In the wake of widespread violence across the country, authorities have taken strong security measures for the upcoming Biswa Ijtema, the second largest congregation of Muslims after the holy Hajj, reports UNB. This year, the three-day first phase of the Biswa Ijtema will begin on January 24 on the bank of the Turag River at ... Read more
Month: January 2014
10,000-MW power generation still a far cry
Though the country’s power generation capacity reached 10,000 megawatts in November last year, actual generation of such a quantum of electricity was not possible because of the dearth of energy supplies and mismanagement in power distribution, a report by the Planning Commission (PC) said on Wednesday. It prepared the report on January 15 so that the
No of public univ students outpaces accommodation
The number of students in public universities is increasing every year and authorities are struggling to provide them with accommodation in halls of residence as the universities can provide only a third of their students with residence. According to University Grants Commission’s 2012 annual report published on January 9, only 32 per cent students were
Selima Rahman released
BNP vice-chairman Selima Rahman was released from Kashimpur jail on Friday morning as she secured bail on Thursday in a case filed under explosives act, reports UNB. Jail sources said she came out from the women unit of the jail around 11:15 am. A Dhaka court granted bail to Selima Rahman on Tk 20,000 bond. ... Read more
Family frustrated with Gopibagh murder probe
Family members of murdered controversial Pir Lutfur Rahman are feeling helpless, as law enforcers have not been able to make much headway in the investigation into the killing of six persons in the Gopibagh area of Old Dhaka on December 21. Despite repeated assurances by the police that they were doing their best, family members ... Read more
Cold hits infants
Ctg hospitals see increased inflows of patients as temperature drops With the fall in temperature, a large number of children affected by cold related complications have been admitted to the paediatric ward at Chittagong Medical College Hospital (CMCH) and private clinics in the city over the past few days. Most of them contracted pneumonia, asthma, and ... Read more
Target expat workers
Kidnappers realise ransom from families thru’ agents in Bangladesh A number of kidnapping gangs run by Bangladeshi nationals are trapping their compatriots working abroad by offering lucrative jobs in some European countries. The gangs, active mainly in some Middle Eastern countries and Greece, lure migrant workers with promises of jobs in Turkey, Italy and some ... Read more
Lost dynasty found in Egypt
A previously unknown, yet potentially very important, ancient Egyptian kingdom has been discovered by archaeologists working in the Nile Valley. Excavations at Abydos, 70 miles north-west of Egypt’s famous Valley of the Kings, have revealed the existence of an entire royal cemetery. The cemetery
South Africa says over 1,000 rhinos poached in 2013
More than 1,000 rhinos were poached in South Africa last year, a 50 percent increase from 2012, fuelled by the black-market demand for their horns, the government said yesterday. “The total number of rhino poached in South Africa during 2013 increased to 1,004,” the environment ministry announced in a statement. Asian demand
Dhaliwood icons mourn death of ‘inspirational’ Suchitra
The actors, directors of Dhaliwood-based Bangla cinema are shocked over the death of legendary actor Suchitra Sen. Though Suchitra Sen was a Tollywood-based actor, she was equally popular in Bangladesh and Dhaliwood artistes consider that the legend had greatly inspired them in their film endeavors. Suchitra Sen died on Friday morning from a heart attack at ... Read more
Cinema of the World: a major attraction
13th Dhaka International Film Festival Cinema of the World: a major attraction The Cinema of the World section was one of the major attractions of the 13th Dhaka International Film Festival as it featured some hit mainstream films from different parts of the world. Besides screening three mainstream local films including Humayun Ahmed’s Ghetu Putra ... Read more
Robyn highlights plight of people in detention camps
The Australian filmmaker Robyn Hughan is participating in the 13th edition of the Dhaka International Film Festival with three documentaries showcased at the spiritual section of the festival. She made these films – Sikhs In Shep, Boom Sheppada, and Mooo-ving Cow and Filipino Brides – while working on her upcoming film named Journey to Nowhere. This ... Read more
Bowlers look to impress as BCL resumes today
Bowlers are expected to fare better as the second round of matches of the Bangladesh Cricket League begins today at the BKSP, with more assistance expected from the wicket and with the benefit of having already adjusted to the red ball. BCB North Zone will play against Islami Bank East Zone at BKSP-2 and Walton Central ... Read more
U-19s begin World Cup camp
The Bangladesh Under-19 cricket team began their ICC Under-19 World Cup mission on Friday with an intense camp at the BKSP to prepare them for the mega event starting on February 8 in Dubai. The team is looking to step up and showcase their talent, leaving behind the dismal performance last month at the Asia ... Read more
Four in four for Jamal
Table-topper Sheikh Jamal Dhanmondi Club secured their fourth consecutive victory in the Bangladesh Premier Football League when they defeated Muktijoddha Sangsad 1-0 at the Bangabandhu National Stadium on Friday. Sheikh Jamal, who garnered three points courtesy a penalty converted by Haitian hitman Wedson Anselme, continued their winning run in the top flight
Premier hockey begins today sans champs
The Green Delta Insurance Premier Division Hockey League will begin today without four clubs, including last year’s champions Mohammedan Sporting Club. Mohammedan, Mariner Young’s Club, Wari Club and Bangladesh Sporting Club decided not to participate in any hockey-related activities under the existing
Siddik slides to joint-35th
A one-over-par 73 on Friday further pushed back Bangladesh golfer Siddikur Rahman’s position in the standings of the King’s Cup after the second round’s play in Hua Hin, Thailand. Siddik, who was tied for 31st position along with 11 other golfers after the opening round, slid to joint-35th position on Friday. Birdies in the 4th, 10th ... Read more
BBF signs Ukrainian boxing coach
Bangladesh Boxing Federation has agreed to a one-year deal with Ukrainian coach Gourenko Alexander, who had already started working with three boxers at the Bangladesh Olympic Association’s ongoing specialised training camp. Alexander, who is a regular boxing coach under the sports ministry of Ukraine, was confident of bringing success for Bangladesh at the
Cyclelife Exclusive signs Tamim as ambassador
Bangladesh opener Tamim Iqbal was appointed brand ambassador of Cyclelife Exclusive, a concern of Meghna Group Bangladesh, at a launching programme on Friday at Tejgaon. Cyclelife Exclusive on Friday launched the country’s first ever high-end bicycle, ‘Veloce’, and signed up Tamim as its ambassador for a year. Cyclelife Exclusive
ADR in banks drops below 71pc in Dec
The credit- or advance-deposit ratio in the banking sector declined to below 71 per cent in December as credit demand in the private sector continued to drop since the second half of the last fiscal year due to dull business situation in the country amid political unrest, said Bangladesh Bank officials. According to the latest BB ... Read more