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Beijing announced its first specific greenhouse gas reduction targets, committing to decrease emissions between seven and ten percent by 2035. Critics consider these commitments insufficient given China's status as the planet's largest polluter, responsible for nearly thirty percent of global...

Business leaders examined competition regulations during a conference organized by the Foreign Investors' Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The gathering addressed Bangladesh Competition Commission operations and potential legal modifications. Competition Commission Chairperson AHM Ahsan...

Bangladesh Bank eliminated the mandatory retention policy that required exporters to deposit ten percent of advance payments with financial institutions. The central bank issued this directive Thursday through an official circular. Exporters previously faced liquidity constraints when banks held...

Agriculture officials guaranteed adequate fertiliser supplies across Bangladesh during Thursday announcements. Lt Gen Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury pledged stable pricing despite potential production cost increases. The government cleared previous administration payment delays totaling 20,691 crore...

Bangladesh authorities will allow tourists back to St Martin's Island from November 1 through February under strict environmental controls. Tourism Secretary Nasreen Jahan confirmed the four-month reopening plan during Thursday's World Tourism Day press conference. Officials coordinate with...

President Trump declared his opposition to Israeli West Bank annexation during Thursday remarks at the White House. The announcement preceded Prime Minister Netanyahu's scheduled United Nations address and Washington meeting amid growing international pressure on Israel. Trump expressed...

ICCB Heritage Restaurant presents a two-day Grand Sufi Night beginning today. The establishment combines live Sufi musical performances with authentic Mughal dishes during this special event. Guests can enjoy the experience within a peaceful natural environment that recreates a royal atmosphere...

Microsoft terminated access to cloud services for Israeli military intelligence unit after discovering violations of company policies. Unit 8200 had used Azure platforms to store surveillance data from millions of Palestinian phone calls collected from Gaza and the West Bank. The tech giant...

Prof Muhammad Yunus conducted diplomatic meetings with multiple world leaders during the United Nations General Assembly sessions. The Chief Adviser discussed Bangladesh's February electoral plans and July Charter reforms with Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Italian Prime Minister...

Aramit Group executive Jahangir Alam admitted his role in a massive financial fraud during court proceedings on Thursday. Chattogram Metropolitan Magistrate Muhammad Ibrahim Khalil documented the confession regarding embezzlement activities conducted with former land minister Saifuzzaman...

British authorities attempt to prevent Palestine Action co-founder Huda Ammori from pursuing her legal challenge against the organization's terrorism designation. The Home Office wants the Court of Appeal to reverse earlier permission granted for the case and transfer proceedings to a...

Rangpur district claimed victory in the JFA U-14 Women's Youth Development Program championship after defeating Thakurgaon district through a penalty shootout at Muktijoddha Smriti Stadium in Rajshahi on Thursday. The teams battled to a 3-2 result during the decisive tiebreaker following a...

UEFA prepares to vote on suspending Israel from international soccer competitions amid the ongoing Gaza conflict. Most members of the governing body's executive committee appear ready to support such action against Israeli teams. The potential ban would block Israel's participation in major...

Pakistan secured their Asia Cup final berth by defeating Bangladesh through an 11-run margin at Dubai stadium Thursday. The victory advances Pakistan to face India in Sunday's championship match after Bangladesh fell short at 124-9 while chasing Pakistan's total of 135-8. Taskin Ahmed claimed...

Farida Akhter commended China's poverty reduction achievements during Dhaka-China Day 2025 at North South University Thursday. The fisheries and livestock ministry adviser emphasized China's success in providing basic education, housing, and healthcare to citizens. China elevated over 800...

Bashundhara Kings forged a partnership agreement with Gold's Gym during Thursday's ceremony at the fitness facility. The collaboration joins Bangladesh's premier football club with the nation's largest gym chain operator. Major Md Mohsinul Karim emphasized the unique rehabilitation and muscle...

Prof Muhammad Yunus addresses the 80th United Nations General Assembly on Friday at 2pm New York time. Bangladesh's Chief Adviser will present the nation's stance on global challenges and democratic progress during this historic session. His remarks will emphasize the interim government's pledge...

Bangladesh Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus requested Dutch assistance during talks with Prime Minister Dick Schoof at UN headquarters in New York. The meeting focused on water management cooperation, ocean research initiatives, and efforts to maintain navigable waterways across Bangladesh...

The Trump administration plans new semiconductor manufacturing requirements for companies like TSMC. The government wants chip producers to maintain equal production levels between American facilities and overseas imports. Companies failing to meet this one-to-one ratio face substantial tariffs...

Microsoft opened pre-orders for two ASUS-manufactured gaming handhelds. The ROG Xbox Ally X costs $999 while the standard ROG Xbox Ally retails for $599. Both devices run on AMD Z2 processors but feature different performance capabilities. Major retailers like Best Buy, Amazon, and Walmart began...