Shaukat Hossain Sarkar has been officially appointed as the Administrator of Gazipur City Corporation. A senior leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) in Gazipur Metropolitan, Sarkar’s extensive experience in local government and his established political reputation were cited as key factors behind his selection for this critical administrative role. Political and Family Background Hailing […]

Teenage gang activity in Dhaka has reached an alarming level, prompting renewed concern among residents and law enforcement agencies. According to data from Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP), at least 127 juvenile gangs are currently active across various police station jurisdictions in the capital. These groups are allegedly involved in a wide spectrum of serious crimes, […]

Online applications for death registration have been temporarily suspended across the country since 21 November, following concerns over data security within the registration system operated under the Local Government Division. The suspension has now entered its third month, disrupting three core services: submission of new online applications, printing of application forms, and reprinting of certificates. […]

Across Canada, profound reverence, dignity, and solemn respect marked the observance of Amar Ekushey and International Mother Language Day 2026. Bangladeshi expatriates demonstrated their enduring love for their language and heritage through a series of discussions, cultural programmes, and commemorative gatherings held in various cities. Celebration at the High Commission in Ottawa In the nation’s […]

Religious extremism in Bangladesh has reached a level that experts describe as deeply concerning. Activities promoting radical ideologies are increasingly visible both online and offline, while extremist narratives are gradually normalising within society. Their influence is amplified by growing networks, active engagement, and a rising number of followers. A December 2025 report by Canadian research […]

A devastating accident in Chakaria, Cox’s Bazar, claimed the life of an eight-year-old boy on Sunday afternoon, leaving the local community in profound grief and outrage. The child, identified as Khaled Bin Walid, was tragically struck by a vehicle within the convoy of local Member of Parliament Alamgir Mohammad Mahfuz Ullah Farid. The collision occurred […]