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Govt fully prepared to prevent measles, vaccination from Sunday: health minister
Millat optimistic about HSIA third terminal deal tomorrow
Millat optimistic about HSIA third terminal deal tomorrow
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Energy Ministry instructs DCs to ensure diesel supply to farmers
2.5 lakh metric tons of fuel in stock
2.5 lakh metric tons of fuel in stock
Health Minister inaugurates new outpatient unit at Bangladesh Shishu Hospital
Health Minister inaugurates new outpatient unit at Bangladesh Shishu Hospital
Pakistan high commissioner meets cultural affairs minister
Pakistan high commissioner meets cultural affairs minister
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BNP candidate Rubel passes busy times in polls campaign for Sherpur-3
BNP candidate Rubel passes busy times in polls campaign for Sherpur-3
SHERPUR, April 2, 2026 (BSS) - BNP-nominated candidate and former parliamentarian Mahmudul Haque Rubel has been passing busy times in campaigning for Sherpur-3 (Sreebardi-Jhenaigati)constituency by-election slated for April 9.  The parliamentary seat fall vacant following the death of Jamaat-e-Islami candidate Nuruzzaman Badal on February 4. As part of his campaign, he held a public meeting and election rally this afternoon at Kangsha union under Jhenaigati upazila. Earlier, leaders and activists from different wards of the union joined the rally. Addressing the gathering as the chief guest, Rubel said that if BNP wins from Sherpur-3, steps will be taken to resolve crisis of wild elephant attack in the hilly areas of the constituency.  He also pledged to improve road communication, ensure safe drinking water, and create employment opportunities for unemployed men and women. He called upon party people to work unitedly to ensure the victory of the party’s electoral symbol ‘Sheaf of Paddy’. In the constituency, Jamaat candidate Masudur Rahman is contesting with the Daripalla symbol, while Bangladesh Samajtantrik Dal (Marxist) candidate Mohammad Mizanur Rahman is contesting with the Kanchi (Paddy Cutter)”symbol. District Election Officer Mohammad Jahangir Hossain said that a total of 413,377 voters will exercise their right of franchise at 128 polling centres in 17 unions and one Purashava under the two upazilas of the constituency.  On the election day, magistrates with judicial powers, along with the army, BGB, RAB and police, will remain deployed with full preparation.
Farmers are backbone of nation: Aman
Farmers are backbone of nation: Aman
Indian national arrested with diamonds worth Tk 6.62 crore in Jashore
Indian national arrested with diamonds worth Tk 6.62 crore in Jashore
Putin, Saudi prince seek more efforts to end Mideast war
Putin, Saudi prince seek more efforts to end Mideast war
MOSCOW, April 2, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday called for intensifying political and diplomatic efforts to end the Middle East war during a phone call with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. "Both sides emphasised the need for a rapid cessation of hostilities and the intensification of political and diplomatic efforts to achieve a long-term settlement of the conflict," the Kremlin said in a read-out of the call. The call comes after Ukraine signed an air defence deal with Saudi Arabia as the Gulf nation grapples with Iranian drone attacks.  
People are ultimate source of power: PM
People are ultimate source of power: PM
Govt sets 180-day action plan to implement election pledges, PM tells JS
Govt sets 180-day action plan to implement election pledges, PM tells JS
Don't involve in politics during sports life, PM urges athletes 
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PM issues directives to BNP MPs to vitalize parliament 
PM issues directives to BNP MPs to vitalize parliament 
Export earnings show resilience amid global volatility
Export earnings show resilience amid global volatility
DHAKA, April 2, 2026 (BSS) – Bangladesh’s merchandise export sector has demonstrated significant underlying strength despite a tightening global economic environment, recording total earnings of $3.48 billion for the month of March 2026.  Cumulative export figures for the first three quarters of the 2025–26 fiscal year (July–March) reached $35.39 billion. While these figures reflect a moderate contraction compared to the previous fiscal year, the apparel sector continues to serve as the nation’s primary economic engine, maintaining substantial export volumes even as international consumer demand faces unprecedented geopolitical pressure. The export performance for March 2026 remained largely stable on a month-on-month basis, showing only a marginal dip of 0.42% compared to February.  However, broader year-on-year metrics indicate a more pronounced decline, largely attributed to high-base effects from the previous year and shifting global market conditions. Exports reached $35.39 billion during the July–March period of FY 2025–26, reflecting a moderate contraction of 4.85% compared to $37.19 billion recorded during the same period of the previous fiscal year. From a year-on-year perspective, exports in March 2026 amounted to $3.48 billion, compared to $4.25 billion in March 2025. Despite the decline, the export volume remains substantial, underscoring the sector’s underlying strength amid ongoing global economic adjustments. As Bangladesh’s export performance is largely driven by the apparel sector, fluctuations in this segment significantly influence overall export trends. On a year-on-year basis, apparel exports declined by 19.35%, decreasing from $3.45 billion in March 2025 to $2.78 billion in March 2026.  During July–March period of FY 2025–26, the sector recorded exports of $28.58 billion, reflecting a 5.51% decline compared to $30.24 billion in the corresponding period of FY 2024–25. Among major export sectors, most experienced negative growth compared to the same period of the previous fiscal year, with the exception of frozen and live fish, leather and leather goods, and engineering products, which registered positive performance. The overall export performance has been influenced by multiple external factors, including geopolitical tensions such as the US–Israel and Iran conflict, which has contributed to energy market volatility and instability in the Gulf region, as well as the prolonged Ukraine–Russia war, which has driven inflationary pressures and reduced purchasing power in key export destinations, including the European Union, the United States, and Southeast Asian markets.  These developments have led to slower demand, along with the postponement and cancellation of export orders.  
Muktadir urges Japan to increase investment in SEZs, infrastructure
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British Council, UGC discuss co-operation to strengthen higher education
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HEAT project implementation progress moderately satisfactory’: World Bank
Disabled people get assistive devices in Rangpur
Disabled people get assistive devices in Rangpur
RANGPUR, April 2, 2026 (BSS) – Assistive devices were distributed among  18 disabled people in a function held at the Gangachara Upazila Parishad premises of the district to increase their mobility and communication capabilities this  afternoon.   The assistive devices included four wheelchairs, 11 hearing aids, one pair of axillaries crutches, one elbow crutch and two four-pole sticks.    In addition, packets of four types of vegetable seeds were also distributed among the beneficiaries.    Gram Bikash Kendra (GBK), an NGO, in collaboration with the European Union and Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF) distributed the assistance under the “Pathways to Prosperity for Extremely Poor People (PPEPP) project.    Gangachara Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Jasmine Akhter distributed the assistive devices among 18 physically challenged people of Gangachara Sadar and Alambiditor Unions of Gangachara upazila in the function as the chief guest.   Gangachara  Upazila Agriculture Officer Krishibid Md Rubel Hussaine, Upazila Cooperative Officer Mohammad Aftabuzzaman, Upazila Project Implementation Officer Md Sajibul Karim, Project Coordinator Md Shamsur Rahman, Programme Officer (Livelihood) Md Asaduzzaman attended the programme as special guests.   The assistive devices have been distributed among a total of 18 disabled people from Gangachara and Alambiditor Unions of the upazila to increase their mobility and communication abilities.    Addressing the occasion, the chief guest said that such initiatives will play an important role in making the disabled people self-reliant and will help improve their quality of life.  
Sports festival for children with autism held in Rangpur
Sports festival for children with autism held in Rangpur
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AI-generated video falsely attributing remarks to PM Tarique Rahman identified: BanglaFact
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FactWatch debunks claim of anti-discrimination student leader's arrest
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AI-generated images falsely used to claim real-life extortion incidents:  BanglaFact
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Nepali video falsely circulated against BNP: BanglaFact
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Health Minister inaugurates new outpatient unit at Bangladesh Shishu Hospital
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