in the interest of administrative purposes until further notice

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Govt urges stronger push for ASEAN Sectoral Dialogue Partner status

The foreign secretary made a stopover in Kuala Lumpur en route to an official visit to Singapore

Govt to rationalise tariffs on around 350 items

In the past two years, the NBR brought down tariffs on 60 items within the bound tariff rates based on the panel's suggestion.

Investors interested in Bangladesh despite business hurdles

Although Bangladesh is the world’s second-largest exporter of readymade garments, it continues to struggle with major challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, cumbersome bureaucracy and murky regulations.

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Will Hamza Choudhury's inclusion revive Bangladesh football?

If the BFF utilises this upsurge in interest from footballers and fans, it could be a game changer for Bangladesh football.

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Falu acquitted in graft case

The case was filed on charges of acquiring wealth of Tk 17.86 core beyond known sources of income and concealing information of Tk 35.78 crore

Cyber surveillance intensified ahead of Pahela Baishakh: Rab DG

Action if any negligence is found on the part of those responsible for security of motifs, he said while talking about fire at DU's Faculty of Fine Arts

DMP issues security, traffic guidelines for Pahela Baishakh celebrations

Traffic restrictions and diversions that will be in place from 5:00am that day