State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Nasrul Hamid attributed the government’s win in the case against the Canadian gas company Niko Resources for Tangratila Gas field blowout to coordinated efforts of all.
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Dhaka reports highest 1273 new corona cases,14 deaths
Bangladesh’s confirmed coronavirus cases soared to 22,268 on Sunday with the detection of 1,273 new cases.
Warning signal 4 issued for maritime ports, Odisha Cyclone alert
Dhaka, May 17 – Maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been advised to hoist local warning signal number 4 as cyclonic storm ‘Amphan’ approaches.
COVID-19: Online classes bring social divide to the fore
Khulna, May 17 – The government’s decision to run distance-learning programmes after it shut down educational institutions amid coronavirus outbreak is gradually bringing out the social disparity. Only students with smartphones and digital devices equipped with internet connections are able…
Preventing diseases through sport: WHO, IOC team up
Dhaka, May 17 – The World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) have agreed to work together to promote health through sport and physical activity with a special focus on preventing noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) through sport.
Cyclonic storm brewing over Southeast Bay
Dhaka, May 16 – The deep depression over Southeast Bay and adjoining Southwest Bay intensified into cyclonic storm AMPHAN at 9 pm on Saturday, the Met Office said in a weather bulletin.
Online Eid Shopping in BD for Men, Women and Children
After the month-long fasting of Ramadan, Eid-al-Fitr, the largest ceremony of Muslims brings us immense joy and happiness. And whenever we think about celebrating Eid the desire of shopping for family-members appears into our mind.
Taposh takes over as Dhaka South City Corpn Mayor
Barrister Sheikh Fazle Noor Taposh took over as new Mayor of Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) on Saturday.
Dhaka reports 16 more coronavirus deaths, 930 new cases
As coronavirus keeps moving fast, the death toll from the deadly virus in Bangladesh hit 314 with 16 more deaths being reported in the last 24 hours till Saturday.
COVID-19 is clarifying the climate challenge
By Olivia Macharis and Nadim Farajalla BEIRUT – The COVID-19 crisis has highlighted the fragility of the world order. Governments have sought to limit the spread of the virus through lockdowns and travel restrictions, which have stalled economies and created…
Eid congregation at Sholakia suspended for coronavirus
For the first time in nearly 200 years, there will be no Eid congregation at Kishoreganj’s Sholakia as the country fights to contain the spread of coronavirus. Situated on the northern bank of Norsunda River, Sholakia hosted the largest Eid…
Historic Farakka Long-March Day Saturday
The Historic “Farakka Long-March Day” will be observed on Saturday in the country commemorating populist leader Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhasani’s huge long march towards Farakka Dam 44 years back. Different socio-political organisations chalked out various programmes to mark the…
Can conventional mass media survive corona?
Can conventional mass media survive the epidemic is a question that affects everyone. It’s not about professionals being dumped in their mid career but about the quality and access to information for all.
Surge of 1201 corona cases, 15 deaths in Bangladesh Friday
Bangladesh on Friday saw another surge in coronavirus cases as 1202 more people tested positive in the span of 24 hours, raising the total cases to 20,065.
Stay home? Wash hands? But 1.8b homeless; 3.0b sans water
By Thalif Deen UNITED NATIONS, May 14 2020 (IPS) – The relentless battle against the devastating coronavirus pandemic has been underlined by several widespread advisories from health experts – Stay home. Wash your hands. Wear mask. Keep social distance. But…
Rohingya Camp Corona case nightmare dev: Urgent action must
The detection of the first coronavirus positive case in the Rohingya Refugee Camp in Bangladesh has been termed as a nightmare scenario and the government plus the UN and humanitarian agencies have been asked to take swift action to prevent…
Corona virus may never go away, says WHO
WASHINGTON – As people around the world wonder when the coronavirus might go away, experts say: Maybe never.
National Professor Dr Anisuzzaman passes away
National Professor Dr Anisuzzaman died of old age complications at the Combined Military Hospital (CMH), Dhaka on Thursday. He was 83.
Coronavirus: 1041new cases , 14 deaths in Bangladesh
Bangladesh on Thursday reported detection of 1041new coronavirus cases and 14 deaths in the last 24 hours until morning.
Financial aid for all mosques, Qawmi Madrasas before Eid
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Thursday said financial assistance will be provided to all mosques and another 7,000 Qwami Madrasas across the country before the Eid-ul Fitr.
Global coronavirus death toll nears 300,000
Dhaka, May 14 – The global death toll is inching towards 300,000, as the number of globally confirmed coronavirus cases near 4.5 million. On Thursday morning, the global death toll stood at 298,165, according to data compiled by Worldometer. Confirmed…
Death of 929 with virus symptoms takes corona toll to 1198?
Dhaka, May 14 – A total of 929 people died with symptoms similar to that of coronavirus across the country until May 9, the Centre for Genocide Studies (CGS) of Dhaka University said Wednesday.
Global economy to shrink by 3.2pc: UN report
Dhaka, May 14 – The world economy has been projected to shrink by 3.2 percent wiping out nearly four years of output gains as economic activities around the world comes to grinding halt against the backdrop of the coronavirus pandemic,…
Covid-19: C’wealth Health Ministers convene virtually 14 May
By William Ellis TORONTO, May 13 2020 (IPS) – The Coronovirus pandemic has been an unforgiving test of advanced economies. Health systems in the United States, France, Italy, Spain, and the UK have been put under immense pressure, with shortages…
Human health risks linked to wildlife trade practices
By Steven Broad Cambridge, UK, May 2020 (IPS) – At the time of writing, the COVID-19 pandemic is raging worldwide, causing human mortality and socio-economic disruption on a massive scale and it appears highly likely that profound impacts will continue…
Bangladesh seeks 2-year duty-free RMG market access to US
Bangladesh has sought a two-year duty-free access for its readymade garment products to the US market as the coronavirus pandemic put the major export-earning sector in trouble amid cancellations of global orders.
e-commerce has a billion-dollar market: Tipu Munshi
Commerce Minister Tipu Munshi on Wednesday called upon all involved in e-commerce to maintain their service quality for creating its good image as it has a billion-dollar market.
Bangladesh sees highest 19 coronavirus deaths in a day
Bangladesh saw a big jump in the coronavirus cases on Wednesday as the health authorities confirmed the detection of 1162 new patients in the last 24 hours, raising the total cases to 17,822.
Planning Commission finalises Tk 2 trillion ADP
The Planning Commission on Monday finalised the annual development programme (ADP) involving Tk 205,145 crore for the next 2020-21 fiscal year.
Barisal lawyers’ rally protest virtual court proceedings
Lawyers in Barishal on Tuesday brought out a procession in the court premises area of the city protesting virtual judicial activities.