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4-year bachelor’s degree at Nat’l Univ to transform into hybrid course

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News Desk : dhakamirror.com The interim government has announced plans to shorten the four-year bachelor’s program at the National University to three years, according to Prof M Aminul Islam, special assistant to the education adviser. At an event today at the International Mother Language Institute in Dhaka, which celebrated International Education Day, Aminul Islam stated ... Read more

Former Justice Abdur Rouf dies

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News Desk : dhakamirror.com Former Chief Election Commissioner Justice Md Abdur Rouf has passed away at the age of 91. He died around 10:00 am while receiving treatment at Insaf Barakah Kidney and General Hospital in Dhaka, as stated in a press release. Justice Rouf had been battling heart disease, lung complications, kidney issues, and ... Read more

Walton launches ‘AC Exchange Offer’

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Business Desk : dhakamirror.com Walton on Wednesday announced launch of ‘AC Exchange Offer’ in which customers can buy Walton’s new air conditioners and get 25 per cent discount in exchange of their used ACs of any brands, said a press release. The company also announced a 5-year warranty facility for some printed circuit board models ... Read more

Ekushey Padak: Women’s football team and 14 distinguished individuals set to receive award

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News Desk : dhakamirror.com The government has put forward 14 distinguished individuals and the national women’s football team for the Ekushey Padak in 2025, honoring their remarkable contributions in their respective fields. The cultural affairs ministry announced this on Thursday. The nominees include Azizur Rahman (posthumously) for film, Ustad Nirad Baran Barua (posthumously) and Ferdous ... Read more

New counter-based bus services launch in Dhaka this Thursday

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News Desk : dhakamirror.com A new bus service featuring ticket counters is set to launch in Dhaka on Thursday, February 6, with the goal of improving public transport, alleviating traffic congestion, and enhancing passenger safety. The service will officially kick off from Abdullahpur at 10:30 am. This initiative, led by the Dhaka Road Transport Owners ... Read more

SAFF winner Sumaya faces death and rape threats

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Sports Desk : dhakamirror.com SAFF women’s Championship 2024 winning Bangladesh national team forward Matsushima Sumaya on Tuesday claimed to have received death and rape threats, amid their boycott of training under English coach Peter Butler. ‘Over the past few days, I have received countless death and rape threats—words that have shattered me in ways I ... Read more

Grand event ‘GPH Maharaj Darbar’ held by GPH Ispat

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Business Desk : dhakamirror.com GPH Ispat Limited, one of the leading manufacturers of steel rebar in Bangladesh, recently organised “GPH Maharaj Darbar-2024.” A total of 185 channel partners of the company across the country participated in the two-day event, according to a press release. The company recognised top-performing partners in various categories based on their ... Read more

Fog disrupts flight operations at Dhaka airport

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News Desk : dhakamirror.com Six international flights were diverted to Sylhet and Kolkata airports today due to dense fog at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA). Of the six flights, Jazeera Airways was arriving from Kuwait, Salam Air from Muscat, two US-Bangla Airlines from Dubai, Qatar Airways from Doha, and a Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight from ... Read more

Shakira dedicates her Grammy to immigrants

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Entertainment Desk : dhakamirror.com At the 2025 Grammy Awards, Shakira won the award for Best Latin Pop Album and dedicated her win to US immigrants. Presented by Jennifer Lopez, the Colombian pop star said, “I want to dedicate this award to all my immigrant brothers and sisters in this country. You are loved, you are ... Read more

Farida Parveen admitted to ICU due to severe illness

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Entertainment Desk : dhakamirror.com Renowned Lalon Sangeet singer Farida Parveen has been hospitalized due to breathing difficulties. Her husband, instrumentalist Gazi Abdul Hakim, informed media that she was admitted early on Saturday. Gazi Abdul Hakim mentioned that Farida Parveen is currently in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the hospital, as fluids have built up ... Read more

Legendary singer Sabina Yasmin in HDU

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Entertainment Desk : dhakamirror.com Sabina Yasmin, the beloved Bangladeshi singer, reportedly collapsed during her performance on Friday night. The event was meant to mark Sabina Yasmin’s return to the stage, with fans eager to witness the singer’s comeback after her battle with cancer. After being taken to the hospital, doctors conducted comprehensive examinations and found ... Read more

St Martins under travel restrictions for 9 months

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News Desk : dhakamirror.com A nine-month restriction on tourist movements to St Martin’s Island, the only coral island in Bangladesh, will take effect on Saturday, February 1. Tourists can visit the island until Friday, January 31, as per a decision made by the environment, forest, and climate change ministry. Residents and tourism operators on the ... Read more

Sabina Yasmin collapses during on stage performance

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Entertainment Desk : dhakamirror.com Legendary singer Sabina Yasmin collapsed during her performance at a corporate tribute event held at a 5-star hotel in Dhaka around 8:15 pm today. She is currently receiving medical attention. A cancer survivor, Sabina was set to make her musical comeback at the tribute show “Ami Achi Thakbo” today in the ... Read more

SMC’s 50-year journey: innovation and success

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News Desk : dhakamirror.com Social Marketing Company (SMC), a not-for-profit organisation, has completed 50 years of remarkable operations in the health sector of Bangladesh. Over the past five decades, the company has achieved significant milestones by marketing innovative products and delivering essential healthcare services. SMC recently organised a programme at the InterContinental Dhaka to celebrate ... Read more

Seven Colleges Split from DU

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News Desk : dhakamirror.com The administration of Dhaka University on Monday decided to separate the seven government colleges from their affiliation with the university. This decision was made during an emergency meeting between the vice-chancellor of Dhaka University and the principals of the affiliated government colleges on Monday in the vice-chancellor’s meeting room. Following the ... Read more

New trains launch on Ctg-Cox’s Bazar route February 1

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News Desk : dhakamirror.com On 1 February, the Chattogram-Cox’s Bazar route will witness the launch of two new intercity trains, the Saikat Express and the Prabal Express. The announcement followed a directive from Bangladesh Railways, which called for the allocation of essential resources such as locomotives, coaches, and personnel. Both trains will feature a combined ... Read more

Uniform revamp for police, RAB, Ansar

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News Desk : dhakamirror.com On Monday, the government announced the introduction of new uniforms for the police, the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), and the Bangladesh Ansar and Village Defence Party. The police will don iron-colored uniforms, while the RAB will wear green olive, and the Ansar will sport golden wheat, as stated by home adviser ... Read more

Toffee brings free live streaming of ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cup

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Sports Desk : dhakamirror.com Cricket enthusiasts across Bangladesh can now catch every thrilling moment of the ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cup live, as Toffee, the nation’s leading digital entertainment platform, streams the tournament for free. The World Cup, hosted in Malaysia, kicks off today, 18 January 2025, and runs until 2 February. Fans can ... Read more