Hajj agents asked to submit pilgrims’ passports by Aug 28

Hajj Department under Religious Affairs Ministry asks a total of 483 Hajj agents to submit pilgrims’ passports to Saudi Arabian Embassy for Hajj visas by August 28.
22 August 2016, 13:14 PM

6 months' injunction on market construction at Laldighi

High Court issues an injunction on constructing a building for a market on the bank of historical Laldighi, a public water body in Cox’s Bazar town, for next six months.
22 August 2016, 11:43 AM

HC stays Citycell closure till Sept 16

A High Court bench stays government’s order to shutdown Citycell's operation or cancel its license up to September 16.
22 August 2016, 10:56 AM

Refrain from publicity for militants: IGP

Inspector General of Police (IGP) AKM Shahidul Hoque asks all not to carry out any direct or indirect publicity in favour of banned militant outfits in the social media.
21 August 2016, 15:53 PM

GP gets ‘013’ number series with existing ‘017’

Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission decides to allow Grameenphone a new number series of 013 with their existing 017 prefix which is close to be exhausted.
21 August 2016, 10:58 AM

Bangabandhu killing: Anisul for commission to find conspirators

Bangladesh government should form a commission to find out the conspirator of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman killing, Law Minister Anisul Huq says.
20 August 2016, 10:04 AM

Dhaka, Delhi sign MoU to carry petroleum products thru’ Bangladesh

Bangladesh and India sign a memorandum of understanding on the route permit for carrying petroleum goods from Assam to Tripura through Bangladesh territory.
18 August 2016, 12:05 PM

DCCs asked to explain steps to remove billboards, banners in Dhaka

High Court seeks an explanation from the authorities concerned of two Dhaka city corporations whether they have taken steps for removal of all billboards, banners, posters and other publicity materials from the structures in Dhaka.
18 August 2016, 10:55 AM

New townships must have adequate water bodies: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina asks city planners to keep spaces for adequate water bodies and reservoirs for new townships for environmental reasons and combating disasters like outbreak of fire.
17 August 2016, 10:57 AM

Fate of 5,000 Hajj pilgrims uncertain: Biman

Fate of at least 5,000 Hajj pilgrims from Bangladesh is uncertain as Hajj agencies failed to confirm their visas and plane tickets in time.
17 August 2016, 05:26 AM

Ecnec okays Akhaura-Agartala rail link project

The government approves the construction of Akhaura-Agartala dual gauge railway link project aiming to improve rail connectivity and boost trade between the two countries.
16 August 2016, 12:38 PM

Process to shut Citycell from tomorrow: Tarana

The government will start process from tomorrow to shut Citycell as it has failed to pay dues around Tk 477.51 crore despite several reminders.
16 August 2016, 10:52 AM

Chair for Bangabandhu finally open for public

DU Vice-Chancellor Professor AAMS Arefin Siddique inaugurates programmes marking the National Mourning Day at the university campus.
15 August 2016, 15:01 PM

India-Bangladesh gas pipeline on the cards

In an attempt to boost mutual cooperation in the energy sector, India is planning to build an oil and gas pipeline with Bangladesh, Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister of India Dharmendra Pradhan says.
15 August 2016, 09:55 AM

Bangabahadur won’t be taken to Safari park today

The stranded wild elephant recently rescued and named as Bangabahadur, will not be transported to Bangabandhu Safari Park in Gazipur today as was expected.
15 August 2016, 06:58 AM

Nation pays homage to Bangabandhu

People from all walks of life are observing the National Mourning Day with due respect and solemnity, marking the 41st anniversary of assassination of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
15 August 2016, 04:53 AM

Home boss lauds cops

The police are now united to fight against the militancy and those who are trying to create unrest in the country in the
14 August 2016, 18:00 PM

Militants to be tried at speedy trial tribunals: Law minister

Law Minister Anisul Huq says trial of the militants will be held at the speedy trial tribunals, as special measures for punishing them quickly.
14 August 2016, 15:16 PM

Explain ambiguity in Children Act over holding trial of adult accused: HC

The High Court seeks explanation from two ministries regarding ambiguity in Children Act, 2013 in holding trial of an adult accused in a case filed under this law.
14 August 2016, 13:57 PM

34th BCS: 453 selected as govt high school teachers

Bangladesh Public Service Commission (BPSC) recommends recruitment of 453 candidates in the 34th Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) examination as assistant teacher in government high schools.
14 August 2016, 12:57 PM