Development

Development

DNCC auctions off 10-storey building for Tk 60,000

The DNCC today auctioned off an illegal 10-storey building constructed on the land of Ramchandrapur canal for Tk 60,000

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Bangladesh’s growth story an inspiration to many countries

Says World Bank MD Anna Bjerde; two new projects worth over $650 million for Rohingyas, host communities discussed

Each MP may get Tk 20cr to fulfill promises to people

LGRD Minister Tazul Islam today in parliament announced that each member of parliament may receive Tk 20 crore to carry out development projects in their constituencies

PKSF's achievement in microenterprise development significant

Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation's (PKSF's) achievement in the effective development of microenterprises in Bangladesh is significant, said Abdoulaye Seck, the World Bank's Country Director for Bangladesh and Bhutan

1.15 cr benefitting from social safety net scheme

The social safety net scheme of the government has been playing a significant role in curbing poverty as 1.15 crore marginal people from 262 upazilas are getting the benefits

PM to open, lay foundation stone of 157 projects tomorrow

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina tomorrow will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of 10, 041 structures under 157 projects taken by 24 ministries and divisions

Deep seaport to contribute immensely in economic development

Says PM Hasina; also inaugurates Matarbari power plant

New Development Bank Bill placed in JS

The New Development Bank Bill, 2023 was placed in parliament today to welcome funds from the lending arm of the BRICS

Bangladesh leading in South Asia in gender parity: WEF report

Bangladesh has ranked number one among South Asian countries in terms of gender parity, according to the latest Global Gender Gap Report 2023 by the World Economic Forum (WEF)

Uttara to Tongi College Gate flyover opens to public

Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader inaugurated the 4.5km section of the project at an event in Tongi.

‘Include all in the business plan for the 2023-24 fiscal year’

Dwip Unnayan Sangstha, a non-profit organisation, working for the betterment of the underprivileged, urged the authorities concerned to include all stakeholders in the business plan for the 2023-24 fiscal year

Industry 4.0 shouldn't undermine humanity: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today said it must be ensured that the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) tools are not used to hurt or undermine humanity

Runway expansion: Buet, BRTC to carry out feasibility study

The government has appointed BRTC and Buet as consultants for carrying out detail feasibility study and cost estimate for the expansion of Dhaka airport runway from 10,500ft to 12,000ft

Govt reduced rate of poverty significantly: Razzaque

Agriculture Minister Abdur Razzaque today said the government has significantly reduced the rate of poverty and extreme poverty as promised in the election manifesto of 2008

Deal signed to provide uninterrupted internet at union level

Bangladesh Computer Council (BCC) has signed an agreement under the Public Private Partnership (PPP) with two private companies to ensure uninterrupted high-speed internet at the union level across the country

Dholaikhal Retention Pond: DSCC to undertake beautification works

Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) has taken an initiative to beautify the retention pond at Dholaikhal.

All mega projects for the benefit of people: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today categorically said her government has never taken any mega project that would not bring maximum benefits for the people

JS body recommends exclusive zone for foreign tourists in Cox’s Bazar

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Civil Aviation and Tourism Ministry has recommended the government of setting up an exclusive zone for foreign tourists in Cox's Bazar Sea Beach on an emergency basis

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