A team of scientists from Noakhali Science and Technology University (NSTU) and North South University (NSU) has claimed to make the first and successful attempt to detect SARS-CoV-2 viruses’ genetic material in the sewage water.
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Covid-19: 32 more die, 1567 infected in Bangladesh in 24 hrs
Bangladesh registered 32 more deaths and 1,567 new cases and 2,051 recoveries from coronavirus in 24 hours till Saturday morning.
Security tight as Hathazari Madrasah Rector Ahmed Shafi dies
Security has been tightened in four upazilas of Chattogram to avoid any untoward situation over the burial of Hathazari Madrasah rector and chief of Hefazat-e-Islam Allama Shah Ahmed Shafi. Allama Shafi breathed his last at a hospital in the capital…
Tragic: Mother sells newborn to pay hospital bills
A woman, who gave birth at a clinic in Gaibandha, sold her baby for Tk 16,000 to foot her medical bills.
Turbulent Teesta wreaking havoc to Kurigram, Gaibndha
Several hundred houses, important establishments and educational institutions have been gobbled up by the Teesta River as its bank erosion has taken a serious turn at Kashimbazar point in Gaibandha and Ulipur’s Bazra union point in Kurigram.
Allama Shafi resigns from Hathazari Madrasa
Allama Shah Ahmed Shafi, the director-general of Hathazari Madrasa, has stepped down.
Bangladesh to pay Tk2.25 tln in debt servicing in 3 years
The government will pay an estimated Tk 2,256.7 billion as interest on loans in the next three fiscals including the current one.
Equal pay must for a world of dignity, justice for all: UN
The United Nations is marking the first-ever International Equal Pay Day on Friday drawing attention to the gender pay gap and the systemic inequalities it is rooted in.
WHO chief for multilateral virus vaccine effort of countries
Mentioning that more than 170 countries have expressed interest in joining the COVAX Global Vaccines Facility, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the head of the World Health Organization (WHO) urged countries to join before Friday.
Health Ministry did well in dealing with pandemic: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Thursday said the Ministry of Health showed its enough efficiency in checking the Covid-19 pandemic in the country by properly taking necessary measures in time.
Low-lying areas inundated as Teesta, Dharala swell again
The waters in the Teesta and Dharala rivers Kurigram and Lalmonirhat districts started to rise again for continuous rains and upstream water, submerging the low-lying and char areas.
Covid-19: Bangladesh sees 36 deaths; 1593 cases overnight
The total number of people who recovered from Covid-19 crossed the 2,50,000-mark in Bangladesh on Thursday as health authorities reported the recoveries of 2,443 patients in 24 hours till Thursday morning.
No ME peace without solving Palestinian problem: Russia
MOSCOW, Sept 17, 2020 (BSS/AFP) – Russia said on Thursday it would be a “mistake” to think lasting peace in the Middle East could be secured without resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Bangladesh’s debt burden set to get heavier
Dhaka, Sept 17 – Bangladesh is going to plunge into a ‘newer depth of debt’, both from internal and external sources, in the coming days as it is spending additional money to salvage the economy hit hard by the COVID-19…
Bangladesh economy relatively in good shape: PM Hasina
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday said Bangladesh’s economy is more or less in a good shape now although the COVID-19 pandemic has dealt a severe blow to it as elsewhere in the world.
Bangladesh importing onion from Turkey, Egypt
The government has decided to import onion from multiple sources to ensure enough supply of the popular cooking ingredient in the local markets.
COVID-19: Bangladesh reports 21 deaths; 1,615 fresh cases
DHAKA, Sept 16, 2020 (BSS) – Bangladesh today recorded 21 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) deaths and 1,615 fresh cases overnight.
Record northern heat, fuels concerns on US wildfire disaster
5 September – The northern hemisphere experienced its warmest August ever, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said on Tuesday, amid searing conditions that have contributed to devastating wildfires on the west coast of the United States.
Covid-19: Bangladesh sees 43 deaths; 1,724 new cases Monday
Bangladesh on Tuesday saw a rise in both the number of coronavirus deaths and new reported cases.The health authorities announced 43 deaths in the past 24 hours, pushing the death tally to 4,802.
India bans export of onions again: Prices double in BD
The government of India on Monday prohibited the export of all varieties of onion except in cut, sliced or powdered form.
Bangladesh keen to deepen ties with Turkey: PM
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday said Bangladesh is keen to boost its relationship with Turkey for mutual benefits as it is deeply rooted in shared history, faith and traditions based on trust and confidence.
Bangladesh reports 26 COVID-19 deaths, 1,812 fresh cases
DHAKA, Sept 14, 2020 (BSS) – Bangladesh today recorded 26 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) deaths and 1,812 fresh cases overnight.
Troop movement: Myanmar Ambassador in Dhaka summoned
Dhaka, Sept 14 – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday summoned Myanmar Ambassador to Bangladesh Aung Kyaw Moe and protested visible movement of Myanmar military very close to Bangladesh-Myanmar border.
Coronavirus: WHO reports record daily rise in new infections
The World Health Organization (WHO) has recorded a record one-day rise in the number of new coronavirus infections, with 307,930 reported over 24 hours.
Bangladesh sees 31 corona deaths; 1,476 new cases on Sunday
The coronavirus recovery rate in Bangladesh jumped to 71.3 percent on Sunday with the recovery of 2,372 patients.So far, 240,643 coronavirus patients have recovered.
54pc Bangladeshi rural families lack internet access: Survey
Despite the government’s pro-digital approach, 54 percent rural households in Bangladesh do not have access to internet, a new study shows, as experts fear the ‘digital divide’ could hinder e-governance progress.
Omera Gas along with Padma, Meghna, Jamuna to supply LPG
Omera Gas One Ltd, a subsidiary of East Coast Group, has signed separate deals with Meghna, Jamuna and Padma oil companies to set up auto gas stations and supply LPG across the country, aiming to ease people’s sufferings in converting…
Covid-19: Infectious household medical wastes hazardous
Dhaka, Sept 13 – Medical wastes, including used PPEs masks and sanitizer bottles, are posing a serious threat to public health and environment as those generated outside hospitals and clinics remain without management across Bangladesh.
Bangladesh sees 34 deaths; 1,282 new cases on Friday
Dhaka, Sept 12 – The recovery rate from Covid-19 reached 70.90 percent on Saturday as 2,247 patients got cured of the deadly disease in the last 24 hours till 8 am on Saturday raising the number of total recoveries to…
Warring Afghans meet to find peace after decades of war
Dubai, AP/UNB, Sept 12 – After decades of conflict, Afghanistan’s warring sides will open long anticipated negotiations Saturday in search of lasting peace. This will also provide an exit for U.S. and NATO troops after nearly 19 years.