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Govt moves to fully digitize Security Clearance through BIDA OSS

The process of delivering security clearances for work permits of foreign investors and expatriates will be fully digitized through BIDA’s Online One Stop Service (OSS) portal by mid-September. The decision was announced at a high-level inter-agency meeting chaired by BIDA Executive Chairman Mr. Ashik Chowdhury and joined by Senior Secretary of the Ministry of Home Affairs Mr. Nasimul Gani on Tuesday. Key decisions reached in the meeting include: • The service delivery processes for security clearance will be fully digitalized through BIDA OSS. • Documentation requirements for security clearance have been rationalized to ensure that the process is in line with the Security Clearance circular issued by the Home Ministry. In cases where an application with all mandatory documents is sub...

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Call for Global Unity to Address Climate Crisis: Everyone took the climate protection pledge together

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Yesterday, a unique day-long event titled “Biophilia: Reconnecting People, Climate and Culture” took place at a convention center in Dhaka. The event was organized by the Embassy of Switzerland and was a part of the 'Climate Action at Local Level' (CALL) program. Honourable Advisor to the interim government's Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Syeda Rizwana Hasan, in her inaugural address stated, “Knowledge-based initiatives and global unity and empathy are crucial to tackling the climate crisis. We have limited time and resources, so we must act together. This crisis isn’t just about survival; it’s also about the security of future generations and the existence of many nations.” A key part of the day was the official launch of the CALL network, a joint initiative b...

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Environment Advisor Urges Use of Jute Bags Instead of Polythene

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Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Adviser to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and the Ministry of Water Resources, has urged the public to use affordable jute bags instead of banned polythene shopping bags. She said the government has undertaken an initiative to provide jute bags at subsidized prices to promote their use as an alternative to polythene for environmental protection. She emphasized that public participation is essential to make this initiative successful. She also warned that no leniency would be shown if banned polythene is found; confiscation and legal action will follow, with regular market inspections to enforce the ban. She made these remarks while speaking as the Chief Guest at the inauguration of the program “Marketing of Affordable Eco-Friendly Jute Bags A...

Aug282025 by No Comments

SAARC Workshop Stresses Roadmap for Regional Food Fortification and Trade Growth

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The inaugural session of the SAARC regional consultation workshop titled “Fostering Regional Agricultural Trade including Fortified Foods through Harmonized Food Safety Standards in South Asia” was held on 27 August 2025 in Kathmandu, Nepal. The three-day workshop is jointly organized by the SAARC Agriculture Centre (SAC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, Government of Nepal, and the UNICEF Regional Office for South Asia. Delegates from six SAARC Member States namely Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka are participating in the event. The workshop aims to identify opportunities for regional harmonization of standards for fortified foods to enhance trade and effectively address micronutrient deficiencies in South Asia...

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JICA organizes training program for Japanese teachers in Bangladesh

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The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) successfully hosted the ‘Overseas Training for Teachers’ in Bangladesh from August 5 to 13, 2025. Through firsthand visits to a developing country, the training aimed to help Japanese teachers and educators understand the education landscape in developing countries and the increasingly expanding field of international cooperation. In the recently held program, participants expressed a stronger interest in strengthening Japan-Bangladesh relations through education and exchange. Launched 40 years ago, the Overseas Training for Teachers is a year-long program for Japanese teachers and other education staff interested in development education and international understanding. The program includes pre-departure training in Japan, 1–2 weeks of ...

Aug202025 by No Comments

Habitat Protection, Corridor Restoration, and Awareness Essential for Elephant Conservation: Advisor Syeda Rizwana Hasan

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Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Honorable Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and the Ministry of Water Resources, has emphasized that the conservation of elephants requires the protection of their natural habitats. She stated that planting elephant-friendly trees, identifying and preserving elephant corridors, conducting surveys to determine the exact elephant population, and taking effective measures to reduce human-elephant conflict are now urgent priorities. Speaking as the Chief Guest at a discussion organized on the occasion of World Elephant Day 2025 at the Forest Department headquarters (Bon Bhaban) on Wednesday, the Advisor further said that controlling captive elephants, raising awareness among rural communities, and ensuring sustainable habitats for elephan...

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SAARC Workshop on Agricultural Biosecurity for Plant Health in South Asia

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The SAARC Agriculture Centre (SAC) has started a three-day regional workshop on “Agricultural Biosecurity for Plant Health in South Asia” on Tuesday (19 August 2025) in virtual mode. The event brings together experts, policymakers and researchers to discuss major challenges of plant health and transboundary biosecurity in the SAARC states. The inaugural session was graced by Ambassador Abdul Motaleb Sarker, Additional Foreign Secretary (SAARC & BIMSTEC), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dhaka, who joined as the Chief Guest. He emphasized the importance of collective regional action to safeguard agriculture from pests and diseases that threaten food security and trade across South Asia. Dr. Md. Harunur Rashid, Director of SAC, welcomed the participants and chaired the technical sessio...

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Kazi Shah Muzakker Ahmadul Hoque Appointed as Honorary Consul of Croatia

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Kazi Shah Muzakker Ahmadul Hoque has been appointed as the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Croatia to Bangladesh. On May 29, 2025, the Honorable President of Croatia, Mr. Zoran Milanović, officially conferred this responsibility upon him. Subsequently, the Government of Bangladesh has granted him the Exequatur, thereby formally recognizing his appointment and authorizing him to carry out the responsibilities entrusted by Croatia on 18th August, 2025 . In response to his appointment, Kazi Shah Muzakker Ahmadul Hoque stated, “This appointment is not only an honor but also a profound responsibility. I hope to contribute towards strengthening the bonds of friendship, cooperation, and mutual development between Bangladesh and Croatia.” Croatia is a picturesque country in Southeast E...

Aug172025 by No Comments

DoE Enforcement Drives: Fines and Warnings Issued Against Black Smoke, Noise Pollution, Banned Polythene, and Air Pollution

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The Department of Environment (DoE) today conducted multiple mobile court drives in Dhaka and Bandarban, taking immediate action against black smoke emissions, noise pollution, banned polythene, and air pollution caused by construction materials. Two mobile court drives were carried out in Bandarban and Chawkbazar Imamganj of Dhaka against the production and use of banned polythene. In these drives, one case was filed, a fine of Tk. 500 was realized, and 2 kg of polythene was seized. Several supermarket and shop owners were cautioned, and awareness leaflets were distributed among the public. In Dhaka’s Manik Mia Avenue, a mobile court fined a total of Tk. 14,000 in five cases for excessive black smoke emissions from vehicles and issued warnings to several drivers. In another drive co...

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Pakistan High Commission Dhaka marks Independence Day with the spirit of Marka-e- Haq

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A flag hoisting ceremony was held at the Pakistan High Commission, Dhaka this morning to celebrate the 78th Independence Day Anniversary of Pakistan. Pakistan’s High Commissioner (Designate) to Bangladesh, Mr. Imran Haider hoisted the national flag to the tune of the national anthem. The ceremony was well attended by members of the Pakistani community in Bangladesh, Pakistani students, members of local media, academia, thinktanks and staff of the High Commission. Special messages from the President, the Prime Minister and the Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister of Pakistan were read out on the occasion. In their messages, the leadership congratulated the nation on the occasion of the Independence Day and paid tributes to Father of the Nation, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Allama ...