Pranay Verma inaugurates new Indian investment in Bangladesh

Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma and Private Industry & Investment Adviser of Bangladesh Prime Minister, Salman Fazlur Rahman, MP, jointly inaugurated a new plant of India's leading pharmaceutical company, Sun Pharma, at Meghna Industrial Economic Zone
25 May 2024, 11:41 AM

Dhaka, Tokyo hold first round of negotiations on EPA

The first round of negotiations for the Japan-Bangladesh Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) was held in Dhaka from May 19 to 23
24 May 2024, 17:45 PM

UN Peacekeepers: Allegations of rights abuse may result in their return

If allegations of human rights abuse against a UN peacekeeper are substantiated, it results in non-deployment or even repatriation, said a spokesperson for the UN secretary general.   
23 May 2024, 18:00 PM

Paris looks to bolster ties with Dhaka

France is gearing up its engagement with Bangladesh in the areas of trade, economy, defence, and climate change ahead of a possible visit to France by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina later this year.
22 May 2024, 18:00 PM

US deeply troubled by reports of rising tensions in Rakhine

The US is deeply troubled by the reports of increased violence and intercommunal tension in Rakhine State of Myanmar, including reports of towns being burned and residents, including Rohingya, being displaced
22 May 2024, 15:18 PM

Indian Ocean: Dhaka, Canberra to collaborate on maritime security

The coastguards of Bangladesh and Australia will cooperate and collaborate as part of maritime security in the Indian Ocean, said Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong yesterday.
21 May 2024, 18:00 PM

Indian Ocean: Dhaka, Canberra to collaborate on maritime security

Australian foreign minister, Hasan Mahmud hold talks
21 May 2024, 15:39 PM

Don't pay anyone for visas, or work permits: Italian envoy

Italian Ambassador to Bangladesh Antonio Alessandro has advised visa-seekers not to pay anyone for visas, emphasising that the embassy only charges small taxes and processing fees
21 May 2024, 13:48 PM

Australian FM to meet Hasina, Hasan Mahmud today

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong arrived in Dhaka today on a two-day visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and boosting cooperation on regional issues
21 May 2024, 07:54 AM

Mob Attacks: Bangladeshi students start leaving Kyrgyzstan

Bangladeshi students began flying home earlier than planned due to a persistent sense of insecurity following mob attacks on foreign medical students in Kyrgyzstan’s capital Bishkek on May 17.
20 May 2024, 18:00 PM

Hasina mourns death of Iran President Raisi

Hasina conveyed her condolence in a letter to interim president of Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Mokhber
20 May 2024, 10:35 AM

Australian FM's Visit: Trade, Rohingya, regional security to get priority

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong is scheduled to pay an official visit to Bangladesh on May 21-22 to strengthen bilateral relationship with Bangladesh and find ways to boost cooperation for regional peace, prosperity, and security
19 May 2024, 18:57 PM

Dhaka seeks Delhi's support in rescuing 'missing' AL lawmaker

Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi and Deputy High Commission in Kolkata are in touch with the Ministry of External Affairs, India regarding the reported missing of Awami League MP Anwarul Azim Anar
19 May 2024, 18:11 PM

Kyrgyz Capital: Bangladeshis stay indoors for fear of mob attacks

Out of fear, foreign students, including Bangladeshis, are mostly staying indoors in Bishkek of Kyrgyzstan even though the situation, following attacks on foreigners, has largely been stable since Saturday night.
19 May 2024, 18:00 PM

Türk appeals to Myanmar junta, Arakan Army to pause fighting

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk has appealed directly to the Myanmar military and Arakan Army to pause the fighting, protect civilians and allow immediate and unhindered humanitarian access
19 May 2024, 13:47 PM

Mob violence: Bangladesh’s envoy in Uzbekistan to visit Kyrgyzstan

Bangladesh expressed deep concerns over the mob attacks on South Asian students, including Bangladeshis, in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
19 May 2024, 09:34 AM

Bangladesh seeks UK support for vaccine centre

Health Minister Dr Samanta Lal Sen has sought support from the Oxford Vaccine Group at the University of Oxford to establish a vaccine centre in Bangladesh.
18 May 2024, 14:36 PM

USDA launches $34m ‘Climate Smart Livestock Project’

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) today launched $34 million worth “Bangladesh Climate Smart Livestock Project” to enhance efficiency, promote climate resilience, and foster sustainable innovations in the livestock sector
18 May 2024, 14:06 PM

Failed Bangladeshi asylum seekers to be deported from UK

Failed Bangladeshi asylum seekers in the United Kingdom will be deported under a fast-track returns deal between the two countries.
17 May 2024, 18:00 PM

US sanctions against Rab to stay

The United States has said the sanctions imposed against Bangladesh’s elite force Rab are not being withdrawn.
17 May 2024, 18:00 PM