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BIDA unveils heatmap, targeting agro, pharma, renewable energy
05:34 PM, 19 Jan 2025 SundayThe Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) has launched a data-driven heatmap to strategically attract foreign direct investment (FDI) in 19 priority sectors, including agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and renewable energy. These sectors were chosen for their high market readiness, rapid growth potential, and competitive advantages.
Raw material crisis threatens industry, Ramadan supply chain
05:24 PM, 19 Jan 2025 SundayThe country's industrial sector is grappling with a severe raw material crisis due to a combination of working capital shortages, a dollar crisis, rising prices, and unreliable gas and electricity supply. Experts warn that if the situation persists, the supply of daily necessities during Ramadan may face significant disruption.
MBBS admission test results published
04:58 PM, 19 Jan 2025 SundayThe results of the MBBS admission test for public and private medical colleges for the 2024-25 academic session were published on Sunday. A total of 60,095 candidates passed, with a pass rate of 45.42 percent.
Pakistan defeat West Indies by 127 runs in first test
04:24 PM, 19 Jan 2025 SundaySpinner Sajid Khan took five wickets and Abrar Ahmed another four to guide Pakistan to a 127-run win on the third day of the first Test against West Indies in Multan on Sunday.
Israel says Gaza ceasefire begins after delay
03:52 PM, 19 Jan 2025 SundayIsrael on Sunday said a truce with Hamas began in Gaza at 0915 GMT, nearly three hours after initially scheduled, following a last-minute delay on the orders of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
ACC raids SK Sur's house, seizes Tk 1.75 lakh
03:45 PM, 19 Jan 2025 SundayThe Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has conducted a raid on the Dhanmondi residence of Sitanshu Kumar Sur Chowdhury, former Deputy Governor of Bangladesh Bank, seizing Tk 1.75 lakh in cash.
Man who stabbed Saif Ali Khan arrested after over 70 hours
03:37 PM, 19 Jan 2025 SundayA man was arrested from Maharashtra's Thane early Sunday for allegedly attacking Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan in his Mumbai residence, the Indian police said.
Hamas publishes names of 3 Israeli captives to be freed
02:57 PM, 19 Jan 2025 SundayHamas released the names of the three Israeli captives to be freed on the first day of the implementation of the ceasefire deal in Gaza, a Hamas spokesperson said in a post on Telegram...
Yunus asks Argentina to transform footballing emotion into trade ties
02:50 PM, 19 Jan 2025 SundayChief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Sunday urged Argentina to build on the emotional footballing ties that Bangladesh has with the country to increase bilateral cooperation in different fields, including trade.
Mild to moderate cold wave in 2 districts
02:42 PM, 19 Jan 2025 SundayA mild to moderate cold wave is sweeping over Panchagarh and Kurigram on Sunday, January 19, and it may continue the new two days, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, BMD...
Border will be secure, even if there’s bloodshed: Home Adviser
02:41 PM, 19 Jan 2025 SundayHome Affairs Adviser Lieutenant General (retd) Jahangir Alam Chowdhury has reiterated the government’s unwavering commitment to securing Bangladesh's borders, saying, “Even if blood is shed, the border will remain secure.”
Deadly strikes on Gaza after Israel says ceasefire delayed
02:15 PM, 19 Jan 2025 SundayGaza's civil defence rescuers said Israeli strikes killed eight people on Sunday after Israel said a ceasefire in its war with Hamas was delayed at the last minute on orders of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu...