Current Affairs
Nigerian airstrike kills at least 100 civilians
Dozens of people are feared dead after Nigerian military aircraft struck a village market while pursuing members of the rebel group Boko Haram in the country’s northeast, according to a local official and an international human rights group.
Youth dies after drinking pesticide in capital
A youth named Naeem, 19, died after drinking pesticide in Hazaribagh police station area of the capital.
Kalboishakhi, thundershowers likely in Dhaka, 3 divisions
Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has predicted kalboishakhi and rains in parts of four divisions including Dhaka in 24 hours commencing 9am today (13 April).
2 metro stations to remain closed on Pahela Baishakh
Two metro rail stations in the capital will remain partially and fully closed on the occasion of Pahela Baishakh, the authorities have announced on Tuesday (April 14).
Australia's first female army chief Susan Coyle
Australia has appointed a woman as its first female army chief. Lieutenant General Susan Coyle has been named the new Chief of Army. She will take office in July.
Indian high commissioner meets info minister
Senior officials from Bangladesh and India have stressed the importance of enhancing communication to further strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries.
ACC receives petition against Dr Yunus over alleged misuse of vaccine funds
A formal application has been submitted to the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) seeking an investigation into alleged misappropriation of funds related to the procurement of measles vaccines and syringes for children.
Injured monkey ‘seeks treatment’ at veterinary hospital in Jashore
In a remarkable incident in Jhikargachha, an injured monkey reportedly arrived on its own at a veterinary hospital seeking treatment, drawing widespread attention on social media.
2 killed in road accident in Faridpur’s Bhanga
At least two people were killed and 29 others injured when a passenger bus fell into a roadside ditch following a collision with a pickup van in Bhanga.
India positive about resuming issuance of medical and business visas: Humayun Kabir
India is positive about resuming the issuance of medical and business visas in a short time, said Humayun Kabir, the Prime Minister's Foreign Affairs Adviser.