Current Affairs
11 more children die from measles and suspected symptoms
A further 11 children have died from confirmed measles and measles-like symptoms across the country, according to the latest report from the Directorate General of Health Services on Tuesday, May 19.
Mirana Mahrukh replaces Farzana Mamtaz as secretary of Power Division
Farzana Mamtaz, secretary of the Power Division of the Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources, has been transferred and attached to the Ministry of Public Administration.
M R Islam Swadhin formally takes office as Bogura City Corp administrator
After a long wait, northern Bangladesh’s gateway city Bogura has officially begun its journey as a city corporation. M R Islam Swadhin has been appointed as the first full-time administrator of the newly formed Bogura City Corporation.
‘Delhi’s map and geography will change’, warns Pakistan
Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has given a stern warning that Delhi’s map and geography will change. He said that if India takes any bold steps against Pakistan in the future, then Delhi’s map and geography may change and India will risk becoming a part of history.
New rules for Bangladeshis to get Indian citizenship
From now on, if anyone wants to get Indian citizenship, s/he will have to mandatorily inform the Indian government about the latest status of the passport from his/her country. At the same time, one must submit a written declaration in this regard.
Government to launch ‘Pagla Ghonta’ at hospitals
The government is planning to introduce a central emergency alarm system, “Pagla Ghonta”, at medical facilities to ensure the safety of healthcare workers and patients.
170 more Bangladeshis repatriated from Libya
A total of 170 Bangladeshi nationals were repatriated from Libya today as authorities renewed warnings against human trafficking and irregular migration through dangerous sea routes to Europe.
We will be fair to Sheikh Hasina: Information Adviser
Commenting on the government's policies and judiciary, Prime Minister's Information Adviser Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman said that fair trial and justice will be ensured in any situation—even in the case of political opponents.
Iran plans $58m bounty for "whoever sends Trump, Netanyahu to hell"
Iran is reportedly discussing placing a $58 million bounty on US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Ebrahim Azizi, the Chairman of the National Security and Foreign Policy Committee of the Iranian Parliament, has announced that the body was preparing a bill titled "Counter-Action by the Military and Security Forces of the Islamic Republic" that would formalise payment of 50 million euros (approximately $58.23 million) to any individual or entity who would assassinate the United States and Israeli leaders, according to reports by Iran Wire and The Telegraph UK.
Measles outbreak: All leave of health institutions employees cancelled
To deal with the emergency situation due to the increase in the outbreak of measles-related pneumonia among children in the country, all leave of doctors, officials and employees of all health institutions under the Directorate General of Health Services and its affiliated institutions has been cancelled.