Bangladesh-Japan Joint PPP Platform Approves New Infrastructure Projects for Regional Connectivity

The government has approved a Tk 1,492.50 crore project to improve rural transport infrastructure in the greater Dinajpur region.

French Ambassador to Bangladesh Jean-Marc Sere-Charlet visited the Rajshahi Silk Factory and expressed France's interest in supporting the modernization of Bangladesh's traditional silk industry.

Bangladesh's foreign exchange reserves have increased to $36.46 billion according to the latest data from Bangladesh Bank.

Bangladesh and Malaysia's Sarawak state are discussing enhanced cooperation in agriculture, focusing on technology, food security, and a potential Memorandum of Understanding.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has sought energy cooperation from Malaysia to help address Bangladesh's ongoing gas supply crisis.

A total of 11,180 fruit and forest tree saplings were distributed to 65 farmers in Alikadam upazila to enhance socio-economic conditions and promote sustainable agriculture.

Russia has expressed keen interest in expanding bilateral trade with Bangladesh by offering cheaper urea fertilizer and other essential food commodities.

Tunisia's recent power cuts have caused significant economic losses across various sectors, with farmers and businesses bearing the brunt of the impact.

Bangladesh's Shipping, Road Transport and Bridges, and Railways Minister has invited Qatar to invest in port infrastructure development.

Bangladesh has reached a historic milestone with its food grain stock now at a record 2.39 million tonnes, significantly exceeding the safe benchmark.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman called for increased recruitment of skilled Bangladeshi workers by Japan and greater Japanese investment in Bangladesh.

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam has called on honorary consuls to become strong ambassadors for Bangladesh's investment potential.

The Russia-annexed peninsula of Crimea faces a summer of tension as Ukrainian drone strikes and blackouts disrupt daily life.

The death toll from a major earthquake in Japan has reached 28 as survivors struggle with extreme heat.

Son Heung-min scored twice to lead the MLS All-Stars to a 4-3 win over Liga MX in the All-Star Game.

Crimea, the Black Sea peninsula annexed by Russia from Ukraine in 2014, remains a focal point of international conflict.

A government program distributed bicycles, sewing machines, and wheelchairs to 127 underprivileged and meritorious individuals in Birganj upazila of Dinajpur district.

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has arrested two alleged drug peddlers and seized 20,000 yaba tablets during an operation in Naikhongchhari upazila.

Hadi Matar, the assailant who attacked Salman Rushdie, has been convicted of terrorism charges by a federal jury.

Cuba's tourism industry, once a major source of foreign currency, is now in crisis with three-quarters of hotels closed.

Seven people, including firefighters and police officers, died when a firefighting helicopter crashed in Argentina's San Juan province.

Bolivian prosecutors have ordered the arrest of former socialist president Evo Morales, accusing him of inciting recent protests that have disrupted the nation.

Russian strikes on Kyiv have resulted in at least one confirmed death, as Ukrainian authorities warn of ongoing threats.

Australia's cyber safety watchdog has initiated court proceedings against Telegram, alleging the messaging platform failed to remove terrorism-related material despite legal notices.

Zhongji InnoLight, a major supplier of AI data centre components, saw its shares drop significantly during its Hong Kong IPO.

A court in El Salvador has sentenced gang members to over 1,000 years in prison for drug trafficking and other crimes.

Australia's coach Andrew McDonald believes Ben Stokes should return to international cricket for one final Ashes series.

The US military has completed a significant series of strikes against Iran in response to recent missile attacks on US forces.

The Japanese government has revised the death toll from the recent earthquake to 28.

New Zealand's foreign minister Winston Peters has sparked a diplomatic row with China after telling a Chinese-born MP to 'go back to your own country' during a parliamentary debate.