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CA Yunus to engage US directly over tariff issue: Commerce Adviser

Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus will personally engage with the US administration regarding the tariffs imposed on Bangladesh under President Donald Trump's 'reciprocal tariff' policy, Commerce Adviser Sk Bashir Uddin said on Saturday. He made the remarks while briefing

CA holds emergency meeting on US tariff issue

Chief Adviser Prof Mohammad Yunus convened an emergency meeting with top government officials to discuss the recent US tariff imposition on Bangladeshi imports.  The meeting began at the State Guest House Jamuna in Dhaka around 7:30 pm today. Information Adviser Mahfuj Alam,

Over 1cr SIM users exit Dhaka, 44 lakh return during Eid

A total of 1,07,29,155 SIM card holders left Dhaka between March 28 and April 3 to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr with their families, according to official data. During the same period, 44,40,279 SIM users returned to the capital, said Faiz Ahmad Taiyeb, Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser

Key decisions taken at 6th BIMSTEC Summit

The 6th Summit of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) concluded with several significant decisions aimed at strengthening regional cooperation.  Among the key outcomes was the adoption of the ‘Bangkok Vision

No major crime reported during Eid holidays: PHQ

This year, Bangladesh celebrated a peaceful Eid holiday, with no major crimes reported across the country, thanks to the timely and effective measures taken by law enforcement agencies. Assistant Inspector General (media) at the Police Headquarters (PHQ) Enamul Haque Sagor told the

EC to go for NID correction in three categories

The Election Commission (EC) has decided to categorise National Identity Card (NID) correction applications into three distinct groups: expatriates, government employees, and general citizens." According to EC officials, handling applications in bulk has often led to delays,

Bangladesh placed 181st in 2024 global passport power index

Bangladesh has been placed 181st in the 2024 Nomad Passport Index, published by global consultancy firm Nomad Capitalist on Friday. The index ranks 200 passports based on visa-free access, taxation, global perception, and personal freedoms. Bangladesh scored 38 out of 110, allowing its

Former Thai PM Thaksin meets Bangladesh CA in Bangkok

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus met with former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra at the Shangri-La Hotel in Bangkok on Friday. They discussed a variety of topics, including the health of Thaksin, a longtime friend of the 2006 Nobel Peace Prize laureate. Prof. Yunus

CA to hold urgent meeting on US tariff at 7:30 pm

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has called for an emergency meeting to address the ongoing US tariff issue, scheduled for 7:30 pm today at the State Guest House Jamuna. The meeting will bring together leading experts, advisers, and key officials to discuss the matter, according

Supreme Court Secretariat on verge of establishment: Chief Justice

Chief Justice (CJ) Dr. Syed Refaat Ahmed said the separate secretariat under the Supreme Court is on the verge of establishment.  He said the establishment of a secretariat would play a crucial role in achieving the full separation of powers and safeguarding the judiciary’s

Mild heat wave affects seven districts: Met office

A mild heat wave is currently sweeping through seven districts in Bangladesh, including Rajshahi, Pabna, Sirajganj, Khulna, Bagerhat, Patuakhali, and Rangamati, according to the latest weather bulletin from the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD).  The heat wave is expected

People returning to capital with relief by train

As people are returning to Dhaka after celebrating Eid with their families, the post-holiday rush has been notably less stressful than in previous years.  Government and private offices are set to resume on Sunday, April 6, prompting many to head back to the capital. 

Teen injured in July Uprising dies after months of battle 

A 17-year-old died on Friday (April 4) after enduring months of pain from gunshot wounds sustained during the July Revolution on Dhaka's highways. Md. Ashiqur Rahman Hridoy died around 3 pm at Bauphal Upazila Health Complex of Patuaohali following over eight months of medical

Dhaka's air quality still 'unhealthy'

Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, continues to grapple with poor air quality, securing the ninth spot on the global pollution index.  According to the latest data from IQAir, a Switzerland-based air quality monitoring organization, the city’s air quality score stands at 152

2 youths killed as car hits motorcycle on Kalshi flyover

Two young men were killed in a head-on collision between their motorcycle and a private car on the Kalshi flyover in Mirpur, Dhaka, on Friday evening.  The incident, which occurred around 9:45 pm, resulted in the motorcycle rider falling off the flyover, while his companion was

Eid holidaymakers start returning to Dhaka

As government offices and institutions will resume on Sunday following the nine-day Eid holiday, commuters from 21 southwestern districts are flocking back to Dhaka.  Since Friday, the return journey has sparked a sharp rise in passenger and transport traffic, especially along the

Myanmar confirms 180,000 Rohingyas eligible for repatriation

Myanmar has confirmed to Bangladesh that 180,000 Rohingyas, out of a list of 800,000 sheltered in Bangladesh, are eligible for repatriation. The verification of another 70,000 is pending further scrutiny. This was disclosed to Dr. Khalilur Rahman, High Representative to the Chief

IMF team to arrive in Dhaka tomorrow

A delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is set to arrive in Dhaka tomorrow to assess progress on various conditions tied to the disbursement of the fourth and fifth tranches of Bangladesh's $4.7 billion loan agreement. The team will meet Finance Adviser Dr.

Yunus seeks extradition of Hasina in meeting with Modi

Bangladesh has requested the extradition of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina during a meeting between Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the BIMSTEC Summit. Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam confirmed the matter today.

Bangladesh, Thailand sign MoU to combat corruption together

Bangladesh's Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) and Thailand's National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance international collaboration in combating corruption. ACC Chairman Dr. Mohammad Abdul Momen and NACC President