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Health Minister highlights importance of breastfeeding for children's healthy development

Health Minister Sardar Md. Sakawat Hossain has commented that the lack of proper childcare, early motherhood, and deprivation of breastfeeding are increasing the risk of children contracting various diseases in the country.

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Politics

38 BNP leaders and activists killed in six months; most incidents linked to dominance and grab-trade

In the past six months of the current year, at least 38 leaders and activists of the BNP and its affiliated organizations have been killed in separate incidents across the country. According to the primary investigations by law enforcement agencies, the majority of these murders have been attributed to possible causes such as political dominance, internal feuds, old enmities, extortion, land and business grabbing, and illicit economic interests.

3 weeks ago 285 views

National

Opportunity for 8 consecutive days of leave for government employees in August

This August, government employees have the opportunity to enjoy a total of eight days of holidays in two phases of four consecutive days each. By adjusting one casual or optional leave with the government holidays, this long break can be availed.

3 weeks ago 271 views

'If any Jamaat worker is found, hands and legs will be broken' comment goes viral

Politics

Controversy over BNP leader's remark •

'If any Jamaat worker is found, hands and legs will be broken' comment goes viral

A statement made by Asaduzzaman Mintu, General Secretary of Manirampur Upazila BNP in Jashore, has sparked widespread debate on social media. In a speech centered around the recruitment test for 'Family Card data collectors,' he warned that if any worker of Jamaat-e-Islami was found at the examination center, "their hands and legs would be broken."

3 weeks ago 263 views

Economy

11 factories of S Alam Group closed indefinitely in Chattogram due to liquidity crisis

Due to bank loan crisis, severe liquidity shortage and inability to import raw materials, authorities have declared 11 heavy industrial factories of S Alam Group in Karnaphuli upazila of Chattogram closed indefinitely. At the same time, thousands of workers employed in these factories have been relieved and retrenched.

3 weeks ago 276 views

National

Trump’s special envoy Sergio Gor meets prime minister, stresses bilateral ties and investment

US President Donald Trump’s special envoy for South and Central Asia, Sergio Gor, held a meeting with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman. The discussions focused on further strengthening Bangladesh-US bilateral relations, expanding trade and investment, regional cooperation, and various issues of mutual interest.

3 weeks ago 238 views

National

Jaishwal sidesteps questions over invitation to Tariq Rahman as BIMSTEC Chair

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tariq Rahman to participate in the 'Outreach' session of the BRICS Summit to be held in New Delhi. The invitation to Bangladesh's Prime Minister was extended in his capacity as the Chair of BIMSTEC. Regarding this, Indian Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaishwal avoided giving a direct answer.

3 weeks ago 222 views

National

No scope for division in the name of religion; equal rights of all citizens will be ensured: Mirza Fakhrul

Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said there is no scope for creating divisions in the name of religion in the country. He said Bangladesh is a country of equal rights and dignity for people of all religions, including Hindus, Muslims, Buddhists and Christians. Any attempt to create discord and instability in society using religion will be dealt with strictly.

3 weeks ago 221 views

Country

Comilla's players will one day bring honour to the country on the international stage: Fisheries, Livestock and Agriculture Minister

Fisheries, Livestock and Agriculture Minister Mohammad Amin Ur Rashid said the current government is giving utmost importance to sports development. He said Comilla's young players will go beyond the national level and bring honour for the country on the international stage in the future.

3 weeks ago 279 views

National

"Thief" remark directed at Chuppu after Jumma prayers in Gulshan, video goes viral

A video has gone viral on social media showing a man making a "thief" remark directed at former President Md. Shahbuddin Chuppu after Jumma prayers in Dhaka's Gulshan area. The incident has sparked widespread discussion online.

3 weeks ago 221 views

Politics

MP Golam Rasul's daughter gives message of keeping family intact in Facebook post

Mehjabin Jannat Anannya, daughter of Professor Golam Rasul, Member of Parliament from Jashore-4 constituency, has explained through a Facebook post the ongoing discussion about her personal life.

3 weeks ago 236 views

National

'Harun's Rice Hotel' closes today

The name of Mohammad Harun-or-Rashid, former Additional Commissioner of the Detective Branch (DB) of Dhaka Metropolitan Police, once became inextricably linked with the 'Rice Hotel' controversy. He gained widespread attention on social media by releasing videos of himself inviting politicians, celebrities, and prominent figures to the DB office and eating rice with them. This incident later became known as 'Harun's Rice Hotel'.

3 weeks ago 255 views

Politics

BNP activists left homes fearing leader who joined BNP from Awami League

Local BNP and affiliated organization leaders and activists have accused Abdul Mannan Matubbar, former chairman of Parameshwardi union in Boalmari upazila of Faridpur, who joined BNP from Awami League, of intimidation, extortion, forcing people to leave homes, preventing access to crop fields, and attack and vandalism.

3 weeks ago 239 views

World

Sheikh Hasina cannot conduct political activities while staying in India: Modi government

The Indian government has said that Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina cannot conduct any kind of political activities while staying in India. At the same time, India's Ministry of External Affairs has said that the request for her extradition to Bangladesh is under review according to the country's prevailing laws and established procedures.

3 weeks ago 319 views

Country

DC Lake to be developed into a high-quality mini tourist center: State Minister Tuku

State Minister for Fisheries and Livestock Sultan Salahuddin Tuku has announced plans to transform Tangail's DC Lake into a high-quality mini tourist center. He also said that an initiative to farm fish in the lake will be taken.

3 weeks ago 218 views

National

No formal talks held with Myanmar on repatriation of 3 lakh Rohingyas: Shama Obaid

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaid Islam has said that no formal bilateral talks have yet been held with the government of Myanmar regarding the repatriation of nearly three lakh Rohingyas who have taken shelter in Bangladesh.

3 weeks ago 219 views

Indomitable Ayesha lands a government job

Country

No hands, yet she never stopped •

Indomitable Ayesha lands a government job

Born without both hands, but she never let her physical disability become an obstacle on the path to her dreams. Ayesha Akhtar, a young woman from Saghatta upazila in Gaibandha, has now secured a job at a government institution through sheer indomitable willpower, hard work, and self-confidence.

3 weeks ago 238 views

Politics

Government has lost moral authority to run the country: Dr. Shafiqur Rahman

Opposition Leader and Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami, Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, has commented that the current government has lost the moral right to govern the country due to its failure to control corruption.

3 weeks ago 260 views

National

Dr. Kamruzzaman new DG of July Mass Uprising Memorial Museum

Dr. Mohammad Kamruzzaman, Joint Secretary and Special Duty Officer of the Ministry of Public Administration, has been appointed as Director General of the July Mass Uprising Memorial Museum.

3 weeks ago 259 views

Country

Abducted schoolboy rescued in Pabna, 5 members of kidnapper gang arrested

Police rescued an abducted schoolboy in a joint operation in Pabna city. Five members of the kidnapper gang were also arrested.

3 weeks ago 236 views

Health Minister highlights importance of breastfeeding for children's healthy development

38 BNP leaders and activists killed in six months; most incidents linked to dominance and grab-trade

Opportunity for 8 consecutive days of leave for government employees in August

'If any Jamaat worker is found, hands and legs will be broken' comment goes viral

11 factories of S Alam Group closed indefinitely in Chattogram due to liquidity crisis

Trump’s special envoy Sergio Gor meets prime minister, stresses bilateral ties and investment

Jaishwal sidesteps questions over invitation to Tariq Rahman as BIMSTEC Chair

No scope for division in the name of religion; equal rights of all citizens will be ensured: Mirza Fakhrul

Comilla's players will one day bring honour to the country on the international stage: Fisheries, Livestock and Agriculture Minister

"Thief" remark directed at Chuppu after Jumma prayers in Gulshan, video goes viral

MP Golam Rasul's daughter gives message of keeping family intact in Facebook post

'Harun's Rice Hotel' closes today

BNP activists left homes fearing leader who joined BNP from Awami League

Sheikh Hasina cannot conduct political activities while staying in India: Modi government

DC Lake to be developed into a high-quality mini tourist center: State Minister Tuku

No formal talks held with Myanmar on repatriation of 3 lakh Rohingyas: Shama Obaid

Indomitable Ayesha lands a government job

Government has lost moral authority to run the country: Dr. Shafiqur Rahman

Dr. Kamruzzaman new DG of July Mass Uprising Memorial Museum

Abducted schoolboy rescued in Pabna, 5 members of kidnapper gang arrested

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