Current Affairs
PM drives himself to inspect cleanliness of North Dhaka
PM VisitAs part of the ongoing initiative to transform Dhaka into a clean city, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman took the wheel himself to inspect the cleanliness of the city's streets .
July records 36 dengue deaths, 9,206 cases
Dengue cases have surged alarmingly in July, claiming 36 lives in a single month. A total of 9,206 patients were hospitalised with dengue during this period. According to the Directorate General of Health Services, July has recorded the highest number of cases and deaths compared to other months this year, and authorities fear the trend may worsen.
Flash march by banned Chhatra League in Feni
A flash march was held in Feni under the banner of the banned Chhatra League. The march was brought out on Friday morning around 7:30 am in the Lalpool area of Feni Sadar on the Dhaka-Chattogram highway, under the banner of the Feni Government College unit Chhatra League. Police have said legal action will be taken against those involved.
Four more children die with measles symptoms, death toll reaches 835
The measles outbreak in the country remains alarming. Four more children have died with measles symptoms in the past 24 hours. With this, the total number of deaths from measles and its symptoms since March 15 this year has risen to 835.
Bangladesh belongs to people of all religions: Mirza Fakhrul
Civic identity, rather than religious identity, will be the foundation of the state, said BNP Secretary General and Local Government Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir. He said Bangladesh belongs to people of all religions — Hindus, Muslims, Buddhists and Christians. The government remains highly vigilant to ensure that no one creates unrest in society by sowing division along religious lines.
Eggs, chillies and other essentials see price surge; consumers in distress
Prices of daily essentials have climbed once again in the capital's kitchen markets, with eggs selling at Tk 50 per hali (four pieces) and most vegetables priced at Tk 70 per kg or above. Green chillies have seen the sharpest rise, now selling at around Tk 400 per kg depending on quality.
BCB in talks with government to host India series
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has initiated communication with the government to resolve uncertainties surrounding the hosting of the ODI and T20I series against the Indian cricket team, scheduled for late August. BCB President Tamim Iqbal has taken the initiative to seek government-level cooperation to ensure the series is held as planned.
Taslima returns to Kolkata after two decades
Exiled Bangladeshi writer Taslima Nasrin has returned to Kolkata, India, after nearly two decades. She arrived at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport on Friday (July 31) afternoon from Delhi. The writer, visibly emotional after returning to the city she loves, said, "It feels wonderful."
Three killed in Hindu-Muslim clashes in Nepal, tension rising
Three people have been killed in clashes between Hindus and Muslims in southern Nepal. Prime Minister Balendra Shah has urged everyone to remain calm following the incident. Local media The Kathmandu Post reported on Friday that communal tensions have spread to several more districts.
Sign new deal or be sold: Real Madrid's ultimatum to Vinicius
Real Madrid have taken a firm stance amid uncertainty over Vinicius Junior's future. According to Spanish media outlet Marca, the club has left two paths open for the Brazilian star — either sign a new contract and stay, or be put up for sale this summer.