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Columbia University extends remote learning amid Gaza war protests
08:31 AM, 24 Apr 2024 WednesdayColumbia University has extended remote classes at its main New York City campus for the rest of term amid tense Gaza war protests that have spread to US colleges nationwide.
Chinese SBS Zipper to invest $19.97 million in BEPZA EZ
09:52 PM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdayChinese company SBS Zipper Bangladesh Co Ltd is going to invest US 19.97 million dollar to set up a garments accessories manufacturing industry in BEPZA Economic Zone (BEPZA EZ)...
IFC, BB sign cooperation deal to boost digital payment adoption
09:43 PM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdayIn a landmark development aimed at advancing digital finance in Bangladesh, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Bangladesh Bank have formalized a new agreement...
Shakib likely to make T20I return against Zimbabwe
09:30 PM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdayShakib Al Hasan could play in Bangladesh's T20I series against Zimbabwe next month, according to chief selector Gazi Ashraf Hossain. He might also feature in a couple of Dhaka Premier League matches as part of his return to white-ball cricket...
Qatar emir leaves Dhaka
08:38 PM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdayEmir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani left Dhaka on Tuesday afternoon wrapping up his two-day state visit to Bangladesh. The Qatar emir's visit generated tremendous goodwill and understanding between the two countries, said a Foreign Ministry press release...
‘Nothing is going to stop me’: Celine Dion details life with stiff person syndrome
07:43 PM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdayCeline Dion has opened up about life with stiff person syndrome (SPS), a debilitating condition that she was diagnosed with in 2022...
Mass arrests made as US campus protests over Gaza spread
06:24 PM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdayProtests over the war in Gaza have taken hold at a handful of elite US universities as officials scramble to defuse demonstrations...
President holds meeting with Qatar Amir, seeks investment in SEZs
05:36 PM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdayPresident Mohammed Shahabuddin on Tuesday sought Qatar’s investment in the Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in Bangladesh as he had a meeting with the visiting Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani at Bangabhaban...
Three teenagers drown in Padma
05:03 PM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdayThree teenage boys drowned in the Padma River in Rajshahi city on Tuesday afternoon when they were taking a bath...
Gold price cut by Tk 3138 per bhori
04:11 PM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdayThe Bangladesh Jeweler’s Association has decided to reduce the price of gold by Tk 3,138 per bhori following a decrease in the price of pure gold in the local market. Now, gold of 22-carat will cost Tk 1,16,290 per bhori (11.664 grams), 21-carat Tk 1,10,995, 18-carat Tk 95,143, and gold of traditional method Tk 76,586 respectively...
Israel still has no proof of Unrwa terrorist claims – but damage to aid agency is done
03:32 PM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdayUnsupported Israeli allegations about Unrwa links to terrorism led major donors to cut $450m in funding to the main humanitarian agency working in Gaza at a time when people there were dying in droves...
Polls to Bandarban’s 3 upazilas suspended
02:12 PM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdayThe Election Commission has suspended the polls for three upazilas in Bandarban as the joint operation is underway there. Election Commission (EC) Secretary Md Jahangir Alam told reporters after an inter-ministry meeting on Tuesday morning.
Bangladesh, Qatar sign 5 agreements, 5 MoUs
01:04 PM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdayBangladesh and Qatar on Tuesday signed five agreements and five memorandums of understanding (MoUs) to enhance mutual cooperation between the two countries.
Severe heat wave sweeping parts of country
12:49 PM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdaySevere heat wave is sweeping over several north, north-eastern and southern districts, mild to moderate heat wave is sweeping over three divisions and other parts of the country, said met office forecast for the next 24 hours begins from 9am on Tuesday.
Gas supply to remain off for 12 hours in parts of Savar on Wednesday
12:36 PM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdayGas supply will remain suspended from 9 am to 9 pm on Wednesday in different areas of Savar for all categories of customers for emergency works in gas pipelines.
EU threatens to suspend TikTok Lite’s reward programme
12:19 PM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdayTikTok Lite's reward programme may be suspended in the European Union on Thursday if TikTok is unable to address concerns about its possible addictive effect on children, the European Commission said on Monday as it opened a probe into the new app's launch in France and Spain.
Inter secure Serie A title in heated win over Milan
12:01 PM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdayInter Milan won their 20th Serie A title on Monday after a 2-1 win at AC Milan gave Simone Inzaghi's side an unassailable lead in the standings.
10 dead as Navy helicopters collide mid-air in Malaysia
11:37 AM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdayTen people have died after two navy helicopters collided in mid-air during a military rehearsal for a Royal Malaysian Navy parade. One of the choppers clipped the rotor of the other before the two crashed into the ground, footage published on local media show.
Qatar Amir at PMO
11:10 AM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdayAmir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani reached Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) to hold bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. On his arrival at the PMO, Sheikh Hasina welcomed the Amir at her office’s Tiger Gate with flower bouquet on Tuesday morning.
Rabindra Sangeet singer Bannya receives Padma Shri Award
09:17 AM, 23 Apr 2024 TuesdayEminent Rabindra sangeet singer Rezwana Choudhury Bannya has received the prestigious Padma Shri Award from the Indian government.