Qatar expatriate stabbed to death in Sabujbagh
A Bangladeshi expatriate who recently returned from Qatar was hacked to death by a group of assailants at a residential building at Sabujbagh in Dhaka on Sunday afternoon (September 6).
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Efforts to resume Bangladesh-India train services after 2-year suspension
Efforts are underway to resume the suspended Maitree, Bandhan and Mitali Express trains between Bangladesh and India. The matter will be discussed at the annual meeting between the railway authorities of the two countries. The two-day meeting, beginning Tuesday in Dhaka, is expected to yield a decision on resuming the three train services.
Government aims to raise literacy rate to 86-90% by 2031: State Minister
The government is working with the target of raising the country's literacy rate to 86 to 90 percent by 2031, said State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj. He said literacy is not just the basic ability to read, write and calculate; it is a foundation for holistic human development, environmental responsibility and sustainable economic prosperity.
Bangladesh ready to assist Rohingya rehabilitation after repatriation: PM
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has said the Rohingya crisis is one of the biggest challenges for Bangladesh. He also reiterated that Bangladesh is ready to provide all necessary diplomatic and strategic cooperation for the proper rehabilitation of Rohingyas in Myanmar after the repatriation process.
Youth remanded over 'attempt to enter' PM's security cordon
A court has granted a five-day remand for the motorcyclist who was arrested on charges of attempting to enter the security cordon designated for Prime Minister Tarique Rahman during an event at Farmgate in Dhaka.
Road accidents kill 481 in August, 664 injured: Road Safety Foundation
A total of 481 people were killed and 664 injured in 513 road accidents across the country in August. Among the deceased were 61 women and 58 children. Compared to July, the average daily death toll in road accidents increased by 15.65 percent in August.
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