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Biotechnology can help boost food production: Matia

Dhaka, May 25: Agriculture minister Matia Chowdhury, on Saturday, said biotechnology can play a key role in increasing agricultural production and address environmental concerns."In the era of globalisation, biotechnology... Read more

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No Magura-style election again in the country: PM

Dhaka, May 25: Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, on Saturday, asserted that her government will arrange an election, where the people's verdict would be reflected. She also said no elections, like the ones held at Magura and on... Read more

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20 RMG units closed after workers-police clash

DHAKA, MAY 25: Twenty garment factories were closed down in Ashulia Industrial Area on Saturday as workers clashed with police while demonstrating for realization of their demands. The clash left at least 50 garment workers... Read more

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No alternative to talks, says Ershad

DHAKA, MAY 25: Jatiya Party (JP) Chairman HM Ershad on Saturday said, a serious situation is prevailing in the country and there is no alternative to dialogue to get rid of this condition. Read more

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Gazprom lets down govt; plans to boost gas output jeopardised

Dhaka, May 25: The government's plans to increase gas production by 300 mmcf, from the existing fields, has been jeopardised as the Russian oil giant Gazprom has not fulfilled its contractual obligations to implement... Read more

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