Dhaka, July 25: Bangladesh today recorded 38 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) deaths and 2,520 fresh cases overnight.
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BD economy to bounce back at year end, hopes Minister
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Flood situation worsens in Madaripur, Kurigram, Sunamganj
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PM opens modern housing for climate refugees in Cox’s Bazar
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Timing of ongoing floods spared BD from major damages: Nishat
Dhaka, July 22 – Leading water expert Professor Dr Ainun Nishat Wednesday said the timing of the ongoing floods spared the country from greater damages particularly in terms of crop losses despite inflated waters in major rivers, inundating vast areas…
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Imran Khan phones Sheikh Hasina
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Jute harvesting goes on in Rajshahi division
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BUP emerges as pioneer in running virtual classes
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COVID-19 cases reach 9,484 in Khulna division
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One new dengue case reported in 24 hrs: DGHS
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‘Ensure journalists’ professional safety during Covid-19’
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Flood situation worsens in Faridpur, Kurigram
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BSCIC to ensure uninterrupted supply of salt during Eid
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Only one quarter of Japanese want Olympics next year: poll
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Jute harvesting gets momentum in Narsingdi
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