February2025
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Japan records biggest jump in foreign workers
Feb 1, 2025As the nation looks to solve labor shortages made worse by its aging population, government data released Friday revealed that Japan recorded its largest annual increase in foreign workers since records began. According to labor ministry... -
German unemployment nears 3 mn as economic woes weigh
Feb 1, 2025In yet another indication of weakness for Europe’s struggling top economy, official figures released Friday indicated that the number of unemployed people in Germany increased to nearly three million in January. After being stable for several... -
Telecom giant Nokia says net profit rose 89% in 2024
Feb 1, 2025With revenues soaring in the last three months of 2024, the Finnish telecom equipment behemoth Nokia announced on Thursday an 89 percent increase in net profit for the year. In the fourth quarter of 2023, Nokia... -
Nicaragua Congress boosts powers of president, wife
Feb 1, 2025According to the legislature, Nicaragua’s Congress approved a constitutional amendment on Thursday that would give strongman Daniel Ortega’s wife the title of “co-president” and all governmental authority. The amendment was suggested by Ortega, who is under... -
Taskforce suggests traffic signalling automation
Feb 1, 2025To improve traffic management and reduce congestion, a committee has suggested installing an automated traffic signaling system in the city. “Introducing an automatic traffic signalling system is a fundamental prerequisite for any major city worldwide, yet... -
Planning Adviser hands over taskforce’s report to CA
Feb 1, 2025Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus received the report of a taskforce on “Re-strategizing the Economy and Mobilising Resources for Equitable and Sustainable Development” today from Education and Planning Adviser Professor Wahiduddin Mahmud. According to Chief Adviser’s... -
Saudia’s fleet expansion to offer more flights between Bangladesh, SA
Feb 1, 2025Saudia Airlines plans to expand its fleet by 118 new aircrafts will enhance connectivity between Saudi Arabia and Bangladesh, offering more flight options and supporting growing travel demand. “With a significant number of Bangladeshi passengers traveling... -
Govt utters warning against attempts to oppress any citizen
Feb 1, 2025The interim government today warned of stern actions against any attempt to discriminate against or oppress any group of citizens. “The interim government will take stern actions against any attempt to discriminate against or oppress any... -
CA to open Amar Ekushey Book Fair tomorrow
Feb 1, 2025Tomorrow marks the start of the month-long Amar Ekushey Book exhibition-2025 on the grounds of the Bangla Academy and Suhrawardy Udyan. The nation’s largest book exhibition will be inaugurated by Chief Adviser Prof. Muhammad Yunus. “Chief...