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Bangladesh Integrated Social Advancement Programme (BISAP) distributed 1230 Winter Blankets among most vulnerable Refugees Camp dwellers & Urban Settlement with financial support of AMI Foundation, at Segunbagan Nebedan Club Ground, Pahartali, Khulshi, Chattogram on 08-01-2025. The Blanket distribution event was graced by the presence of the esteemed Chief Guest, Mr. M. A. Malek, a recipient of the Ekushey Padak, former District Governor of Lions Clubs International, renowned Social Worker, and Editor of the Prestigious Newspaper The Daily Azadi Chattogram. The event was presided over by Lion Habibur Rahman, President of the Brihattar Dhaka Samity. Special guests included Mr. Nazim Uddin,…
Samshad Sattar In the fast-paced world of journalism, where accuracy meets charisma, few have carved a niche as prominent as Atifa Anjuman. In a dynamic and ever changing world of Bangladesh television journalism, few names command the admiration and respect as Atifa. Her journey, which began with a passion for storytelling, has culminated in her becoming one of the most celebrated news presenters and journalists in Bangladesh. Known for her poise, professionalism, and insightful reporting, she has carved a niche for herself in the media industry. With her unwavering commitment to truth and a natural flair for storytelling, Atifa has…
HasmatAra Islam, wife of late M.N. Islam and founder director of ‘Flora Limited’ breathed her last at 7.30 pm at United Hospital in the capital on December 30, 2024 (Innalillahi …. Rajeun). She left behind four children, eight grandchildren, four great grand children and a host relatives and well-wishers to mourn her death. Her funeral prayer was held at Gulshan Azad Mosque premises after Zuhr prayer on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. Mentionable, Hasmat Ara Islam played a vital role in providing moral support to late M.N. Islam in establishing the leading IT company .
Bangladesh Bank Governor Dr. Ahsan H. Mansur announced that the country has received an additional $3 billion in remittances over the past five months. “In the last five months, we have received an additional $3 billion in remittances. Good governance has also reduced money laundering,” Dr. Mansur said. He made the statement while speaking to journalists after inaugurating Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC’s 400th branch in Ghatail, Tangail, on Saturday afternoon. The country’s foreign exchange reserves have surpassed $20 billion, signaling a positive shift in the nation’s economic landscape, he also said. Dr. Mansur noted significant progress in stabilizing the banking…
The Bangladesh Army has strongly protested a report published by Indian media outlet Anandabazar Online on December 27 terming it ‘misleading’ and ‘baseless’. Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) issued a press release on Saturday over the report headlined,“Urdite Bangali Gonohottar Rokter Chite! 53 bochor por Bangladeshe Firche Sei Porajito Pak Fouj.” “Contrary to the proper journalistic practice, the newspaper did not take any comment or explanation from the ISPR before publishing the report which raises question about the objectivity and credibility of the report,” said the release. The Bangladesh Army is steadfast in its principles of professionalism, impartiality and international cooperation,…
Chattogram Port, the country’s premier seaport, has already handled over 32.30 lakh TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) container so far which is a new record in the history of the port authority. Earlier, it handled the highest number, around 32.15 lakh TEUs in 2021. The port authority expected that this figure will reach approximately 32.8 lakh TEUs by the end of this year. Chattogram Port entered the “three million club” in 2019 by handling around 30.88 lakh TEUs. Talking to BSS, Mohd. Omar Faruk, secretary of Chittagong Port Authority, said this is a positive indicator that businesses have overcome the challenges…
The annual examination results publication, reception to luminaries, parent meeting and prize distribution ceremony of National Public School and College was held at city’s Bohaddarhat area on Saturday. Director of the Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education, Chittagong Region, Professor Md. Fazlul Quader Chowdhury attended the event as Chief Guest while Osman Gani Mansur, chairman of Chittagong Education and Research Foundation and President of the Board of Directors of National Public School and College was the keynote speaker. Salimullah Zaman, Secretary of the institution, Professor Dr. G. M. Golam Rasul Atique, Advocate Alamgir Mohammad Yunus (P.P), Mohammad Anwar Siddique Chowdhury…
Superficially, 2024 has not differed greatly from 2023 when it comes to global power dynamics. Many of the key features were already with us, whether the growth of populism in the West, the conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine or the rise of middle powers. Yet, even if these trends are not new, the past year has seen them continue to build a momentum that points to a gradual shift toward a multipolar world order and a weakening of the West. The year’s most dramatic development, the election of Donald Trump, looks likely to accelerate this. For, while the new White…
Hamas accused Israel on Wednesday of imposing “new conditions” that it said were delaying a ceasefire agreement in the war in Gaza, though it acknowledged negotiations were still ongoing. Israel has made no public statement about any new conditions in its efforts to secure the release of hostages seized on October 7, 2023. Indirect talks between Israel and Hamas, mediated by Qatar, Egypt and the United States, have taken place in Doha in recent days, rekindling hope for a truce deal that has proven elusive. “The ceasefire and prisoner exchange negotiations are continuing in Doha under the mediation of Qatar…