Current Affairs
4 arrested over murder of private tutor, body found in sacks
Police in Chapainawabganj have uncovered the mystery behind the killing of a private tutor whose body was found stuffed inside sacks in the Namoshankarbati Chowkapara area of the municipality.
One arrested over death of madrasa student in Dhaka
Police have arrested the main accused in a case filed over the death of a 10-year-old madrasa student in Dhaka.
Woman missing after boat capsizes in Jamuna river, 9 rescued alive
A woman labourer went missing after a passenger boat carrying farm workers capsized in the Jamuna River during a storm in Bogura’s Dhunat upazila on Thursday (May 21). Nine others were rescued alive, officials said.
Local govt polls ‘challenging’, but EC will spare no effort: CEC
AMM Nasir Uddin described the upcoming local government elections as “challenging” but said the Election Commission of Bangladesh would leave no stone unturned in its preparations on Thursday (May 21).
Govt prioritising swift justice in Ramisa murder case: Law Minister
Law Minister Asaduzzaman Khan has said the government is treating the murder case of Ramisa with the “highest priority,” vowing to ensure speedy justice and prevent such crimes from going unpunished.
Army personnel gradually returning to barracks: Army Chief
Waker-Uz-Zaman has said army personnel are gradually returning to barracks after completing field duties assigned during a period of national necessity.
Schools, colleges set for extended Eid-summer holidays
In view of the upcoming holy Eid-ul-Azha and summer vacation, long holidays have been announced for schools, colleges and other educational institutions in the country. As a result, various educational institutions in the country will remain closed for the coming days.
Storm likely in 12 regions including Dhaka
The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has forecast thunderstorms accompanied by rain in 12 regions of the country by this evening and advised river ports in the affected areas to display cautionary signals Nos. 1 and 2.
3 arrested for raping 15-year-old girl, recording video in Chuadanga
Police have arrested three individuals on charges of raping a 15-year-old girl and circulating an objectionable video of the assault in Kundipur village under Chuadanga Sadar upazila. Following the incident, the victim's mother filed a rape case at the Sadar Police Station, naming four suspects.
One cup of tea, endless comfort on International Tea Day
A cup of steaming hot tea should be filled with the small joys of life, the peace of mind to relieve fatigue. To overcome the sleepiness of the morning, to take a breath of relief during a busy day, or to enliven an afternoon chat—there is no better match than a cup of tea. Tea has long been an integral part of our daily lives as a companion to happiness and sorrow, stories and chats, or busy work. Whether it is chatting with friends or spending time with family, a cup of tea also increases the warmth of relationships. International Tea Day is being celebrated on Thursday (May 21).