Current Affairs
UAE agrees with Saudi Arabia to re-enter Yemen conflict amid Houthi gains
The United Arab Emirates is becoming active again in an effort to halt the Houthi rebels' advance in Yemen. Abu Dhabi has agreed to resume funding anti-Houthi forces in the country's south.
19 Killed in Kolkata Durga Puja Stampede
At least 19 people have been killed in a stampede caused by crowd pressure at a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata, in India’s West Bengal. At least 25 others were injured. They were rescued and taken to hospital.
JU Professor Nahreen Islam Khan appointed Chief Information Commissioner
Jahangirnagar University Professor Dr Nahreen Islam Khan has been appointed Chief Information Commissioner of the Information Commission.
PM stresses discipline, professionalism, public trust in armed forces
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Sunday urged members of the armed forces to remain committed to the Constitution, laws, military regulations and humanitarian values while discharging their duties, saying discipline, professionalism and public trust are fundamental to the strength of the forces.
Bangladesh suffer crushing 99-run defeat to Zimbabwe
Bangladesh made a disappointing start to the tri-nation ODI series in the United Arab Emirates. On Saturday (17 October) at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, the Tigers lost to Zimbabwe by a big margin of 99 runs. Chasing 272, Bangladesh were bowled out for just 172 in 33.4 overs.
Cox's Bazar fire: Case filed against resort owner, 1 held
Police have filed a case over the deadly fire at Tup Tup Resort in Patuartek, Ukhia, Cox’s Bazar, which killed 10 people. Resort owner Tanvir Ahmed has been named the chief accused. The resort’s assistant manager, Mohammad Sumon, has also been named in the case, and police have shown him as arrested.
490 arrested across Dhaka in 24hrs
The Dhaka Metropolitan Police arrested 490 people in raids across the capital over the past 24 hours and filed 42 cases.
Army chief returns home after Australia and US visits
Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman has returned home after a nine-day official visit to Australia and the United States. The Inter-Services Public Relations Directorate (ISPR) said he arrived back in the country on Saturday (17 October). The visit included meetings with defence officials of both countries, tours of military installations and participation in international defence events.
Lionel Messi scores twice, adds assist to propel Inter Miami to 3-1 victory over Atlanta United
Argentine superstar Lionel Messi starred as Inter Miami beat Atlanta United 3-1 in Major League Soccer (MLS). The match was played on Saturday (17 October) at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Messi scored twice and also contributed to a teammate’s goal. With the assist, he became only the third player to record at least 15 assists in three consecutive MLS seasons, a rare achievement.
PM eyes further hike in disability allowances
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today said the government would consider a further increase in allowances for persons with disabilities, subject to the country's financial capacity, to help them lead more comfortable lives.