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Government to complete construction of Uttara- Motijheel Metro Rail Line-6 by 2019

  The government is working to complete construction of the first phase of MRT Line 6 (metro rail) by 2019 instead of 2024 to resolve capital's nagging traffic congestions, according to the annual report submitted to the cabinet on Monday.

Rampal power plant wouldn't harm Sundarbans: State Minister Nasrul Hamid

  State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Nasrul Hamid said the coal-based 1,320 megawatt (MW) Maitree Super Thermal Power Plant would not cause any harm to the ecology of the Sundarbans and its surrounding areas.

HPM Sheikh Hasina for direct flight between Bangladesh and Turkey

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina emphasized the need for introducing direct air flight between Bangladesh and Turkey for promotion of bilateral trade and business.

Bangladesh is examining the Indian proposal for transportation of LPG: HPM Sheikh Hasina

  Bangladesh is examining the Indian proposal for construction of LPG terminal and transportation of LPG for Indian eastern state Tripura across border.

HPM Sheikh Hasina reaffirms Bangladesh's conviction to uphold peace, security, human rights

  Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina reiterated Bangladesh's firm conviction to uphold peace and security, protect human rights and promote development across the globe.