Monday, August 19, 2019

No 10 angry at document spill anticipating deficiencies after Brexit no-deal

Downing Street responded furiously to the release of an important paper forecast that a no-deal Brexit would result in supplies of meat, medication and gasoline, with no 10 reports blaming the revelation on a violent prime minister intending to ruin Boris Johnson's journey to see EU officials this week.
Brexit
Brexit

The published paper, describing plans under Operation Yellowhammer, claims that if there is a no-deal Brexit on October 31, the most probable situation is serious prolonged gaps in the supply of medicines and lack of some new ingredients.

Friday, July 19, 2019

In Humayun Ahmed's happy memory of his 7th centenary of his suicide

Humayun Ahmed was also a renowned writer and filmmaker, one of the finest recognized writers to have graced Bangla literature.

His unrivaled narrative artistic ability earned the lives of millions. The TV series and telefilms of Humayun Ahmed also acquired enormous fame among the public and achieved fresh heights when processions were carried out from his tale concerning a fictional character. The fact that the National Film Award in eight categories was won by his directorial debut, Aguner Poroshmoni, based on his novel by the same name, gives us a glimpse of his unmatched talent.

Humayun Ahmed
Humayun Ahmed


As the virtuoso's 7th centenary of mortality lists today, we will glance at some of his pieces that he has abandoned behind, through which he remains to reside in his admirers ' brains.

Monday, July 8, 2019

Scoring great with the Avocados

Ansar Ali became one of the country's first commercial avocados in 2006, setting up a brand new revenue route for peasants across the nation.
Avocados
Avocados


The exotic fruit had become a favorite among the health-conscious in the city, botanically a berry, and had earlier been accessible only through exports. As they are extremely nutritious and have heart healthy compounds, avocados pack a kick.

Wednesday, July 3, 2019

Local NGOs with an equal partnership with intl ' orgs for management roles

Local non-governmental organizations (LNGOs) expressed interest in a management role in the country's development operations through equal collaboration with international NGOs.

Coastal Association for Social Transformation
COAST


They also want collaboration from all stakeholders to enforce various worldwide contracts, including the "Principle of Partnership" of the United Nations, "Charter for Change (C4C)" and "Grand Bargain Agreement."

Saturday, June 29, 2019

Links with murderers from Rifat: Local leaders from Awami League to steer clear

Senior representatives of the Awami League in Barguna are now accusing each other of having connections with Rifat Sharif's murderers who died in the district on Wednesday after being hacked in wide daylight.

Rifat Sharif
Rifat Sharif


Actively participating in various programs of the Awami League and its associate organization Jubo League, many of the accused were seen, said locals.

Friday, June 28, 2019

It was not possible to install Padma Bridge 14th span Friday

It was not possible to install the 14th span (superstructure) of the much-awaited 6.15-km Padma Bridge, planned to be placed on pillars on Friday (June 28).

Padma Bridge
Padma Bridge

The span was planned to be placed between the bridge pillars 15 and 16 at Mawa end in Munshiganj today but could not be installed owing to negative weather, a Padma Bridge construction engineer said All Bangla Newspaper.

The span of gray 3C color is 150 meters long, weighing 3,140 tons.

Monday, June 24, 2019

BNP MP calls for the release of Khaleda Zia

MP Abdus Sattar Bhuiyan of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) today called for the unconditional release of incarcerated party chairman Khaleda Zia for her therapy.
Khaleda Zia
Khaleda Zia


He spoke in parliament while participating in this evening's general budget debate for the 2018-19 fiscal year. Sattar claimed that Khaleda Zia's bail was not permitted "as part of state tricks."

Sunday, June 16, 2019

BGMEA Calls for more Budgetary Money Incentives

Leaders of the apparel sector have requested that the government increase the money assistance from 1% to 3% in the suggested domestic budget against imports.

BGMEA
BGMEA
In a post-budget press briefing on Sunday in Dhaka, the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) produced the call.

However, they called the suggested budget "inclusive, business-friendly and pro-people" for fiscal 2019-20.

Saturday, June 8, 2019

Shakib's glory does not save England from Bangladesh's huge defeat

After a high-pressure chase of the largest total of England's World Cup, a continuous century by Shakib Al Hasan failed to guarantee a mild defeat for Bangladesh.

For 280, the Tigers were bowled out, still 106 runs behind the hosts, with seven balls left on Saturday at Cardiff.

Shakib Al Hasan
Shakib Al Hasan


The last batsman Mustafizur Rahman was caught behind the stumps by Jonny Bairstow as Jofra Archer claimed his third game wicket in the 49th over.

Monday, June 3, 2019

Six foreigners surrendered fraud at the ATM booth

However, detectives are still in the dark three days after the Tk3-lakh theft on how the embezzlement occurred.

In a case filed over their alleged involvement with ATM booth fraud in the capital, a Dhaka court placed six Ukrainian men on a three-day remand.

Ukrainian
Ukrainian
The foreigners withdrew Tk3 lakh from a Dutch Bangla Bank Limited (DBBL) automated teller machine (ATM) without recording any statement on the server of the bank.

Saturday, June 1, 2019

BSTI lifts salt from ACI, noodles from Doodles, turmeric from Pran

After re-testing the samples, Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution (BSTI) withdrew a ban on three food items on Tuesday.

The items are New Zealand Dairy's ACI salt, Doodles noodles, and Pran's turmeric powder.

BSTI Deputy Director Riazul Haque said 52 product licenses were suspended and show-cause notices were issued.
ACI Salt
ACI Salt


"We received answers from 43 products that claimed their standards had improved."