Hasina in parliament defends power plant capacity charge
She asks if there is any country that does not pay capacity charge to power stationsPrime Minister Sheikh Hasina has challenged the criticism of capacity charges in the power sector by asking if any country does not pay the charge to electricity producers. A capacity charge is a fee paid to ensure that the electricity is available when needed, such as during peak periods. He said the capacity charges are forcing the government to subsidise the power sector and to cut the subsidies, it is raising electricity prices frequently. In her closing remarks in the current parliament’s second session, Hasina said: “Is there any country that signed a power plant construction agreement without a capacity charge? Please show me.”She said the Special Provision Act for the power stations was passed to give free reins to the private sector.
Source:bd News24
May 09, 2024 20:49 UTC
Hasina asks finance ministry to enlist SoEs in capital market
She asks the Finance Division and the finance secretary to select themPrime Minister Sheikh Hasina has instructed the finance ministry to enlist the potential state-owned enterprises or SoEs, and government entities for going public to strengthen Bangladesh's capital market. After the meeting, Planning Division Senior Secretary Satyajit Karmakar told reporters that the prime minister did not specify the names of the SoEs, but asked the Finance Division and the finance secretary to carefully choose SoEs and relevant government enterprises before enlisting them in the capital market, according to the report. Planning Minister Abdul Mannan described it as a crucial decision, stating that it would boost the competitiveness of government enterprises, allowing them to reduce their expenses over time. He highlighted that this move would foster a culture of competition and enable SoEs to fund projects independently. Mannan added that a specific timeframe would be allocated for government enterprises and entities to join the capital market and compete with private companies.
Source:bd News24
May 09, 2024 20:28 UTC
MaxBotix Launches RangeTrack: Simplifying Ultrasonic Sensor Integration With USB Connection
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May 09, 2024 20:26 UTC
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May 09, 2024 19:05 UTC
Siyata Mobile to Showcase PTT Solutions at Critical Communications World 2024 May 14-16 at Dubai World Trade Centre
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May 09, 2024 18:33 UTC
BJC doctor, nurse on kidney transplant system becoming more equitable in St. Louis
Dr. Jason Wellen, surgical director of the kidney and pancreas program, and Jane Hughes, transplant coordinator at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, speak about the process used to go through the records of 318 Black patients to see if a race-neutral calculation of past lab results would help them move up the waiting list for kidney transplants on Thursday, May 2, 2024. Video by Vanessa Abbitt, vabbitt@post-dispatch.comAs featured on Black patients move up waitlist for kidney transplants as biased formulas end After a racially biased organ test is scrapped, transplant centers scramble to remedy past wrongs.
Source:Daily Sun
May 09, 2024 17:39 UTC
Three policemen killed in bomb attack in Afghanistan
Three policemen killed in bomb attack in AfghanistanFAIZABAD, May 9, 2024 (BSS/AFP) - Three policemen were killed and five werewounded on Wednesday when a bomb was detonated next to a security convoytasked with clearing illegal poppy crops in northeastern Afghanistan, theinterior ministry said. The Islamic State in Khorasan Province (IS-K), a branch of the Islamic Stategroup active in Afghanistan and Pakistan, claimed responsibility for theattack. The explosion comes days after Taliban security officials and residentsclashed over the violent clearance of poppy crops in two Badakhshandistricts, leaving two dead and sparking rare protests. An AFP journalist saw Taliban authorities searching homes and detainingdozens of people near the scene. However, a number of armed groups, including the Islamic State group, remaina threat, with regular reports of explosions that go unconfirmed byauthorities.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
May 09, 2024 16:54 UTC
Australia, Tuvalu to launch climate and security pact this year
SYDNEY, May 9, 2024 (BSS/AFP) - Australia and Tuvalu said Thursday they have agreed to launch a landmark climate and security pact this year, after smoothing over the Pacific island's sovereignty misgivings. The pact also commits Australia to defending Tuvalu in the face of natural disasters, health pandemics and "military aggression", but only upon its request for aid. It is being pursued at a time of heightened concern among Western allies about China's expanding security ties with Pacific island states. But Tuvalu's government had raised concerns about a clause saying it must "mutually agree" with Australia on any security or defence deal with other countries. Before the treaty enters into force, Tuvalu and Australia said they would submit it to further parliamentary scrutiny and public consultation.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
May 09, 2024 15:58 UTC
As Businesses Struggle With Greater AV Demands, Level 3 Audiovisual Provides Strategic Solution
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May 09, 2024 13:54 UTC
Australia's Head says IPL form no guarantee for World Cup success
Sunrisers Hyderabad batsman Head has scored 533 runs in 11 IPL matches so far, with only Virat Kohli (542) and Ruturaj Gaikwad (541) above him, and the 30-year-old's aggressive approach has marked him out as one to watch at the June 1-29 World Cup. "Whenever you're playing, you want to be as consistent as you can, you want to be getting runs. It's nice to be playing well (but) that's not going to guarantee anything in the West Indies," Head told reporters. "I'm very pleased I was able to play spin tonight and the things I'm working on in training are somewhat working at the moment. But I'm trying to stay relaxed as I have done for the last couple of years and be ready to go."
Source:bd News24
May 09, 2024 13:22 UTC
Mother, daughter found dead in Dohar
Police recovered the bodies of a mother and her toddler daughter from their house in Dohar upazila in Dhaka. The deceased were identified as Kajal Akter, 25, wife of migrant Sirajul Sheikh and her toddler daughter Tabassum. We recovered the bodies around 4:30 pm.”Police brought carpenters and broke into Kajal’s room, said SI Mintu. In the note, Kajal requested that her body would not be sent for an autopsy and requested that she be buried at her father’s place. We believe that, as a result, she strangled her toddler daughter and then committed suicide,” said SI Mintu.
Source:bd News24
May 09, 2024 12:54 UTC
Three killed in clash over autorickshaw stand in Habiganj
At least three people have been killed and more than 50 injured in a clash between rival groups over the control of an autorickshaw stand at Baniachong Upazila in Habiganj. The deceased are Siraj Mia, Abdul Quadir and Lilu Mia. Badir Mia, manager of the stand at Agua Bazar, and autorickshaw driver Quadir had an altercation that resulted in the clash, said Palash. Quadir and Siraj died at the scene while several of the injured were taken to Habiganj District Sadar Modern Hospital in a critical condition, the officer said. One of them, Lilu Mia, was declared dead on arrival at the hospital, he said.
Source:bd News24
May 09, 2024 12:28 UTC
Aziz Mohammad, 2 others jailed for life over 1998 murder of actor Sohel Chowdhury
A Dhaka court has sentenced three people, including controversial businessman Aziz Mohammad BhaiakaAbdul Aziz, to life in prison in a case over the murder of actor Sohel Chowdhury, a cinema star from the 1990s. His brother, Touhidul Islam Chowdhury, filed a murder case at Gulshan Police Station the same day. After theactor’smurder,it was allegedthat Aziz Mohammad was involved in the incident. The actor had an altercation with Aziz Mohammad a few months before the murder. The High Court later paused the proceedings in 2004.
Source:bd News24
May 09, 2024 11:41 UTC
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May 09, 2024 11:03 UTC
Mayor Brandon Scott's anti-violence seeds are bearing fruit
I first moved to Baltimore City in 1989 for work, and have been here ever since. Each tried to address violent crime with a variety of approaches and, at best, temporary results. I recently saw the documentary “The Body Politic” at the Senator Theatre, which follows Mayor Scott’s first years in office and his approach to addressing violent crime. The film and Mayor Scott also spoke of the value of therapy, which many offenders could benefit from. My endorsement will not have an impact, but I wholeheartedly endorse Mayor Brandon Scott for Mayor.
Source:Daily Sun
May 09, 2024 10:45 UTC