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Legacy of Palpali Dhaka: Nepal's hand-spun heritage fabric weaves its way
Updated : 4 months, 1 week ago IST
Folklore links the name 'Dhaka' to the Bangladeshi capital. According to one popular belief, Dambar Kumari, the daughter of Prime Minister Junga Bahadur Rana, who lived in Banaras (Varanasi) during the 19th century, was fond of a fine and colourful fabric known as Chamua Dhaka, woven in Dhak
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Deepika Kumari, Jyothi Surekha Vennam to lead India at Asian Archery Champ
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Olympian Deepika Kumari and and Asian Games champion Jyothi Surekha Vennam will spearhead India's 16-member squad for the upcoming Asian Archery Championships 2025 which will take place in Dhaka, Bangladesh from November 8 to 14.
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Interim government won't allow Zakir Naik to enter Bangladesh
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Quoting sources, the daily Prothom Alo reported that the meeting discussed the possible visit of Zakir Naik. "If Zakir Naik comes to Bangladesh, there will be a huge crowd. A large number of law enforcement personnel will be needed to control the crowd. There is no opportunity to deploy so m
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Dhaka takes note of Indian remarks on Zakir Naik's possible visit
Updated : 4 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The interim government of Bangladesh, led by Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus, has not stated whether the country will permit Zakir Naik to visit.
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Bangladesh CID declares Sheikh Hasina, 260 others fugitives in sedition ca
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of Bangladesh had issued a notice declaring the ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and 260 others as fugitives in a sedition case linked to the "Joy Bangla Brigade" platform, as reported by the Dhaka Tribune.
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Bangladesh minority alliance expresses concerns over propaganda against IS
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Using this incident as a pretext, they are inciting hatred against the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) and targeting the Hindu community with threats of killing, temple vandalism, and destruction of deities. This has created severe fear, anxiety, and insecurity among
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Salim Chowdhury's Europa Group: Pioneering Cold Chain Innovation and Agri-
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Dhaka [Bangladesh], October 28: What began as a vision to modernize agricultural infrastructure in Bangladesh has today grown into one of South Asia's most respected integrated agribusiness and cold-chain enterprises. Mr. Salim Chowdhury, a visionary entrepreneur and founder of Europa Group,
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Bangladesh court to deliver verdict on Sheikh Hasina's alleged crimes on N
Updated : 4 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Former PM Sheikh Hasina is facing trial for crimes against humanity for allegedly being part of torturing multiple people and orchestrating disappearances during the Awami League regime. Hasina was forced to flee after the student-led uprising in August 2024 ousted her. Afterwards, Nobel lau
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Bangladesh win toss, opts to bat against West Indies in 2nd ODI
Updated : 5 months ago IST
Bangladesh have won the toss and elected to bat first against West Indies in the second ODI in Dhaka on Tuesday.
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Shamar Joseph ruled out of Bangladesh series with 'discomfort in his shoul
Updated : 5 months ago IST
West Indies pace sensation Shamar Joseph, who was eyeing a return to international cricket this weekend after missing the Test tour of India, has suffered another setback due to discomfort in his shoulder. The 26-year-old, who was part of the ODI squad in Dhaka, has now been ruled out of the
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Bangladesh garment exporters fear USD 1 billion losses after massive airpo
Updated : 5 months ago IST
Garment exporters in Bangladesh are bracing for losses of up to USD 1 billion following a massive fire that tore through the cargo complex at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, just as the industry enters its busiest export season, Al Jazeera reported.
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Fire breaks out at Dhaka Airport, all flight operations suspended
Updated : 5 months ago IST
Authorities said there were no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
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