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July uprising to reshape nat’l politics: Touhid

Foreign Affairs Adviser, Md. Touhid Hossain said today Bangladesh's youth, who led last year's historic July-August uprising, will ultimately reshape national politics and institutions, moving the country beyond past divisions toward a more constructive, knowledge-driven future. "They (youths) may make mistakes along the way, but with time and experience, they will build a stronger and fairer political culture," he said.
The adviser was speaking as chief guest at the inaugural ceremony of th...

Rooppur NPP receives positive safety review from IAEA

Ishwardi (Pabna) Correspondent: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has commended the operational readiness, professionalism, and commitment to safety of staff at Bangladesh’s first nuclear power plant in Rooppur. Following a comprehensive inspection conducted by its Pre-Operational Safety Review Team (Pre-OSART) mission, the IAEA highlighted the plant’s progress toward meeting international safety standards, while also offering recommendations for further improvement.

Over 700 rivers, but Bangladesh’s waterways are dying

Esrat Jahan: Bangladesh, often called “The Land of Rivers,” is home to over 700 rivers, including major waterways such as the Padma, Jamuna, Meghna, and Karnaphuli. These rivers are the lifeblood of the nation, providing essential water for farming, fishing, transport, and daily life. Yet, despite this abundance, Bangladesh’s rivers are in a perilous state, ranking among the most degraded river systems in the world.
 

Bangladesh bags $1.25B in investment proposals

Bangladesh has received investment proposals totalling $1.25 billion in the first six months of 2025, covering both domestic and foreign projects, officials reported at the 5th meeting of the Investment Coordination Committee.

The meeting was held at the Chief Adviser’s Office (CAO) under the chairmanship of the Chief Adviser’s Special Envoy on International Affairs, Lutfey Siddiqi, with Bangladesh Bank Governor Ahsan H. Mansur and National Board of Revenue Chairman Md Abdur Rahman Khan in attendance.

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EC unveils election roadmap ahead

The Election Commission (EC) has announced the roadmap for the 13th National Parliamentary Election, confirming that the official schedule will be released at least 60 days ahead of polling day.

The announcement was made by EC Senior Secretary Md. Akhtar Ahmed at a press briefing held at the commission’s headquarters in the capital on Thursday.

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US tariff hike threatens entire economy, not just garment exports

A proposed 35 per cent tariff on Bangladeshi garment exports to the United States is expected to have far-reaching consequences, extending beyond the $8 billion in annual shipments, according to industry experts and economists. The impending tariff hike, scheduled to take effect on August 1, could ripple through Bangladesh’s entire economic ecosystem, impacting fabric suppliers, textile mills, banks, insurers, and millions of workers. In a roundtable recently organised in the city, business leaders expressed deep concerns over the potential fallout. AK Azad, chairman and CEO of Ha-Meem Group, warned that if Bangladesh fails to negotiate effectively, the entire supply chain, from raw material suppliers to exporters, could suffer.
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