Education
Closure of educational institutions extended again until Oct 31
The government has again extended the closure of educational institutions, except Qawmi madrasas, until October 31 to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
HSC exam schedule to be announced Monday or Tuesday: Minister
The government is going to announce a fresh schedule for the long-stalled Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent examinations either on Monday or Tuesday next.
Govt to extend closure of educational institutions: Dipu Moni
Dhaka, Sep 30 (UNB) – With no improvement in sight in the coronavirus situation, the government has decided to extend the closure of educational institutions to prevent the spread of the virus, said Education Minister Dipu Moni.
Writ seeks stay on O, A-level exams
A writ petition was filed with the High Court on Sunday seeking a stay order on the O and A-level examinations scheduled to start on October 1.
Dr Ali Riaz establishes award for exceptional graduate students
Dr Ali Riaz, a distinguished professor at Illinois State University, has introduced an annual award Ali Riaz Graduate Student Award in the Department of Politics and Government which will recognize the best student in Comparative Politics and International Relations.
Bijon Kumar returns to Singapore
Noted microbiologist Bijon Kumar Sil, who led the researchers of Gonoshasthaya Kendra (GK) in inventing coronavirus rapid testing kits, returned to Singapore on Sunday due to work permit complications.
IU running without VC, treasurer
The academic and administrative activities at the Islamic University (IU) in Kushtia are being hampered badly as the posts of vice-chancellor and treasurer have remained vacant for one month, officials said.
DU students to get institutional email address
The Dhaka University Authorities have decided to provide all of their regular students with institutional email addresses.
No exemption for irregularities in universities: UGC chairman
Calling upon the vice-chancellors and registrars of public universities to work within the rules and regulations, University Grants Commission (UGC) Chairman Kazi Shahidullah on Tuesday said action will be taken if any kind of irregularities is detected.
UGC chairman for ensuring good governance at universities
Putting emphasis on discipline and quality administration in higher education UGC Chairman Professor Dr. Kazi Shahidullah said good governance must be established to take the higher education forward