Sheikh Robiul Alam, the Minister of Road Transport and Bridges, Railways, and Maritime Transport, has assured that no extra fares will be levied, nor will there be any opportunity for extortion on the roads during the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr travel period. The government, along with relevant authorities, will actively monitor the situation to ensure compliance. The […]

The death toll from the catastrophic fire at N Alam Filling Station in the Kalatali area of Cox’s Bazar has risen to three, following the passing of Motaher early Thursday morning (5 March) at the burn unit of Chittagong Medical College (ChMC) Hospital. Motaher’s demise was confirmed by his nephew, Md. Hridoy Babu, who stated […]

In a startling incident in the New Bridge area under Baklia Police Station, three fish traders have alleged that they were robbed of Tk 66,000 by an individual posing as a police officer. The event has raised concerns, particularly as a police patrol vehicle was reportedly stationed nearby at the time, yet no intervention occurred. […]

In a startling incident in Lakshmipur’s Kushakhali Union, a local farmer leader was implicated in a burglary, sparking widespread concern among residents. The episode came to light after CCTV footage of the crime circulated widely on social media, prompting his immediate expulsion from the local farmers’ association. The incident occurred in the early hours of […]

In a significant diplomatic engagement today in Dhaka, leaders of Jamaat-e-Islami held discussions with Paul Kapur, the United States Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, articulating the party’s stance on trade and parliamentary matters. Following the meeting, Jamaat’s Deputy Amir and Deputy Leader of the Opposition in the Jatiya Sangsad, Syed […]

Some discoveries quietly transform human history, saving countless lives without fanfare. One such revolutionary breakthrough is the development of Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS), a simple yet lifesaving remedy against fatal diseases such as diarrhoea and cholera. At the heart of this discovery lies the remarkable work of Bangladeshi physician Dr Rafiqul Islam, whose dedication has […]