Bangladesh Addresses Educated Unemployment Through Enhanced Skills Training Programs

Sharmeen Akhter, a visually impaired woman from Satkhira, has finally been appointed as a junior officer at the Essential Drugs Company Limited (EDCL).

Bangladesh and Malaysia have held productive talks aimed at strengthening labour market cooperation, expanding employment opportunities, and enhancing manpower exports.

Bangladesh aims to secure more employment opportunities for its nationals in Brunei, with a focus on expanding market access for key products.

Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury announces a new 100-bed accommodation facility at the Hajj Camp for migrant workers facing flight delays or cancellations.

The Department of Social Services has extended the deadline for applications for data collectors and supervisors under the Family Card program.

A seminar on skill development and safe migration for foreign workers was held in Rampal to encourage youths to acquire necessary training for overseas jobs.

Bangladesh and Thailand are discussing the potential employment of around 10,000 Bangladeshi workers in Thailand.

The Bangladesh Public Service Commission has announced that 6,165 candidates have qualified in the written test of the 50th Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS).

Labour and Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury highlights ongoing reforms and international cooperation.

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam highlights Bangladesh's commitment to labour sector reforms during a meeting with ILO Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo.

The Chattogram Job Fair 2026, a significant event for students and job seekers, is set to take place on July 20 at Chittagong University.

Karmasaangsthan Bank has announced a comprehensive five-year plan aimed at creating employment opportunities for 900,000 unemployed youths in Bangladesh.

German agrichemical giant Bayer reported a return to profit in the second quarter, driven by robust agricultural performance and reduced litigation expenses.

Greek firefighters are working to contain a massive wildfire on the outskirts of Athens, with over 500 firefighters deployed and more than 30 aircraft aiding the effort.

Guatemalan authorities have issued the country's second-highest emergency alert following a major eruption of the Fuego volcano.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is set to introduce significant reforms to make its domestic cricket tournaments more competitive and commercially attractive.

The Border Guard Bangladesh intercepted a smuggling operation, seizing fertiliser and arresting a Forcibly Displaced Myanmar National.

The Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education (DSHE) has introduced a series of digital and modern education reforms in line with the election promises of the incumbent government.

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department predicts widespread rainfall and a slight drop in temperatures over the next 24 hours.

The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has dismissed reports of factory closures due to gas and power shortages.

The Rapid Action Battalion has implemented extensive security measures to ensure a peaceful observance of July Mass Uprising Day 2026.

Bangladesh's ready-made garment industry has started the fiscal year 2026-27 with robust exports of $3.89 billion, despite global challenges and domestic energy issues.

Around 300 people protested in Panama City against plans for a new reservoir, which will require the relocation of communities.

A severe heat wave in Tokyo has led to the tragic deaths of three lions at a local zoo, highlighting the extreme weather challenges faced by animals and humans alike.

A significant forest fire has spread across 100 hectares in a Dutch nature reserve, marking the latest in a series of wildfires across western Europe.

A cultural program in Rajshahi commemorated the heroism and sacrifices of the 2024 July Mass Uprising, emphasizing the importance of preserving this history.

Chief Whip of the Jatiya Sangsad, Md Nurul Islam, arrived in Dhaka after concluding a visit to the United Kingdom.

Japan's defense minister stresses the need for a stronger military presence as regional threats intensify.

Asian stocks showed mixed performance as Seoul's Kospi stabilised following recent volatility, while oil prices rose on conflicting signals regarding US-Iran peace talks.

A forest fire near Bordeaux has led to the discovery of World War II shells in the village of Le Porge, France.