DWASA signs deal on Padma water treatment

The Dhaka Water Supply and Sewerage Authority on Tuesday signed a deal with a Chinese company on implementing the Padma Water Treatment Plant Project with a view to mitigating water crisis in the capital. Full story

CMCSU poll on Oct 11

The election to Chittagong Medical College Student Union is going to be held on October 11 amid apprehension of unrest among rival groups over the election. The college principal, Professor Selim Mohammad... Full story

Auto-rickshaw drivers threaten agitation

Drivers of CNG-run auto-rickshaws on Tuesday warned that they would go for tougher movement if the government would not meet their 12-point demand. At a meeting, Dhaka district Auto-Rickshaw, Auto-Tempo... Full story

Socio-political empowerment stressed for women leadership

Socio-political empowerment and change in mindset is essential for women leadership development and end to gender discrimination, said participants in a training workshop on Tuesday in Barisal. Full story

JBFH to hold weeklong awareness programme

The Japan Bangladesh Friendship Hospital is going to organise a weeklong programme to make children aware about cardiovascular diseases. The programme will also mark World... Full story

Registration for RUET admission test begins Oct 4

Registration for first year admission tests under 2012-13 academic session at Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology will begin on October 4 and continue till October 18. Full story

Change in temperature unlikely

Light to moderate rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty or squally wind is likely at many places over Chittagong division and at a few places over Dhaka, Rangpur, Barisal and Sylhet... Full story