Solar is the main clean power game in town
Solar accounted for the vast majority of newly built renewable power generation capacity in 2024, an indicator that the relatively cheap, flexible clean technology is outstripping beleaguered renewables like wind.
Data from the International Renewable Energy Agency (Irena) shows that global solar power capacity stood at 1865 gigawatts by the end of 2024, marking an increase of 452 GW from a year earlier. These additions accounted for three-quarters of global renewables capacity expansion last year.
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CA off to China
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus left here for China today on a four-day official visit.
"A special flight carrying the Chief Adviser and entourage departed Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka at about 1 pm," Chief Adviser's Deputy Press Secretary Abul Kalam Azad told the media.
On the sidelines of the forum, he is expected to have meetings w...
On March 27, Prof Yunus will address the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) conference focusing on the changing role of Asia in the world.
Modi greets Yunus marking Bangladesh’s Independence Day
President of India Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have extended felicitations on the occasion of the National Day of Bangladesh with India reiterate its commitment to advancing partnership for peace, stability and prosperity.
"We remain committed to advancing this partnership, driven by our common aspirations for peace, stability, and prosperity and based on mutual sensitivity to each other's interests and concerns," Modi said in a message to Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus, UNB reports.
Bangladesh, US discuss defence cooperation, equipment acquisition
Bangladesh and the United States have discussed "potential acquisition" of US-origin equipment to enhance interoperability and capabilities.
During his visit, Lt Gen Vowell met counterparts in the armed forces of Bangladesh, reinforcing the US Army’s commitment to a strong relationship with the Bangladesh Army while h...
Lt Gen Joel P Vowell, Deputy Commanding General, US Army Pacific, visited Bangladesh om March 24 – 25, said the US Embassy in Dhaka.
Bangladesh’s Political Struggle: A Nation in Flux
One of the most notable developments in recent weeks in Bangladesh has been the transformation of the country’s student-led protest movement into an organised political force. On 28 February 2025, the leaders of last year’s mass demonstrations formally launched the National Citizens Party (NCP). The party is led by 26-year-old Nahid Islam, who resigned from his post as acting head of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting in the interim government to take on the role. At a rally near the national parliament, NCP leaders laid out a platform centred on unity, transparency, good governance and an independent foreign policy rooted in a vision for a “second republic”. Lima Akter, whose brother was killed during the July 2024 uprising, introduced Islam as the party’s convenor. Her promi...
US greets Bangladesh’s Independence Day
The United States has congratulated Bangladesh on its Independence Day Saying Washington supports Bangladesh in its journey toward a bright and democratic future.
“As Bangladesh marks this special occasion, I extend my warm regards to its people and reaffirm the United States, commitment to working together to make both our nations safer, stronger, and more prosperous,” said US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in a statement.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Photo: Collect...
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Photo: Collect...
