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Probe body formed to investigate grid disruption
The Power Division has formed a five-member committee to investigate the cause of a partial grid disruption in southeastern Bangladesh
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Vidya Balan awaits ‘magic’ of on-screen reunion with Saif
‘Can’t wait to experience the magic again’: Vidya Balan on reuniting with Parineeta co-star Saif Ali Khan
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The left-handed opener had been stranded on 99 when bad light brought the opening day to an early close, with Bangladesh on 213 for three after 74 overs on Wednesday.
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EC aims to uphold poll standards, plans party talks in Nov: CEC
The Election Commission (EC) aims to establish a lasting culture of free, fair and credible elections, with plans to install CCTV cameras at every polling centre and strengthen security during the upcoming Union Parishad (UP) elections, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) A M M Nasir Uddin has said.
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Wage Board Gazette to Be Published Within Two Days of Workers’ Nomination: Minister
Calling for workers, employers, and the government to work together to resolve labor unrest, the minister stated, "If a problem arises in any factory, efforts should be made to resolve it within that factory itself. In this process, labor unions, employers' associations, and the government will provide support."
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NID server shut down temporarily over cyber attack fears
The Election Commission has temporarily shut down the National Identity (NID) server following concerns over potential cyber attacks.Officials from the
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Ex-Air Force officer’s body recovered from Turag River
River Police have recovered the body of a former Bangladesh Air Force officer from the Turag River in Dhaka.
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From Mughal Coins to War Medals BNCS Numismatic Exhibition fascinates visitors
From the rise and fall of empires to the evolution of modern currency, coins and banknotes offer a glimpse into the history of civilisations. Bringing together pieces from different periods and parts of the world, the sixth BNCS Numismatic Exhibition 2026 opened on 29 October at MIDAS Center in Dhanmondi, Dhaka, showcasing the such stories preserved in personal collections.
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DBL Group concern Parkway Packaging want to raise Tk 78cr via IPO
New Age, a Dhaka-based leading English language daily newspaper, is a major source of news of Bangladesh and international affairs
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South Africa selects Durban to lead bid for 2036 or 2040 Olympics
South Africa has selected the coastal city of Durban as its preferred candidate to host the 2036 or 2040 Summer Olympics and Paralympics, potentially bringing the first Olympic Games to Africa.
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5 KUET teachers, 2 employees dismissed
Khulna University of Engineering and Technology (KUET) has dismissed five teachers and two other employees over disciplinary violations and other irregularities.
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Mild heat wave sweeps Dhaka, parts of Bangladesh
A mild heat wave is sweeping Dhaka, Khulna, Mymensingh, and Sylhet divisions, along with several districts nationwide, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD). “A mild heat wave is sweeping over Dhaka, Khulna, Mymensingh and Sylhet divisions and the...
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Giant skeleton becomes a popular American Halloween decoration
A 12-foot-tall skeleton named Skelly has become a familiar sight in American neighbourhoods, turning from a popular Halloween decoration into a seasonal favourite that many families display throughout the year.
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Govt to borrow Tk 5,000cr from banks for new pay scale
The government plans to borrow Tk 5,000 crore from the banking sector through a special treasury bill auction on Wednesday (October 28) to help pay salaries and arrears to public employees under the new national pay scale.
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Israel president urges against new vote
This combination of pictures created on October 28, 2026, shows Yashar party leader Gadi Eisenkot (L) addressing his supporters at the election night rally
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Bangladesh Consulate in Toronto tops Google rating
New Age, a Dhaka-based leading English language daily newspaper, is a major source of news of Bangladesh and international affairs
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Why is Trump administration offering visas to Bolsonaro’s family?
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"There's 500 million Arabs in the world, and yet they don't produce science, they don't win the Nobel Prize, they don't win the Fields prize, they don't win the Wolf Prize, they don't produce literature," the US health chief said
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At least 20 Somali soldiers killed in al-Shabab ambush, officer says
Bangladesh has called for placing human rights at the centre of economic policymaking and governance, stressing that progress must be measured by its contribution to equality, human dignity and fundamental rights, alongside growth.Bangladesh's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Ambas
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Cyclone Arnab weakens after making landfall in India
Bangladesh has kept a local warning signal in place at all four seaports
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