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Legal aid in Bangladesh: Still a long way to go
Our legal system is severely overwhelmed, and naturally its effect sweeps across the legal aid sector as well.
Insomnia
You are wide awake again
Gias Uddin Selim’s ‘Kajol Rekha’ included in DU’s master’s curriculum
“Kajol Rekha” has been included in the curriculum for master’s students in the Department of History at Dhaka University, confirmed the film’s makers on Saturday (April 27).
CIU holds Admission Festival-Summer 2024
CIU Admission Festival- Summer 2024 was held on April 28 at the Chittagong Independent University (CIU) campus.
Joty fifty in vain as Tigresses lose ODI opener against India
Bangladesh skipper Nigar Sultana Joty scored her sixth T20I fifty but it went in vain as the Tigresses lost the first T20I of the five-match series by 45 runs against India at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Sunday.
2 teachers die in Ctg, Jashore amid heatwave
Two teachers died in Chattogram and Jashore today amid a severe heatwave that is sweeping across the country
National Bank continues incurring losses
It made a loss of Tk 1,497 crore in 2023, down from Tk 3,285 crore in 2022
Walton Hi-Tech honoured with Green Factory Award-2023
Country’s electronics giant ‘Walton Hi-Tech Industries PLC’ has been honoured with ‘Green Factory Award-2023’ for enhancing productivity through the use of skilled workforce and eco-friendly technology in safe environments.
PM returns home tomorrow after six-day visit to Thailand
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is set to return home tomorrow from Bangkok, wrapping up her six-day official visit to Thailand
Polish fan walks 100km to game after goalkeeper scores
A Polish soccer fan completed a 100-kilometre walk on Sunday to meet the goalkeeper of Radomiak Radom, honouring a pledge he made on social media.
Chanchal, Shakib meet for ‘Toofan’ in Kolkata
This Eid-ul-Fitr, Chanchal starrer web film “Monogamy”, directed by Mostofa Sarwar Farooki and web series “Rumi” directed by Vicky Zahed, were released on OTT platforms. The actor was praised for both his roles.
A mindless act shatters a family's dreams
Family now grapples to make ends meet after death of sole earner in Gazipur train attack in December last year
Rain comes along with hail in Sreemangal
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Man dies after being hit by train in Pabna's Ishwardi
A man died after being hit by a train at Patibeel in Ishwardi upazila of Pabna early today
Jails are becoming drug dens
Holistic approach needed to stop drug trade in Bangladeshi prisons
Shakib Khan to get remarried this year, but when?
According to sources close to Shakib Khan's family, the actor has faced challenges due to the strained relationships with his ex-wives, Apu Biswas and Shobnom Bubly.
‘Baby Reindeer’: The unconventional show people can’t stop talking about
“Baby Reindeer” plunges viewers into the chaos of Donny’s life. His relentless pursuit of success leaves him vulnerable, exposed, and surprisingly naive to readily avoidable situations. Gadd’s performance is the heart and soul of the show. He portrays Donny with a complex mix of vulnerability, frustration, and dark humour. While Donny can be unlikable at times, Gadd manages to evoke empathy for the character, showcasing the emotional toll of his situation.
Bangladeshi all-female robotics team to participate in international competition
Code Black, an all-female robotics team from Bangladesh, is participating in the World Science, Environment, and Engineering Competition (WSEEC) 2024, an international robotics event in Jakarta, Indonesia, scheduled from May 12 to 18. The team comprises Jannatul Ferdous Fabin (team leader), Nusrat Zahan Sinha (team management), Nosrat Jahan Nowrin (hardware), Saniea Islam Sara (software), and Tahia Rahman (project manager).
SSC results likely in second week of May
The results of this year's Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent exams are expected to be published in the second week of May
Civil servants' training: Indian team to visit Bangladesh for talks on renewal of contract
A four-member delegation from the Indian government’s Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) will be visiting Bangladesh from April 28-30 for bilateral talks on renewal of MoU between the two countries for training of Bangladeshi civil servants in India..The MoU
Warnings issued as Asia swelters in extreme heatwave
South and Southeast Asia braced for more extreme heat on Sunday as authorities across the region issued health warnings and residents fled to parks and air-conditioned malls for relief
‘Stitched Collage’: Exploring Suranjana Bhattacharja’s threads of resilience
Suranjana Bhattacharja's journey into the world of art took a unique turn when she was diagnosed with Dystrophy around a decade ago, causing partial disability in her left hand. Despite the challenges posed by this chronic condition, she found solace in her passion for sewing. Inspired by artists like Kandinsky, she ventured into stitched collage, a novel form of artistic expression. The inception of this exhibition can be traced back to a pivotal moment in Suranjana's life while residing in Montreal. Struck by the parallels between her own journey and that of renowned artists like Matisse, who persisted in creating despite physical limitations, she found renewed determination to pursue her craft.
50-year-old man dies in Dhaka amid heatwave
A 50-year-old man died after falling ill while he was travelling on an CNG-run auto-rickshaw in Dhaka’ Jatrabari area amid scorching heat this afternoon
2 KNF members shot dead during raid in Ruma: ISPR
Two members of Kuki-Chin National Front died after being shot during a raid by army personnel in remote Baklai Para area of Bandarban's Ruma upazila today, said a press release of Inter-Services Public Relations Directorate
Masfia Afrin qualifies as a White Badge referee
Masfia Afrin from Bangladeshi received the ITF White Badge School certificate following an exam held from 24-28 April in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Bangladesh drops in global mobile internet speed ranking
Bangladesh has dropped six places in its global ranking for mobile internet speed performance, as reported by Ookla's Speedtest Global Index for March, which gathers data from monthly tests conducted by users worldwide. Despite individual improvements by operators, the country now sits at the 112th position out of 148 countries, falling from its previous position at 106th in the February report.
Shibli Rubayat-Ul-Islam reappointed as BSEC chief
Prof Shibli Rubayat-Ul-Islam has been reappointed as the chairman of the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) for another four-year term.
Luminous launches IPS battery factory in Bangladesh
Luminous Power Technologies, a provider of energy solutions, announced a partnership with Dhaka Power Traders (DPT) of Tandhan Group to establish a factory for manufacturing Jumbo Tubular batteries in Bangladesh. This will be the first such facility in the country.
A perplexing decision by Bangladesh Bank
Who will gain from its restrictions on media access?
Woman killed after being hit by train in Munshiganj
A 60-year-old woman died after being hit by Sundarban Express train in Munshiganj's Sreenagar upazila today
Pakistan appoint Kirsten, Gillespie as head coaches
Pakistan have appointed former South Africa batsman Gary Kirsten as head coach of their men's white-ball teams, while the test side will be under the guidance of former Australian fast bowler Jason Gillespie, the country's cricket board said on Sunday.
DSA case against Pinaki Bhattachary shifted to Dhaka tribunal
The case filed against two people, including Paris-based blogger and online activist Pinaki Bhattacharya, under the Digital Security Act, was shifted to a Dhaka tribunal today
3 youths killed as motorcycle rams into lorry in Sylhet
Three youths were killed when a motorcycle crashed into a parked lorry in Sylhet's Zakiganj upazila last night
Harry Kane targets Bundesliga scoring record
Harry Kane has his eyes set on Robert Lewandowski's record for most Bundesliga goals in a season after scoring twice in a 2-1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt, but the England striker acknowledges he needs "to get a move on".
Transport strike in Ctg: Passengers suffer amid heatwave
Sidratul Muntaha, a student, went to the port city's Natunpara bus stand area this morning in order to catch a bus to Chawkbazar, where she was scheduled to attend class at a coaching centre
City corporations shouldn’t be endangering lives
DSCC garbage truck incident shows how negligence is costing lives
Rain expected in Chattogram, Sylhet divisions
The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has issued a forecast indicating rain or thundershowers in the Chattogram and Sylhet divisions within the next 24 hours, starting from 9:00am today
2 Bangladeshis shot dead in New York
Two Bangladeshis were shot dead in Buffalo of New York yesterday
‘Shiriner Ekattor Jatra’ gets uncut clearance
The government-funded short film "Shiriner Ekattor Jatra" has been helmed by journalist and fiction writer Dipak Choudhury. The story, dialogue, and screenplay are all original creations of the director. In a recent development, the film received approval from the censor board without any cuts, marking a departure from previous experiences.
Ruben Amorim issues apology over Premier League meeting
Sporting CP manager Ruben Amorim has expressed regret regarding his recent meeting with West Ham United, saying it was 'a mistake' and one that he will have to accept and live with.
Eminem teases new album ‘The Death of Slim Shady’
Titled “The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grace)”, the rapper's camp confirmed the album's title late Thursday (April 25) to the Detroit Free Press. A playful 30-second ad aired on the NFL Network, hinting at the arrival of Eminem's 12th studio album this summer, marking his first release since 2020.
Students back to school even as Met office extends heat alert
All primary and secondary schools, as well as colleges, reopened today after a long break that included the Eid-ul-Fitr and Pahela Baishakh holidays, and a week off due to the ongoing heatwave
Fraser-McGurk pushing for a World Cup spot
Australia's Jake Fraser-McGurk has made a strong case for inclusion in their Twenty20 World Cup squad, former skipper Michael Clarke said after the top-order batsman lit up the Indian Premier League (IPL) again with his pyrotechnics.
Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy to host special screening of ‘Sauda’ today
The film is a product of Chilekotha Production and is adapted from a short story by author Bappy Khan. Prominent figures from the cultural sector are expected to grace the event.
Nadal downs De Minaur in Madrid
Rafa Nadal continued his return to form as he defeated Alex de Minaur 7-6(6), 6-3 in the second round of the Madrid Open on Saturday.
Kanye West faces new lawsuit alleging racial discrimination and harassment
Filed on Friday (April 26) in Los Angeles, the lawsuit details Provo’s experiences working for Kanye from August 2021. He alleges that Black employees were treated less favourably than their non-Black counterparts and were paid less without justification.
Guitar played by John Lennon and George Harrison on ‘Help!’ to be auctioned
A rare piece of Beatles history is set to hit the auction block, as a 12-string guitar once wielded by John Lennon and George Harrison during the recording of the iconic album "Help!" goes up for sale. The acoustic Framus “Hootenanny” guitar, believed to have been lost for nearly six decades, will be auctioned by Julien’s Auctions, based in California.
Heatwave alert extended for 72 hours
The Met office has extended the heat alert that the ongoing heatwave is likely to persist for 72 more hours starting this morning
Sreepur upazila polls chairman candidate fined Tk 40,000
A mobile court yesterday imposed a Tk 40,000 fine on Jamil Hasan Durjoy, a chairman candidate for Sreepur upazila parishad polls and Gazipur district Awami League joint general secretary, for violating electoral code
Taylor Swift beats Beatles in race to 12th UK number one album
Taylor Swift topped the British music charts last Friday with "The Tortured Poets Department" (TTPD), outselling the rest of the top ten combined and beating the Beatles for the record of the fastest artiste to rack up 12 UK number-one albums.
'There's going to be a fire today if I speak'
Salah had been waiting to come on before Antonio's goal and was involved in an animated conversation with Klopp, appearing to be angry with his manager.
Police clear pro-Palestinian camps at three US universities
Police detained nearly 200 people at three US universities on Saturday as they cleared pro-Palestinian encampments, in the latest campus clashes triggered by protests over Israel's war against Hamas
Gaza war casts shadow over White House correspondents' dinner
Biden's every move has been shadowed for months by protesters angry over US support for the Israeli military offensive in Gaza
'I heard monkey noises': Nico Williams abused at Atletico
Williams spoke with the referee after hearing the alleged abuse when he was preparing to take a corner in the first half, and play was held momentarily as supporters were warned.
Ten Hag pleads for patience after Man Utd blow lead again
United, in sixth place in the Premier League, are scrapping for Europa League qualification after dropping out of the race for Champions League places.
'Israel may be violating international law in Gaza'
Some senior US officials have advised Secretary of State Antony Blinken that they do not find "credible or reliable" Israel's assurances that it is using US-supplied weapons in accordance with international humanitarian law
VAR has damaged Premier League, says Pochettino after Chelsea drama
"The referee is unbelievable and it's ridiculous. It is difficult to accept," Pochettino said.
Joty hopes to revive positive vibes
Bangladesh women's cricket team skipper Nigar Sultana Joty said she wanted to bring back the positive atmosphere surrounding her team with good performances against India in the five-match T20I series, starting today at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium.
Will anyone take responsibility for traffic deaths?
The Eid festivities in April marked a grim milestone with a record number of road traffic accidents and casualties.
Messi scores two more as Miami beat New England
A crowd over 65,612 turned up at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, the stadium the Revolution share with the NFL's New England Patriots, to see the Argentine World Cup winner.
Say their names to save their lives
Let Toomaj Salehi’s words strike a chord in our hearts, a chord that will spur action, no matter how small
A third of budget spent on interest payments, subsidies
The government spent Tk 246,583 crore in July-January of 2023-24 out of the total budget of Tk 761,785 crore for the entire fiscal year, figures from the finance ministry showed. The outlay under interest payments and subsidies was Tk 88,226 crore, which was 36 percent of the allocation.
The twisted ‘facts’ of CHT Accord implementation
The CHT issue is a political and national issue.
Bank mergers far from voluntary
In fact, the reactions of the associated bankers and directors, circumstances centring the meetings where the decisions were taken alongside protests in one case confirmed that these had been decided by the government and relayed through the central bank.
BTRC to formulate satellite internet guideline
In a recent internal meeting, Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) approved the formulation of the committee comprising officials of its different divisions to prepare the guideline for internet services through non-geostationary satellite orbit (NGSO) satellites.
Everton confirm survival from relegation
The win took 15th-placed Everton to 36 points from 35 matches, 11 points ahead of 18th-placed Luton Town
Azam, Afridi help Pakistan draw New Zealand T20I series
Azam's 44-ball 69 and Fakhar Zaman's 33-ball 43 took Pakistan to 178-5 in their 20 overs before Shaheen claimed 4-30 to restrict New Zealand to 169 in 19.2 overs
Leverkusen score last-gasp goal to stretch record unbeaten run
Leverkusen have now scored 16 goals in stoppage time in all competitions this season
BNP acts as slave of foreign lords to assume power: Quader
Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader yesterday said BNP is working as a slave of its foreign lords for going to power
AC Milan hold Juve to close in on Champions League
Stefano Pioli is close to guaranteeing Milan, in second, a spot in Europe's top club competition in what will almost certainly be his final season at the club
Watershed turns into Jessy's baptism by fire
Jessy, however, was satisfied with the entire experience and considered it a “big achievement”.
29 companies to get Green Factory Award-2023
The government will present a “Green Factory Award-2023” to 29 companies from 12 sectors today recognising their role in enhancing productivity through the use of skilled workforce and eco-friendly technology in safe environments.
Country turned into gas chamber due to unplanned urbanisation: Rizvi
BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi yesterday alleged that Bangladesh has now become a gas chamber as a result of unplanned urbanization
Rajasthan near play-offs in IPL
Samson steered table-toppers Rajasthan home with one over to spare for their eighth win in nine matches.
Under-invoicing by importers crowding out country's lone sandpaper maker
Bangladesh’s first and only sandpaper plant is struggling to expand its footprint owing to unhealthy competition from importers, who are allegedly under-invoicing prices of the abrasive paper.
Over 200 migrants including 132 Bangladeshis arrested in Malaysia
A total of 206 foreign individuals, including 132 Bangladeshis, were arrested by the Immigration Department in Malaysia for allegedly violating the terms of their pass
Expectations for a good budget
How do you define a good budget? Should it be all-inclusive? Should it be too large? Or should it only focus on the possible future of the nation and allocate more to education and healthcare?
Govt to enact law to protect endowed properties
The government is working to formulate a law for protecting endowed properties of Hindu community, Land Minister Narayan Chandra Chanda said yesterday.
Invest in Bangladesh
Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud has urged the Thai private sector to invest in Bangladesh by taking full advantage of Dhaka’s various incentives for foreign business and partnership.
MV Abdullah, crew to return mid-May
The crew of the Bangladeshi ship MV Abdullah, recently freed from Somali pirates, is set to return home in the middle of May.
Bhasantek Fire: Last injured family member passes away
Another burnt victim from the Bhasantek house fire succumbed to injury yesterday at Sheikh Hasina National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery, raising the death toll to six.
UP chairman’s son still at large
One of the main accused in the case filed over the killing of journalist Golam Rabbani Nadim in Jamalpur is yet to be arrested even after 10 months since the murder.
Hit by auto-rickshaw, child dies falling off mother’s lap
Although a mother’s embrace is the safest place for a child, it seems no place can be deemed safe on the roads of Bangladesh.
Rape of Teen; Accused Chinese national ‘fled the country’
A Chinese national raped a teenager in the capital’s Uttara area in August last year, police have found in investigation.
Man held with 1kg crystal meth in Dhaka
Police claimed to have arrested a musician with one kilogramme of crystal meth, known as “ice”, in the capital’s Rampura area.
Jubo Dal, Chhatra Dal men behind the attack: CTTC
The Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime Division (CTTC) arrested three men, including two leaders of Jubo Dal and Chhatra Dal, in connection with the arson attack on a bus in the capital’s Demra area last October, resulting in the death of a bus helper.
3 of a family die from electrocution
A woman, her son and daughter died from electrocution yesterday after they came in contact with a torn yet live electric cable of Rural Electrification Board’s supply line.
Ongoing heatwave: Water crisis grips Khulna
The water crisis in Khulna city has deepened amidst the relentless heatwave, due to plummeting groundwater levels and the inability of the Water Supply and Sewerage Authority to meet the residents’ water needs adequately.
Murder suspect uncuffs himself, flees from court
A suspect in a murder case fled from the premises of a Shariatpur court, where he was supposed to make his confession before a judge.
Most Ctg markets lack fire safety
Most of the markets and shopping malls in the port city have been marked as risky in terms of fire safety, according to a recent survey of Fire Service and Civil Defence in Chattogram.
‘Will resist anyone trying to influence upazila polls’
The election commissioners yesterday said they would resist lawmakers and ministers trying to influence upcoming upazila polls in their respective localities.
Sudden Hailstorm in Moulvibazar: Over 100 houses destroyed
Over a hundred houses were completely or partially destroyed in a sudden hailstorm in Kamalganj upazila of Moulvibazar early yesterday.
Upazila Polls: Two AL leaders held for threatening rival candidate’s agents
Detectives yesterday arrested two local Awami League leaders in Jamalpur over allegations of threatening agents of their rival candidate in the upcoming upazila parishad elections.
Clash with Cops: 830 RMG workers sued
Industrial Police in Narayanganj yesterday sued 830 ready-made garment workers for attacking police and vandalising vehicles, among other charges, during a clash on April 21.
Celebrating progress and addressing challenges in global vaccine equity
The World Immunisation Week 2024 is being observed during April 24 to 30. The global vaccine drives of the second half of the 20th century are one of humanity’s greatest achievements. Immunisation campaigns have enabled us to eradicate smallpox, nearly defeat polio, and ensure more children survive and thrive than ever before.
48-hour transport strike in Ctg
Transports owners and workers yesterday called a 48-hour strike across Chattogram from today to press home their four-point demand.
Pets as potential reservoirs for antibiotic-resistant bacteria
A global congress presented new research suggesting that pet dogs and cats can carry antibiotic-resistant bacteria, potentially spreading them to their owners.
Road Accident in Munshiganj: Child dies falling from mother’s lap
Although a mother’s embrace is the safest place for a child, it seems no place can be deemed safe on the roads of Bangladesh.
5 get ‘Amra Notun Changemakers Award’
To celebrate the enterprising spirit of the young people, five projects, initiated and run by young changemakers, were awarded the Amra Notun Young Changemakers Award yesterday.
AL wants one-party rule
Awami League is trying to introduce one-party rule in the country, said Jatiya Party chairman GM Quader yesterday.
Vaping as a tool for smoking cessation
A new paper in Nicotine and Tobacco Research, published by Oxford University Press, reveals a significant shift in smoking cessation patterns among the US adults who use electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes),
How your gut microbes might influence weight gain
At the European Congress on Obesity, researchers presented new evidence suggesting that the bacteria in the gut could be a significant contributor to obesity, especially in men and women.
Prostate cancer cases expected to double worldwide between 2020 and 2040, new analysis suggests
The Lancet Commission on prostate cancer warns of a looming crisis, projecting a doubling of cases to 2.9 million annually by 2040, with low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) facing the highest increases.
Russia hits energy sites in Ukraine
Russia launched a “massive” missile strike at Ukraine overnight, damaging four power plants in the latest barrage targeting the country’s energy supply, officials in Kyiv said yesterday.
Mona Lisa could get a room of her own
The Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci, the world’s most famous portrait, could get a room of its own in the Louvre, the museum’s president said on Saturday.
Putin likely didn’t kill Alexei Navalny
US intelligence agencies have determined that Russian President Vladimir Putin probably didn’t order opposition politician Alexei Navalny killed at an Arctic prison camp in February, the Wall Street Journal reported yesterday.
10 killed in fire at Brazil homeless shelter
At least 10 people were killed Friday in a fire that broke out in a defunct hotel being used as a makeshift homeless shelter in the city of Porto Alegre in southern Brazil, officials said.
20 Cambodian soldiers killed in ammunition base explosion
Twenty Cambodian soldiers have been killed in an ammunition explosion at an army base, Prime Minister Hun Manet said yesterday.
Pasteurised milk ‘safe’ from bird flu
Milk sold in US stores is “safe” from the bird flu because pasteurisation effectively kills the disease, American health authorities said Friday, following spread of the infection among herds of cows.
1 killed, 5 others hurt during post-match clash
A man was stabbed to death while at least five others were injured in Brahmanbaria during a clash between two sides over bursting firecrackers after the final match of a local football tournament.
School teacher stabbed to death by son
A school teacher was stabbed to death by his teenage son at Konapara village in Bhaluka upazila of Mymensingh on Friday night.
Hamas says studying new Israeli truce proposal
Hamas said it was studying the latest Israeli counterproposal regarding a potential ceasefire in Gaza yesterday, a day after media reports said a delegation from mediator Egypt arrived in Israel in a bid to jump-start stalled negotiations.
India to export 99,150 tonnes of onions to Bangladesh, 5 countries
India has allowed export of 99,150 tonnes of onions to Bangladesh and five other countries.
2 RMG workers raped, male colleague beaten up
Two readymade garment workers were allegedly raped while their male colleague was beaten up and held captive by a group of locals in Gazipur’s Kaliakoir upazila on Thursday night.
Three die as truck, three-wheeler collide in Bagerhat
Three people were killed and two others injured when a truck hit a motorised rickshaw van on the Khulna-Mongla highway in Bagerhat last morning.
Israel’s War on Gaza: US campus protests spread overseas
The protest in the US universities against Israel’s war on Gaza has spread to European and Australian universities as clashes between students and police officers have been reported all over the United States.
Corrupt official let off with just a temporary pay cut
The government has reduced the salary of an assistant commissioner (land) of Bogura sadar upazila for 12 months after he was found guilty of forgery.
2014 Narayanganj 7 murder: Justice eludes victim families
Even after a decade into the sensational seven-murder in Narayanganj, the families of the victims continue to wait for justice, as the case trial drags on.
How drugs find their way inside prisons
In a midnight raid on February 8, Jashore police arrested Ashraful Murad Rubel, a guard at the district’s central jail, for his involvement in drug trade.
Ethiopian, Air China to start flying from Dhaka in May
Ethiopian Airlines and Air China are set to start flight operations to and from Dhaka next month while FitsAir, Sri Lanka’s low-cost airline, has already started direct flights since Friday.
Road Surface Melting: Bargain bitumen failing to bear extreme heat
As the country is baking in heatwave, road surfaces in several districts have melted due to what experts say is the use of bitumen that cannot withstand this extreme heat.
Abdul Monem Group’s rejoinder and our reply
Abdul Monem Group has sent a rejoinder to a story headlined “NBR halts Abdul Monem Group’s import, export” published in The Daily Star on April 24, 2024. We are publishing the unedited rejoinder in full followed by our response.
Improving summer power supply: Govt pays half the subsidy power ministry needs
The Finance Division last week disbursed Tk 1,500 crore in subsidy against the power ministry’s demand for the immediate release of Tk 3,000 crore to boost electricity supply during the summer months.
Parents worried as schools reopen amid heat alert
As primary and secondary schools, along with colleges, reopen today, parents are expressing concerns about the scorching heat and its potential impact on their children’s health.
Runner Automobiles trims losses
Runner Automobiles, one of the largest listed automobile companies, has continued to suffer from losses due to a decline in revenue and increase in financing costs.
