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IPDC Finance PLC. officially unveiled its Annual Calendar 2026, themed “Sustainability for the People and Planet” at an evening event attended by distinguished guests, valued partners, and members of the IPDC family. The launch underscored IPDC’s strategic focus on...

The Ministry of Health has proposed a new bill to amend the existing Smoking and Tobacco Products Usage (Control) Act, 2005 (as amended in 2013). While multiple anti-tobacco pressure groups appear confident about the bill’s applicability, the hasty nature...

Rosatom Technical Academy, as part of its regular activities, hosted an internship program for young foreign specialists in the field of nuclear technologies. Titled InteRussia, the internship was implemented with the support of Russia’s State Atomic Energy Corporation, Rosatom....

Shafiqul Islam Sohel of Mymensingh has won a Hero Pleasure Refresh 102cc scooter by making transactions through Nagad. He received the prize by participating in Nagad’s campaign titled “Asha Aar Fera, Surprise Sera” , a press release said. Popular television...

Bangladesh’s hilly regions continue to attract travelers, especially following the lockdown years when local tourism gained popularity. Scenic destinations like Sajek, Bandarban and Boga Lake have become favorites for those exploring the country’s natural beauty, a press release said. Keokradong,...

LONDON : England coach Brendon McCullum wants to stay in his job despite a chastening Ashes series defeat but admits his future is out of his hands. England are 3-0 down in the five-match series after just 11 days of...

RAJSHAHI : RUET Premium Cricket Tournament began at Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology (RUET) at its new playground today. A total of six teams consisting of kids and offspring of RUET teachers and staff are taking part in the...

MELBOURNE : Australia skipper Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon were on Tuesday ruled out of the final two Ashes Tests against England with the veteran spinner facing surgery and an extended period on the sidelines. Quick bowler Jhye Richardson and...

PALM BEACH : US President Donald Trump  on Monday announced a new class of heavily armed warships that will be named  after himself -- an honor usually reserved for leaders who have left office. Two of the Trump-class ships will...

GENEVA : The UN said on Tuesday Myanmar's junta was using violence and intimidation to force people to vote in upcoming military-controlled elections, while armed opposition groups were using similar tactics to keep people away. "The military authorities in Myanmar...