The construction and installation work at unit 1 of Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant has been completed. The NPP personnel have started a large-scale test program for physical start-ups. On December 18, the first stage of operation commenced, which was bringing the reactor plant to the rated parameters. During this stage, the
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NSU holds seminar on circadian rhythm
In a key step towards enhancing biomedical sciences and understanding age-related processes, the North South University (NSU) Pharmaceutical Sciences Department hosted a "Circadian Rhythms in Health and Aging" seminar on December 18. The seminar focused on the role of circadian rhythms in regulating the aging process, highlighting critical discoveries on
Health, wellness digital toolkit launched for RMG workforce
AYAT Education, in partnership with the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), the John C. Martin Foundation, and Integral Global, officially launched the Health and Wellness Digital Toolkit for Bangladesh’s Ready-Made Garment (RMG) workforce today at the BGMEA Head Office in Uttara, Dhaka. The e-toolkit is designed to enhance
DIU launches One Student, One Laptop project
To align the younger generation with the rapidly growing information technology sector, Daffodil International University (DIU) has launched the distribution of 4,000 free laptops to its students as part of its "One Student, One Laptop" project. Since 2010, DIU has distributed over 63,000 laptops to its students. The inaugural ceremony of
US$600m structural reforms loan deal signed with ADB
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the government of Bangladesh signed a $600 million policy-based loan (PBL) agreement on Wednesday, aiming to promote structural reforms supporting domestic resource mobilisation and improving the efficiency of public investment projects. The agreement also focuses on developing the private sector, reforming state-owned enterprises and boosting
Yunus’ election hint triggers mixed BNP reactions
The Chief Adviser's recent hint at holding the national election either swiftly in early 2025 or strategically delayed towards 2026 has set off ripples of mixed reactions within the BNP. While some leaders cautiously welcomed the signal as a step towards ending the prolonged political uncertainty, others remained skeptical, calling it
Modi belittled Bangladesh’s freedom fighters: Rizvi
BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi on Wednesday alleged that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi belittled Bangladesh's independence, sovereignty and freedom fighters by claiming that December 16, 1971, was India's historic victory. "India arrogantly considers itself the master, as its Prime Minister Narendra Modi said December 16 was India's
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Tensions mount at Ijtema ground as 2 dead in clashes
Authorities have tightened security in and around the Biswa Ijtema ground in Tongi to prevent any untoward incidents following violent clashes between two groups that left two people dead and many injured. A large contingent of the Army, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), and other forces, along with
Babar among 6 acquitted in ten-truck arms haul case
The High Court (HC) on Wednesday acquitted six death-row convicts, including former state minister for home affairs Lutfozzaman Babar, in the sensational 10-truck arms haul cases. The HC bench of Justice Mustafa Zaman Islam and Justice Nasreen Akter passed the order. The court also commuted the death sentence of six convicts to