The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has forecast heavy to very heavy rain in six divisions including Dhaka, and warned that the ongoing flood situation may worsen. The department also said thunderstorms and rainfall are likely to continue across most parts of the country over the next few days.
A video of an attack inside a house in the capital's Mohammadpur area has gone viral on social media. The owner of the house has filed a case naming four individuals in connection with the incident.
Two men arrested on suspicion of involvement in extremist group activities in Dhaka's Jatrabari area have been sent to jail after the completion of their second round of remand.
The Election Commission has decided to finalise the list of polling centres for all types of local government elections at least 25 days before polling day, according to a new directive issued on Saturday, July 11.
The government is carrying out rescue, relief and rehabilitation work in flood-affected areas across the country under the Prime Minister's direction, PM's Office Spokesperson Mahdi Amin has said. He said the Prime Minister is personally monitoring the situation round the clock and through members of his various teams.
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has expressed hope that the current generation of interns will play a key role in ending the trend of seeking medical treatment abroad. He said the government is prioritising the health sector, working to ensure a modern healthcare system through quality improvement, manpower expansion and infrastructure development.