Kamil Master's exam results published
The Islamic Arabic University has published results for the 2024 Kamil Master's examination, held nationwide from May 4 to 23 across 51 centers.
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Kamil exam results published
The Islamic Arabic University has published results for the 2024 Kamil Master's examination, held nationwide on May 4 across 51 centers in six subject areas.
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Woman killed by train in Chuadanga
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PM warns against street chaos as 10-year power crisis plan heads to parliament
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Government to help youth farm fish in unused water bodies, PM says
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Lithuania eyes investment in Bangladesh's ICT and fintech sectors
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Eleven Awami League-backed union council members join BNP
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PM congratulates Tigers on historic Test win over Australia
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