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Rajuk moves to ensure prompt services
The Rajdhani Unnayan Kartripakkha has published a brochure to bring in dynamism and transparency in the organisation, widely blamed for corruption, mismanagement and irregularities. The brochure will help people know the mode of operations and deadline for services at its three departments — town planning, plan approval and estate, a Rajuk official said...[ + ]
Call for integrated plan to end
water logging in southwest
Speakers at a seminar in the Khulna city on Saturday demanded an integrated plan to put an end to water logging in the south-western region of the country. They also demanded better coordination among the government organisations and local government bodies to protect the environment...[ + ]
MSC firm
on track
Dhaka Mohammedan Sporting Club took a step closer to the B league title by defeating Brothers Union 1-0 at the Bangabandhu National Stadium on Saturday. Nigerian midfielder Emeka Christian scored the match winner in the 65th minute of the game. He was also the scorer in their 1-0 win against the Gopibagh outfit in first phase...[ + ]
Anderson earns England lead
James Anderson took a Test-best five for 42 as England took charge of the first Test against India at Lord’s here Saturday. Anderson, playing his first Test since January’s final Ashes clash in Sydney and his first at home since 2004, led the way as India were bowled out for 201 to give England a first innings lead of 97...[ + ]
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