Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Thursday asked the US to withdraw the sanctions it imposed on Russia as their punitive action is causing immense sufferings across the globe. "I think that it is justified to retreat from the act of punishing one country which is hurting the people of the whole
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DSLR or smartphone doesn’t matter, if it’s a good story’
Roni Bhowmik has received enormous acclaim through his directorial debut ‘Mridha Bonam Mridha’. His recently released short film ‘Chakrakar’ has brought him to light again. Roni spoke to Dhaka Tribune and shared his experience of shooting with smartphone- How was your experience with ‘Chakrakar’? Roni Bhowmik: I have worked a lot in
BB tightens belt on forex reserve
The central bank has tightened spending on the foreign exchange reserve to judiciously meet the cost of importing essential commodities and fuel. As part of this move, Bangladesh Bank has imposed restrictions on loans for importing 27 types of goods, reducing import demand which has increased by 44 per cent in
Rooppur NPP: Deal signed on liquid radioactive waste management
A contract has been signed between two Russian companies for manufacturing and supplying the hi-tech equipment to handle the liquid radioactive waste at Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant (RNPP) project.According to Rosatom, the Russian contractor of the RNPP, Atomstroyexport as the General Contractor has entered into a contract with Russian
Modi govt’s Muslim face Mukhtar quits as Minister
Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government's prominent Muslim face Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi resigned as India's Minority Affairs Minister on Wednesday. The 64-year-old's sudden resignation comes a day before his term as a member of Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Parliament) ends, triggering speculation that he may run for
Otilia to perform live in Dhaka
Specialized Hospital starts journey in Ukhiya
A new hospital has started its journey in Ukhiya of Cox's Bazar to strengthen specialized health services, improving the lives and wellbeing of people living in the area. State Minister of Disaster Management and Relief Enamur Rahman inauguratedthe Specialized Hospital on Tuesday. The hospital, which was constructed and equipped by UNHCR, the
Digital devices to be a key export earner for B’desh: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday said the government is working to make digital devices a major source of export earnings for the country in future. "I think digital devices can be the most exportable items in the future. We'll have to take different steps and work accordingly," she said while
Postponed SSC exams’ schedule after distribution of textbooks in flood-hit areas: Dipu
The schedule of the postponed Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent examinations will be announced two weeks after distribution of textbooks among the students in the flood-hit districts, said Education Minister Dipu Moni on Wednesday. There have been extensive damages due to the recent devastating flood and it was not possible
PM seeks people’s support to cut power subsidy
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday underlined the need for downsizing subsidies in the power sector and sought full cooperation from the people in this regard. "I hope that people of the country will cooperate with us," she said stressing that the reduction in government subsidy is needed to face the