Author: Desk Report
China is set to build a specialized hospital in Bangladesh, with an investment of Tk 2,000 crore, to provide high-quality healthcare services for the country’s citizens. Shafiqul Alam, the press secretary of the chief adviser, revealed in a recent interview that China is currently seeking an appropriate location for the project. “China will begin construction immediately after securing the site,” Alam said. This move comes as a response to India’s recent decision to suspend visa issuance for Bangladeshis following political unrest, including the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on August 5. The visa restrictions have significantly disrupted the…
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne revealed on Friday that he will depart the club at the conclusion of the current season. The 33-year-old Belgian international, who joined City from Wolfsburg in 2015, has helped the club secure 14 major trophies, including six Premier League titles and a Champions League victory in 2023. De Bruyne shared the news in a heartfelt message on social media, saying, “Nothing about this is easy to write, but as football players, we all know this day eventually comes. That day is here – and you deserve to hear it from me first.” He…
Since its release on Monday, Shakib Khan’s latest film, ‘Borbaad’, has taken the lead among the Eid releases, according to film industry sources. The movie has been consistently running houseful shows, while other films like ‘Daagi’ and ‘Jongli’ are gaining traction, though many others are struggling due to limited screening slots in cinemas nationwide. Directed by Mehedi Hasan Hridoy, ‘Borbaad’ is one of several films released to coincide with the Eid-ul-Fitr holidays, along with ‘Daagi’ by Shihab Shahin, ‘Jongli’ by Jaber Ahmed Shakil, ‘Chokkor 302’ by Sharaf Ahmed Jibon, ‘Antaratma’ by Wajed Ali Sumon, and ‘Jinn 3’ by Kamruzzaman Roman.…
The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has initiated a comprehensive study to assess the impact of US tariffs on trade between the two countries, according to NBR Chairman Abdur Rahman Khan. The research aims to pinpoint which products are most affected by the tariffs and determine the extent of duties imposed, amid rising concerns about the country’s trade competitiveness. Khan explained that the study is currently in the data-gathering phase, focusing on US-origin products, the duties applied to them, and their relative value. “We are analyzing the data from various angles to identify the products facing the highest duties…
Bangladesh has received the BIMSTEC chairmanship for the next two years from Thailand. Thailand Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra handed over the BIMSTEC chairmanship to Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus at the end of the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok today. Upon receiving the chairmanship from the Thailand premier, the Bangladesh chief adviser made a statement of acceptance, focusing on an inclusive and action-oriented BIMSTEC and outlining Bangladesh’s vision and priorities for the regional group. He reaffirmed Bangladesh’s commitment to advancing regional cooperation and development. Leaders of BIMSTEC member states unanimously adopted the Bangkok Declaration and the BIMSTEC Bangkok Vision, a strategic…
The death toll from the horrific road accident in Lohagara upazila, Chattogram, has risen to 11 after a woman succumbed to her injuries on Friday while receiving treatment. Taslima Islam Prema, who was undergoing care at the ICU of Chittagong Medical College Hospital (CMCH), passed away around 12:00 pm, according to Brig. Gen Md Taslim Uddin, director of the hospital. The crash occurred on Wednesday morning when a bus and two microbuses collided on the Chattogram-Cox’s Bazar highway in the Chunti area of Lohagara. The collision left seven people dead at the scene and seven to eight others…
Myanmar has agreed to take back 180,000 Rohingya refugees from Bangladesh, marking a significant step toward resolving the Rohingya crisis, according to Dr. Khalilur Rahman, the Chief Adviser’s High Representative. This announcement came after a meeting with Myanmar officials in Bangkok on Friday. This confirmed list represents the first phase of repatriation efforts, and Myanmar’s Foreign Minister U Than Shew also revealed that the documents for another 70,000 refugees are currently being reviewed for their return. The original list of approximately 800,000 Rohingya refugees was submitted by Bangladesh in several batches from 2018 to 2020. During the meeting,…
International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) chief prosecutor Muhammad Tajul Islam today said that the prosecution found evidences of conspiracy to thwart the trial of the July-August massacre. “We have found a lot of specific information and evidences of hatching conspiracy to thwart the tribunal’s trial of the July-August mass killing. Simultaneously, the masterminds behind the plot have been identified,” he told BSS today. The chief prosecutor said action will be taken against the conspirators in due course. Earlier on Wednesday, Tajul said that the prosecution received the draft probe report of a case filed against Sheikh Hasina over the July-August mass…
Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser, Prof. Mohammed Yunus, and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met and exchanged greetings during the official dinner of the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok on Thursday. The event, held at the Shangri-La Hotel, was hosted by Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who welcomed regional leaders for an evening of informal discussions and diplomatic engagement. The dinner featured a brief address from Shinawatra, followed by toasts and photo sessions, including Yunus posing with the Thai Prime Minister. Earlier in the day, Yunus had arrived in Thailand to attend the sixth BIMSTEC Summit, and he is scheduled to return to…
Chief Adviser Prof. Mohammed Yunus has expressed confidence that the 37 percent tariff imposed by the United States on Bangladeshi imports will be resolved through discussions. Currently on a state visit to Thailand, Yunus emphasized that the matter is under review and open to negotiation. Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam, speaking to media representatives in Thailand, quoted Yunus as saying, “We are reviewing the matter. Since it is negotiable, we will discuss it and I am confident that we can reach the best solution.” The tariff, introduced under former US President Donald Trump’s “Reciprocal Tariffs” policy, has raised concerns within Bangladesh’s…