Current Affairs
Eid journeys mostly smooth, 300 deaths claim not correct: Transport Minister
Road Transport and Bridges Minister Sheikh Rabiul Alam has dismissed reports claiming over 300 deaths during this year’s Eid travel, describing the journey as comparatively safer and more comfortable.
Terrible fire in Chattogram
A terrible fire broke out in a fish processing factory in Sagarika area of Chattogram. The fire was brought under control with the intervention of 8 fire service units at the spot. According to sources, there were no casualties, but the people of the area had moved to a safe place in panic.
No measles vaccine administered in 8 Years: Health Minister
Health Minister Sardar Sakhawat Hossain Bakul has said that the country has not administered measles vaccines in the past eight years.
Nepal's ex-Energy Minister arrested over money laundering case
Nepalese authorities have arrested the country's former Energy Minister Deepak Khadka. He was taken into custody on Sunday morning (March 29), reports AFP.
CCTV to be installed in SSC exam halls
To ensure that the upcoming Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent examinations are held in a fair, beautiful and cheating-free environment, CCTV cameras have been ordered to be installed in the examination rooms. In addition, the Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education has issued 11-point special instructions for the central secretaries and heads of institutions.
Farmer found dead in Bogura
Police recovered the body of an elderly farmer beside his shallow machine shed in Gabtali, Bogura. The body was discovered around 9am in Salmara Bil, Nishindara Akandpara village of Mahishaban union on Sunday morning (March 29).
No more monthly fees for prepaid meters: Power Minister
The government has decided to scrap the monthly charge for prepaid electricity meters, ending long-standing customer grievances.
Case filed against 23 BSL leaders over July Memorial arson in Shariatpur
A case has been filed under the anti-terrorism law against 23 leaders and activists of the Chhatra League over a fire at the July Memorial in Shariatpur located near the central Shaheed Minar in Shariatpur Sadar.
New DCs appointed in 11 districts
The government has appointed new Deputy Commissioners (DCs) in 11 districts of the country. A notification in this regard was issued by the Ministry of Public Administration on Sunday (March 28).
Fresh 7,000 tons of diesel start flowing from India via pipeline
Bangladesh has started receiving new shipment of 7,000 tons of diesel from India as the ongoing Middle East conflict disrupts fuel transport and puts pressure on domestic supply.