The real face of Bangladesh – moderate, secular
The high-profile arrests and deportation of 27 Bangladeshi workers from Singapore for planning violent attacks overseas may have caused some Singaporeans to wonder about Bangladesh and its people. This professor says the truth is that the country is a secular, moderate nation with a Muslim-majority population.
The arrests of 27 Bangladeshi workers under the Internal Security Act is the first instance that a radical militant terror cell comprising foreigners has been uncovered in Singapore.
The Ministry of Home Affairs said last Wednesday that the authorities had arrested the Bangladeshis between Nov 16 and Dec 1 last year for supporting the armed jihad ideology of ![]()
Global drama putting women’s rights centre stage
Seven, a travelling documentary play recounting the real-life ordeals of women who have encountered violence, rape and trafficking, has become a fulcrum for debate and action among students in Bangladesh
In a lecture theatre at Rajshahi University in Bangladesh, seven people take their places on stage. They begin to speak. “Hafsat Abiola, Nigeria,” says one. “Mu Sochua, Cambodia,” says another. “Anabella de Leon, Guatemala,” says a third. They perform monologues based on interviews with women’s rights activists who have experienced domestic violence, gang rape and human trafficking.
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Record exports seen rising as BD woos US consumers
Investors looking for alternatives amid the global slump would do well to check out Bangladesh.
Exports rose to a record last month even as other regional economies reported continued declines, and economists say shipments will increase as Americans rush to buy cheap clothes. Bangladesh’s central bank forecasts inflation will slow and the World Bank predicts growth will accelerate to 6.7 percent this year, making it one of the world’s fastest-growing economies.
“Over the medium-to-long term, we are bullish on the growth prospects of Bangladesh’s industrial and export sectors,” Raphael Mok, Asia analyst at Fitch unit BMI Research, said by e-mail. “The country boasts a large and youthful population, as well as relatively low labor costs.”
Samsung handsets get 1 year warranty on batteries
Samsung Mobile Bangladesh takes the pride to announce the attractive warranty offer on its handset batteries. With this latest warranty offer, Samsung extended its warranty period from 6 months to 1 year.
In Bangladesh, Samsung is the first company to offer one year warranty to provide better service to its customers. This offer is a reflection of Samsung’s concern for its customers. Mr. Hasan Mehdi, Head of Mobile, Samsung Bangladesh stated, ‘With a view to deliver the best 
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PBL MD urges to increase export-import business
The 1st Managers’ conference-2016 of Dhaka Central, Dhaka North, Dhaka South & Narayangonj regions of Pubali Bank Limited was held at bank’s head office recently. Md. Abdul Halim Chowdhury, Managing Director & CEO graced the conference as Chief Guest.
Mohammad Ali and Akhtar Hamid Khan- Deputy Managing Directors of the bank were present as Special Guests. General Manager and RM of Dhaka Central Region Sayed Saiful Islam, General 
Manager and RM of Dhaka North Region Md. Humayan Kabir, Genera...
Manager and RM of Dhaka North Region Md. Humayan Kabir, Genera...
Robi Walk In Center at Bagerhat
Robi has inaugurated a Walk-In Center at Rail Road Mor in Bagerhat recently. The centre is expected to significantly enhance Robi’s ability to ensure quality customer service at Bagerhat. All kind of Robi products and services will be available in the centre.
Mr. Matiul Islam Nowshad, Chief Corporate and People Office (CCPO) has inaugurated the Walk In Centre. Mr. A.S.M. Enayetur Rahim, Cluster Director, Southern Cluster and Mr. Alam Syed Ashraful, Regional Manager, Khulna wer...
Mr. Matiul Islam Nowshad, Chief Corporate and People Office (CCPO) has inaugurated the Walk In Centre. Mr. A.S.M. Enayetur Rahim, Cluster Director, Southern Cluster and Mr. Alam Syed Ashraful, Regional Manager, Khulna wer...
