President congratulates Bangladesh on winning UNGA presidency
President Md Sahabuddin has expressed satisfaction and pride over the election of Bangladesh's nominated candidate as President of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly.
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Monthly charge for prepaid electricity meters withdrawn
The government has withdrawn the monthly additional charge for prepaid electricity meters, a move expected to ease long-standing financial pressure on consumers.
9 police officers transferred
The government has transferred and posted nine police officers of Additional Superintendent of Police and Assistant Superintendent of Police rank. The order, signed by Additional DIG Rayhan Uddin Khan on Tuesday, June 2, stated that the transfers were made in public interest until further notice.
7 more children die with measles symptoms, death toll surpasses 600
Seven more children have died in the country with measles symptoms in the last 24 hours. However, there is no information about anyone dying from measles during this time.
161 government technical schools, colleges ordered to close pocket gates
The Directorate of Technical Education has ordered the use of only one main entrance to strengthen the security of 161 government technical schools and colleges in the country. At the same time, instructions have been given to keep the main gate and its surrounding area under round-the-clock CCTV surveillance.
Heatwave sweeps across 41 districts including Dhaka, rain likely on Friday
A mild to moderate heatwave is blowing over 41 districts of the country including the capital Dhaka. However, the intensity of the heatwave may decrease by Friday, the Meteorological Department said.
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