Jute Harvesting Begins in Manikganj District with Aim for 13,473 Metric Tonnes

Rajshahi district is experiencing a significant increase in jute production this season, with potential sales reaching Tk 549 crore.

The Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE) has set a target to produce 316,898 bales of jute in Narail this season, supported by favorable weather conditions and increased cultivation.

The government distributed fertilizers, seeds, and other inputs to 1,500 farmers in Jhenaidah to support summer onion cultivation.

In a bid to enhance summer onion production, 3,000 farmers in Jhenaidah received free onion seeds, fertilizer, and polythene sheets.

The 13th Jatiya Sangsad has formed a parliamentary standing committee on the Ministry of Textiles and Jute, appointing BNP lawmaker Md Akhteruzzaman Mia as chairman.

Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir emphasizes the need for collaboration among industry, academia, and the government to develop Bangladesh's textile and jute sectors.

The traditional Madur or Mat-weaving industry, a vital eco-friendly craft in Khulna's Satkhira district, is rapidly declining due to escalating raw material costs and the prevalence of cheaper plastic alternatives.

Timely rain in Rajshahi has revived Aman paddy fields, bringing relief to farmers who were facing rising production costs due to drought.

The Department of Public Health Engineering is installing 544 deep tube wells to ensure safe drinking water and reduce waterborne diseases in Munshiganj.

Nazimur Rahman, Chattogram metropolitan BNP general secretary, underscores the essential role of Kaptai Lake in the environment, economy, and livelihoods of Chattogram Hill Tracts residents.

Today marks the 122nd birth anniversary of Syed Mujtaba Ali, a renowned Bengali writer, journalist, linguist, and a key figure in the Bengali language movement.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Musleh Uddin Ahmed has vowed to create a safe and peaceful environment in the capital through impartial, professional, and people-oriented policing services.

A 10-day soft skills training program has commenced in Paba upazila to enhance the living standards of marginalized professionals.

Authorities recovered three bodies from the Shitalakshya River in Narsingdi after four people went missing while bathing.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has detained 151 individuals in separate operations conducted in the city's Mirpur Model and Tejgaon divisions.

The Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) is expected to receive approval from the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) this week for a 442-megawatt (MW) grid-connected solar power project at Rampal in Bagerhat.

RAB-13 has recovered 17 rounds of abandoned bullets and cartridges from a pond in Rangpur.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today called upon the country’s youth to join hands in rebuilding the state and combating dengue, saying their collective strength and determination can bring about meaningful change in the country.

The upazila administration has seized around 670 sacks of different types of fertilizer from a trader's house in Durgapur upazila of Rajshahi district.

Water Resources Minister Shahiduddin Chowdhury Anee announced that Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will inaugurate the construction of the Padma Barrage between January and March 2027.

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir urged the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) to take decisive action against corrupt individuals, regardless of their power, status, or influence.

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has publicly endorsed Lamine Yamal's bid for the Ballon d'Or, highlighting the young winger's self-confidence and exceptional performance this season.

Gas supply to industrial units across Bangladesh has started improving, bringing relief to businesses.

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir called for increased investment in Sylhet’s tourism, tea, fisheries, and other industries.

Robi Axiata and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have launched 'Robi Bowler Hunt', a nationwide initiative to identify and develop promising fast bowlers and spinners.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has arrived in Cairo to meet Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi amid rising tensions over Houthi control of the Bab al-Mandab Strait.

Bangladesh's ready-made garment (RMG) exports to the United States increased by 11.42 percent year-on-year in the first two months of the current fiscal year.

Moody's Ratings has improved Bangladesh’s sovereign outlook to stable from negative, citing a strengthened external position and eased political and economic pressures.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange experienced a rebound today as bargain hunting returned across the board, driven by improved investor confidence following recent assurances from the Prime Minister.

National Test captain Nazmul Hossain Shanto emphasizes the Bangladesh Premier League's (BPL) importance in providing opportunities for young players.

With the Ballon d'Or voting closing in, top football stars are aggressively campaigning for the prestigious award.

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has warned of the most serious and sustained trade disruptions in living memory, with potential severe economic consequences.

Russia has called for space to remain free of weapons following the US deployment of 'on-orbit space control weapons'.

The Kremlin has welcomed US President Donald Trump's proposal for a truce between Russia and Ukraine on striking energy targets.

Nearly five million people in Bihar, India, are grappling with the aftermath of severe flooding, as authorities work to provide essential aid and relief.

NATO fighter jets shot down a drone over Lithuania, highlighting heightened security concerns on the alliance's eastern flank amid Russia's ongoing war with Ukraine.

Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen visited BNP Acting Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi to discuss strengthening bilateral ties.

US President Donald Trump dismissed fears about the dangers of artificial intelligence, calling them a hoax and rejecting global calls for AI regulation.

Dr Zubaida Rahman, Vice-President of Ziaur Rahman Foundation, emphasizes the need for a supportive environment for children to develop their talents and realize their full potential through quality education, healthcare, sports, and opportunities to engage with nature.