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UAE, Beeah, and MOCCAE debut Tahweel, first waste exchange
The United Arab Emirates established its inaugural national waste exchange marketplace through a collaboration between Beeah Group and the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment. Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak Al Shamsi attended the platform launch ceremony as the nation's Climate Change and Environment Minister. Eng. Alya Abdul Rahim Al Harmoudi from MOCCAE and Fahad Shehail from Beeah Environment signed the partnership agreement creating this digital marketplace. The system operates through Beeah's technology subsidiary re.life to facilitate transparent recyclable material trading. This initiative transforms discarded materials into valuable resources while encouraging business participation in recycling programs. Khaled Al...
Dhaka police shuffle, Abul Kalam Azad stays at PBI
Bangladesh authorities reorganized senior law enforcement leadership through fresh appointments across multiple districts. The Home Affairs Ministry published official transfer orders on Sunday that affected Superintendents of Police and other high-ranking security officials. Md Abul Kalam Azad will continue serving within the Police Bureau of Investigation despite his recent dismissal from that organization. Several experienced officers received new assignments at different locations throughout the country. Dr Eliza Sharmin moves from Police Headquarters while Asma Begum Rita transfers from Police Telecom operations in Rajarbagh and Mohammad Ashraf Imam leaves PTC Noakhali. Five additional officers gained Supernumerary SP status...
BGB, RAB rescue 100 in Teknaf, Kamrul Hasan confirms
Security forces from Border Guard Bangladesh and Rapid Action Battalion executed a combined mission Sunday across mountainous terrain near Teknaf upazila within Cox's Bazar district. The enforcement teams freed over one hundred individuals targeted for human trafficking while apprehending three suspected criminals and confiscating multiple weapons. Lt Col Kamrul Hasan from RAB-15 Cox's Bazar revealed that criminals had assembled these victims for illegal transport to Malaysia through sea routes. Regional observers report that this highland zone faces persistent problems with militant violence, kidnapping schemes, and financial crimes. Law enforcement agencies mobilized after receiving confidential intelligence about suspicious...
Bangladesh BSC seals two bulk ships, Sakhawat Hussain hails
Bangladesh Shipping Corporation achieved a significant breakthrough by financing two modern bulk carriers independently. Shipping Adviser Brigadier General Dr M Sakhawat Hussain announced this development during a contract signing event with Hellenic Dry Bulk Ventures LLC at a city hotel. The transaction represents BSC's first independent vessel purchase without external funding support. These acquisitions will generate an additional Tk150 crore in annual revenue while adding 120,000 deadweight tonnage to the fleet capacity. The vessels feature German-licensed construction from Chinese shipyards. The ships comply with current International Maritime Organization regulations and deliver enhanced environmental performance through...
Mallorca holds Atletico as Alvarez misses, Muriqi strikes
Atletico Madrid secured just one point against Mallorca during Sunday's La Liga encounter, extending their disappointing campaign start. Julian Alvarez failed to convert from the penalty spot while his team battled against determined opposition. Alexander Sorloth received his marching orders after a reckless challenge, leaving Diego Simeone's squad with ten players. Conor Gallagher found the net following Marcos Llorente's blocked attempt, giving the visitors temporary advantage. Vedat Muriqi responded five minutes before full time, heading home Jan Virgili's delivery to earn the hosts a valuable point. The result places Atletico in twelfth position after managing just one victory from their opening five league fixtures. Leo Roman...
Patuakhali rout Jhalokati, Satkhira smash Bhola 4-1
Districts across Bangladesh competed fiercely during National Championship 2025 matches on Sunday. Home teams Satkhira demolished Bhola with a decisive 4-1 result. Md Saiful Islam received recognition as the outstanding performer for his exceptional contribution. Patuakhali delivered an equally impressive performance by defeating Jhalokati 4-0. Md Sabuj Mridha earned top player honors for his remarkable skills. Multiple venues hosted competitive encounters throughout the tournament day. Barishal secured victory against Barguna through a 2-0 margin while Bagerhat narrowly defeated Pirojpur 1-0. Northern zone action featured Panchagarh overwhelming Nilphamari 3-0 and Rangpur claiming a similar scoreline against Lalmonirhat. Dinajpur...
Dhaka powwow eyes MoU as Nabil Nisar pushes Pak Bangla trade
Representatives from the Pakistan-Bangladesh Business Council visited Export Promotion Bureau officials on Sunday. Chairperson Nabil Abid Nisar led the delegation during talks with Vice Chairman Mohammad Hasan Arif at the board room. The groups explored methods to expand commercial relationships between both nations. Women business leaders from each country received attention as potential partners for future ventures. Officials considered signing formal agreements to support continued cooperation. Trade statistics reveal significant imbalances between the two countries. Bangladesh purchased goods worth $627.78 million from Pakistan during the 2023-24 financial year. However, Bangladesh sold only $61.98 million worth of products to...
Verstappen cruises in Baku as Piastri ruins McLaren bid
Max Verstappen secured victory at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after leading from start to finish on Sunday. Championship leader Oscar Piastri suffered a first-lap crash that ended his remarkable 34-race scoring streak. Lando Norris managed only seventh place, which reduced the title gap by six points to 25. George Russell battled illness throughout the weekend yet climbed from fifth to second position. Carlos Sainz earned his maiden podium finish for Williams with third place. The Red Bull driver dominated the weekend and claimed his fourth victory of the season. McLaren endured a disappointing race despite seeking their second consecutive constructors' championship. Piastri hit the barriers at Turn Five after losing control during his...
Rifat Kazi's hat trick fires Bangladesh past Sri Lanka 4-0
Bangladesh under-17 footballers dominated Sri Lanka with a 4-0 victory at Racecourse Ground on Sunday. The triumph marked their second decisive win during the SAFF U-17 Championship tournament. This result secured Group A leadership and guaranteed semifinal qualification for the young squad. Md Arif opened scoring during the 18th minute against the host nation. The team displayed superior attacking skills throughout both halves of play. Md Rifat Kazi delivered an outstanding hat-trick performance after halftime. He scored three goals at the 49th, 63rd, and 88th minute marks respectively. His exceptional finishing ability sealed the comprehensive victory for Bangladesh. The team had previously defeated Nepal by an identical 4-0 margin...
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