Current Affairs
Mediation can resolve 45 lakh pending cases: Law Minister
Effective mediation can significantly reduce the backlog of approximately 45 lakh pending cases in the country's courts, ensuring faster, more affordable and humane justice for the people, said Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Md Asaduzzaman.
Sylhet airport security officer missing for 3 weeks, family questions GD discrepancy
Md Arifullah Jelin (26), an assistant security officer at Osmani International Airport, has been missing for nearly three weeks. A general diary (GD) was filed with the police station, but no trace of him has been found yet .
Health Minister's surprise visits: Two clinics shut, two doctors show-caused
Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Hossain conducted surprise inspections of government hospitals and private healthcare facilities in Vedarganj upazila, Shariatpur, on Saturday (August 1). During the visits, several irregularities were found, leading to immediate action against two private clinics. Two doctors were also ordered to be served show-cause notices over allegations of working at private clinics during government duty hours .
Police headquarters issues highest alert nationwide
The Police Headquarters has issued the highest alert across the country over fears of possible sabotage targeting police vehicles . Intelligence agencies have received information that members of militant organisations or miscreants may attack police jeeps, pickups, buses and other vehicles. Based on this, field-level units have been directed to immediately strengthen security measures .
Indian national held with gold at Chattogram airport
Customs Intelligence and Investigation Directorate (CIID) has detained an Indian national with gold at Shah Amanat International Airport in Chattogram.
Positive economic transformation possible in 5 years with collective efforts: PM
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has said that with joint efforts from the government and the business community, a positive transformation in the country's economy is possible within the next four to five years.
Shahedul Islam takes charge as BGMEA Secretary General
Md Shahedul Islam has taken charge as the new Secretary General of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA). The association confirmed the appointment in a press release on Saturday.
BNP protests in Narayanganj, declares Nasiruddin Patwari 'unwelcome'
The metropolitan unit of BNP in Narayanganj has declared National Citizen Party (NCP) Chief Coordinator Nasiruddin Patwari 'undesirable' in the district. Party leaders said he will be resisted if he attempts to visit Narayanganj in the future.
Rain likely across country for five days, heavy showers in some areas
Rainfall may continue across various regions of the country over the next five days due to the active monsoon. The Bangladesh Meteorological Department said moderate to heavy rainfall is likely in some areas during this period, with daytime temperatures possibly dropping slightly.
Mother dies while caring for measles-infected children in Bandarban
A mother has died after falling ill while caring for her two measles-infected children in the remote areas of Ruma upazila in Bandarban. The deceased, Lengrung Mro (26), passed away on July 29 at her home in Chinipara, Ruma, after her family could not afford to take her to Chattogram Medical College Hospital as advised by doctors.