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Allegations of drug dealers' patronage against BNP leader in Chatmohar; mass signature in protest

In Chatmohar Upazila of Pabna, local residents have conducted a mass signature program against former joint convener of Upazila BNP, VP Selim Reza, accusing him of patronizing drug dealers. The program was organized on Saturday (July 4) night at the Charpara Bottola area of the upazila to protest the allegations and highlight an anti-drug stance.

3 months ago 408 views

National

Normal delivery labor room mandatory, hospitals to be closed if not followed

Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Hossain has directed all private clinics and hospitals in the country to mandatorily set up labor rooms (delivery rooms) for normal deliveries. He also said that hiring trained midwives for normal delivery services will be made mandatory.

3 months ago 580 views

Country

Strict warning against drugs and extortionists: Selim Reza Habib

AKM Selim Reza Habib, Member of Parliament for Pabna-2 constituency, has announced a tough stance against drugs, terrorism, extortion and illegal occupation. He said there will be no place for drug users, drug sellers, terrorists, extortionists and land grabbers in his constituency. To curb these crimes, complaint boxes and a hotline will be launched, and legal action will be taken based on complaints.

3 months ago 442 views

Law Justice

Case petition against Dr. Yunus, former health adviser, and 4 others

A petition has been filed to file a case against Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus, former Health Adviser Nurjahan Begum, Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam, and former Director General of Health Services Dr. Md. Abu Jafar on charges of negligence of duty in the measles outbreak and child deaths.

3 months ago 564 views

Law Justice

Hearing concludes in case of Matiur, known for 'goat scandal'

The hearing on framing charges against former National Board of Revenue (NBR) official Matiur Rahman, known for the 'goat scandal', has concluded. He is accused of acquiring assets worth approximately Tk 5.5 crore beyond his known income. The court will deliver its order on July 21.

3 months ago 643 views

World

How Muslims came to Cape Verde

The number of Muslims in the Atlantic island nation of Cape Verde is very small. According to the 2021 national census, out of a population of about 505,000, the number of Muslims is approximately 4,900, which is about 1 percent of the total population.

3 months ago 1,077 views

Country

Direct Sylhet-Manchester flight resumes after long hiatus

After a long suspension, the direct Sylhet-Manchester flight has resumed. On Sunday (July 5) at 11:50 AM, Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight BG-208 landed at Sylhet MAG Osmani International Airport with 268 passengers. Among them, 227 disembarked in Sylhet, and the remaining 41 went to Dhaka.

3 months ago 771 views

National

Information Ministry's laws will be updated in line with digital reality: Information Minister

The government has taken initiatives to update the existing laws, rules, and policies of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting in line with the new realities created by the rapid development of technology and the expansion of the digital ecosystem, and to enact new laws where necessary. To this end, Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan has instructed the review of various international laws and the formulation of time-appropriate recommendations based on reality.

3 months ago 381 views

World

70 lakh people used Tehran metro to attend Khamenei's funeral

A record number of passengers was set on the Tehran metro during the funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iran's semi-official news agency Tasnim reported that more than 70 lakh people used the metro in just 13 hours and 30 minutes, from 5:30 PM Saturday to 7:00 AM Sunday.

3 months ago 568 views

Football

Argentina in fitness worry before match against Egypt

Argentina is worried about fitness ahead of their World Cup round of 16 match against Egypt. In the extra-time match against Cape Verde, several key players suffered from muscle strains and physical fatigue. Report by TYC Sports.

3 months ago 630 views

Football

Messi stands with Venezuela earthquake victims, Ronaldo also expresses condolences

Despite a busy World Cup schedule, Argentina captain Lionel Messi has expressed condolences and solidarity with the people of Venezuela affected by the devastating earthquake.

3 months ago 589 views

National

Commemorative stamp unveiled on National Rural Development Day

Prime Minister Tarek Rahman inaugurated a commemorative postage stamp on the occasion of National Rural Development Day-2026, with the theme 'Developed Village, Prosperous Country—Bangladesh First'.

3 months ago 512 views

National

President advocates following 'Bangladesh Doctrine' to enhance defense capability

President Md. Sahabuddin said the reputation of the Bangladesh Army is well-established internationally. Prioritizing the 'Bangladesh Doctrine' in determining national security strategy, the country's defense system is being further modernized and strengthened.

3 months ago 393 views

National

Secretariat in new security framework, 82 police members transferred

As part of the restructuring of the state security system after the July mass uprising, the government has taken initiative to gradually withdraw 169 police members who were deployed before August 5, 2024, for security duties at the Bangladesh Secretariat. So far, 82 have been transferred.

3 months ago 342 views

National

Nasir Uddin, Director of the Prime Minister's Office, attached to Public Administration

Mohammad Nasir Uddin Sarwar, Director of the Prime Minister's Office, has been withdrawn from his current post. He has been attached to the Ministry of Public Administration.

3 months ago 563 views

National

Long queues for Indian visa applicants, growing discontent over slots

Long queues of applicants were seen from Sunday (July 5) morning at the Indian Visa Application Center (IVAC) located in Jamuna Future Park in the capital. Hundreds of people waited in line for various services including visa applications, passport submission and collection. At this time, many applicants complained about the hassle of getting online appointments or 'slots'.

3 months ago 308 views

Economy

Tax benefits not reflected in market, prices of 63 daily essentials unchanged: CAB

The Consumers Association of Bangladesh (CAB) has alleged that although taxes on 63 essential commodities were reduced in the budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, the benefits have not yet reached consumers. The organization claims that despite the government's tax cuts, the market prices of various daily necessities, including rice and soybean oil, have not reflected the reduction.

3 months ago 553 views

Economy

NBR warns taxpayers of fraudsters trying to extort money by threatening audit

A fraudulent gang is trying to extort money from taxpayers by threatening to audit their tax documents (income tax returns). The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has urged taxpayers to beware of such scams.

3 months ago 453 views

Economy

Plan to use AI to make market monitoring more effective

The government has planned to use artificial intelligence (AI) to make market monitoring activities more effective, coordinated, and technology-driven. At the same time, initiatives are being taken to create a Power App and further improve the existing market monitoring app.

3 months ago 473 views

438 killed in road accidents in June, most deaths on motorcycles

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438 killed in road accidents in June, most deaths on motorcycles

In June, 438 people were killed and 561 injured in 472 road accidents across the country. Among the deceased were 44 women and 56 children. Nearly one-third of the total fatalities occurred in motorcycle accidents.

3 months ago 399 views

Allegations of drug dealers' patronage against BNP leader in Chatmohar; mass signature in protest

Normal delivery labor room mandatory, hospitals to be closed if not followed

Strict warning against drugs and extortionists: Selim Reza Habib

Case petition against Dr. Yunus, former health adviser, and 4 others

Hearing concludes in case of Matiur, known for 'goat scandal'

How Muslims came to Cape Verde

Direct Sylhet-Manchester flight resumes after long hiatus

Information Ministry's laws will be updated in line with digital reality: Information Minister

70 lakh people used Tehran metro to attend Khamenei's funeral

Argentina in fitness worry before match against Egypt

Messi stands with Venezuela earthquake victims, Ronaldo also expresses condolences

Commemorative stamp unveiled on National Rural Development Day

President advocates following 'Bangladesh Doctrine' to enhance defense capability

Secretariat in new security framework, 82 police members transferred

Nasir Uddin, Director of the Prime Minister's Office, attached to Public Administration

Long queues for Indian visa applicants, growing discontent over slots

Tax benefits not reflected in market, prices of 63 daily essentials unchanged: CAB

NBR warns taxpayers of fraudsters trying to extort money by threatening audit

Plan to use AI to make market monitoring more effective

438 killed in road accidents in June, most deaths on motorcycles

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