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The Financial Express

11401. Special Covid-19 vaccination campaign begins marking PM’s birthdayPublished: September 28, 2022 20:57:09

The government has launched a special mass inoculation campaign against COVID-19, aiming to give the first and second doses to the unvaccinated population. The Directorate General of Health Services opened...


11402. Roadwork causes 25km tailback on highway in CumillaPublished: September 28, 2022 20:48:36

The repair work on the Dhaka-Chattogram highway at Daudkandi in Cumilla has created a 25-kilometre tailback. Travellers were stranded for hours as vehicles were allowed to use only one Dhaka-bound...


11403. US concerns over labour rights still persist, says Peter HaasPublished: September 28, 2022 20:32:47

Bangladesh is yet to fulfil the labour reforms required for the Generalised System of Preferences (GSP), says US Ambassador in Bangladesh Peter Haas. Addressing a meeting of the American Chamber...


11404. Bangladesh sees worrying boom of C-section deliveryPublished: September 28, 2022 20:23:30

Cesarean section has seen an eightfold increase in Bangladesh since 2004 as private healthcare services are leading the worrying shift from normal delivery, a new study has found.  Normal delivery...


11405. কোভিড টিকার প্রথম ডোজ ৩ অক্টোবরের পর আর নয়Published: September 28, 2022 19:53:07

এখনও যারা করোনাভাইরাসের টিকা নেননি তাদের জন্য প্রধানমন্ত্রী শেখ হাসিনার জন্মদিনে আবার টিকাদানের বিশেষ কর্মসূচি শুরু করেছে স্বাস্থ্য অধিদপ্তর। বুধবার শুরু হওয়া এ কর্মসূচি চলবে ৩ অক্টোবর পর্যন্ত। এ কর্মসূচি...


11406. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman named prime minister of Saudi ArabiaPublished: September 28, 2022 19:48:30

Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz named his son and heir Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman as the kingdom's prime minister and his second son Prince Khalid as defence minister,...


11407. Rohingya refugees must go back home, says PMPublished: September 28, 2022 19:43:13

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said everyone needs to understand the reality that the forcibly displaced Rohingyas are becoming a huge burden for Bangladesh and they must go back home....


11408. Bangladesh keen to sign FTA with Malaysia, says finance ministerPublished: September 28, 2022 19:30:51

Finance Minister AHM Mustafa Kamal on Wednesday said that Bangladesh is keen to sign a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Malaysia. Kamal came up with the statement during a bilateral...


11409. এক টাকায় পূজার জামাPublished: September 28, 2022 19:28:40

দুর্গা পূজা উপলক্ষে মায়ের সঙ্গে নতুন জামা কিনতে এসেছিল তৃতীয় শ্রেণির ছাত্রী ঝিনুক দাশ; দুর্মূল্যের বাজারে যেখানে এক টাকায় চকলেটও মেলে না, সেখানে এক টাকা দিয়ে পছন্দের জামা কিনেছে সে।...


11410. At least 22 killed after two Ugandan army helicopters crash in east CongoPublished: September 28, 2022 19:22:58

At least 22 people were killed when two Ugandan military helicopters crashed in east Democratic Republic of Congo on Tuesday, a Congo army spokesman who did not wish to be...


11411. Putin expected to proclaim annexation of Ukraine territory within daysPublished: September 28, 2022 18:48:43

Moscow moved closer on Wednesday to annexing a swath of Ukraine, releasing what it called vote tallies showing support for four partially occupied provinces to join Russia, after what Kyiv...


11412. NATO, EU cite dangers to vital infrastructure after pipeline 'sabotage'Published: September 28, 2022 18:42:43

NATO and the European Union on Wednesday stressed the need to protect critical infrastructure after what they called acts of "sabotage" on the Nord Stream pipelines, and Brussels warned of...


11413. Vietnam preparing rules to limit news posts on social media accountsPublished: September 28, 2022 18:35:22

Vietnam is preparing new rules to limit which social media accounts can post news-related content, three people familiar with the matter said, as authorities tighten their control over news and...


11414. India extends free food programme by three monthsPublished: September 28, 2022 18:27:23

India has extended by three months its free food programme for the poor, a move that will add $5.46 billion to the government's costs and make for a bigger challenge...


11415. 1m families got free homes, lands under Ashrayan project, says PM Published: September 28, 2022 18:24:19

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina wants to make sure that everyone in Bangladesh gets own home, land and address as her government continues its efforts for inclusive development.  “My aim is...


11416. Dollar hits 20-year high, sterling under pressure Published: September 28, 2022 18:09:25

Nervous financial markets propelled the safe-haven dollar to a two-decade peak on Wednesday as rising global interest rates fed recession worries, while sterling drifted lower after the latest warnings about...


11417. Bangladesh Bank sets cost ceiling for short-term trade finance in forex Published: September 28, 2022 18:03:21

Bangladesh Bank (BB) has set the all-in-cost ceiling for short-term permissible trade finance in foreign exchange.  "Given the global market trends, it has been decided to set all-in-cost ceiling per...


11418. Govt approves import of 90,000 tonnes of fertilisers, other proposals Published: September 28, 2022 18:00:20

The Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase in a virtual meeting on Wednesday approved a number of proposals including the import of 90,000 tonnes of fertiliser.  Finance Minister AHM Mustafa Kamal...


11419. Full funding opportunity at Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial IntelligencePublished: September 28, 2022 17:55:37

The Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is a graduate-level university with the mission to advance the application of AI in the world.  Host Country: Abu Dhabi, United...


11420. Dengue claims another life, 524 hospitalised in 24 hours Published: September 28, 2022 17:52:35

Another dengue patient died in 24 hours till Wednesday morning, raising this year’s death toll from the mosquito-borne disease in Bangladesh to 55.  During this period, 524 more patients were...


11421. Argentina playing solid football, Lionel Messi leading from the frontPublished: September 28, 2022 17:48:57

The Argentina National Football Team endured much criticism from fans and experts alike for being a team full of heavyweights that failed to perform at tournaments. But after winning Copa...


11422. অভ্যুত্থান, গৃহবন্দি: গুজব উড়িয়ে প্রকাশ্যে চীনের প্রেসিডেন্ট শিPublished: September 28, 2022 17:48:08

উজবেকিস্তান থেকে দেশে ফেরার পর সপ্তাহ দুয়েক লোকচক্ষুর আড়ালে থাকা চীনের প্রেসিডেন্ট শি জিনপিং বেইজিংয়ের একটি প্রদর্শনীতে উপস্থিত হয়ে তার বিরুদ্ধে সেনা অভ্যুত্থান ও তাকে গৃহবন্দি করার গুজব উড়িয়ে দিয়েছেন। ...


11423. Govt plans not to increase LNG supply from Qatar before 2025 Published: September 28, 2022 17:44:10

Bangladesh is unlikely to get any additional liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Qatar before 2025 as the gulf country has recently turned down a request in this regard.  According to...


11424. Press gives opinion freely in Bangladesh: PMPublished: September 28, 2022 17:26:48

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said that Bangladesh’s growing media during her tenure has the freedom to say whatever they wish to say. “After speaking all, if someone says that...


11425. গণভোটের ফল ‘পক্ষে’, ইউক্রেইনের ৪ অঞ্চল রাশিয়ায় যোগ হচ্ছেPublished: September 28, 2022 17:18:21

ইউক্রেইনের যে চার অঞ্চল এখন রাশিয়া ও তার মিত্রদের দখলে আছে সেখানে ৫ দিন ধরে চলা গণভোটে রাশিয়ার সঙ্গে যুক্ত হওয়ার পক্ষে ‘বিপুল জনরায়’ এসেছে বলে জানিয়েছেন ওই এলাকাগুলোর মস্কোপন্থি...


11426. অল্প গভীর করতোয়ায় ট্রলার ডুবে এত প্রাণহানি যেসব কারণেPublished: September 28, 2022 17:10:57

পঞ্চগড়ের বোদা উপজেলার মাড়েয়া আউলিয়া ঘাটে রোববার ট্রলার ডুবির ঘটনায় আজ মঙ্গলবারও ১৮ জনের মরদেহ উদ্ধার করা হয়েছে। এ নিয়ে বিকেল পর্যন্ত নিহতের সংখ্যা দাঁড়িয়েছে মোট ৬৮ জন। এখনো ৩০...


11427. Play Fantasy 365: The world of fantasy football in BangladeshPublished: September 28, 2022 17:06:37

With the start of UCL this month, the football fever has peaked among the fans and followers. All the top leagues are running in full swing now. The managers and...


11428. EU suspects sabotage in massive Russian gas pipeline leakPublished: September 28, 2022 17:02:41

Any deliberate disruption to the EU's energy infrastructure would meet a "robust and united response", its top diplomat said, after several states said two Russian pipelines to Europe that have...


11429. Taliban official calls for schools to be reopened for girlsPublished: September 28, 2022 16:56:48

A senior member of the Taliban-run government in Afghanistan has called on the country’s new rulers to reopen schools for girls beyond the sixth year, saying there is no valid...


11430. Russia aiming to fly solo without Airbus and BoeingPublished: September 28, 2022 16:51:04

Foreign aircraft will drop out of fleet Airbus, Boeing planes will never be delivered Russian-made engines, parts to be used No expectation sanctions will be eased Russia's aviation industry will...


11431. Bangladesh reports 665 more Covid cases, zero deathPublished: September 28, 2022 16:45:56

Bangladesh reported 665 more Covid cases in 24 hours till Wednesday morning. The total fatalities remained unchanged at 29,360 as no death was reported during the period while with the...


11432. Opening at Berger Paints for an HSE ConsultantPublished: September 28, 2022 16:33:19

Berger Paints Bangladesh Ltd is a household name for its innovative paint products.  Vacancy: not specified  Role: HSE Consultant  Job Responsibilities: Execute Risk Assessment and Method of Statement. Lead the...


11433. Halda Valley needs an HR ExecutivePublished: September 28, 2022 16:28:55

Halda Valley Food and Beverage Limited is a renowned tea brand in the country.  Vacancy: not specified  Role: Executive, Capability Building, HR Job Responsibilities: Developing and implementing learning strategies and...


11434. Operation Sundarbans: Time well-spent Published: September 28, 2022 16:11:10

The unforgiving, perilous mangrove forest, treacherous rivers and canals, blood-curdling tigers, demonic pirates and brave law enforcement agency members - all the elements of a good thriller film. Operation Sundarbans...


11435. Eden College BCL leaders face attempted murder chargesPublished: September 28, 2022 16:06:46

A complaint has been filed in a Dhaka court against Tamanna Jasmin Riva, president of Eden Mohila College's Bangladesh Chhatra League unit, and seven others on charges of attempted murder...


11436. Vacancy at WHO for National ConsultantPublished: September 28, 2022 15:38:18

A specialized agency of the United Nations, the World Health Organization (WHO) is responsible for international public health. Vacancy: not specified  Role: National Consultant - AMR Advocacy campaign Job Responsibilities:...


11437. Join Red Dot as Specialist ResourcingPublished: September 28, 2022 15:36:21

Red Dot is the subsidiary of Robi Axiata Ltd - presently the second largest mobile operator in Bangladesh.  Vacancy: 1 Role: Specialist Resourcing  Job Responsibilities: Filling positions within an organization. ...


11438. Join IFES as Senior Research and Communications OfficerPublished: September 28, 2022 15:33:41

The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) was established in 1987 as a global non-profit to support election systems in emerging democracies. Vacancy: not specified  Role: Senior Research and Communications...


11439. Apple drops plan to boost iPhone production as demand faltersPublished: September 28, 2022 15:25:56

Apple Inc is dropping plans to increase production of its new iPhones this year after an anticipated surge in demand failed to materialise, Reuters reported citing Bloomberg News on Tuesday....


11440. RAB only uses force when necessary, says outgoing chief Al-MamunPublished: September 28, 2022 15:21:43

Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun, the outgoing director-general of the Rapid Action Battalion, says members of the unit only apply force when the situation demands that they do so amid a marked...


11441. Stocks edge up after choppy tradingPublished: September 28, 2022 15:18:10

Stocks closed marginally higher Wednesday, after a three-day losing streak, as bargain hunters showed their buying interest on selective issues. The market opened on a positive trend and the key...


11442. Pakistan appoints new finance minister amid economic crisisPublished: September 28, 2022 15:15:16

Pakistan appointed a new finance minister on Wednesday, as the impoverished Islamic nation struggles to recover from an economic crisis worsened by deadly floods. Ishaq Dar, a senior figure in...


11443. Nigeria's northwest faces worsening malnutrition: MSFPublished: September 28, 2022 15:09:58

Nigeria faces worsening malnutrition in the northwest due to insecurity, high food prices and the impact of climate change, Medicines Sans Frontiers (MSF) said on Tuesday, calling for the region...


11444. China repeats call for stability in Korean peninsulaPublished: September 28, 2022 13:59:10

China's consistent position is to maintain stability in the Korean peninsula, its foreign ministry said on Wednesday, after South Korean media reported that North Korea may conduct a nuclear test...


11445. Iran protest death toll rises to 76 as crackdown intensifies: Rights groupPublished: September 28, 2022 13:35:54

At least 76 protesters have been killed by Iranian security forces during 11 days of unrest sparked by the death of a woman in custody, activists say. Iran Human Rights...


11446. CUTS for re-opening Indo-Bangla border haatsPublished: September 28, 2022 13:25:36

Consumer Unity & Trust Society (CUTS) International has urged the governments of Bangladesh and India to re-open the border haats between the two countries. “Since the onset of the Covid-19...


11447. RAB arrests death-row war crimes convict Khalilur in SavarPublished: September 28, 2022 13:17:01

The Rapid Action Battalion has arrested Khalilur Rahman, a fugitive who was sentenced to death in a 1971 war crimes case. RAB-14 and the Detective Branch arrested the 68-year-old in...


11448. Stocks marginally up at openingPublished: September 28, 2022 13:01:20

Stocks opened marginally higher on Wednesday, as bargain hunters showed their buying interest in lucrative issues after three days' fall. Following the previous day’s modest fall, DSEX, the prime index...


11449. Ukraine 'sham' referendum results point to Russia annexationPublished: September 28, 2022 12:05:44

Russian-installed officials in four occupied regions of Ukraine reported huge majorities of votes in favour of joining Russia as the United States planned a UN resolution condemning the referendums as...


11450. India bans Islamic group PFI for five years after detentions, raidsPublished: September 28, 2022 11:07:56

Indian authorities declared the Popular Front of India (PFI) and its affiliates an "unlawful association" with immediate effect on Wednesday, banning it for five years.The order comes after the authorities...