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Digital Bangladesh: Government Makes 25 Apps Available

  In a major step towards “smart Bangladesh”, the Awami League government today launched 25 out of the 100 mobile applications, designed to ensure people’s easy access to public services. With the initiation of these apps, people can avail services like -- birth registration to air and rail ticket purchase, plus health and education servi...

Boosting up bilateral ties: Bangladesh, Srilanka Eye on FTA

  Bangladesh and SriLanka have started exploring the possibility of Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the two countries, with an aim to boost bilateral trade and investment.

Invest In Quality Education, Not War Machines: Prime Minister

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has called upon the world community to invest in quality education by diverting billions of dollars spent for creating war machines and violence.

Belarus Shows Interest To Invest US$ 15 Million To Develop Bangladesh’s RMG Sector

  The Belarusian government has expressed its interest to provide 15 million US dollars to Bangladesh as long-term assistance for the development of country's readymade garment (RMG) sector, including the training for the workers.

US President Greets PM for Her Speech At UN Climate Summit 2014

    Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina yesterday exchanged greetings with US President Barack Obama and appreciated him for his speech in the UN Climate Summit 2014 here.

PM Seeks Norwegian Investment In ICT Sector

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina yesterday sought Norwegian investment in Bangladesh's booming information and communication technology sector.

PM Urges Large Carbon Emitters To Reduce Emission To Save Mother Earth

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina yesterday urged the large carbon emitting countries to make their robust voluntary carbon reduction commitment to save the motherly earth from onslaught of climate change.

Malaysian car manufacturer keen to invest in Bangladesh

  Malaysian renowned automobile company Perusahaan Otomobil Nasional Sdn Bhd, widely known as PROTON, has expressed its keen interest in setting up a joint venture car manufacturing plant in Bangladesh.

Awami League government’s initiatives' improving mental and child health: Global Study Series rates Bangladesh as fast track country

  According to the latest data published on scientific journals, Bangladesh has emerged as one of the ten “fast-track” countries that have made noteworthy progress in improving maternal and child health in last decades or so, particularly in the last five years.

Launching Of Service Portal: All Services At One Place

  The government has launched two web portals with detailed information on the services provided by different government offices and government application forms respectively under its Access to Information (a2i) programme.

AL Initiatives Gets Metro Rail Project Go-Ahead

  The Awami League government launched a project to set up the country's first metro rail system in Dhaka at a cost of Tk 220 billion, in a landmark development towards ensuring smooth traffic system for the capital.

Income Tax Fair Draws Highest Ever Response

  The recently concluded income tax fair drew highest number of taxpayers', reflecting a rising popularity for Awami League government’s initiative of such showcase that allows people to complete tax related formalities at one stop.

Prime Minister Receives Warm Reception In New York

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was accorded a warm reception as she arrived here this morning to attend the 69th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

Bangladesh In World: Prime Minister Set To Appear In Series Of UNGA Sideline Events

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s seven day visit in US to take part in the 69th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) will create an opportunity to consolidate Bangladesh's image at the global level, as Sheikh Hasina will lead Bangladesh to a series of UNGA sideline events.

IFC Tenders Support For Developing Deep Sea Port

  The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has proposed to offer advisory support to the Awami League government in building a deep-sea port in Sonadia of Cox's Bazar district.

PM Flies to New York To Attend 69th UNGA

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina leaves Dhaka for New York tonight on an eight-day official visit to the United States to attend the 69th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

AL government keeps economy vibrant: Honda plans to open up an $18.48m motorcycle plant

  Japanese auto giant Honda aims to set up a new motorcycle plant in Bangladesh in a bid to cater the demand of the booming local market.

India gives historic Dakota aircraft to Bangladesh

  The Dakota aircraft played a crucial role in the liberation of Bangladesh and formation of Bangladesh Air Force and was used for air dropping Army troops. This photo is taken from The Economic Times website.

Survey Ranks Bangladesh As 26th Global Outsourcing Destination

  The Global Services Location Index, prepared by a leading US consulting firm AT Kearney, has recognised Bangladesh as the 26th best destination for IT outsourcing globally for the first time since its independence.

PM For Hosting Sports Activities At All Educational Institutions

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today urged for hosting sports activities at all educational institutions on a larger scale for sound physical and mental growth of the students as well as creating world standard sportsmen.