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Agriculture sector gets higher allocation in FY26-27 budget

The government has proposed increasing allocation for the agriculture sector by Tk 6,209 crore in the FY2026-27 budget, underscoring its focus on food security, agricultural productivity and rural development. The

South Asia monsoon risks both floods and drought, say experts

South Asian communities face ‘serious hazards’ from intense rains this season, even though the approaching monsoon is expected to bring lower than normal rains overall, risking drought, experts warned on

World Cup blends soccer with global music stars

The World Cup isn’t only about soccer: FIFA is drawing on music stars to elevate the competition into a global cultural event, broadening its reach beyond sports fans. From world-famous

Number of forcibly displaced people drops to 118 million, says UNHCR annual report

The number of forcibly displaced people dropped for the first time in a decade last year, as more opted to return home despite often unsafe and unstable conditions, the United

US, Iran launch fresh attacks against each other fading hopes for quick peace

The United States launched fresh attacks against Iran on Thursday, prompting Tehran to retaliate, as US leaders accused their counterparts of dragging out negotiations for a deal to end the

Gold prices drop to Tk 2.18 lakh per bhori

Prices of gold in Bangladesh have been reduced for the fourth consecutive time, with the Bangladesh Jeweller’s Association cutting the rate of 22-carat gold by Tk 4,432 per bhori (11.664

Pakistan engaged in US-Iran mediation, says ministry

Pakistan’s foreign ministry said Thursday the country’s leaders were still engaged in mediation efforts to end the US-Iran war despite a surge in conflict, calling for a ‘negotiated settlement’. ‘It

Govt proposes duty cut on baby food raw materials, medical devices

Baby food may become cheaper in the coming fiscal year as the government has proposed reducing the import duty on raw materials used in baby food preparations to 10 per