Nutritionists and paediatricians say preventive programmes focussing on energy-dense home-cooked food for children are still the best option.
Friday, July 1, 2011
Google, Facebook warn on Internet rules
Google Inc chairman Eric Schmidt and Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg warn governments to tread lightly on Internet regulation.
Indian strike halts Benapole trade
Export and import through Benapole land port in Jessore has remained suspended over a row between workers supporting two political parties on the Indian side, according to officials.
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Giggs misses ManU training session
Ryan Giggs missed Manchester United's open training session on Tuesday a day after being named in Parliament as the player at the centre of a high-profile privacy case.
Impish Messi defines current Champions League era
At the age of 23, Barcelona's Lionel Messi has already come to define an era of European football in a way only a handful of players have managed since the days of Alfredo di Stefano.
Indian visa office in Khulna from Sunday
The Indian High Commission is opening an Indian visa application receiving centre (IVARC) in Khulna on May 29.
Limon, father testify before investigator
Mohammad Shawkat Akbar says the details will only be disclosed after the submission of the report. UPDATES
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
Hasina was 'badly advised': Yunus
The former Grameen Bank chief says prime minister Sheikh Hasina was wrong to criticise him.
FIFA to investigate Warner: Bin Hammam
FIFA is to open an investigation into a possible breach of its ethics code by presidential candidate Mohamed Bin Hammam and executive committee member Jack Warner, football's ruling body said on Wednesday.
Indian strike halts Benapole trade
Export and import through Benapole land port in Jessore has remained suspended over a row between workers supporting two political parties on the Indian side, according to officials.
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Be flexible on forced sell: SEC
Stock market regulator Securities and Exchange Commission has suggested merchant banks to be flexible in forced sell.
Govt will establish women's rights: President
Citing national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam's effort in removing discrimination between male and female, President Zillur Rahman has said that the government is committed to establish women's rights at any cost. UPDATES 3
Nazrul birth anniv celebrations on
People from all walks of life are paying their homage to the National Poet on his 112th birth anniversary on Wednesday in a befitting manner. UPDATES
Monday, June 27, 2011
WAR CRIMES9 sued in Ctg for killing freedom fighter
A case has been filed in Chittagong on charges of killing a freedom fighter during the Liberation War in 1971.
Mumbai in IPL semifinal
The Mumbai Indians beat the Kolkata Knight Riders by four wickets in a tense Indian Premier League eliminator to get one step closer to the final.
�8.5m project launched for Aila victims
Left in the lurch for two years, the Aila victims have got a project that looks for their sustainable rehabilitation.
Sunday, June 26, 2011
Ferguson to stick with trusted formula
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson is set to stick with a trusted winning formula for the Champions League final rather than change his side to counter the threat of Barcelona.
Sharapova strolls into round two
Former world number one Maria Sharapova started her French Open campaign in convincing fashion by dismissing Croatian Mirjana Lucic 6-3 6-0 to advance into the second round on Tuesday.
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Poynter replaces Niall O'Brien
Niall O'Brien has been ruled out of the Ireland squad for the one-day internationals against Pakistan at Stormont on 28 and 30 May.
Notice for law to curb 'male repression'
A Supreme Court lawyer in a legal notice has asked the government to make a law to prevent 'repression' of the male in society.
Friday, June 24, 2011
Vuvuzelas 'may spread diseases'
Vuvuzelas not only cause noise pollution but may also spread diseases, say experts.
Bangalore to lock horns with Chennai
The first playoff is a contest between two sides who have been most consistent. These are two outfits who spent their dollars well at auctions and bought smart.
Democracy is imprisoned: BNP
The BNP has alleged that the Awami League-led government has 'imprisoned' democracy.
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Hasina was 'badly advised': Yunus
The former Grameen Bank chief says prime minister Sheikh Hasina was wrong to criticise him.
Pakistan close in on victory
Pakistan captured five wickets late on the fourth day of the second test on Monday to close in on a victory that would tie their two-test series.
Sri Lanka add Maharoof to squad
Sri Lanka have called seam bowler Farveez Maharoof into their squad as cover for Thursday's first Test against England in Cardiff.
Arrest warrant against Mirpur SI, ASI
A Dhaka court has issued arrest warrants against two police officials of Mirpur, Dhaka on an extortion case.
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Fire guts paper carton factory in Ctg
A fire in the port city's Jalalabad area has gutted goods worth Tk 1.5 million of a paper carton manufacturing factory.
Penney likely to be India fielding coach
Trevor Penney, the former Sri Lanka assistant coach, is one of the first men India's new coach Duncan Fletcher is likely to bring on board.
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
SCF to suggest on charter review
The charter review special panel sits with the sector commanders on Thursday following their enthusiasm to opine on the issue.
Kallis, Amla Nominated for Three Awards
Jacques Kallis and Hashim Amla have both been nominated in three categories including the prestigious SA Cricketer of the Year to be announced at the 2011 South African Cricket Awards Gala Dinner on Tuesday, 7 June, at Gallagher Estate in Midrand, Johannesburg.
Monday, June 20, 2011
Salman suggests capital market shake-up
Chairman of the Bangladesh Association of Publicly Listed Companies Salman F Rahman thinks a structural shake-up is needed to improve the overall situation in the capital market.
EC going for fresh dialogue
The Election Commission is going to sit with registered political parties once again to discuss changes to the rules on the commissioner's appointment and to the electoral laws.
Quit or get shoved: BNP to govt
The BNP has warned that the government will be forced to step down if it does not step down on its own.
Sunday, June 19, 2011
Polls in 2 unions HC stay order stayed
Chamber judge of the Supreme Court has stayed a High Court order that halted elections in two unions.
1 shot dead in Dhaka
Unidentified miscreants have killed a transport agency owner in Khilgaon, Dhaka.
'Enforce disaster management law'
A platform of cyclone Aila victims formed a human chain in the district demanding the implementation of disaster management law.
Saturday, June 18, 2011
BNP demos underway
The main opposition is demonstrating across the country in protest against the government's 'repressive' activities.
'Probe army's HR violation in CHT'
The systematic violation of human rights by the army in the hilly areas should be investigated, an international indigenous rights activist has said.
Raise facilities for re-election: FBCCI
FBCCI president A K Azad has asked the government to increase opportunities and facilities for businesses if it wants to get back in office.
Friday, June 17, 2011
Manabzamin editor summonsed for 'libel'
A Pabna magistrate has summoned the editor of daily Manabzamin Matiur Rahman Chowdhury and two others of the Bengali tabloid in a defamation suit.
�8.5m project launched for Aila victims
Left in the lurch for two years, the Aila victims have got a project that looks for their sustainable rehabilitation.
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Two years on, no end to Aila victims' woes
Two years have passed by since Cyclone Aila struck the country's coastal belt, but still many victims in Khulna and Satkhira lead a woeful life on dams, writes Subir Roy
Afghanistan series ends Pakistan's home exile
Afghanistan will become the first foreign team to play an international match in Pakistan on Wednesday since gunmen attacked the Sri Lankan team bus in Lahore in 2009, killing seven people.
Hashem gets bail in tax dodge case
Partex Group chairman M A Hashem has secured bail in a case charging him with evading tax worth Tk 130 million.
Sylhet boat capsize, 4 bodies recovered
Four bodies of the six people who went missing after a boat sank into a haor in the district have been recovered, firefighters say.
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
'Govt plotting to put BNP men in jail'
Opposition chief whip reiterates that their demand for mid-term polls will be realised through vigorous movement.
GDP grows feebly as household spending drops
The economy made a sluggish start to the year as an improved trade performance was more than offset by the sharpest fall in household spending since the recession, a second estimate of gross domestic product showed on Wednesday.
ICT rejects Nizami's contempt pleas
Two contempt of court petitions filed by the Jamaat-e-Islami chief's counsel against an investigator of the International Crimes Tribunal have been rejected.
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Kolkata crush Punjab by 8 wickets
Gautam Gambhir and Manoj Tiwary hit unbeaten 45 and 34 respectively as Kolkata Knight Riders inflicted a crushing eight-wicket defeat on Kings XI Punjab in their IPL match at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Saturday.
TI chief argues for independent ACC
Influence-free constitutional bodies and political will are a must to curb corruption, says Huguette Labelle.
Dhaka Sheraton turns 'Ruposhi Bangla'
Dhaka Sheraton has been officially renamed as 'Ruposhi Bangla' 27 years after the previous name—Hotel Intercontinental—was changed.
Monday, June 13, 2011
Cricket's fight against fixing
The allegations that Pakistan's bowlers delivered no-balls to order during a Lord's Test against England is just the latest blow inflicted on the integrity of cricket.
Arsenal beat United to keep title race open
Arsenal beat Manchester United 1-0 to keep the Premier League title race wide open on Sunday with Aaron Ramsey's second-half winner cheered almost as loudly by Chelsea fans.
New SEC chairman 'appointed'
A UK-educated accounting professional will be the new chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), a government source has said.
Rajasthan thumped Pune by 6 wickets
Ross Taylor smashed a quickfire unbeaten 47 as Rajasthan Royals thumped Pune Warriors by six wickets in a thrilling encounter to jump to the top of the table in Indian Premier League in Jaipur on Sunday.
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Khaleda threatened me: FBCCI chief
The chief of the apex trade body says BNP chairperson threatened him for his remarks on the caretaker government system. FULL REPORT
Proton taken, prizes pour down
Abul Yusuf runs away with the first prize as bdnews24.com unleashes a prize bonanza to reward the World Cup quiz winners. UPDATES 2: with Adds, Corrections
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Pakistan increases fuel prices, parties reject
Pakistan increased fuel prices by up to 12 percent, reflecting the rise in global crude oil prices, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) said, in a move that could create fresh problems for the fragile government.
Ageing survivors give up precious Holocaust relics
For 80-year-old David Ariel, a survivor of the Nazi Holocaust, parting with cherished letters from his mother, killed at Auschwitz death camp, was a painful but necessary duty.
SA Academy level series
South Africa National Cricket Academy picked up an easy eight-wicket win against GP BCB Academy in the second match of the three-match series on Saturday.
May Day being observed
Various organisations and political parties have taken out colourful rallies in the city marking the historic May Day.
Friday, June 10, 2011
Top US official due Sunday
US ambassador-at-large for war crimes issues Stephen J Rapp arrives on Sunday for talks with government officials, political leaders, civil society groups.
Arambag thrashes Rahamatganj
Arambag Krira Shongho whipped out Rahamatganj MFS with offence Bangura Ismail's hat-trick by 4-0 in Bangladesh Football League on Saturday.
Prince William to return to work before honeymoon
Prince William will resume his job as a helicopter pilot next week before going on a honeymoon abroad with his new wife, royal officials said on Saturday.
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Bahrain keeps options open on F1 race rescheduling
Bahrain refused to give up hope of rescheduling its postponed Formula One Grand Prix on Saturday with a statement that kept all options open.
Climate change outcome of global graft: seminar
Only enacting laws to deal with climate change is not enough, experts have told a seminar in Dhaka. UPDATES
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Dhaka Sheraton turns 'Ruposhi Bangla'
Dhaka Sheraton has been officially renamed as 'Ruposhi Bangla' 27 years after the previous name—Hotel Intercontinental—was changed.
SPECIALGovt raises false cholera alarm
Bangladesh makes distress call over a disease that has not been reported in the country in the last 10 years, at least, reports Nurul Islam Hasib.
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
4 journalists among 6 injured in road crash
At least six people, including four journalists, have been injured as a truck hit the vehicle carrying them in the district.
Chigumbura seeks relief
Allrounder Elton Chigumbura has expressed his wish to step down as Zimbabwe captain, ESPNcricinfo understands. He is currently involved in talks with Zimbabwe Cricket and a final decision will be made in the coming week.
Arsenal to face Man U
Sunday's game will come too soon for Thomas Vermaelen, who made his comeback from a long-term Achilles injury in a reserve match on Thursday.
Monday, June 6, 2011
STOCKS SCAMGuesswork galore in report: Muhith
The government does not want anybody smeared because of the Khaled committee's suggestions based mostly on presumptions. UPDATES 2
New Zimbabwe Cricket board elected
A new Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) board has been elected following a Special General Meeting held in Harare on Friday 29 April 2011.
Chennai beat Deccan by 19 runs
Albie Morkel took 3 wickets after Suresh Raina's 35-ball 59 as Chennai Super Kings beat Deccan Chargers by 19 runs in their IPL match at MA Chidambaram stadium in Chennai on Sunday.
Sunday, June 5, 2011
STOCKS SCAMGuesswork galore in report: Muhith
The government does not want anybody smeared because of the Khaled committee's suggestions based mostly on presumptions. UPDATES 2
CHARTER REVIEWBasic shape must be left intact: CJ
The original structure of the constitution must be preserved, says the chief justice. FULL REPORT
ANIS MURDER A family's anxious wait for justice
Even though police have assured that there will be a fair investigation into Ansar man Anis murder case, his family cannot rely on their soothing words.
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Govt doesn't fear movement: PM
Responding to BNP's repeated calls for agitation to unseat the government, the prime minister says they are not afraid. FULL STORY
Juba Dal leader killed
A local leader of BNP's youth wing Jatiyatabadi Juba Dal has been killed in Rangpur.
UEFA row stiffens Mourinho resolve to stay
Jose Mourinho is more determined than ever to continue as Real Madrid coach despite Wednesday's 2-0 Champions League defeat by Barcelona and the disciplinary case he faces for his post-match comments.
Friday, June 3, 2011
Symbolism and sympathy: Obama's risky gasoline strategy
The White House is using mostly symbolic measures to address soaring gasoline prices, but the strategy is failing to resonate with frustrated American voters.
Bhutanese speaker meets Khaleda
Visiting Bhutanese speaker Lyonpo Jigme Tshultim has paid a courtesy visit to the BNP chairperson.
SPECIALNo let-up in violence against domestic help
Experts say violence against domestic help is unlikely to go until there is an effective law in place to deal with it.
Thursday, June 2, 2011
MAY DAY Restaurants vandalised in city
Workers vandalise several open and serving restaurants in different parts of the capital.
Khaleda didn't threaten me: FBCCI chief
The chief of the apex trade body stresses he said 'one of the opposition leaders' threatened him for his remarks, not BNP chairperson.
Buffett downplays chance of Berkshire dividend
Berkshire Hathaway Chief Executive Warren Buffett downplayed on Saturday the idea of a first-ever dividend for shareholders, as he opened his conglomerate's annual meeting for tens of thousands of people.
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Bangladesh A lose series
With their 60-run defeat in the last match on Friday, Bangladesh A have lost the five-ODI series against South Africa A by 3-1.
Pakistan eyeing an ODI series sweep
Pakistan will look to stay on track for a series sweep when they face West Indies in the fourth one-day international on Monday at Kensington Oval but skipper Shahid Afridi has warned his team over complacency.
Row over SL match-fixing allegations
Sri Lanka cricket authorities say they will hold a special meeting to discuss match-fixing allegations made by a former captain of the national team.
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Players can't ignore IPL lure: Law
Stuart Law, Sri Lanka's interim coach, has expressed sympathy with Lasith Malinga's decision to quit Test cricket due to a knee condition, but has also acknowledged that the lure of the IPL - with its bumper signings and opportunities to secure oneself financially in quick time - makes it difficult for players to continue playing international cricket.
PROBE REPORT6 top suspects under scanner
The government names six share traders suspected to have played key role in Dec-Jan stocks market crash.
Monday, May 30, 2011
JU BCL activist attacked
A member of the Jahangirnagar University's suspended Chhatra League committee has been severely injured in an attack.
Beckham's weekend: From royal wedding to Pizza Hut Park
David Beckham will fly back across the Atlantic after attending Friday's royal wedding in time to play for his Major League Soccer team L.A. Galaxy on Sunday.
Sheikh Russell vanquish Farashganj
Sheikh Russell Krira Chokro scored an easy win against Farashganj Sporting Club by 2-0 in Bangladesh Football league on Friday.
Sunday, May 29, 2011
Cops crack down on rally at Muktangan
Police say IAB men wanted to take positions there prior to a ban on public gathering coming into effect on Monday morning. FULL REPORT
Borussia Dortmund wrap up Bundesliga title
Borussia Dortmund, with a young team largely untried and untested before this season, won the Bundesliga on Saturday as they beat Nuremberg 2-0 and rivals Bayer Leverkusen lost at struggling Cologne.
CU CLASHES Classes, exams suspended
Chittagong University Syndicate decides to suspend academic activities until May 12.
Saturday, May 28, 2011
Delhi beat Kochi by 38 runs
Virender Sehwag hit a rollicking half-century as Delhi Daredevils scored a 38-run win over Kochi Tuskers Kerala to keep its play-offs hopes alive in the Indian Premier League in Kochi on Saturday.
Serving notice on JU teacher undone
Jahangirnagar University authorities have withdrawn the show-cause notice served on a teacher over writing a newspaper article.
Grameen Bank Review Panel Report
A five-member fact-finding committee, formed in January on Grameen Bank has submitted its report on Monday.
Wine for 'mommy' sets off trademark fight
Rival wine sellers targeting overworked mothers are fighting over use of the word "Mommy" on their wine labels, according to a lawsuit filed in San Francisco federal court.
Friday, May 27, 2011
Sharp stocks fall sparks protest
Heavy falls in stocks have triggered violent protests again by retail investors.
GP-BCB level series
GP-BCB Academy leveled the two match Test series thrashing South Africa Academy by an innings and 125 runs in the second match of Academy Cup.
Indian VP to grace Tagore fest
The opening ceremony of the year-long commemoration will be held in Dhaka from May 6 to 8 and in Delhi from May 7 to 9.
Thursday, May 26, 2011
PM for poverty alleviation from Asia
The prime minister has said Bangladesh is eager to continue efforts with neighbouring countries to eradicate poverty from the Asian region.
Daredevils confront former team stars
The stuttering Delhi Daredevils, rejuvenated by a grassy side strip at the Ferozeshah Kotla which gives their strokeplayers and seamers a fair chance, run into three former club loyalists in the game against Royal Challengers Bangalore on Tuesday.
Razzaque warns against OMS irregularities
The food minister has warned that no negligence in rice distribution under the open market sales (OMS) will be tolerated.
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Panel points at 'family affair'
A five-member inquiry committee on Grameen Bank discovers that the Bank compromised norms for the sake of one family.
New skirt rule debuts in Indian Super Series
Skirt selection could be as crucial as shot selection for the female shuttlers when they hit the court for this month's India Super Series in New Delhi.
Realtors' men clash at Khilkhet
Workers of Bashundhara Group and Pink City engaged in a clash over a piece of land at Khilkhet on Sunday night.
Kate Middleton set to eclipse Diana's celeb status
Royal bride-to-be Kate Middleton is set to overtake Britain's Princess Diana as the most talked-about woman in the world's media, according to a study released on Sunday by the Global Language Monitor.
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Mumbai consolidate position at top spot
Lasith Malinga's three for nine against Deccan Chargers consolidate Mumbai Indians' position at the top of the IPL.
Stocks dip at close
Trading at the country's two bourses has closed lower though it started with an uptrend. UPDATES
Monday, May 23, 2011
Arsenal title dream shattered at Bolton
Arsenal's Premier League title hopes suffered a crushing blow when they conceded a last-minute goal to lose 2-1 at Bolton Wanderers on Sunday.
World Bank MD due Tuesday
The managing director of World Bank Group will be visiting Dhaka on Tuesday to attend the signing ceremony of $1.2 billion IDA credit for Padma Bridge.
Sunday, May 22, 2011
CLIMATE CHANGEGovt okays 3 mitigation projects
Three projects involving Tk 3.7 billion have been approved under the climate change trust fund.
CLIMATE CHANGE Dhaka seeks 'bilateral assistance'
The government has sought 'bilateral assistance' from donors to complete the projects taken to deal with the climate change impacts.
Samaras penalty saved as Celtic and Rangers draw 0-0
Rangers goalkeeper Allan McGregor saved a late penalty from Celtic striker Georgios Samaras on Sunday to ensure that the Old Firm derby in Glasgow ended 0-0.
Saturday, May 21, 2011
Nadal beats Ferrer for seventh Monte Carlo crown
Rafa Nadal continued his extraordinary love affair with the Monte Carlo Masters by sealing his seventh straight title on the Monaco clay after a 6-4 7-5 win over fellow Spaniard David Ferrer on Sunday.
Grameen Bank probe report in
The five-strong committee has submitted its findings to the finance minister after an inquiry into operations of Grameen Bank (GB) and its sister concerns.UPDATES
Textbooks now also as e-books
Unavailability of books or inability to buy them, for whatever reason, has an alternative now...just go online!
Friday, May 20, 2011
CLIMATE CHANGEGovt okays 3 mitigation projects
Three projects involving Tk 3.7 billion have been approved under the climate change trust fund.
Publish stocks report: HC
Court orders release of the finds of the government-constituted inquiry into the Dec-Jan stocks scam.
'No ad-hochism in teachers' appointment'
The government order is a bid to stop appointment of teachers by ad hoc committees of private schools. FULL STORY
Thursday, May 19, 2011
China, S. Korea rebuff Japan on import restrictions after quake
China and South Korea rebuffed on Sunday Japan's calls for more 'reasonable' restrictions on imports of food and other products that could be contaminated with radiation after last month's nuclear disaster, showing the difficulty Japan will face in restoring trust in its products.
Cabinet committee okays 2 projects
The government has approved two proposals, including one for buying power, from a private firm.
STOCKS PROBEHC moved for report publication
A rights group has gone to the High Court for an order on the government to make the stocks debacle inquiry report public and act against the offenders. UPDATES
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Prices for pink diamonds on the rise
Although a 10-carat purplish-pink diamond failed to meet its reserve price at an auction this week, the market for the rare colored gems is still strong, experts said on Friday.
Jon Bon Jovi jewellery burglar arrested
Authorities in New Jersey said on Friday they arrested a burglar on charges of stealing $500,000 (306,000 pounds) in jewellery and other goods from rock star Jon Bon Jovi and three of his neighbours during a month-long break-in spree.
Honda India to halve production at plant from May
The Indian car unit of Honda Motor Co said it will halve production at its plant near New Delhi from May as it faces a shortage of components after Japan's earthquake and nuclear crisis.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Demand for CDA chief removal
An organisation has demanded removal of Chittagong Development Authority chairman Abdus Salam for his alleged nepotism.
J&J in talks to buy Synthes for $20 billion
Johnson & Johnson is in preliminary talks to acquire Swiss medical device maker Synthes for a price which could be about $20 billion, a source familiar with the situation said on Saturday.
66 Khagrachharhi BGB men jailed
Sixty-six members of Panchharhi 30 Battalion of Border Guard Bangladesh's Khagrachharhi Sector have been sentenced to different terms in a case for the 2009 mutiny of the paramilitary force, formerly Bangladesh Rifles.
Monday, May 16, 2011
14 Myanmar citizens held
Members of the Detective Branch (DB) have arrested 14 Myanmar citizens from the capital.
11 killed in Ramu gunfight, mob-beating
At least 10 suspected robbers and a villager have been killed and 30 people, including eight policemen, injured in a gunfight followed by a mob-beating in Ramu Upazila. UPDATES
Sunday, May 15, 2011
'Second man' in Huji arrested
RAB has arrested two Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (Huji) members, including a top leader, at Keraniganj on the outskirts of the capital.
YUNUS ROWNo meddling, only support: France
The French finds it 'surprising' and 'difficult to understand the difficulties' between the government, the Grameen Bank and Muhammad Yunus.
Tribeca film festival turns ten
The Tribeca Film Festival, born as a way to revive downtown Manhattan after the September 11 attacks, turns ten this week and is leading a push for new ways for audiences to watch independent films.
Saturday, May 14, 2011
Ibrahim Khaled inquiry
bdnews24.com has obtained a copy of the much-talked-about investigation report, submitted to the government on Apr 7. We publish the report—having 300-odd pages, including the appendix—in public interest.
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Raids yield 150 tonnes of OMS grains
Besides grains, some food directorate papers, including a daily inspection record book, is also found in possession of one of the warehouses raided. UPDATES 2
DU CLASHA struggle for hall control, say police
The BCL students locked into the turf war since the administrative building that hosts tenders are close to the hall. UPDATES 4
Friday, May 13, 2011
Cook warns of strike
Alastair Cook, the England vice-captain, has warned the ECB that England players could consider strike action if moves are not taken to reduce the heavy schedule the side currently faces.
Municipalities urged to raise holding tax
The local government division has urged the heads of city corporations and municipalities to increase collection of holding tax.
Dilshan to leave IPL early
Confusion reigns over Tillakaratne Dilshan's return from the IPL to join the Sri Lanka squad for the tour of England with the first warm-up match starting on May 14, a three-day fixture against Middlesex.
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Ornaments looted killing housewife in Gopalganj
Bandits have looted gold ornaments from a house at a village on the outskirts of the town, killing the housewife.
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
EXCLUSIVE'We've a right to charge transit fee'
Future of Bangladesh and South Asia lies in working together and cooperation, not in confrontation, the foreign advisor to prime minister tells Sheikh Shahariar Zaman.
'Evacuation plan for expats must be in place'
As migrant workers are exposed to various disasters, experts say a comprehensive plan should be there for emergency evacuation.
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
FATWA OFFENCE'Trial can be held under criminal law'
Terming punishment through 'Fatwa' illegal, a senior Supreme Court lawyer has said steps can be taken against such offences under the criminal law.
Monday, May 9, 2011
EXCLUSIVEYunus was warned of Grameen troubles
An underling did blow the whistle on Grameen Bank irregularities back in 2000 but the Nobel laureate didn't seem to care!
Federal practices hamper study of Gulf dolphin deaths
A federal agency's practice of returning weakened dolphins to deeper Gulf of Mexico waters is thwarting efforts to probe dolphin deaths after last year's BP oil spill, scientists said on Saturday.
Sunday, May 8, 2011
Education needs more allocation: Nahid
Education minister Nurul Islam Nahid says the education sector needs more allocation as it cannot make desired progress for lack of funds.
Fakhruddin refers to judicial probe finds
Former caretaker government chief Fakhruddin Ahmed has asked the parliamentary watchdog on the education ministry to see the judicial inquiry report on the 2007 students-army violence at Dhaka University.
Saturday, May 7, 2011
FM to attend CMAG
Foreign minister Dipu Moni will attend the Commonwealth Ministerial Action Group (CMAG) to be held from Apr 27 to 28.
Friday, May 6, 2011
Establishment ministry renamed
The establishment ministry gets a new name — Ministry of Public Administration. FULL STORY
Thursday, May 5, 2011
EXCLUSIVE'Yunus lied to review committee'
The Nobel laureate lied, and the microfinance bank he ran broke laws in almost everything it did. Senior Correspondent Reazul Bashar reports
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Fakhruddin, Moeen summoned again
A parliamentary watchdog has given former caretaker chief Fakhruddin Ahmed and ex-army chief General Moeen U Ahmed another six weeks to appear before it to explain their actions on the 2007 students-army violence at Dhaka University. UPDATES
Glacier calving reveals secrets of the deep
An iceberg's crash into an Antarctic glacier last year cracked off a huge swathe of ice, bringing to light a vast span of the Southern Ocean and providing scientists with a chance to conduct experiments that may help understand climate change.
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
EXCLUSIVEYunus was warned of Grameen troubles
An underling did blow the whistle on Grameen Bank irregularities back in 2000 but the Nobel laureate didn't seem to care!
FM concerned at falling resources to meet UNDP budget
Foreign minister Dipu Moni has voiced concern at the decreasing resources to meet UNDP's annual budget.
Monday, May 2, 2011
Frustrated 'Jhalak' farmers burn crops
Angered by crop loss due to cultivation of hybrid rice 'Jhalak', a large number of farmers have staged an unusual protest in Noakhali.
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Ex-NSI chiefs remanded in grenade cases
Two former chiefs of the National Security Intelligence, detained in the sensational 10-truck arms haul case, have been remanded for four days in two Aug 21, 2004 grenade attack cases. FULL STORY
GAUTAM MURDER Family demands judicial probe
Family members of sub-inspector Gautam Roy, gunned down on Apr 20 last year, have demanded judicial probe into his killing.
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Fund transfer draws 'distinguished' flak
Some reputed personalities of the country highlight the grey areas of Grameen Bank's operations.
Friday, April 29, 2011
EXCLUSIVEGrameen fund transfer 'ultra vires': inquiry
Grameen Bank stepped beyond its legal authority to divert fund to another arm of the Grameen family in 1996, says an inquiry by a committee of professionals. Updates
Frustrated 'Jhalak' farmers burn crops
Angered by crop loss due to cultivation of hybrid rice 'Jhalak', a large number of farmers have staged an unusual protest in Noakhali.
Thursday, April 28, 2011
DSE halts share trading of 3 cos
Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) has suspended the transaction of shares of three companies for one day (Tuesday) for unusual hike in their prices.
Ctg wants ban on gas connections lifted
People argue since only 12 percent of the total gas production is consumed by households, it won't have much impact on overall gas situation in the country.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Dhaka Ramakrishna Mission principal dies
Principal of Dhaka Ramakrishna Mission Swami Akkharananda has died of old age complications. He was 82.
Ctg cop murder suspects on remand
A Chittagong court has granted the police to take on remand two suspects arrested in connection with the murder of assistant sub-inspector (ASI) Borhan.
Dhaka, Colombo ties on a roll
Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are focussing on greater cooperation in areas like trade and commerce, investment, civil aviation, shipping and tourism. UPDATES
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Dhaka pushes for evacuation framework
As migrant workers are exposed to various political unrests and natural disasters, Dhaka wants to have an institutionalised evacuation framework in place for them.
Dilshan to captain SL
Tillakaratne Dilshan will take over from Kumar Sangakarra as captain of Sri Lanka for next month's tour of England.
EC works on 5-yr 'booster' plan
The commission proposes a long-term plan with a five-pronged strategy to consolidate democracy in the country.
Monday, April 25, 2011
EC regrets sorry state of politics
In a violence-tainted political set-up, even fair elections lose credibility in the eyes of the people, says the chief election commissioner. UPDATES
Ctg wants ban on gas connections lifted
People argue since only 12 percent of the total gas production is consumed by households, it won't have much impact on overall gas situation in the country.
ECB plans long-term deal for Flower
ECB are making plans on working out a deal with coach Andy Flower which will likely be reported after India's interest.
Sunday, April 24, 2011
WI bring in Haynes as batting consultant
In the latest attempt to halt their decline, West Indies have brought in former top test opening batsman Desmond Haynes as batting consultant for the upcoming series against Pakistan and India.
Delhi beat Pune India by 3 wickets
Yuvraj Singh's all-round show went in vain as Delhi Daredevils defeated Pune Warriors by three wickets in a high-scoring Indian Premier League clash to record their maiden victory in the fourth edition tournament on Sunday.
DoE summons Chinese company
The Department of Environment (DoE) has summoned a Chinese company for cutting a hill in Mirsarai Upazila of the district.
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Cop murder suspects held in Ctg
Police have arrested two suspects in connection with the murder of a police officer of Mirsarai Police Station of the district.
DoE summons Chinese company
The Department of Environment (DoE) has summoned a Chinese company for cutting a hill in Mirsarai Upazila of the district.
CHARTER REVIEWPanel fixes time to sit with Oppn Tuesday
The parliamentary committee to review the constitution will sit on Tuesday to fix the date and time for discussion with the opposition.
Friday, April 22, 2011
Cable stolen from Barapukuria plant
A case has been filed over the theft of copper cable, worth around Tk 1.6 million, from Barapukuria thermal power plant.
'Check up judicial probe report'
Fakhruddin has urged the parliamentary sub-committee to consult the judicial probe report on the students-army violence as he cannot appear before it.
Capital dredging pact in Apr: minister
An agreement will be signed with a Malaysian company for a capital dredging project at Chittagong port on Apr 28, the shipping minister has said.
Case against Khaled rejected
Hours after filing of a sedition case against the stocks probe committee chief for making offensive comments, a Dhaka court has rejected it.
Capital dredging pact in Apr: minister
An agreement will be signed with a Malaysian company for a capital dredging project at Chittagong port on Apr 28, the shipping minister has said.
CHARTER REVIEW Govt misleading people: BNP
The government is confusing people by spreading lies over amendments to the constitution, BNP has alleged.
Case against Inu quashed
A Dhaka court has quashed a defamation case filed against Jatiya Samajtantrik Dal (JSD) president Hasanul Haque Inu.
Chuadanga bus mishap kills 6
At least six people have been killed and 40 others injured in a road accident in Chuadanga. FULL STORY
BNP leader Dastagir laid to rest
BNP leader Dastagir Chowdhury, who died in Dhaka on Sunday, has been laid to rest in state honour.
Atapattu appointed Sri Lanka batting coach
Former Sri Lanka captain Marvan Atapattu has been appointed as the team's batting coach.
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Bolton to reach first FA Cup final
Stoke City reached the FA Cup final for the first time when three goals in the first 30 minutes paved the way to a stunning 5-0 win over Bolton Wanderers at Wembley Stadium on Sunday.
City road crash kills garment worker
A female garment worker has been killed in a road accident in the city's Malibagh area, triggering a violent protest.
BREAKING NEWSChinese firm fined Tk 1mn for hill cutting
The Department of Environment (DoE) has fined a Chinese firm Tk 1 million for cutting a hill in Mirsarai Upazila of the district. MORE TO FOLLOW
Banking stem cells could save Japan nuclear workers
Health officials should collect blood from workers at the crippled Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant in case they are accidentally exposed to high levels of radiation and need a stem cell transplant, Japanese researchers said on Thursday.
Clarke seeks respect
"I'm now the captain and I want to stand up and make sure I'm leading from the front."
BNP threatens to oust govt
Opposition BNP has threatened to oust the government through tough movement if it does not resolve the prevailing power and gas crisis. UPDATES
Ban spinners who don't spin: Swann
Graeme Swann has a simple solution for the age old problem of English spinners who, to adapt the biblical parable of the lilies of the field, toil but do not spin.
Buchanan considers active selection role
John Buchanan could take up a place on New Zealand's selection panel as part of his new role as the country's director of cricket.
Bangladesh retains Moody's rating
The report praises country's strong position with regard to balance of payment and balance of trade while predicting that its macroeconomic stability will remain unchanged in the future.
BSF kills another Bangladeshi
Despite repeated pledges from the Indian side to stop killing along borders, its border forces have killed yet another Bangladeshi.
CHARTER REVIEWTalks begin on Apr 24
The charter review committee has fixed dates to hold talks with BNP and other parties having representatives to parliament sans Jamaat. MORE TO FOLLOW
BNP submits memos to DCs
BNP has submitted memoranda to all the deputy commissioners demanding an end to the nagging gas crisis. UPDATES
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Arsenal held 1-1 by Liverpool
Arsenal's title hopes took another blow when they were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Liverpool on Sunday after an astonishing finale which saw both teams convert stoppage time penalties.
Arsenal fall from grace
Four draws in five league games, three of them at the Emirates, have left Arsenal's title hopes hanging by a thread and they face another tough hurdle on Wednesday when they visit neighbours Tottenham Hotspur.
AL intra-party clashes leave 1 dead
Clashes between ruling party factions violating Section 144 have killed one and injured at least 25 others in Shailakupa.
Actor Nicolas Cage arrested in New Orleans
Oscar-winning actor Nicolas Cage has been arrested in New Orleans after a drunken argument with his wife outside a residence in the French Quarter, police said on Saturday.
Ample scope for bilateral trade: Peiris
Colombo promises to 'appropriately' address issues like tariff, sea and air connectivity to deepen trade relations with Dhaka. UPDATES
Arsenal held 1-1 by Liverpool
Arsenal's title hopes took another blow when they were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Liverpool on Sunday after an astonishing finale which saw both teams convert stoppage time penalties.
2nd phase UP polls from May 31
The second phase of Union Parisad (UP) polls will be held from May 31 to July 5. MORE TO FOLLOW
A year on, Gulf still grapples with BP oil spill
When a BP oil rig exploded and sank in the Gulf of Mexico last April, killing 11 workers, authorities first reported that no crude was leaking into the ocean.
10-TRUCK ARMSCID gets nod to grill ex-NSI chiefs
A Chittagong court allows investigators to interrogate two former heads of National Security Intelligence.
50MW plant launched in Ashuganj
Ashuganj Power Station Company Limited (APSCL) has installed a 50-megawatt power unit.
30 minors recovered from brothel
A total of 30 children have been recovered from Rathkhola whore house in the district town.
2011 Pulitzer Prizes announced
Online journalism service ProPublica wins its second Pulitzer Prize in two years while Indian-American physician Siddhartha Mukherjee's book on cancer, 'The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer,' won in the general non-fiction category. UPDATES
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
1 gets lifer in Manzurul murder case
A Khulna court has awarded death sentence to an accused in Awami League leader Manzurul Imam murder case.
ইউপি নির্বাচনে দ্বিতীয় পর্যায়ের তফসিল ঘোষণা
দেশের ৫২টি জেলার সবগুলোয় এবং পাঁচটি জেলার আংশিক ইউনিয়ন পরিষদে (ইউপি) নির্বাচনের তফসিল ঘোষণা করা হয়েছে। আগামী ৩১ মে থেকে ৫ জুলাই পর্যন্ত এসব জেলার তিন হাজার ৮১৩টি ইউপিতে ভোট গ্রহণ করা হবে।
প্রধান নির্বাচন কমিশনার এ টি এম শামসুল হুদা আজ মঙ্গলবার নির্বাচন কমিশন কার্যালয়ে এ তফসিল ঘোষণা করেন।
ঘোষিত তফসিল অনুযায়ী, নির্বাচনে মনোনয়নপত্র দাখিল করা যাবে আগামী ৫ মে থেকে ৯ জুন পর্যন্ত। মনোনয়নপত্র বাছাই ৭ মে থেকে শুরু হয়ে চলবে ১১ জুন পর্যন্ত। মনোনয়নপত্র প্রত্যাহারের শেষ সময় ১৫ মে থেকে ১৯ জুন
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প্রধান নির্বাচন কমিশনার এ টি এম শামসুল হুদা আজ মঙ্গলবার নির্বাচন কমিশন কার্যালয়ে এ তফসিল ঘোষণা করেন।
ঘোষিত তফসিল অনুযায়ী, নির্বাচনে মনোনয়নপত্র দাখিল করা যাবে আগামী ৫ মে থেকে ৯ জুন পর্যন্ত। মনোনয়নপত্র বাছাই ৭ মে থেকে শুরু হয়ে চলবে ১১ জুন পর্যন্ত। মনোনয়নপত্র প্রত্যাহারের শেষ সময় ১৫ মে থেকে ১৯ জুন
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জামায়াত ছাড়া সংসদের সব দলের সঙ্গে বৈঠক হবে
সংবিধান সংশোধনে প্রস্তাবনা তৈরি করতে সংসদে প্রতিনিধিত্বকারী সব রাজনৈতিক দলের সঙ্গে বৈঠক করবে সংবিধান সংশোধনে গঠিত বিশেষ কমিটি। তবে সংসদে জামায়াতের দুটি আসন থাকলেও যুদ্ধাপরাধের দায়ে অভিযুক্ত হওয়ায় এ দলটিকে আলোচনা প্রক্রিয়া থেকে বাদ দেওয়া হয়েছে। এর বাইরে সংবিধান বিশেষজ্ঞ এবং সাবেক প্রধান বিচারপতিদের সঙ্গেও বৈঠক করবে কমিটি। আজ মঙ্গলবার দুপুরে সংসদ ভবনে বিশেষ কমিটির বৈঠকে এসব সিদ্ধান্ত নেওয়া হয়। কমিটির সভাপতি ও সংসদ উপনেতা সৈয়দা সাজেদা চৌধুরী সভায় সভাপতিত্ব করেন।
২৪, ২৫ ও ২৬ এপ্রিল সংসদ ভবনে বিশেষ কমিটি টানা এ আলোচনা করবে। প্রথম দিন ২৪ এপ্রিল সংবিধান...
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২৪, ২৫ ও ২৬ এপ্রিল সংসদ ভবনে বিশেষ কমিটি টানা এ আলোচনা করবে। প্রথম দিন ২৪ এপ্রিল সংবিধান...
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10-TRUCK ARMSCID gets nod to grill ex-NSI chiefs
A Chittagong court allows investigators to interrogate two former heads of National Security Intelligence.
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