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Moscow ends self-proclaimed ceasefire

Russia's overnight bombing of regions in eastern Ukraine killed at least one, local officials said on Sunday, after Moscow ended a self-declared Christmas ceasefire and vowed to push on with combat until it reaches a victory over its neighbour.

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Plumes of smoke rise from a Russian strike during a 36-hour ceasefire over Orthodox Christmas declared by Russian President Vladimir Putin, as Russia's attack on Ukraine continues, from the frontline Donbas city of Bakhmut, Ukraine, January 7, 2023 Reuters

China ends quarantine for overseas travellers

China lifted quarantine requirements for inbound travellers on Sunday, ending almost three years of self-imposed isolation even as the country battles a surge in Covid-19 cases.

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Hong Kong residents queue at the Lok Ma Chau checkpoint at the Shenzhen border crossing with mainland China in Hong Kong on January 8, 2023 AFP

Commerce Ministry tells BB to set quota of dollar for Ramadan imports

The Commerce Ministry on Thursday requested the Bangladesh Bank to keep a quota of the US dollar to facilitate import of six essential commodities to ensure smooth supply of the goods during Ramadan later this year.

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E-gates at Sylhet airport to open for passengers Sunday

The authorities of Sylhet Osmani International Airport have completed all preparations for opening six electronic gates at the airport to make the immigration process faster and improve the quality of services.

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Child patients rise at hospitals as cold wave continues in Bangladesh

Children in the northern region of Bangladesh have been catching cold-related diseases at an alarming rate amid the ongoing cold wave and foggy conditions.

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What message does BB give by increasing the loan write-off ceiling?

Bangladesh Bank again chose to relieve banks from the liabilities of default loan recovery by finding a solution to the rising number of default loans and pending cases with the Artha Rin Adalat (money loan court) in the country.

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