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HEADLINE

● Nation waves final goodbye to uncompromising leader Khaleda Zia ● Hasina responsible for Khaleda Zia's death: Nazrul ● Pakistan, Nepal envoys call on CA after attending Khaleda Zia’s funeral ● DITF key to boosting local products, exports: CA ● Pakistan Speaker, India’s FM hold brief meeting in Dhaka ● ‘Pray for my mother,’ Tarique appeals to nation at Khaleda Zia’s janaza ● Nepal, Bhutan FMs convey condolences to Tarique Rahman

Gold prices hit historic high, surpasses $3,000 per ounce

Shakib Ahmed

The price of gold soared to $3,000 per ounce on Friday, marking the first time in global history that the precious metal has reached such a peak.The surge represents a 2.94% increase, and it is the 13th time this year

Nationwide Vitamin A campaign begins Saturday

Shakib Ahmed

A nationwide Vitamin A Plus campaign is set to launch on Saturday, aiming to provide essential nutrition to children across Bangladesh. As part of the initiative, children aged 6-11 months will receive blue Vitamin A capsules, while those aged 12-59

UN chief vows to secure funding for Rohingya humanitarian aid

Shakib Ahmed

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres reaffirmed his commitment on Friday to securing essential funding for the Rohingya refugees, ensuring they do not face worsening conditions due to a lack of resources.We will do everything in our power to prevent a humanitarian

The Virtues of Ramadan: Day 13

Shakib Ahmed

The holy month of Ramadan carries immense spiritual significance, with unique virtues for each of its 30 days. As part of our special Ramadan series, today we present the blessings and supplication for the 13th fast. According to a hadith,

Govt finalizes amendments to Women & Children Repression Prevention Act: Adviser

Shakib Ahmed

The government has finalized the draft amendments to the Women and Children Repression Prevention Act, significantly reducing the time for investigation and trial in rape cases, Law Adviser Dr. Asif Nazrul announced on Wednesday. Speaking to reporters after a meeting

12 sued over attacking police during anti-rape march

Shakib Ahmed

A case has been filed against 12 leaders and activists of left-leaning student organizations following clashes between police and protesters during an anti-rape march in Dhaka's Shahbag on Tuesday.The march, organized by the platform Bangladesh Against Rape and Oppression, aimed

BB dissolves boards of Meghna, NRB, and NRBC banks

Shakib Ahmed

The Bangladesh Bank has officially dissolved the boards of directors of Meghna Bank PLC, NRB Bank PLC, and NRBC Bank PLC. Arif Hossain Khan, the central bank’s spokesperson, confirmed the decision on the evening of March 12. He stated that

Mahmudullah retires from Int'l Cricket

Shakib Ahmed

Veteran all-rounder Mahmudullah Riyad has announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday evening.Having already stepped away from Test and T20I formats, Mahmudullah has now decided to retire from One Day Internationals (ODIs) as well, marking the end of an

Saudi Arabia sets minimum age of 15 to perform Hajj

Shakib Ahmed

Saudi Arabia has announced that the minimum age for pilgrims to perform Hajj in 2025 will be set at 15 years.This decision was outlined in a letter from the Hajj-1 branch of the Ministry of Religious Affairs, issued on Wednesday.The

Magura rape victim's condition deteriorated further

Shakib Ahmed

The condition of the eight-year-old girl from Magura, who is currently fighting for her life at the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) in Dhaka, has worsened, according to a statement from the Chief Adviser's Press Secretary on Wednesday.We are deeply saddened