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HPM Sheikh Hasina sees no justification of failures in public exam

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said she sees no justification of failure in the examination as the government is providing huge opportunities for them for studies.

Palestine requests HPM Sheikh Hasina to allow duty free access of Palestinian goods

  Palestinian charge d' affairs Yousef S Y Ramadan made a courtesy call on Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina at her Gonobhaban residence here on Wednesday.

Our films will have to improve quality, acting and technical efficiency to keep pace with the sky culture: HPM Sheikh Hasina

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina called upon filmmakers to make time-befitting movies to keep pace with the sky culture and new technologies to attract viewers.

India-Bangladesh have set "a model" of bilateral cooperation: Indian External Affairs Secretary

  Indian External Affairs Secretary Dr Subramanyam Jaishankar said India and Bangladesh have set "a model" in bilateral cooperation as he called on Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina after his arrival on a two-day tour to the next door neighbor.

HPM Sheikh Hasina for expanding trade and investment with Sweden

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina laid importance on expansion of trade and investment with Sweden, particularly strengthening cooperation in shipbuilding and garment sector.

ECNEC approves seven development projects

  The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) approved seven development projects involving Taka 5,727.40 crore.

Cabinet approves the draft of "The Communicable Diseases Prevention, Control and Eradication Law, 2016"

  The cabinet approved in principle the draft of "The Communicable Diseases Prevention, Control and Eradication Law, 2016" aimed at facing a risk and emergency situation related to public health by checking and eradicating contagious diseases.

Most of the works under CHT Peace Accord have been implemented: HPM Sheikh Hasina

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said most of the works under the guidelines of the CHT Peace Accord, except the land reform, have been implemented. "All army camps except four brigades would be withdrawn from the hills," she said.

Wetlands are the lifeline of riverine Bangladesh: HPM Sheikh Hasina

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina described wetlands as "lifeline" of riverine Bangladesh, issuing directives for their conservation for ecology and balanced use for economic benefits.

US ready to help Bangladesh in fighting terrorism

  The United States has put emphasis on "better understanding" with Bangladesh to counter terrorism and offered assistance to combat terrorism and violent extremism.

Bangladesh-Kuwait signed four deals

  Bangladesh and Kuwait have signed four agreements on investment, aid, military cooperation and diplomatic relations.

Bangladesh-Kuwait to fight terrorism together

  Bangladesh and Kuwait have decided to work together in tackling terrorism and extremism.

ECNEC approves 'Padma Bridge Rail Link' project

  Aiming to develop direct rail connectivity between the capital and the southwestern parts of the country, the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) approved "Padma Bridge rail link" project with a cost of Taka 34,988 crore.

Cabinet approves the draft of 'The Railway Propety Law, 2016'

  The cabinet gave the final approval to the draft of the "The Railway Property (Unlawful Possession Reclamation) Law, 2016" aimed at recovering the railway land and property from illegal occupation.

HPM Sheikh Hasina Condemned Bangladeshis’ Killing in US and Demanded Justice

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has demanded the trial of two Bangladeshi expatriates who were killed in the United States.

Government is striving to protect people's right to justice: PM Sheikh Hasina

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said her government is striving to protect the people's constitutional right to have access to justice side by side with ensuring their basic rights to food, healthcare, shelter and education.

Targeted Killings Aimed to Create Instability in Bangladesh : HPM Sheikh Hasina

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said the ongoing killings are part of an orchestrated plan targeting imams, priests and padres aimed at creating instability in the country to obstract development. 

ECNEC approves nine development projects including Cross-Border Road Network

  The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) approved nine development projects with an outlay of Taka 6,100 crore, including Cross-Border Road Network Improvement Project.

Cabinet okays draft of "The Supreme Court Judges (Investigation) Law, 2016"

  The cabinet approved in principle the draft of "The Supreme Court Judges (Investigation) Law, 2016" keeping provisions of investigating the allegation of "misconduct" against the higher court judges.

Government is focused on taking immigration and passport services to people's doorstep: HPM Sheikh Hasina

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said her government making constant stride to reach the immigration and passport services to the doorstep of the people.