Bangladesh Plans Phased Nationalization of Century-Old Schools

Bangladesh is enhancing its primary education curriculum by incorporating science-based play materials to promote scientific thinking and creativity.

Begum Rokeya University has introduced a modern reading room at Shaheed Mukhtar Elahi Hall to foster an environment conducive to student learning and research.

Rajshahi University held a groundbreaking event for AI education and innovation, launching the 'AI Navigator 2026' certificate program and the 'AI Confident' teacher initiative.

Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology has issued machine readable library cards to its 2025 session new students, enhancing their access to vast resources.

Rajshahi University's Electrical and Electronic Engineering Department celebrated academic excellence with a reception, farewell, and scholarship distribution ceremony.

Chittagong University's 36th senate meeting, after nearly three years, will consider and approve financial budgets.

The Bangladesh University Grants Commission introduces sweeping reforms to its research proposal evaluation process to enhance transparency and impartiality.

The Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase has approved crucial proposals for textbooks and power plants.

The Ministry of Education has announced that the results for this year's Secondary School Certificate and equivalent examinations will be released on August 10.

The National University has published the results of the 2023 Master’s Final Examination, with 60.97% of candidates passing.

Starting from the 2027 academic year, students will be admitted to Class I in Bangladesh through a lottery system instead of admission tests.

Rajshahi University organized an exhibition and award ceremony to mark the National Tree Plantation Campaign and recognize student excellence.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected a US-led Gaza peace plan, creating a new rift with President Donald Trump.

The Rajshahi district law and order committee has identified drug peddling as a major cause of increased addiction, leading to a growing crisis in the northwestern city.

Iran's Revolutionary Guards have declared that the Strait of Hormuz will not be reopened until the United States meets Tehran's demands, including compensation for war damage.

Officials and community leaders in Kawnia Upazila launched a tree planting initiative, stressing the importance of greening in mitigating climate change.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman urges unity against political chaos in Bangladesh, emphasizing the nation's need for development and stability.

Syria and Russia have reached an agreement to convert their two military bases into joint training and capacity-building centers.

A 'Healthy Baby' competition in Rajshahi highlights the importance of nutrition, vaccination, and regular health monitoring for children.

Bangladesh's foreign exchange reserves have reached a new peak of $36.86 billion, according to recent data from Bangladesh Bank.

The Chittagong Chamber of Commerce and Industry plans to establish 57 sub-committees to address regional business challenges and promote trade and investment.

The 16th meeting of the Private Sector Development Policy Coordination Committee (PSDPCC) emphasized the urgent need to accelerate business reforms.

Six students were awarded in a Rajshahi drawing competition aimed at promoting the importance of breast milk for children.

Renowned journalist Mrinal Krishna Roy, a pivotal figure in Bangladesh's journalism and a celebrated freedom fighter, has passed away.

Entrepreneur Abdus Sattar Bhuiyan is making waves with his jackfruit biscuits, turning seasonal waste into an economic opportunity for Gazipur farmers.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman visited the grave of late Hefazat-e-Islam Ameer Allama Shafi at Hathazari Madrasa, reciting Fateha and exchanging greetings with religious scholars and students.

Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi held discussions with Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman in Dhaka.

The government has transferred 12 senior assistant secretaries to various districts to serve as additional deputy commissioners, effective immediately.

Bangladesh and the UK are stepping up efforts to collaborate on creating skilled manpower and ensuring safe migration for workers.

Eighteen individuals were arrested during a special drive by police in Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka, as part of ongoing law enforcement efforts.