The Daulatpur Jute Press and Baling Workers Union of Khulna has held a protest march and sit-in program demanding the lifting of the unconditional ban on raw jute by the Jute Ministry and compensation for the workers during the work stoppage without notice.Khulna City Corporation Administrator Nazrul Islam Manju went to the BJA building in ...more

Authorities expect smooth and congestion-free traffic movement on the Elenga–Jamuna Bridge highway during the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha as extensive traffic management and infrastructure improvement measures have been implemented under the SASEC Road Connectivity Project-2.According to the Bangladesh Bridge Authority (BBA), vehicles are currently moving comfortably without major disruptions on the stretch from Elenga to the eastern ...more

Dhaka recorded the eighth worst air quality in the world on Sunday morning, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) score of 111 at 9:00 AM.An AQI reading between 101 and 150 is classified as “unhealthy for sensitive groups,” indicating that children, older adults and people suffering from respiratory conditions may face health risks from extended ...more

Eid-ul-Azha holidaymakers are likely to face severe traffic congestion on highways across the country as several road repair and construction projects remain unfinished, according to Highway Police.Authorities have identified 94 accident-prone and congestion-vulnerable points on major highways nationwide. In addition, ongoing construction work and recent rainfall have disrupted traffic flow at four key entry and ...more

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon today said in the modern era, any information without data is merely a personal opinion or idea."In the absence of accurate data, any public relations or publicity strategy becomes baseless," he said. He called upon public relations officers to rely on specific and objective data in preparing any message.The ...more

Bangladesh stands at a pivotal moment in its economic history. Over the past five decades, the country has transformed from a war-ravaged nation into one of South Asia's most dynamic economies. It has built a globally competitive garment industry, achieved notable gains in agriculture and social indicators, and lifted millions out of poverty. Yet, despite these ...more

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Saturday pledged to ensure the highest punishment for the killer of the seven-year-old girl murdered in Dhaka’s Pallabi within one month, stating that the accused will face the death penalty. He made the remarks while inaugurating the 127th birth anniversary celebrations of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam in Trishal, Mymensingh. Referring to ...more

According to Section 34 (4) and 34 (6) of the Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission Act, 2003, after holding public hearings in view of the proposals of Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) and Padma Oil Company Limited (POCL), after detailed review and analysis, on 13 May 2025, the price of Jet A-1 including duty and MST and ...more

On the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha-2026, Bangladesh Ansar and Village Defense Force has organized an Eid gift distribution program for its benefiting members and employees. The closing ceremony of this initiative, which was taken with the aim of strengthening the welfare of the members and mutual harmony, was held at the force headquarters in Khilgaon, Dhaka ...more

At least 13 children died from suspected and confirmed measles infections across the country in the 24 hours till 8am Saturday, pushing the overall death toll from the ongoing outbreak above 512, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).Of the deaths, one was confirmed measles case and 12 others died from measles-related symptoms.During ...more