Current Affairs
MP Hanzala seeks probe after being called ‘terrorist'
Madaripur-1 MP Syed Uddin Ahmad Hanzala has alleged that he was referred to as a “terrorist MP” while entering the Jatiya Sangsad complex.
Fuel crisis: Road blocked, firecracker exploded in Thakurgaon
A heated situation has been created in Thakurgaon due to the protest of motorcycle drivers and owners over the fuel shortage.
Child dies with measles symptoms in Rajshahi, doctors in a quandary
A 10-year-old child has died with measles symptoms at Rajshahi Medical College Hospital.
Schengen visa: Sweden Embassy in Dhaka no longer represent Poland
The Embassy of Sweden in Dhaka has announced that it will no longer represent Poland in matters related to Schengen visa applications.
Hormuz Strait almost at a standstill, increasing pressure on the global economy: UN
The strategically important Strait of Hormuz in the Middle East is currently practically blocked, which is putting major pressure on the global economy, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development has said.
Cyclone, nor'wester likely in April, temperature may touch 41 degrees
The current month of April likely to experience much changes in terms of weather updates.
Energy crisis: New office time 9am-4pm, markets to shut by 6pm
The government has decided to change the country's office hours to deal with the impact of the global energy crisis. The decision was taken at a cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.
Bangladesh High Commissioner meets Indian Army Chief in Delhi
As part of efforts to strengthen bilateral ties, Bangladesh High Commissioner Riaz Hamidullah held a courtesy meeting with Indian Army Chief General Bipin Rawat in Delhi.
Fuel shortage halts operations at Mongla port
The ongoing national fuel crisis has brought cargo handling and transportation at Mongla Port to a near standstill, with hundreds of lighter vessels remain idle due to a lack of fuel, severely delaying the unloading of goods from larger mother vessels.
Nepal police uncover $20mn Everest ‘poisoning’ insurance scam
Nepalese police have exposed a shocking scam in which Everest guides allegedly poisoned foreign climbers to fake medical emergencies and claim millions in insurance payouts.