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Government and ILO’s Joint Initiatives for Skilled Workforce

  Dhaka, May 17, 2014 Government of Bangladesh and the International Labour Organisation (ILO), with funding from the Canadian government, have launched a project titled “Bangladesh Skills for Employment and Productivity (B-SEP)” which aims to achieve the goal of building a better trained and qualified workforce for key industrial sectors...

60-MW Wind Turbine Power Plant in Cox’s Bazar For Green Electricity

  Dhaka, May 17, 2014 Local and foreign companies will set up a 60-megawatt wind turbine power plant in partnership in the coastal belt of Cox's Bazar to generate green electricity.

General Zia wanted to erase the name of Awami League: PM

  Dhaka, May 17, 2014 Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina yesterday said military dictator General Ziaur Rahman wanted to erase the name of Awami League after the brutal assassination of Bangabandhu as he (Zia) considered the party his main enemy.

Government’s Successful Employment Scheme for the Ultra Poor

  Dhaka, May 14, 2014 Second phase of the Employment Generation Project for the Poorest (EGPP) is continuing successfully in eight Upazilas of Rangpur, generating employment for the ultra poor of the district.

Govt wants to uphold the reputation of DGFI as a disciplined institution: PM

  Dhaka, May 14, 2014 Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today said her government does not want to use the Directorate General of Forces Intelligence (DGFI) politically; rather it wants to uphold the reputation of the organization as a disciplined institution.

Bangladesh: Hotspot For ‘Green Energy’ Jobs

  Dhaka, May 13, 2014 Bangladesh has become a top hotspot for renewable energy jobs which has created a green workforce in 2013.

China Seeks A New Dimension Of Relations With Bangladesh

  Dhaka, May 13, 2014 China today said it wants to give a new dimension to the friendly relations with Bangladesh.

We Must Follow Lord Buddha’s Message Of Non-Violence To Ensure Country’s Advancement: PM

  Dhaka, May 13, 2014 Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today sought allout cooperation of the Buddhist community in establishing a happy, prosperous and developed Bangladesh.

Bangladesh Signed Four Military Agreements With China

  Dhaka, May 13, 2014 China has signed four military agreements with Bangladesh to enhance Dhaka’s defence capabilities to provide military support to Bangladesh armed forces and provide training to military personnel.

Culprits of the Seven-murder in Narayanganj must be punished: PM

  Dhaka, May 11, 2014 Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina yesterday assured that the government would ensure the punishment to the culprits behind the sensational murder of seven people in Narayanganj.

Bangladesh and India Reached a Consensus for signing of the Teesta Agreement: PM

  Dhaka, May 11, 2014 Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said the government is keen to resolve the issues of trans-boundary rivers with amicable negotiation with neighboring countries. Bangladesh and India has come to a fruitful decision and reached a consensus for signing of the Teesta agreement, she added.

Construction of 4 lane Mymensingh-Joydevpur highway to begin in March 2015

  Dhaka, May 10, 2014 Communications Minister Obaidul Quader yesterday expressed hope that the construction of 4 lane Joydevpur-Mymensingh highway would begin in March next year.

Tell the Tales of Liberation War and War Heroes: PM to Filmmakers

  Dhaka, May 10, 2014 Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today called upon filmmakers to project the great achievements of the War of Liberation and the history of sacrifices of the people through their movies.

PM Takes Responsibility for Actor Khalil’s Treatment

  Dhaka, May 10, 2014 Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today showed a unique gesture by taking the responsibility of treatment of ailing celebrated actor Khalil Ullah Khan.

Digital World 2014: Country’s Largest IT Expo from 4 June

    Dhaka, May 10, 2014 Bangladesh is all set to host its largest 4 day information and communications technology (ICT) fair from 4 June 2014 at country’s premier conference venue, Bangladesh International Conference Centre (BICC). The festival’s logo was yesterday unveiled by Honourable State Minister for ICT, Zunaid Ahmed Palak. ...

New Runway, Terminal for Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport

    Dhaka, May 08, 2014 The government has plans to add one new runway and one new terminal to the existing infrastructure of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Dhaka. The new terminal will be four times the size of the existing terminal with 32 boarding bridges.

TK 1 Billion Scheme to Generate Employment in North

  Dhaka, May 07, 2014 The government has approved a TK 1 billion employment scheme for the low-income groups of 35 Upazilas in the northern districts of Bangladesh.

PM for More Investment from UAE in Energy Sector

  Dhaka, May 7, 2014   Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today sought more investment from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Bangladesh's different sectors including power and energy.

Government Placing Emphasis on Strengthening Rural Economy: PM

  Dhaka, May 7, 2014 Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today said her government is giving priority to further strengthen the rural economy and build social safety net for the rural poor people.

Economy Benefiting from Robust Trade

  Dhaka, May 07, 2014 According to Bangladesh Bank, export marked steady growth in the past five years with average 22.61 percent rise and recorded the highest ever income of $27.03 billion in the end of June 2013.