A Chinese company ‘Xingchen Textile Co Ltd’ is set to invest US$ 35.03 million to establish a textile industry in the Mongla Export Processing Zone (Mongla EPZ). The company will produce 20,000 metric tons of yarn and 12,000 metric tons of woven fabrics annually by recycling garment wastage, commonly known as ‘Jhut’, said a press release. Bangladesh Export Processing Zones ...

Health Adviser Nurjahan Begum has said various forms of misinformation are being spread regarding the HPV vaccine administered for cervical cancer prevention. “There is always some misinformation. When we were working on family planning and diarrhoea, there was misinformation then as well. The power to counter misinformation lies in raising awareness among people,” the adviser said while speaking to journalists ...

In a move to support vulnerable citizens and combat black market activities, Mohammad Mohsin Mia Madhu, former mayor of Sreemangal and ex-president of the local BNP, has opened no-profit shop named ” Lemon Fresh Meat” in the New Market area, where chickens and eggs will be sold at original farm prices without profit. The official launch of the no-profit shop ...

Six Seasons Hotel is excited to announce the BBQ buffet dinner – Chinese special at its stunning rooftop restaurant, Sky Pool. This exclusive dining experience, complete with panoramic lake views, will be available until October 31. Perfect for those seeking the best buffet in Gulshan, this dinner also includes an incredible buy one get three  offer for selected bank cardholders, ...

The senior journalist and the newly appointed ambassador Mushfiqul Fazal Ansarey replied to the tweet of former US President Donald Trump regarding the minorities in Bangladesh. Mushfiqul Fazal Ansarey wrote in a tweet on Friday, “Thanks to Donald Trump for realizing the importance of ensuring the protection of minorities, wherever they are in the world or of what religions they ...

As winter approaches and the air turns crisp, it’s important to refresh not only our wardrobes but also our diets. The colder season often brings a desire for comforting, warming foods that nourish the body and enhance immunity. Here are some delicious and nutritious options to keep you cozy during the chilly months. Hearty soups and stews Nothing beats the ...

Sylhet Correspondent : Mohammadpur Geneva Camp’s drug lord Sohel, known as Buniya Sohel, along with 14 members of his criminal gang, has been arrested. On Thursday and Friday, RAB-9 and RAB-2 conducted operations in Sylhet city, Habiganj, and Brahmanbaria to apprehend them. ASP Mashiur Rahman Sohel, Media Officer of RAB-9, shared this information with the media on Friday night. RAB ...

Bangladesh has significant potential for mobilising revenue collection, as highlighted by a recent official assessment on revenue buoyancy, a measure reflecting how tax revenues respond to economic growth. Revenue buoyancy, the responsiveness of revenues to gross domestic product (GDP), is a critical metric for gauging the performance of a revenue system and the forecast for revenue growth. A buoyancy coefficient ...

Immigration, abortion and the eternal search for the American Dream make up the ingredients of “La Cocina,” a new film that examines the United States’ most divisive issues through the microcosm of a New York restaurant kitchen. The tense, claustrophobic drama stars Oscar nominee Rooney Mara (“The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo”) as an American waitress at a bustling Times ...

Parents of children suffering from rare disease Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) find a ray of hope as the journey of a full-fledged neuromuscular disease treatment centre has started in the country. Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) is a rare genetic disease affects the central nervous system, peripheral nervous system, and voluntary muscle movement (skeletal muscle). It occurs mainly among infants. Most ...