Agriculture

Govt Plans 10% Annual Growth in Agriculture by 2025-26

The Bangladesh government has allocated Tk 385 billion for agricultural development over the next three years, aiming for an average annual growth of 10% in the sector by the 2025-26 fiscal year.... Read more »
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Bangladeshi Expats in China Celebrate Eid Reunion, Pahela Baishakh

Representatives from China adorned the festive atmosphere with traditional Bangladeshi cultural elements, marking the celebration of Eid reunion and Bengali New Year. Despite the thousand-mile distance, the essence of Bangladeshi heritage and... Read more »

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Foreign Minister

Foreign Minister Calls for Peace Amid Gaza Crisis

Foreign Minister Dr. Hasan Mahmud emphasized Bangladesh’s stance on the Iran-Israel tension, calling for all countries to play a role in deescalating the situation and halting the violence in Gaza. “We hope... Read more »
Air

Dhaka’s Air Quality 2nd Worst in the World

Dhaka secured the second position globally for the worst air quality on Monday morning. At 9:00 am, Dhaka’s air quality measured an air quality index (AQI) score of 193, categorizing it as... Read more »
Bank bangladesh

Offices, Courts, Banks, Stock Markets to Reopen Tomorrow After Eid Break

After six days of Eid and Pahela Baisakh vacation, offices, courts, banks, and stock markets are set to open on Monday. The holidaymakers are arriving in the capital after celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr on... Read more »
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Met Warns of Heat Wave Extension

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) today forecasted that the ongoing mild to moderate heat wave affecting Rajshahi, Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram, and Sylhet divisions, as well as the districts of Nilphamari and... Read more »
MV Abdullah

Hijacked Ship MV Abdullah Released from Somali Pirate Captivity

Bangladeshi cargo ship MV Abdullah and its 23 crew members, previously held hostage by Somali pirates, have been released. KSRM media advisor Mizanul Islam confirmed the news at 3:45 am on Sunday.... Read more »
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PM Sheikh Hasina Extends Pahela Baishakh Greetings

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina issued a message today, extending greetings to the nation on the occasion of Pahela Baishakh, the first day of Bengali New Year 1431, to be celebrated tomorrow. In... Read more »
rain eid Heat Wave

Mild to Moderate Heat Wave Continues in Several Divisions, Met

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has issued a forecast today, indicating the continuation of a mild to moderate heat wave across several divisions, including Rajshahi, Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram, and Sylhet. This heat... Read more »
Pahela Baishakh

Nation set to observe Pahela Baishakh tomorrow

The country is gearing up to celebrate Pahela Baishakh, the first day of Bengali New Year-1431, tomorrow, embracing the rich cultural values and rituals of the Bangalees. A significant turnout is expected... Read more »