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Novo Nordisk eyes Bangladesh as an insulin hub

30 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Novo Nordisk’s decision to localise production was driven by both market need and manufacturing potential
30 April 2026, 00:00 AM
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DCs’ proposals expose health sector ills

28 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Barguna, a southern coastal district with a population of about 10 lakh, turned into a dengue hotspot last year, recording 15 deaths and 9,534 cases -- the highest for any single district except those at divisional headquarters.
28 April 2026, 00:00 AM
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No measles let-up before mid-May

26 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Measles cases and deaths continue to rise with the situation unlikely to improve much until the second week of May despite the ongoing vaccination campaign, experts say.
26 April 2026, 00:00 AM
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BNP walks back on its tobacco control promises

21 April 2026, 00:00 AM
The BNP government amended at least two laws in ways that could further promote the production and use of tobacco products despite pledging tobacco control in its election manifesto, said anti-tobacco campaigners.
21 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Bangladesh Malaria Deaths

Zero malaria death by next year a stiff challenge now

19 April 2026, 00:00 AM
The issue of malaria deaths came into focus following the death of Commerce Secretary Mahbubur Rahman from malaria on Friday, ahead of World Malaria Day on April 25.
19 April 2026, 00:00 AM
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Expansion of higher medical education stalled by project delay

17 April 2026, 00:00 AM
Established in 2016, Rajshahi Medical University (RMU) has yet to develop the capacity to offer postgraduate courses -- the core function of a medical university.
17 April 2026, 00:00 AM
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Tk 506cr new unit remains idle for lack of manpower at Neurosciences Hospital

12 April 2026, 03:48 AM
Parvin Begum came to the National Institute of Neurosciences and Hospital (NINS) along with one of her ailing relatives who needed treatment there. However, she suddenly felt dizzy, collapsed and became critically ill.
12 April 2026, 03:48 AM
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Vitamin A, deworming campaigns on hold for over a year

10 April 2026, 04:01 AM
Two crucial national campaigns -- distribution of deworming tablets and Vitamin A Plus capsules -- have remained suspended for over a year, a disruption experts say may have worsened the measles outbreak.
10 April 2026, 04:01 AM
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War crimes trial creates scope for ending culture of impunity

The ongoing war crimes trial has not only created a scope for ending the culture of impunity in the country, but also ensured that the people know the
10 January 2018, 18:00 PM
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Dhaka's mass transport to see overhaul

The government is going to form a company to oversee bus operations in the capital, provide people with better services and reduce traffic congestion.
7 January 2018, 18:00 PM
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In search of her roots

Her expression began to change as soon as she stepped into the Missionaries of Charity at Islampur in Old Dhaka on Christmas morning. The colourful Christmas decor of the premises could hardly draw her attention.
5 January 2018, 18:00 PM
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More teachers may get MPO

The government is likely to bring more private educational institutions under the Monthly Pay Order scheme. The education ministry has already sent a draft of the revised MPO policy to the finance ministry which is now reviewing it, said sources in the two ministries.
5 January 2018, 18:00 PM
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English, Math Exams: Lack of quality teachers behind poor show

The success rate fall in the JSC examinations has once again exposed students' weakness in English and mathematics -- two key subjects that always make a difference in the pass rate.
31 December 2017, 18:00 PM
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Comilla pulls all boards down

After a steady rise in the success rate since its introduction in 2010, the overall JSC examination results this year suffered a significant fall both in terms of the pass rate and the number of highest achievers.
30 December 2017, 18:00 PM
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Green technology for construction

At a time when several thousand brick kilns are causing large-scale air pollution and loss of topsoil across the country, around 20 private firms are making eco-friendly construction materials without any baking.
24 November 2017, 18:00 PM
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Green brick shows hope

If you visit Amin Bazar on the capital's outskirts in winter, you will find a foggy haze rolling in with brick kilns dotting the landscape as far as eyes can see.
17 November 2017, 18:00 PM
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Section 57: Over 300 cases filed this year

Cases filed under section 57 of the Information and Communication Technology Act are piling up, as the government is "undecided" what to do with the controversial section.
16 November 2017, 18:00 PM
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New window for 1971 research

The investigation agency of the International Crimes Tribunal is preserving all the documents of the war crimes cases that have been disposed of.
9 November 2017, 18:00 PM
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BRTA to get slow vehicles off highways

The government has asked Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA) to keep vehicles that are incapable of doing 60km per hour
11 October 2017, 18:00 PM
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Railway Network: Deal signed at last to connect Cox's Bazar

The project to connect the country's top tourist destination Cox's Bazar with the rail network is finally destined, though delayed, to see light.
14 September 2017, 18:00 PM

Incorporate climate issue in health policies

With Bangladesh being one of the most vulnerable counties to the adverse impacts of climate change, good preparedness and
5 September 2017, 18:00 PM
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Eid brings no cheer for long-haul buses

The movement of millions of city dwellers back to their homes for the Eid-ul-Azha festival is apparently not a boon for transport companies, as per the top three inter-district bus operators.
31 August 2017, 18:00 PM
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War crimes trial stalled

The war crimes trial has made no headway for more than one and a half months for the government's failure to appoint someone to the chairman post, eliciting criticism from all quarters associated with the long-cherished trial.
31 August 2017, 18:00 PM
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Launch Trips: Passengers made to pay extra fare

Abdul Kuddus arrived at Sadarghat Launch Terminal in the capital at 11:40am yesterday from Fakirapool just to book a place on the deck of a launch
28 August 2017, 18:00 PM
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Niko deals illegal

The High Court yesterday declared illegal and void the two deals Niko Resources Bangladesh Limited signed with Bapex and Petrobangla, as those were procured through corruption. The court also directed the authorities to “revert back” to the state the assets Niko possessed through the Joint Venture Agreement (JVA) and the Gas Purchase and Sales Agreement (GPSA) signed in 2003 and 2006.
24 August 2017, 18:00 PM
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Death for 15, life term for 11

The High Court yesterday upheld the death penalty of 15 convicted persons, including three former Rab officials and expelled Awami League leader Nur Hossain, for their involvement in conspiracy, abduction and killing of seven Narayanganj men in 2014.
22 August 2017, 18:00 PM
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Moon Ride on the cards

Excessive rains and flooding twice in just four months have left most of the roads in a miserable state, which could make people's journey home for Eid-ul-Azha a nightmare. If rain continues and the flood situation doesn't improve shortly, the road networks will be further damaged, compounding woes of travellers. Many roads are currently under floodwater.
19 August 2017, 18:00 PM
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In pain, in anger

It was not dawn yet.It was not dawn yet. At House 677 on Road 32 in Dhanmondi, a contingent of security personnel comprised of police and army was on duty at the residence of President Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
14 August 2017, 18:00 PM

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