Current Affairs
Amar Ekushey today
The nation is observing "Amar Ekushey" – Language Martyrs Day and International Mother Language Day – today (21 February), marking the supreme sacrifice of the language heroes for upholding the dignity of the mother tongue Bangla.
President pays homage to language heroes
President Mohammed Shahabuddin has paid rich tributes to the martyrs of the historic Language Movement marking the Amar Ekushey and the International Mother Language Day.
PM pays homage to language heroes
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has paid rich tributes to the martyrs of the 1952 Language Movement, marking the great Martyrs' Day and the International Mother Language Day.
Single vaccine for coughs, colds and flus
Next generation influenza vaccines that provide broader and longer-lasting protection than existing seasonal vaccines, could play a vital role in reducing the global burden of influenza, according to a recent World Health Organization (WHO) assessment.
Government asks UN for three-year deferment of LDC graduation
The government has requested a three-year postponement of its graduation from the least developed country (LDC) category to the United Nations.
Shujan concerned over interference with freedom of expression
Shushashoner Jonno Nagorik (SHUJAN) has expressed deep concern over the private television channel Ekhon TV issuing show cause notices to four journalists.
Police will quiz teenagers roaming unnecessarily at night: Education Minister
Police will quiz teenagers found roaming the streets at night unnecessarily, said Education Minister ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milon.
Pakistan to tour Bangladesh for 3-day ODI
Bangladesh Cricket Board has officially confirmed the schedule for Pakistan’s upcoming One-Day International tour of Bangladesh in March through a press release on Friday.
Five countries commit troops to Gaza
Five countries have committed troops for an international security force for Gaza, the commander of the force said on Thursday.
Nasir launches brand alongside wife Tamima
Former Bangladesh national team cricketer Nasir Hossain has now debuted with a new identity off the field. His clothing brand 'Be-Positive' has officially launched in Banasree in the capital.