Dhaka South City Corporation
How was crores of taka’s fuel spent when Nagar Bhaban closed
Cars did not run; but fuel was spent—fuel worth crores of taka. Such an affair could be considered ghostly; but surely no invisible force was driving the Nagar Bhaban cars in the capital. They were driven by the officials of the institution. But the question is, why were they driving during the 40 days it was closed?
Give burial space for unclaimed bodies
Death is a tragic and inevitable fate of life. But unlike other living beings, human death demands respect and funeral rites. Nothing could be more unfortunate than being deprived of that. For many, even after death, no loved one mourns them. These unidentified bodies are labelled as “unclaimed”. They remain neglected in hospital morgues. Many of these bodies in Dhaka are buried with the help of the voluntary welfare organisation Anjuman Mofidul Islam. But this time, even burial space is not available for many unclaimed bodies due to the rigid stance of the two city corporations. While Anjuman Mofidul Islam carries out the burial of unclaimed bodies, it is the two city corporations that provide the land and bear the cost.
Why does money spent on river, canal excavation go down the drain
The Views Bangladesh published an editorial on May 24 noting that despite spending thousands of crores of taka, the navigability of the Old Brahmaputra River could not be restored. Even after the project’s deadline passed, the work remained incomplete, and crores of taka were embezzled. On May 25 (Sunday), news reports revealed that after spending Tk 30 crore, the Old Buriganga channel has again turned into a garbage dump.
Politics in troubled water: A portrait of turbulent times
The ambiguity, uncertainty, and tension building up in politics are not just a series of events—they form the portrait of the times. They reflect the deep-seated weaknesses, contradictions, and instability in our system of governance. Almost a year has passed since the change of government, yet we have failed to formulate a clear outline, timeline, or a responsible political narrative. Instead, a complex picture of uncertainty, irresponsibility, and opaque practices is becoming clear. Observing the sequence of events, many are saying that this is part of an invisible plan, the purpose of which is to muddy the waters and achieve personal interests. The reality is that some force is either trying to turn this muddy water into their playground or is a participant in this plan—is there any doubt about that? The government which was considered the most acceptable and powerful is now, even before completing 10 months, clearly showing signs of weakness. The lack of policy clarity, confusion in decision-making, and absence of political goodwill have raised public questions—is this government even aware of where it is heading?
I have successfully controlled dengue: Mayor Tapas
He said, “Prior to my assumption of charge, mosquito control activities were being conducted with 551 fogger machines, 431 hand-operated machines and 17 wheelbarrow machines. In the last four years, we have purchased 535 new fogger machines, 600 manual machines and 29 wheelbarrow machines.”
Authorities' information on number of dengue cases is false: Sayeed Khokon
Former Mayor and Member of Parliament for Dhaka-6, Mohammad Sayeed Khokon, has claimed that the current authorities of Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) have provided false information regarding the number of dengue cases.
Urban afforestation project will be implemented in Dhaka: Saber Hossain
Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury has declared the initiation of the Urban Afforestation Project (UAP) in Dhaka with the goal of ensuring a tolerable temperature.
No cattle market allowed at Aftabnagar: HC
The High Court on Wednesday (May 8) stayed the leasing process to set up cattle market at Aftabnagar in the capital on the occasion of the holy Eid-ul-Azha. Consequently, lawyers stated that there would be no cattle market set up in Aftabnagar before Eid-ul-Azha this year.
DSCC fires 3 employees over student’s death being hit by garbage truck
The Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) has sacked three employees on charges of negligence of duty over the death of a student of Motijheel Ideal School who died after being hit by a garbage truck in Mugda area in the capital.
Eid jamaat to be held at 8:30am at National Eidgah
DSCC Mayor Barrister Sheikh Fazle Noor Taposh will inspect overall preparations at 11am tomorrow at the National Eidgah.