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Businessman electrocuted in rainwater logging in capital
A businessman has died after being electrocuted while walking through rainwater accumulated on a road in Jurain under Kadamtali police station in the capital. The deceased has been identified as Anwar Hossain, 55.
Eid holidays bring silence to Dhaka's usually congested city
The capital Dhaka has begun to empty out as a seven-day government holiday for Eid-ul-Azha starts, with millions leaving the city to celebrate the festival with their families in their ancestral villages. While buses, trains and launches are packed with homebound passengers, the city's roads present a picture of relief and calm.
Kalshi slum fire brought under control
The fire service brought the terrible fire that broke out in the Kalshi slum in Mirpur of the capital under control after an effort of about two hours.
Fire in Kalshi slum spreads rapidly, fire service struggles with water supply
The fire that broke out in the capital's Kalshi slum is spreading rapidly, and the Fire Service is facing difficulties due to a water shortage, hampering efforts to bring the blaze under control.
Fire breaks out in Kalshi slum, 5 fire service units on spot
A fire has broken out in the Kalshi slum in the capital. Five units of the Fire Service and Civil Defence are working to bring the blaze under control.
Two workers killed in fire at chip factory in Badda
Two workers have been killed in a fire at a chip factory on the cemetery road in East Badda, capital. The deceased have been identified as Mahmudul Hasan, 23, and Mostafa Mia, 21.
DMP warns of fake SMS about traffic fines
Dhaka Metropolitan Police has urged citizens to be cautious about fake SMS messages circulating on social media and mobile phones regarding traffic fines. Police have stated that these messages are completely fabricated and false.
25pc metro rail fare discount for elderly, disabled from Monday
Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited will introduce a 25 per cent special discount on single journey tickets for senior citizens and persons with disabilities from Monday, May 25.
10-storied building catches fire in Mohammadpur
A fire has broken out on the top floor of a 10-storey building in Mohammadpur, capital. The building is located opposite Japan Garden City near the Agriculture Market.
DMP's special instructions to make Eid journey comfortable
The Traffic Division of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has issued special instructions to public transport owners-workers, passengers and pedestrians to ensure a safe and smooth Eid journey for millions of people heading home on the occasion of the upcoming holy Eid-ul-Azha.