Current Affairs
3.3 magnitude earthquake felt in Gazipur’s Baipail
A mild 3.3-magnitude earthquake was felt in the Baipail area of Gazipur this morning, Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) confirmed.
67 children killed in Gaza despite ceasefire: UNICEF
At least 67 children were killed in Gaza even after last month’s US-mediated ceasefire, following two years of Israeli attacks, according to a report by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF).
4 arrested over fire attack at DU leader Rafia’s home
Police have arrested four suspects in connection with a fire and cocktail-throwing attack at the home of Dhaka University’s DUCSU independent member Umma Uswatun Rafia in Mymensingh.
Australia enforces nationwide ban on social media use
Australia has officially banned social media use for anyone under 16, becoming the first country to enforce such a rule.
Bangladesh ‘A’ edge India in super over thriller to reach final
Bangladesh ‘A’ booked their place in the Asia Cup Rising Stars final in Doha after a dramatic Super Over win against India ‘A’.
No trace of 15 fishermen from Bhola after two weeks at sea
Fifteen fishermen who set out to sea from Char Madraz in Char Fashion upazila of Bhola district have remained missing for 12 consecutive days.
Bhutan’s Prime Minister arrives in Dhaka
Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay has arrived in Dhaka on a three-day official visit.
UN, US express condolences over Dhaka earthquake casualties
The United Nations (UN) and the United States (US) have expressed condolences and solidarity following Friday’s earthquake in Dhaka that left at least 10 people dead and over 200 injured.
Sheikh Hasina has the opportunity to appeal: Attorney General
The International Crimes Tribunal has sentenced ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina to death for crimes against humanity committed during the July mass uprising. Former home minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal has also been sentenced to death.
Detainee dies in DB custody in Sirajganj
A detainee has died while in the custody of the Detective Branch in Sirajganj. Police claim the death was caused by ‘breathing difficulties’, while doctors have stated that the detainee had injury marks on his body.