Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will address a press conference on Wednesday morning. The press meet will begin at 11am on Wednesday (June 22) at the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), in the capital, PM's Press Secretary Ihsanul Karim told The News Times. The Prime Minister is set to open the much-hyped
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Govt decides to shut shops, markets after 8pm
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today asked all concerned to take necessary measures to shut down shops, shopping malls, markets and kitchen markets across the country after 8pm every day. The instruction was given in a circulation signed by Director General (Administration) Md Ahsan Kibria Siddiqui of Prime Minister’s office said here tonight. The notification was
Southern region won’t be neglected anymore for Padma Bridge: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today reiterated that her government is working to ensure people’s overall development, saying southern region of the country wouldn’t remain neglected anymore as the much-awaited Padma Bridge is set to open on June 25. “The people of the southern region or on the Padma River bank were
Mega projects won’t affect the economy: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday ruled out any adverse impact on the country's economy and foreign exchange reserves due to the implementation of the mega projects as these had been undertaken following proper assessments. "Proper financial and economic analyses were done before the mega projects were taken by the present
PM opens week-long 6th population, housing census
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today inaugurated the week-long sixth Population and Housing Census, which is being conducted digitally for the first time in the country to make it flawless and successful. The premier opened the much-awaited census at a ceremony at her official residence Ganabhaban here this morning, Prime Minister's Assistant
Ecnec clears Tk 6,179 cr project to enhance electricity network in Dhaka, Mymensingh
The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (Ecnec) on Tuesday approved a project involving Tk 6,179 crore to enhance the electricity network in Dhaka and Mymensingh divisions. The approval came from the Ecnec meeting held at the NEC conference room. Ecnec chair and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina joined it through
PM credits AL for robust economic growth
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Saturday said it was because of the Awami League Bangladesh could attain over five percent GDP growth during the pandemic when many developed countries saw negative growth. “We have given budget for FY2022-23, when many developed countries are having negative GDP growth, Bangladesh maintained its growth
Padma Bridge proves Bangladesh’s capability: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today said construction of the Padma Bridge by own finance has created a perception that "Bangladesh can do" and it has brightened the country’s image globally . "The most important thing is that Bangladesh can do by own, the perception has brightened its image across the globe.
Six-Point Demand was “Magna Carta” for Bangladesh Independence: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today said the Six-Point Demand raised by Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was the "Magna Carta" of Bangalees as it had prepared the people for independence of the country. "The Six-Point Demand prepared the people fully for Independence and propelled them to the War of Liberation. Actually, it
PM shocked at loss of lives in Sitakunda fire
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Sunday expressed deep shock and sorrow at the loss of lives in a massive fire at BM Container Depot at Sitakunda in Chattogram. She prayed for the eternal salvation of the departed soul and expressed sympathy to the bereaved family members. She also directed the authorities concerned