The government yesterday awarded 116 businesspeople the status of commercially important persons (CIPs) for their outstanding performances in business, especially in export. Commerce Minister GM Quader handed over the CIP cards to the businesspeople at a function at Sonargaon Hotel in Dhaka. The commerce ministry and
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Dhaka too noisy
Call for tough action against polluters The capital’s noise pollution is driving its citizens crazy. The most comm on sources of noise pollution here are the construction and transportation systems. Despite having a law to check the pollution, city dwellers, especially the heart patients, senior citizens and children, have no respite from noise, as loud ... Read more
Mobile users pay high for P1 internet package
Mobile phone operators have been charging high for the ‘pay as you go’ or ‘P1’ internet package for the past seven years despite the internet bandwidth price having fallen several times in that period. Grameenphone, for instance, charges Tk 20 for every megabyte (MB) used under the P1 package, meaning a usage of 1 gigabyte ... Read more
Audition round begins with a bang
Close Up 1 2012 Audition round begins with a bang After four years, the audition round of the much hyped musical talent hunt, ‘Close Up 1 2012’, began on September 9 at the Bangladesh Film Development Corporation (BFDC), Dhaka. Mohammadpur Government Physical Training College was brimming with aspiring talents, numbering not less than 26,747, at ... Read more
Tourism fair starts Sept 27
A three-day international tourism expo, Bangladesh International Tourism Fair, is set to begin on September 27 to promote the country’s tourism globally. Bangladesh Foundation for Tourism Development (BFTD) will organise the fair at Bangabandhu International Conference Centre in the
BUET classes resume on Saturday
BUET classes resume on Saturday ending a five-month stalemate at the prestigious Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology. The decision to resume class room teaching was announced on Saturday by vice chancellor SM Nazrul Islam and BUET Teachers
MBBS, BDS admission tests on Nov 23
The admission tests for enrolment in both public and private medical and dental colleges for the 2012-13 academic session will be held on November 23. Shah Abdul Latif, director of medical education of the directorate general of health services, on Monday evening said that admission forms would be available
BUET pro-VC removed
Students wait for teachers’ call to return to classrooms The government on Sunday removed the pro-vice-chancellor of Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology in the face of protests the teachers and students have held since April with breaks. The education minister in a circular said that Habibur Rahman had been removed as pro-vice-chancellor in keeping ... Read more
Robi users cross 2cr mark
Robi has recently crossed the landmark of two crore subscribers in Bangladesh, the mobile operator said in a statement yesterday. “This is a momentous occasion for all of us and a clear manifestation of our commitment and sincere efforts over the years,” said Michael Kuehner, managing director and
Int’l furniture fair begins Sept 12
The five-day Second International Furniture and Décor Fair-2012 and Second National Door, Kitchen Cabinet Fair-2012 begin in the capital on September 12. Communicare Dot Events managing partner MA Samad told a press briefing at the National Press Club on Sunday that a total of 50 companies would take part in the
PM flays Buet agitators
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina yesterday censured a section of Buet teachers and students for their “perverted” protest and warned them not to repeat such incident on the campus. “What a disgusting kind of agitation! A boy collected blood from a girl’s body and poured it on the floor. I don’t understand, how such a perverted ... Read more
NBR to honour 360 taxpayers
The National Board of Revenue (NBR) will recognise 360 taxpayers to encourage people pay taxes regularly. It will award three highest taxpayers and two long-time taxpayers from each city corporation and district on September 15. A weeklong income tax fair starts September 16. The tax fair, third of its kind, will take place in all ... Read more
Swindle unearthed at another branch
Sonali Bank Scam Swindle unearthed at another branch Tk 159cr loan given illegally Like its scam-hit Ruposhi Bangla Hotel branch, Sonali Bank’s Gulshan branch has helped a number of companies to swindle Tk 159 crore out of it. The branch approved and disbursed the money in loans and advances in the last two and a ... Read more
BUET stalemate
Students want minister to keep promises first BUET students rallying for the removal of the university vice-chancellor and the pro-vice-chancellor on Friday said that they would get back to classrooms once the education minister removed the pro-vice-chancellor and withdrew the cases filed against students and teachers and reshuffled the administration as
Buet crisis yet to end
Agitating students’ decision on going back to classes by today or tomorrow Receiving assurance from the education minister of a friendly environment, agitating students of Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (Buet) held a meeting yesterday to decide whether to return to classes. The decision would be announced today or tomorrow at a press conference, the ... Read more
Tribute to Abdul Alim
Remembering a timeless voice Abdul Alim (1931-1974) a brilliant folk singer possessed a melodious and gifted voice, which is yet to be surpassed by any other folk singer of our country. His presentation was simply magical. His songs epitomised the very essence of folk culture and mesmerised listeners across the country. Indeed, he played an ... Read more
High duty takes toll on importers of used cars
Importers of used cars are going through tough times due to a high import duty and a cut in car loans by banks, businesspeople said. Imports of used cars fell by more than 46 percent to 6,700 units during the January-June period this year, compared to the same period last year, customs data
Govt, GP sign deal to set up multimedia in classrooms
With the objective to set up multimedia classrooms in schools, Grameenphone signed an agreement with the education ministry to facilitate internet connectivity. Under the agreement, Grameenphone will supply, install and service 20,500 modems and provide laptops, speakers and multimedia projectors to 20,500 secondary and higher secondary schools in
Humayun’s last movie to be released on Friday
Recently demised iconic author-playwright-film director Humayun Ahmed’s last film Ghetu Putro Kamola will be released on Friday in three top cinemas in Dhaka Balaka and Star Cineplex in Dhaka, according to a press release. Produced by Impress Telefilm, the most awaiting film of the year will also be released outside of Dhaka very soon. Last ... Read more
Tanvin Sweety: Perfect takes
Tanvin Sweety’s journey in the media began with ramp modelling opportunities, which eventually paved the way for a broader modelling career. Her continuing success in the field led her to the realm of acting, and the talented Sweety seized every opportunity to cement her place on the TV screen. But versatility has no bounds. Tanvin ... Read more