Russia will continue to support Bangladesh: envoy

Russian Ambassador to Bangladesh Aleksandr Mantytsky today said Russia will continue to support Bangladesh in international arena. He made the comment as he made a courtesy call on Chief Adviser of the interim government Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus at the state guest house Jamuna here. During the meeting, he discussed the Rooppur

Bangladesh makes history with first Test win over Pakistan

Bangladesh created a historic moment in their cricket history, beating Pakistan in the Rawalpindi Test on Sunday by a big margin of 10 wickets. It was Bangladesh's first-ever Test win over Pakistan, and overall 20th win in the format. In 2003, Bangladesh went as close as just one wicket from a win,

Things can only get better for Bangladesh

The student movement in Bangladesh demanding reform of the quota system for public jobs was the straw that broke the camel’s back. The Awami League (AL) government led by Sheikh Hasina, in power continuously since 2008, collapsed on 5th August 2024. With Sheikh Hasina fleeing to India and leaving the

Bangladesh have to beat India in semi-finals

Bangladesh was waiting for the opponent after confirming the semi-final of SAFF U-20 Championship. After losing to Nepal and becoming group runners-up, it was assumed that Bangladesh would have to play India in the fight to reach the final. In the end it happened. A draw against Maldives in the last

Bangladesh reaches semi-finals after defeating Sri Lanka

Bangladesh reached the semi-finals of SAFF U-20 Championship after winning one match. Bangladesh defeated Sri Lanka 2-0 in the match held at Anfa Complex in Kathmandu, Nepal on Tuesday. Maruful Haque's team was leading by 1-0 in the first half. Nepal defeated Sri Lanka in the first match of 'A' group.

Cambridge announces June 2024 exam results in Bangladesh

Cambridge International Education (CIE) released the results of its largest-ever June exam series for Cambridge IGCSE, O Level, and International AS & A Level worldwide. Globally, there were over 1.6 million entries for Cambridge international exams in June 2024 – a 9% increase from last year. At Cambridge O Level and

Bangladesh sets goal to eradicate HIV by 2030

Thirty-five-year-old Ramiza (not real name) was a sex worker. Her parents died in a fatal road accident while she was only nine and a half years old. She took shelter to her maternal uncle house after the incident. Her grandmother took the responsibility of Ramiza. But, the fate of Ramiza didn’t

Bangladesh hosts 60 out of top 100 LEED certified factories across globe

Bangladesh is now the home of 60 out of the top 100 highest rated Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified factories around the world-a testament to the nation's commitment to green manufacturing and sustainability. According to Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), two more garment factories in Bangladesh

Bangladesh to return to path of peace, prosperity under your leadership: Singapore’s PM writes to Prof Yunus

Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has congratulated interim government chief adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus and said he is confident that under Prof Yunus’ leadership, Bangladesh will return to a path of peace and prosperity, where all communities co-exist harmoniously. The Prime Minister said he looks forward to working with Prof Yunus

Bangladesh power use grows as searing heat eclipses economic disruption

Bangladesh's electricity demand grew 7% over three weeks of deadly nationwide protests that disrupted industrial and commercial activity, data showed, as households cranked up air-conditioners to cool down amid searing heat. Protests against quotas in government jobs led to widespread disruptions in economic activity from July 16, and longtime Prime Minister