Current Affairs
Man held for attempting to rape eight-year-old in Rangpur
A 50-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly attempting to rape an eight-year-old child in Rangpur.
'Donald Trump' the buffalo to be kept at national zoo
The viral albino buffalo named 'Donald Trump' has found a new home at the National Zoo in Mirpur, capital.
Four Bangladeshi youths allegedly sold to Russian army by two Jamaat leaders
Four young men from Patgram, Lalmonirhat, have been allegedly sold to the Russian army, with accusations levelled against two leaders of Jamaat-affiliated youth organisations. The families of the four youths are living in extreme anxiety and worry.
'Smart Assistant' system installed at Rooppur nuclear power plant
An advanced digital technology called the Operator Information Support System has been successfully installed at the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant. The installation was completed on Tuesday afternoon, May 26. Russia has implemented this technology outside its own country for the first time.
Health Minister warns of strict action over 6 newborn deaths at Ad-Din Hospital
Health Minister Sardar Sakhawat Hossain has warned of strict action against those responsible for the death of six newborns at Ad-Din Medical College Hospital in Magbazar, capital.
Homebound travellers suffer on Jamuna Bridge gridlock, Tk 3.82 crore toll collected
Despite the heavy rush of Eid travel, 56,239 vehicles crossed the Jamuna Bridge in the last 24 hours, generating approximately Tk 3.82 crore in tolls. However, to manage the overwhelming traffic, authorities controlled Dhaka-bound vehicles for the second consecutive day, causing long tailbacks and suffering for homebound travellers on the west side of the bridge.
Two transport workers arrested for extortion, colleagues block highways
Transport workers blocked roads in Bogura demanding the release of two colleagues arrested on extortion charges. The blockade caused severe traffic congestion, leaving Eid-bound travellers stranded.
Padma Bridge toll collection exceeds Tk 5 crore in 24 hours
Toll collection at the Padma Bridge surpassed Tk 5 crore in the last 24 hours, marking the second-highest daily revenue since the bridge opened. According to Padma Bridge Executive Engineer Abu Saad, Tk 5,03,24,450 was collected during this period, following Tuesday's collection of Tk 4,80,15,350.
Six-layer security in Dhaka for Eid, 15,000 police deployed: DMP commissioner
Dhaka Metropolitan Police Commissioner Mosleh Uddin has said a four- to six-layer security system has been put in place in the capital, considering the potential risks of the city emptying out during the holidays and around Eid congregations. He also said 15,000 police personnel will be deployed in the capital for Eid, with an additional 1,500 at Eid prayer grounds.
Special bond continues as Argentina wishes Bangladesh Eid Mubarak
Argentina has extended Eid greetings to the people of Bangladesh ahead of Eid-ul-Azha, continuing the special bond formed during the 2022 World Cup when Bangladesh's passionate support overwhelmed the South American nation.