UGC Chairman Highlights Importance of Quality Higher Education and Skilled Graduates

The UGC Chairman emphasized the importance of promoting tolerance, morality, and justice in higher education during an international conference in Dhaka.

The Bangladesh University Grants Commission is rolling out a comprehensive five-year plan to elevate higher education standards, focusing on skill enhancement and bridging the gap between academia and industry.

Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury called for linking higher education with employment and entrepreneurship, urging authorities to consider priority sectors, employment prospects, and entrepreneurial opportunities while establishing new universities and introducing new faculties and subjects.

Prime Minister's adviser on education, Dr Mahdi Amin, announced plans to build innovation hubs and startup ecosystems at universities across the country.

State Minister for Youth and Sports, Md Aminul Haque, announced a government plan to eliminate educated unemployment through skill development.

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

The Bangladeshi government is taking significant steps to broaden technical education, aiming to provide students with skills that meet both national and global demands.

The Faculty of Social Sciences at Dhaka University held a comprehensive workshop to guide lecturers and assistant professors on modern academic practices.

Begum Rokeya University, Rangpur organized a virtual seminar to enhance research quality and collaboration among faculty members.

A festival in Rajshahi underscores the importance of raising children and youth as competent, educated, humane, and responsible citizens to build a developed and prosperous Bangladesh.

The Director of Russian House in Bangladesh, Alexandra Khlevnoy, has pledged to cooperate with the National University to enhance higher education, research, and skills training.

Begum Rokeya University, Rangpur launched a micro-credential course under the 'Digital Skills to Succeed' project to enhance students' digital skills.

The Prime Minister has provided financial assistance to a student securing a scholarship in Sweden, helping him overcome initial financial hurdles.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman pledges continued government support to promote mathematics education and expand Mathematics Olympiad activities across Bangladesh, focusing on grassroots and school levels.

A tragic incident occurred at Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology, where two students drowned in a campus pond.

Prof. Md. Faridul Islam, Vice-Chancellor of Rajshahi University, inaugurated a national seminar emphasizing the emotional and revolutionary significance of Rabindra Sangeet and Nazrul Sangeet.

Professor Dr Md Azam Khan has been appointed as the interim proctor of Jagannath University while the current proctor is abroad for medical treatment.

Khulna City Corporation Administrator Nazrul Islam Manju praises Khulna Collegiate Girls’ School and KCC Women’s College for their contributions to female education.

A delegation from Jahangirnagar University met with Rajshahi University’s Vice-Chancellor to discuss potential academic collaborations, including a joint undergraduate admission test.

Educational institutions managed by the Bangladesh Army have attained an exceptional 99.26 percent pass rate in the recent Secondary School Certificate examinations.

President Donald Trump announced the US will allow tariff-free imports of up to 300,000 tons of ground beef over the next 90 days.

Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Hossain has extended support to the family of Kanika Mondal, who died following complications after childbirth.

Bangladesh aims for a historic series sweep as they face Australia in the second and final Test in Mackay.

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, Bangladesh's president-elect, paid respects to Ziaur Rahman and Khaleda Zia at their graves in Sher-e-Bangla Nagar.

Techvill Futsal Club achieved a significant 4-1 victory against Bangladesh Army Ports Club in the Men's Futsal League.

Bangladesh has made significant progress in maintaining law and order and strengthening national security during the first six months of the government.

At least 16 people were killed in Russian bombardments on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, and its surrounding areas overnight, according to local authorities.

New Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho believes his star-studded squad can coexist despite previous challenges.

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has indicated that early parliamentary elections will likely be held in October, following months of protests demanding accountability and change.

US President Donald Trump's declaration of 'economic warfare' against Iran poses significant risks to the country's main trade partners.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced new sanctions targeting Cuban entities, including the Ministry of Construction.

Eight candidates are vying to succeed Antonio Guterres as the next UN Secretary-General, each bringing unique qualifications and visions for the future of the world body.

A 27-year-old Russian-Australian citizen has been charged with foreign interference for allegedly attempting to inform Russia about Ukrainian military activities.

Authorities seized 140 sacks of illegally hoarded fertilizer in a raid in Godagari Upazila, Rajshahi.

Former Prime Minister Imran Khan, currently serving a 17-year sentence, has been moved to a hospital following a Supreme Court order.

US authorities have charged a 35-year-old woman, Jessica Bowie, with attempting to provide material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization after she allegedly planned to bomb the New York State Capitol.

Asian markets showed gains as investors assessed the US Treasury's efforts to lower long-term bond yields, though analysts warned it may not be enough to prevent borrowing costs from rising.

Japan's core inflation rose to 1.8 percent in July, driven by the Middle East conflict and a weak yen.