Thirty years ago, when the United States launched Operation Desert Storm against Iraq, I was a member of the Gulf Peace Team.
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Amari Dhaka announces appointment of new Executive Chef
A tremendous excitement surrounds his joining as he promises to introduce a modern contemporary line of dishes, many of which are a first here in Bangladesh.
Final delivery of ZIO-Podolsk JSC equipment for Rooppur NPP
ZIO-Podolsk JSC (part of the machine building division of Rosatom – JSC Atomenergomash) manufactured and shipped equipment for the second power unit of Rooppur NPP.
জীবন সহজকরণে ইসলামী ব্যাংকের ডিজিটাল ব্যাংকিং সেবা
ঘরে বসেই ইসলামী ব্যাংকের হিসাব খোলা যায়। হিসাবে লেনদেন করা যায় বিশ্বের যেকোন স্থান থেকে। এ ব্যাংকের কার্ড ব্যবহার করা যায় বিশ্বের যেকোন দেশে। নগদ টাকা জমা দিতেও এখন আর যেতে হয় না ব্যাংকে।
IBBL Board of Directors meeting held
A meeting of the Board of Directors of Islami Bank Bangladesh Limited was held on 10 March 2021, Wednesday at a virtual platform.
Two more testify against DIG Mizan, 3 others in graft case
Two more witnesses including Barisal’s Mehediganj Municipality Mayor Kamal Uddin Khan testified in a case filed against sacked DIG of Police Mizan and three others.
ACC approves 10 more cases against ex-NRB MD PK Halder
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has approved 10 more cases against NRB Global Bank’s former Managing Director PK Halder and 36 others.
A New Food System Based on Agroecology for Rural-Urban Areas
It is vital that indigenous peoples, local communities and peasant farmers, especially women, are properly included in policy development and decision-making on food systems.
The Ethics of AI to Ensure Food Security and Development
Call of Rome, which seeks to actively incorporate ethics in artificial intelligence based on a transparent, inclusive, socially advantageous and responsible process.
Down in Hell
The lack of oxygen and dust make it hard to breathe. I have no idea how deep this shaft goes – hundreds of feet? More? If there is a Hell this must be what it feels like.
27 held over deadly Noakhali intra Awami League clash
At least 27 people have been arrested in connection with Tuesday’s deadly clash between two rival factions of the Awami League in Noakhali, officials said.
Royal family says Harry, Meghan racism charges ‘concerning’
Buckingham Palace said Tuesday that allegations of racism made earlier this week by Prince Harry and Meghan were “concerning” and would be addressed privately by the royal family.
Oprah’s deft royal interview shows why she’s still the queen
While the couple drew both strong support and rebukes for detailing why they fled Britain and their royal roles, Winfrey burnished her stature as a master interviewer.
5 of a family hurt in Narayanganj residential flat fire
Five members of a family including a child suffered burn injuries in a fire in the Fatullah area of Narayanganj early Tuesday.
Green Growth Falls Short sans Addressing Gender Inequality
if gender differences are not incorporated into climate change plans, women will be unable to access the co-benefits that arise from concerted climate action.
RU teachers and students demand cancellation of DSA
Rajshahi University teachers and students on Monday formed a human chain demanding cancellation of the Digital Security Act.
Covid-19 death toll tops 2.59 mn; cases 116.82 mn globally
The death toll from Covid-19 in the world topped 2,593,073 and cases 116,822,839 as of Monday, according to data compiled by Johns Hopkins University.
Post-COVID World Needs Amplified Women’s Voices in Politics
Theme ‘Women in Leadership: Achieving an Equal Future in the COVID-19 World,’ is grounded in the reality that this women’s day is unlike any other.
Women Must Continue To Claim Power & Take On Unseen Barriers
One can’t talk about power without talking about patriarchy – in which men always hold the power and women are largely excluded from it.
Protecting Indigenous Languages is Protecting Biodiversity
The extinction of one million species feels rather abstract. We do not know how to speak of the scale of such extinction, except as a mere number: one million!
The Case for 12-year transition period for graduating LDCs
The LDCs have upped the ante on their request at the WTO that LDC-specific support measures must be extended for a period of 12 years for those countries graduating from the LDC category
RU admission tests begin
Rajshahi, Mar 07 – Rajshahi University preliminary admission tests for 2020-21 academic year honours 1st year has started on Sunday (March 7) at 12.00 pm and will continue till March 18.
Dhaka condemns Houthi Drone attacks targeting KSA, Airport
Bangladesh has strongly condemned the drone attacks targeting the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia(KSA) and Abha International Airport by the Houthi rebels.
Myanmar asks India to return defected police officers
Myanmar has asked neighbouring India to return several police officers who crossed the border seeking refuge after refusing to carry out orders.
Historic 7th March: PM pays homage to Bangabandhu
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Sunday paid rich tributes to Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman on the occasion of the historic March 7.
Editors’ Council calls for immediate review of DSA
The Editors’ Council on Saturday demanded an immediate review of the Digital Security Act (DSA) in line with the law minister’s statement.
Historic 7th March Sunday
The historic March 7 will be observed on Sunday commemorating the landmark speech of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
Swechhasebok Dal holds rally in Dhaka amid police obstacles
Jatiyatabadi Swechhasebok Dal held a rally in front of the Jatiya Press Club in Dhaka on Saturday amid obstructions by police.
3-day fest on films made by women begins
A three-day film festival – featuring six movies made by women film directors – started on Saturday in Dhaka ahead of International Womens’ Day.
Women, girl empowerment crucial to sustainable food security
Hunger and famine will persist and there will be unequal recovery from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic unless more women in rural and urban areas hold leadership positions with increased decision-making power.