Joy taught me all about computers: PM

Indicating that learning from children is actually very effective, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today said there is no age for learning. The premier said at the PM’s Office while inaugurating the distribution programme of primary school stationeries, reports Bangla Daily Prothom Alo.
14 February 2016, 07:53 AM

Palestine president expresses gratitude towards Bangladesh

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas makes his first stopover in Dhaka and seeks Bangladesh's 'continuous support in international forums for Palestinian concern.
14 February 2016, 04:52 AM

Ensure quick implementation of dev projects

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina yesterday asked civil servants to ensure quick implementation of the government's development programmes with honesty and sincerity and thus steer the country towards prosperity.
13 February 2016, 18:00 PM

Ensure quick implementation of development projects: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has asked civil servants to ensure quick implementation of the government’s development programmes to steer the country towards prosperity.
13 February 2016, 15:19 PM

US recognises Bangladesh’s commitment to democracy: Embassy

Bangladesh maintained its broad commitment to democracy which is one of the core values of US government, its Under-Secretary of State for Political Affairs Thomas Shannon has said.
13 February 2016, 06:46 AM

Govt to introduce Nat'l e-Service Bus

The government is going to introduce National e-Service Bus to ensure sharing of digital information, improve e-services accessibility and facilitate interoperability of inter-government agencies.
12 February 2016, 18:00 PM

Law against denial of Liberation War facts drafted

Responding to demands from different organisations, the Law Commission has drafted the Liberation War Denial
12 February 2016, 18:00 PM

Unesco to assess Rampal power plant's impacts on Sundarbans

A high-profile Unesco delegation will visit the Sundarbans soon to assess the possible impacts of the proposed coal-based Rampal power plant on the world's largest mangrove forest.
12 February 2016, 10:47 AM

Govt to acquire 43 acres in two months for tourism boost

Within two months the government will acquire 43 acres of land to build tourism infrastructures at Patenga and Parki sea beaches of Chittagong.
11 February 2016, 18:00 PM

Hasina very strong leader in fight against terrorism: US envoy

The United States has highly appreciated Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s strong leadership role in fighting terrorism, and hoped that Bangladesh will continue to demonstrate its ‘strong commitment’.
11 February 2016, 15:21 PM

Body formed to monitor SIM re-registration system

A two-member committee is formed to monitor the biometric system of mobile phone SIM re-registration following some anomalies found in the system, State Minister for Post and Telecommunication Tarana Halim says.
11 February 2016, 09:00 AM

President directs EC to maintain dignity

President Abdul Hamid yesterday urged the Election Commission (EC) to maintain its dignity as a constitutional body
10 February 2016, 18:00 PM

HC orders emergency services for injured persons at all hospitals

The High Court directes the government to take necessary steps for providing emergency medical services to all critically injured persons in government and private hospitals across the country
10 February 2016, 13:24 PM

13,830 pass BCS preliminary test

The 36th Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) preliminary examination results are published today, with 13,830 having passed the exam.
10 February 2016, 12:58 PM

Make the best use of education: PM to students

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina urges students to make best use of their scope of education through paying maximum attention to their academic activities.
10 February 2016, 11:12 AM

Dhaka concerned at N Korea rocket launch

Dhaka expresses deep concern over the recent rocket launch by North Korea and urges the country to refrain from any action that might escalate tension in the Korean Peninsula.
10 February 2016, 10:50 AM

Citizens to get smart ID cards soon: Minister

Smart national identity cards will be distributed among citizens very soon as preparation for their distribution is almost completed, Law Minister Anisul Huq told parliament today.
9 February 2016, 15:24 PM

Ecnec clears road project to boost India-BD trade

The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council approves the 'Inter District Border Road Construction: Mymensingh and Netrakona Districts Part' with an outlay of Tk 457.30 crore, aiming to boost connectivity and trade between Bangladesh and India.
9 February 2016, 11:11 AM

Pakistan summons Bangladesh envoy

Diplomatic tension has further surfaced between Dhaka and Islamabad after Pakistan summoned the Bangladesh High Commissioner Suhrab Hossain this afternoon.
8 February 2016, 17:27 PM

3 Appellate Division judges take oath

Three judges, latest additions in the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court, have taken oath this morning at the apex court premises.
8 February 2016, 04:34 AM