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Mirza Fakhrul: Widespread corruption committed in name of development

He assured the House that their government won’t patronize such corruption in future UNB: Local Government, Rural Development (LGRD) and Co-operatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Sunday told Parliament

JS to emerge as dignified, democratic institution: Deputy Speaker

TDS Desk: Newly elected Deputy Speaker Barrister Kayser Kamal on Sunday expressed optimism that Jatiya Sangsad (JS) would evolve into a dignified, effective and truly democratic institution through neutrality, cooperation

No monthly charge for prepaid meters

TDS Desk: The government has decided to abolish the monthly rental fee for prepaid electricity meters. Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hasan Mahmud Tuku confirmed the development on

Govt rules out fuel price hike amid global crisis

Public urged to avoid panic buying as supply concerns mount TDS Desk: The government has confirmed that fuel prices will not be increased despite rising global energy costs, with Prime

Most petrol pumps shut as owners warn of shortage, security concerns

The Bangladesh Petrol Pump Owners Association noted that along with the fuel shortage, security risks have intensified, including threats of tanker looting during transportation from depots. Highlights Owners say fuel

National foreign debt rises by $1.30b in last quarter of 2025

The central bank published the latest foreign debt report today, showing a rise in borrowing during the October-December quarter of 2025. TDS Desk: Bangladesh’s foreign debt increased by $1.30 billion