Current Affairs
Indian activist Wangchuk ends 26-day hunger strike
Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended his 26-day hunger strike demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over a series of examination paper leaks.
FM seeks Singapore's support for ASEAN, RCEP aspirations
Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman has sought Singapore's support for Bangladesh's aspiration to become a 'Sectoral Dialogue Partner' of ASEAN and its efforts to join the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP). He also sought the country's cooperation in achieving a sustainable solution to the Rohingya crisis.
Fuel supply normal, no need to panic: admin urges amid rumour
Long queues of hundreds of motorcycles, private cars and other vehicles have been seen at various petrol pumps in Satkhira, triggered by rumours of a fuel shortage circulating on social media. The rush of drivers created temporary traffic congestion on several key roads in the city on Thursday morning, July 23.
Schoolgirl found unconscious; family accuses police of not filing case
A case has been filed at the police station over the abduction and recovery of a ninth-grade schoolgirl in an unconscious state in Ranishankail upazila of Thakurgaon, following allegations that authorities initially refused to register the complaint. The victim's family has submitted a written complaint against the Officer-in-Charge (OC) of the police station to the Superintendent of Police (SP).
Passenger held with 61 bhori gold at Shahjalal airport
A passenger was detained by intelligence agencies at the domestic terminal of Hazrat Shahjalal (R.A.) International Airport with 720 grams (approximately 61 bhori) of gold.
Administrative Tribunal orders reinstatement of police constable Nazmul sacked over 'tip' incident
The Administrative Tribunal-1 has ordered the reinstatement of police constable Nazmul Tarek, who was dismissed from service over the much-discussed 'tip' incident at Farmgate in the capital in 2022.
'Green meat' mystery remains unsolved after two days; samples sent for lab test
The exact cause behind the unusual greening of beef during cooking in Paikgacha, Khulna, remains unconfirmed. The Bangladesh Food Safety Authority has launched an investigation amid widespread discussion and criticism across the country. Samples of both cooked and raw meat have already been collected and sent to a laboratory for testing. Officials said no conclusion can be reached until the lab report is received.
Surma-Kushiyara water crosses danger levels at three points in Sylhet
Due to the onrush of hill water from upstream and local rainfall, water levels in the Surma and Kushiyara rivers have crossed the danger mark at three points in Sylhet. However, the Water Development Board (WDB) has said there is no immediate threat of a major flood as no heavy rainfall has been forecast.
Bangladesh placed in tough group for Asian Games, face North Korea and South Korea
Bangladesh's women's football team face a difficult challenge in the upcoming Asian Games. According to the draw, Sabina Khatun and her teammates have been placed in Group C alongside three-time gold medallists North Korea, strong South Korea and Myanmar.
Education official show-caused over blade found in school tiffin bread
A four-member investigation committee has been formed following the discovery of a sharp blade in government-provided tiffin bread at Harisena Government Primary School in Gauranadi municipality, Barishal.