Current Affairs
No plan for fresh talks with US: Iran
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei has said Tehran has no plan for a new round of talks with the United States. Quoting Al Jazeera, he said Washington has violated agreements at the time of implementation, so Iran has no interest in fresh negotiations.
Academic shutdown declared at Barishal University
The teachers' community of Barishal University (BU) has announced a full-fledged 'academic shutdown' from April 22 to demand the resolution of promotion, legal and administrative issues. A full-day work abstention will be observed on April 21.
SSC farewell disrupted as BNP leader storms event, snatches microphone, locks head teacher’s office
An SSC examinees' farewell programme was underway at a school ground when a local leader arrived with his supporters. He snatched the microphone from the head teacher who was present at the event and locked the head teacher's room. Terrified students began leaving the venue.
Fuel price hike not responsible for inflation: Commerce Minister
Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir faced a barrage of questions in parliament over the abnormal price hike of essential commodities. He stated that the fuel price increase in Bangladesh is at a very moderate or tolerable level compared to international markets.
BCB election likely in first or second week of June: Tamim
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is currently being run by an 11-member ad-hoc committee led by Tamim Iqbal. The National Sports Council (NSC) dissolved the BCB governing body led by Aminul Islam on April 7 and tasked the ad-hoc committee with organising elections within 90 days.
No fuel shortage, price hike to stop smuggling, wastage: Home Minister
There is no shortage of fuel oil or gas in the country, Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed claimed in parliament on Monday, April 20. He said the government has raised prices slightly to bring discipline to the energy sector by preventing smuggling and wastage.
60 kmph storms, lightning likely in four divisions: Met office
The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has said that storms with maximum speeds of up to 60 kilometres per hour may sweep across four districts tonight, Monday, April 20. There is also a possibility of thundershowers in these areas.
Apple unveils budget iPhone 17e
Apple has launched the iPhone 17e, its most affordable model in the iPhone 17 lineup, priced at $599. The new device brings several premium upgrades, including MagSafe support, 256GB base storage, and the latest A19 chip.
11-party alliance names 13 candidates for reserved women's seats
The 11-party alliance led by Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has finalised its nominees for the reserved women's seats in the 13th National Parliament, fielding 13 candidates in proportion to the number of parliamentary seats it won. Nomination papers will be submitted to the Election Commission on Tuesday, April 21.
Beat the heat: How much water do you need daily?
Daytime temperatures are rising steadily. In extreme heat, the body loses large amounts of water and minerals through sweat, leading to dehydration. Dehydration can also cause serious problems such as heatstroke. In this situation, drinking the right amount of water is essential to stay healthy.