China bans govt officials from using iPhone for work

China has ordered officials at central government agencies to not use Apple's iPhones and other foreign-branded devices for work or bring them into the office, the Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter.
6 September 2023, 08:08 AM

Bangabandhu National Stadium: An expensive facelift

The Bangabandhu National Stadium (BNS) was supposed to get a new look all around at the end of its biggest-ever renovation work in December, at a cost of 98 crore taka as per the original budget. But a budget increase of Tk 60 crore and delay in approval of the new budget means the project to renovate the country’s premier multi-purpose venue will likely take at least six more months from the original schedule to complete.
2 September 2023, 03:00 AM

8-year-old dies after falling off swing on school ground

An eight-year-old boy died today after falling from a swing while playing on his school ground in Lalmonirhat’s Aditmari upazila
30 August 2023, 13:52 PM

NBA stars rip sprint king Lyles over 'world champ' claims

American NBA stars ripped world sprint king Noah Lyles on social media for comments saying he is offended when teams declare themselves "world champions" for winning an NBA crown.
29 August 2023, 05:59 AM

Seminar on international arbitration held at NSU

The Department of Law at North South University (NSU) organised a seminar titled "International Arbitration: Experience of Bangladesh in a Global Context" on the campus on Wednesday, said a press release..Barrister Moin Ghani was present as the keynote speaker. .Dr M Ismail Hossain,
24 August 2023, 13:23 PM

NSU, Uttaran sign MoU

North South University and Uttaran (IDRC Project) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) today, said a press release..This strategic partnership holds the promise of mutual growth through joint research endeavours, collaborative publications, internships, training opportunities, and th
24 August 2023, 12:29 PM

NSU, Child Health Research Foundation ink research partnership

To foster academic and research collaboration, North South University (NSU) today signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Child Health Research Foundation (CHRF), said a press release..The agreement was formalised in a symposium hosted at NSU's syndicate hall by the Office of E
21 August 2023, 13:15 PM

Jade mine landslide: At least 25 missing in Myanmar

At least 25 people are missing after a landslide at an unregulated jade mine in a remote region of Myanmar, rescue workers said today
14 August 2023, 08:42 AM

China's defence minister to visit Russia, Belarus this week

China and Russia are strategic allies, with both sides frequently touting their "no limits" partnership and economic and military cooperation
14 August 2023, 07:45 AM

Strike on India’s I-Day: Security tightened across Manipur

Security was enhanced today across the northeastern Indian state of Manipur, which is experiencing ethnic strife, after some banned insurgent groups called a strike on Independence Day on August 15
13 August 2023, 09:24 AM

A story of love and war: ‘1971 Shei Shob Din’ releases haunting trailer

The trailer opens with cut scenes depicting the freedom fighters, the entertainment scene of the country and the effect that the war had on its people.
10 August 2023, 14:00 PM

England name unchanged team for final Ashes Test

England have named an unchanged team for the fifth and final Ashes Test at The Oval starting Thursday, with record wicket-taker James Anderson keeping his place in the side.
26 July 2023, 11:06 AM

74 Rohingyas detained in India's Uttar Pradesh

The Anti Terrorist Squad (ATS) of India’s Uttar Pradesh state police today apprehended 74 Rohingyas who were allegedly living illegally in the country, according to a senior official..The ATS has been getting information about Rohingyas residing in various districts of UP after crossing th
24 July 2023, 13:38 PM

AL rescheduled JL rally for conflict: Fakhrul

BNP’s secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today said the ruling Awami League is trying to create a confrontational situation by rescheduling their rally on the same day as BNP’s “mega rally”.
24 July 2023, 12:30 PM

AL won't instigate violence, but ensure people's safety

AL General Secretary Obaidul Quader says over the rival rallies called on the same day by Jubo League BNP on July 27
24 July 2023, 11:18 AM

BNP’s ‘youth rally’ underway after stage collapse

A ‘youth rally’ of three associate bodies of BNP has begun at the historic Suhrawardy Udyan in the presence of a huge number of opposition leaders and workers
22 July 2023, 11:19 AM

Russia-Ukraine war is destabilising the world: PM

Sheikh Hasina calls for amicable end to the conflict while addressing a meeting of the Global Crisis Response Group
21 July 2023, 14:16 PM

Covid: Country reports one more death, 32 cases

Bangladesh reported one more Covid-19-linked death and 32 fresh cases in 24 hours till today morning
21 July 2023, 11:33 AM

Tampering with order: HC again blasts Cox’s Bazar judge

The High Court today again rebuked Cox’s Bazar District and Sessions Judge Mohammad Ismail for tampering with his own order regarding granting bail to nine accused of a criminal case
20 July 2023, 13:34 PM

China, US ties at a crossroads, Xi tells Kissinger

Kissinger's visit to China comes at a time when the two superpowers are embarking on a course to stop their relations, already at historic lows, from sinking further
20 July 2023, 12:48 PM
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