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There is no alternative to research, innovation and skilled human resources for building a new Bangladesh, Posts, Telecommunications and ICT and Science and Technology Minister Fakir Mahbub Anam has said. He said artificial intelligence is not just a technology but a major driver of the future economy, employment, innovation and national competitiveness.
Defending champions Argentina and Switzerland, who have reached the quarter-finals after 72 years, are set to face off in a high-voltage World Cup clash. FIFA has announced the match officials for the fixture at Kansas City Stadium, with three Portuguese referees taking charge amid various refereeing controversies this tournament.
The World Cup quarter-final between Norway and England (July 11, Miami) is shaping up to be one of the most tactically intriguing clashes of the tournament. It is not just a battle between two teams but a collision of two distinct football philosophies. On one side, Stale Solbakken's Norway, who control possession, patiently frustrate opponents and then strike with devastating speed. On the other, Thomas Tuchel's England, defined by high-pressing, rapid transitions and attacking football.
The World Cup quarter-final between Norway and England (July 11, Miami) is shaping up to be one of the most tactically intriguing clashes of the tournament. It is not just a battle between two teams but a collision of two distinct football philosophies. On one side, Stale Solbakken's Norway, who control possession, patiently frustrate opponents and then strike with devastating speed. On the other, Thomas Tuchel's England, defined by high-pressing, rapid transitions and attacking football.
Every household has its lights turned on. Fans are operating, refrigerators are cooling, televisions are playing, and air conditioning units are functioning. Electricity serves numerous purposes. However, the consumption of electricity varies across different institutions. A standard calculation underlies this electricity usage, specifically the computation of electricity bills at the end of each month.
“স্পেন”
Bangladesh have been fined 10 per cent of their match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate in the second Men’s ODI against Zimbabwe in Harare on Thursday.
Bangladesh won the toss and elected to bowl first against Zimbabwe in the second ODI of the three-match series, with skipper Mehidy Hasan Miraz opting to chase in a must-win encounter at Harare on Thursday (July 9).
Bangladesh Mohila Krida Parishad President Barrister Sarwat Siraj Shukla, also the Vice President of Bangladesh Olympic Association (BOA) and newly appointed Chairman of Gender Equity Committee, has left for the United Kingdom to participate in the world's largest international conference on gender equality and women's empowerment in sports, 'IWG Global Summit on Women and Sport 2026'.
The Asia Cup will be played in the ODI format next year. The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has almost finalised the dates for the tournament, although an official announcement is yet to be made. The tournament is likely to be held in June-July next year, with Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) as the hosts.
Shapoor Zadran, the former Afghan pace bowler, has passed away. He was 38. The cricketer died today at a hospital in Delhi after battling a rare disease, Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH).
Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz has expressed disappointment after his side's 25-run defeat to Zimbabwe in the first ODI, following a similar loss in the Test match. Chasing a modest target of 142 runs, the Tigers were bowled out for 116, giving Zimbabwe a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
The United States is seeking a public commitment from Iran to keep the Strait of Hormuz open and halt attacks on commercial shipping as the two sides prepare to resume talks in Oman on Saturday (July 11), according to US officials cited by American media.
The death toll from last month's devastating twin earthquakes in Venezuela has risen above 4,000, authorities said on Friday (July 10), underscoring the scale of one of the country's worst natural disasters in more than a century.
Andy Burnham is on the brink of becoming Britain's next prime minister after an overwhelming show of support from Labour lawmakers left him all but certain to replace Keir Starmer. Burnham said he had received nominations from 322 out of the 403 Labour members of parliament on the first day of nominations on Thursday, leaving him one short of ensuring he can be the only candidate.
The conference of Bangladesh Youth Union, Dhaka Metropolitan North was held at the Dr. Golam Mohiuddin Memorial Library Auditorium in Hatirjheel, Dhaka on Friday (July 10).
Ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, facing a death sentence, has vowed to return Bangladesh December and surrender.
LDP Chairman Col. (retd) Oli Ahmed has advised Prime Minister Tarique Rahman not to spend the night outside Dhaka. At the same time, he claimed that the prime minister is 'surrounded by enemies' and that foreign spies are present in important positions in the government and the ruling party.
National Citizen Party (NCP) has expelled Gazipur Metropolitan Convener Committee Joint Member Secretary Ataullah Shah after his arrest on allegations of involvement with an alleged extremist organisation.
Every household has its lights turned on. Fans are operating, refrigerators are cooling, televisions are playing, and air conditioning units are functioning. Electricity serves numerous purposes. However, the consumption of electricity varies across different institutions. A standard calculation underlies this electricity usage, specifically the computation of electricity bills at the end of each month.
The lives and livelihoods of millions of people in the northern region of Bangladesh are closely intertwined with the fate of the Teesta River. After decades of suffering caused by India's upstream water diversion through the Gazoldoba Barrage, Bangladesh's long-awaited Teesta Master Plan is finally moving toward implementation, aiming to restore the river and transform the country's northern region.
As the world grapples with an ongoing energy crisis, the need for renewable energy has never been more urgent. The price of fossil fuels continues to rise globally, and the impacts of climate change are being felt by communities around the world. Bangladesh, with its increasing population and growing energy demands, faces the dual challenge of improving access to energy while also addressing environmental concerns.
Bangladesh has called for a more adaptive, technology-driven and future-ready United Nations Police, urging reforms to enhance its capacity to respond effectively to increasingly complex global security challenges.
Iranian Ambassador to Bangladesh Jalil Rahimi Jahanabadi has expressed his sincere appreciation to Professor Yunus for his leadership of the interim government and for guiding Bangladesh through a peaceful election towards a democratic transition.
Delhi High Court has sentenced popular actor Rajpal Yadav to three months' imprisonment in each of seven cases related to a Rs 9-crore debt.
Getting enough sleep is essential for good health, but sleeping longer than necessary may also have negative effects, health experts warn.
The government has initiated steps to implement the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with India to reduce the bilateral trade imbalance. The Minister for Commerce, Khandaker Abdul Muktadir, disclosed this in a written response during a parliamentary session.
