BNP on Friday alleged that Chief Election Commissioner KM Nurul Huda is trying to intimidate it to join the election under Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina by speaking about the risk of the cancellation of its registration in case of election…
Month: September 2018
Air Niugini plane comes down in Micronesia lagoon
A passenger aircraft has come down in a lagoon off Chuuk International Airport in Micronesia after it overshot the runway, say airport officials.
3-day Biman Tourism Fest begins in capital Dhaka
Dhaka, Sept 27 – Speakers at a function here on Thursday sought joint and effective efforts to promote Bangladeshi tourism products abroad and play role in increasing inbound tourists to ensure bigger contribution to the national economy.
Bangladesh’s first Asia Cup title a win away against India
Dhaka, Sep 27 – Bangladesh will play India in the final of the 14th Asia Cup at Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Friday.
People’s vote on Brexit: Be careful what you wish for
When thinking about Brexit and Europe, we should remember the words of Hans Magnus Enzensberger: short term hopes are futile – long term resignation is suicidal.
Implement Burma-UN deal on Rohingya crisis: PM Hasina
She expects intel community to give due importance to atrocities suffered by Rohingyas New York, Sept 28 – Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has demanded immediate and effective implementation of the agreement signed between Myanmar and the UN on the solution…
New trade realities cause concern
Trade liberalization, a key dimension of recent globalization, has failed to promote broad structural transformation in developing countries and has instead contributed to increased worldwide inequality, a new United Nations report shows.
Without food security, there is no peace
Reversing years of progress, global hunger is on the rise once again and one of the culprits is clear: conflict.A high-level side event during the 73rd session of the United Nations General Assembly brought together, U.N. officials, governments, and civil…
Houthi hostage-taking in Yemen
Arbitrary Detention, Torture, Enforced Disappearance Go Unpunished Yemen: Houthi Officials Kidnap, Demand Ransom Money The Houthi armed group in Yemen has frequently taken hostages and committed other serious abuses against people in their custody.
Khaleda seeks stay on Zia Charitable Trust graft case
Dhaka, Sept 27 – BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia yesterday filed a revision petition with the High Court seeking a stay on the trial proceedings of Zia Charitable Trust corruption case against her.
GWP annual network meetings held thru video conferences
Dhaka, Sept 27 – The Global Water Partnership had its annual network meetings with regional partners through video conferences on Thursday to decide on its strategy.
30+ Food leaders to convene on October 3 in New York City
From Danielle Nierenberg In just six days, Food Tank will present its SOLD OUT Second Annual New York City Summit, “Focusing on Food Loss and Food Waste” in partnership with New York University’s Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human…
MP Rana refused bail
Tangail, Sept. 27: Maksuda Khanom First and Additional District Judge of Tangail refused the bail to AL leader and MP of Tangail -3 Ghatail constituency charged in FF and AL leader Farook Ahmed murder case on Thursday. The court recorded the deposition of…
Dhaka Education Board punishes 233 expelled HSC examinees
Dhaka Sept 27 – The discipline committee of the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Dhaka, has taken stern steps against 233 expelled examinees for adopting unfair means in the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) examinations in 2018.
Modern tech turns agricultural livelihoods in BD commercial
Dhaka, Sept 27 – Livelihood of people based on agricultural productions has turned commercial due to the introduction of modernized technology from traditional production system in the country, Matia Chowdhury has said.
BNP to hold public meeting at Suhrawardy Udyan Sunday
Dhaka, Sept 27 – The BNP will hold its public meeting at Suhrawardy Udyan on Sunday as it refused to take permission for Saturday, according to party sources.
BD team leaves Dhaka for Sylhet on Friday to play BB Gold Cup Int’l Football
Dhaka -A 23-member Bangladesh National Football team will leave the capital for Sylhet on Friday afternoon by a Bangladesh Biman flight to compete in the six-nation 5th Bangabandhu Gold Cup International Football Tournament beginning at Sylhet District Stadium on Monday…
PSG concedes first goal but beats Reims 4-1; Lyon wins 3-0
Paris,(AP/UNB) – Conceding first was little setback for Paris Saint-Germain, which beat Reims 4-1 on Wednesday to record a seventh straight win and move eight points clear at the top of the French league.
Dhaka Division crush Chattogram Division 10-0
Dhaka – Dhaka Division earned an emphatic 10-0 goals victory over Chattogram Division in the Walton 4th National Women’s Hockey at the Maulana Bhashani National Stadium here on Thursday.
Tigers ready to roar again in Asia Cup final
Dhaka- After a magnificent victory over Pakistan,motivated Tigers are ready to roar again as they face India in the final of ACC Asia Cup scheduled to be held tomorrow (Friday) at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, in United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Mega plan taken to make BD attractive tourist destination
Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister AKM Shahjahan Kamal on Thursday said the government has been working sincerely to turn Bangladesh as one of the attractive tourism destinations of the world by utilizing its potential and natural beauty.
Diplomats voice concern over Digital Security Act
Heads of missions of the European Union (EU) Member States, the European Union Delegation and the heads of missions of Norway and Switzerland on Thursday reiterated their concerns around several provisions of the Digital Security Act.
Khaleda’s message to oust govt thru’ unity: Moudud
BNP senior leader Moudud Ahmed on Thursday said their party chairperson Khaleda Zia sent out a massage from jail to ensure the Awami League-led government’s fall through a movement by forging a national unity.
3 youths to die for killing schoolgirl after rape in Sherpur
A court here on Thursday sentenced three youths to death in a case over killing a minor girl after rape at Bakakura village in Jhenaigati upazila in 2016.
Google Doodle celebrates search giant’s 20th birthday
The tech giant is celebrating its 20th birthday with a new Google Doodle marking the special occasion on Thursday.Founded 20 years ago, the company is marking the occasion with a Google Doodle around the world.
Adultery is no longer a criminal offence: Indian SC
The Supreme Court of India on Thursday unanimously struck down Section 497 of the Indian Penal Code that makes adultery a punishable offence for men.
Passengers’ demo at Ctg airport over schedule collapse
The passengers of a Muscat-bound flight of Biman Bangladesh Airlines staged demonstrations at Shah Amanat International Airport on Thursday following its flight schedule collapse.
2 Bangladesh Navy men killed in cannonball blast in Bay
Two members of Bangladesh Navy were killed and six others injured in a cannonball explosion during a test firing at a ship in the Bay of Bengal in Chattogram on Thursday.
Juggling duties, New Zealand leader brings baby to UN
Jacinda Ardern knows all about juggling her role as a mother with the requirements of her job.
UN chief blasts lack of ‘strong leadership’ on climate
The head of the United Nations blamed lack of leadership Wednesday for the world’s failure to take tough decisions needed to stop global warming, warning that a key goal of the Paris climate accord is at risk.