The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has asked river ports in eight regions to hoist cautionary signal No 1, as temporary gusty or squally winds with speeds of 45-60 kilometres per hour may blow from the south or southeast direction across these areas, accompanied by rain or thundershowers .
Four more children have died with measles symptoms across the country over the past 24 hours. During this period, 773 children were infected with measles or its symptoms.
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has ordered effective measures to swiftly remove unfit, expired and environmentally polluting buses, trucks and other vehicles from the capital's roads. He issued the directive at a meeting on environmental pollution at the Prime Minister's Office on Saturday.
Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon has said China has the potential to become Bangladesh's most important strategic partner, underscoring the need to deepen bilateral cooperation in trade, investment and economic development.
The publication of this year's SSC and equivalent examination results has been postponed, with the previously planned July 20 announcement now unlikely due to administrative engagements.
Prominent writers and literary figures paid tribute to late poet, author and editor Abul Hasnat at a discussion marking his birth anniversary, highlighting his enduring role in shaping generations of young Bengali writers.