Current Affairs
3 arrested over church robbery, 'father' tied up during heist
Police have arrested three suspects in connection with a robbery at a church in Baridhara, capital, where the director was tied up and cash was stolen. The suspects were produced at a press conference at Bhatara Police Station on Friday, May 1.
Shakil battles rare disease, family seeks help for treatment
Shakil, a 16-year-old boy from Netrokona's Durgapur upazila, has been suffering from a rare and complex disease for the past 14 months. Once a healthy child like any other, he has gradually lost mobility and now leads a difficult life, unable to walk or perform daily tasks without assistance.
India excludes Bangladesh from 'Pragati' military exercise
India has organised a multinational military exercise named 'Pragati' with 11 friendly neighbouring countries for the first time, but Bangladesh was not included in the list.
Iran sends new proposal to US through Pakistan
Iran has sent a new proposal through mediator Pakistan regarding the goal of negotiations with the United States, according to Iranian state media.
Housewife gets bail after being arrested over unpaid loan instalments
Jannati Khatun, 25, the housewife arrested in Tarash, Sirajganj for failing to pay back a Tk 25,000 microfinance loan instalment, has been granted bail.
Two workers die after electrocution at Cumilla garment factory
Two of the three workers who suffered severe burns from an electric shock at a garment factory in Chauddagram upazila, Cumilla, have died. The condition of the remaining injured worker is also stated to be critical.
Foreign ministry explains after opposition leader's query on Iran
Jamaat Ameer and Leader of the Opposition in Parliament Dr Shafiqur Rahman said in parliament on Thursday, April 30, "Why does our friendly country say, 'We did not get Bangladesh by our side during this time of deep sorrow?'" In response to his statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a clarification on Friday, May 1.
PM to visit Sylhet on Saturday, locals hopeful of development
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is set to visit Sylhet on Saturday, May 2, his first trip to the region since taking office. During the visit, he will inaugurate the 'Notun Kuri Sports' programme, aimed at nurturing sporting talent among children and adolescents.
Speakers voice concern as anti-tobacco law enforcement weakens, deaths rise
Speakers at an anti-tobacco discussion have expressed concern that the enforcement of laws against smoking and tobacco use is gradually weakening, while the number of deaths from tobacco products is rising.
Actor Siddique opens up after nearly 11 months in jail
Popular television actor Siddiqur Rahman Siddique has spoken publicly for the first time following his release after nearly 11 months in prison. He was arrested on April 29, 2025, and spent 10 months and 22 days in jail before being released on March 18 this year.