Current Affairs
3 BGB platoons deployed in Dhaka, Gazipur, Narayanganj industrial zones
A total of 33 platoons of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) have been deployed at key industrial areas and strategic points in Dhaka, Gazipur and Narayanganj to maintain law and order and ensure overall security.
Singapore High Commissioner meets Ruhul Kabir Rizvi
Singapore’s Non-Resident High Commissioner to Bangladesh Derek Loh paid a courtesy call on Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) acting secretary general and political adviser to the prime minister Advocate Ruhul Kabir Rizvi on Tuesday.
5 flowering houseplants that can keep your home blooming year-round
Houseplants can bring a refreshing touch of greenery indoors, particularly during the colder months. Choosing flowering varieties adds vibrant colours to your living space, offering a reminder of the beauty of a summer garden even when outdoor blooms are scarce.
DMP arrests 466 in 24-hour drive, files 64 cases
Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) have arrested 466 people in special operations across the capital over the past 24 hours and filed 64 cases over various offences. Police also recovered a large quantity of explosives, drugs, vehicles and mobile phones during the drives.
Three buses set on fire in Dhaka’s Mirpur
Three parked passenger buses were set on fire at two separate locations in Dhaka's Mirpur area early Wednesday, damaging parts of all three vehicles. Preliminary estimates put the total damage at Tk 1.05 million to Tk 1.3 million. No casualties were reported, and police have yet to arrest anyone in connection with the incidents.
UN rapporteur on Myanmar to arrive in Dhaka today
United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Myanmar Kelly E. Currie is due to arrive in Bangladesh on Wednesday to gather first-hand information on the ongoing conflict in Myanmar, the situation in Rakhine State and the living conditions of Rohingya refugees.
Turkiye keen to send experts on women’s health as Dr Zubaida Rahman meets Emine Erdogan
Turkiye has expressed interest in strengthening cooperation with Bangladesh in several areas, including tackling the impacts of climate change, protecting the health of women and children, renewable energy and the production of eco-friendly products.
World leaders begin COP31 talks amid concerns over inadequate climate action
World leaders are set to begin formal discussions Wednesday at the United Nations climate change conference in Turkey, seeking concrete measures to tackle global warming amid growing concerns that efforts to address the crisis remain inadequate and too slow.
44 Bangladeshis return from Europe over lack of legal documents
Another 44 Bangladeshis who travelled to Europe without valid documents or through irregular channels have been deported to Bangladesh, including 40 from Greece and four from Cyprus.
22 vehicles set ablaze, crude bombs explode at 28 locations across Bangladesh
At least 22 vehicles were set on fire and crude bombs, locally known as cocktails, exploded at 28 locations across Bangladesh in a 24-hour period from Monday morning to Tuesday morning, amid a spate of arson attacks, explosions and violent protests in several parts of the country.