All News
Labour strike halts nationwide fertilizer supply from Ctg
04:48 PM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayWorkers have halted the supply of fertilizers from three factories in Chattogram's Anwara, protesting against attempts by the contractor labor union to disrupt upcoming elections. As a result, the distribution of urea and ammonia fertilizers to dealers across the country was suspended starting at 9:00pm on Friday, November 1.
July Mass Uprising Memorial Museum committee formed
04:36 PM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayThe government on Saturday formed a 17-member committee for July Mass Uprising Memorial Museum with writer and filmmaker Dr Ebadur Rahman as its convenor...
Adapt charter to contemporary needs, Kamal tells reform commission
04:22 PM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayConstitutional expert Dr Kamal Hossain has urged the Constitution Reform Commission to modernise the nation's constitution.
ASM Golam Hafeez becomes PSC member
04:14 PM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayThe government has appointed five new members to the Bangladesh Public Service Commission (PSC), including Prof ASM Golam Hafeez, according to a notification from the Ministry of Public Administration issued on Thursday evening...
Khamenei vows retaliating attacks on Iran, allies
04:03 PM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayIran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei vowed on Saturday to retaliate against attacks by Israel and its ally the United States targeting Tehran and groups it supports in the region.
13% students satisfied with technical education in 3 districts
03:31 PM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayA recent report by the research institute CPD reveals that while 67% of technical education institutions in three districts of Bangladesh have good infrastructure, only 13% of current and former students express satisfaction with the quality of education.
Beyond the façade: White Paper to expose true state of economy
03:09 PM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayThe country's economic pressures are mounting in the first quarter of the new year, with a clearer picture expected once the government releases its white paper, says Kamran T Rahman, President of the Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI) and Chairman of the Bangladesh Tea Association. Kamran, who also leads The Kapna Tea Company Limited and Pubali Jute Mills and serves as an independent director at Advanced Chemical Industries (ACI) and its affiliates, shared insights on the current business climate and potential strategies for recovery in an exclusive interview with Jago News’ Md Samiur Rahman Sazzad.
Tigresses urge Yunus to arrange match with FC Barcelona
02:51 PM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayWith a strong desire to boost their international presence, women footballers on Saturday called on Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus to facilitate a friendly match beyond Asia—setting their sights on none other than European Champions League winners Barcelona!
14 killed in Serbia railway station canopy collapse
02:29 PM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayAt least 14 people have been killed after a concrete canopy at a railway station in northern Serbia collapsed, the country's President Aleksandar Vučić said.
No leaders, activists at JaPa office; additional police deployed
01:23 PM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayThe Jatiya Party has canceled its planned rally and protest march scheduled for Saturday in front of its central office in Dhaka’s Bijoynagar area, following a ban by the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) on all gatherings, rallies, processions, and demonstrations in the Kakrail area and its surroundings.
Rod-cement sectors caught in a three-pronged attack
12:47 PM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayThe country’s rod and cement sectors are struggling under a three-fold pressure—plummeting demand, surging production costs, and high raw material prices—causing many to sell at a significant loss. The economic slowdown has already delayed development projects, with the situation worsening after recent political unrest, say industry insiders.
Yunus hosts reception for women’s football team
12:37 PM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayChief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus hosted a reception for the Bangladesh national women's football team in recognition of their victory in the SAFF Championship in Nepal.
Ex- minister's wife disowns 8 acre land acquired from Hindus
12:09 PM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayFatema Akhter Rekha, wife of former State Minister for of Relief and Disaster Management Mohibbur Rahman, has renounced ownership of an eight-acre plot worth nearly Tk 1 crore, acquired through a deed from members of the Hindu community.
US announces new Mideast military deployments to warn Iran
11:29 AM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayThe United States announced Friday the deployment of additional military assets to the Middle East, including ballistic missile defense destroyers and long-range B-52 bomber aircraft, serving as a warning to Iran as it and Israel trade tit-for-tat strikes.
Shahadat to take oath as CCC Mayor on Sunday
10:55 AM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayBNP leader Dr Shahadat Hossain, who was declared the mayor-elect of the Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) following a court order, will be sworn in on Sunday.
BCB announces squad for Afghanistan series
10:08 AM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayThe Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) on Friday announced the squad for the three match ODI series against Afghanistan in the UAE, including fast bowler Nahid Rana as the only uncapped member.
Spain flood deaths top 200
09:18 AM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayRescuers raised the death toll in Spain's worst floods for a generation to 205 on Friday and fears grew for the dozens missing as hopes of finding survivors faded.
52 killed in Israeli strikes in eastern Lebanon: Ministry
09:06 AM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayLebanon's health ministry said 52 people had been killed in Israeli strikes on Friday in the country's east, attacks for which the Israeli army had not issued evacuation warnings.
JaPa postpones today’s rally, protest march
08:48 AM, 02 Nov 2024 SaturdayThe Jatiya Party (JaPa) has postponed its rally and protest march that was scheduled for Saturday. The party Chairman’s Press Secretary, Khandaker Delwar Jalali, confirmed the information on Friday.
Jatiya Party decries protesters after offices torched
06:03 PM, 01 Nov 2024 FridayJatiya Party formerly close to the regime ousted by a student-led revolution said Friday that such protesters were "splitting" the nation, a day after a mob torched its offices...