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Rizwana calls for stricter enforcement of environmental laws in shipbreaking industry

Staff Correspondent: Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Advisor Syeda Rizwana Hasan has called for stricter enforcement of environmental laws and greater accountability in Bangladesh’s shipbreaking industry. Speaking at a workshop,

Constructive criticism needed, not praise: Press Secy

Staff Correspondent: Shafiqul Alam, press secretary to the chief adviser of the interim government, has called on journalists to focus on constructive criticism rather than praise. “We want you to

Strictly maintain law and order, strengthen market monitoring, CA to DCs

Staff Correspondent: Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus on Sunday asked the deputy commissioners (DCs) to strictly maintain law and order and strengthen market monitoring in the country. “Maintaining the country’s

Teesta water rises by 800 cusecs overnight

Lalmonirhat Correspondent: The water levels of the Teesta river have risen by 800 cusecs in just one day, following an increase in water flow from upstream of the India. This

HC upholds BB’s decision to appoint Nagad administrator

Staff correspondent: The High Court on Sunday upheld Bangladesh Bank’s decision to appoint an administrator for the Mobile Financial Service (MFS) provider Nagad Ltd. The court also rejected a writ

BRTA backtracks from fining CNG auto rickshaws for extra fare

Staff Correspondent: Within hours of a widespread blockade across the capital city, the authorities have backtracked from taking action against CNG-run auto rickshaws for charging fare beyond the meter rate.