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Narsingdi Police Arrest 19 in Major Drug Raid

Shourav Biswas | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comMarch 11, 2026

In a sustained 24-hour operation in the Siddhirganj police precinct of Narsingdi, law enforcement authorities have apprehended 19 individuals involved in drug trafficking, theft, and gambling-related offences. The raid, conducted across multiple high-risk locations, also resulted in the seizure of a substantial quantity of illegal narcotics. Among the items confiscated were 157 packets of heroin, […]

Two-Century-Old Six-Dome Mosque Preserved

Samiur Rahman Ratul | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comMarch 11, 2026

Standing as a silent witness to history, the six-dome mosque of Cherraghat in Kalarao, Satkhira, is one of the region’s most ancient and historically significant monuments. Revered not only for its religious function but also as a cultural heritage site, the mosque has endured nearly two centuries, preserving the architectural and spiritual legacy of the […]

Security Clamp Around Parliament Session

Shourav Biswas | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comMarch 11, 2026

Authorities in Bangladesh have imposed sweeping restrictions on public gatherings in several key areas of the capital ahead of the inaugural sitting of the 13th Jatiya Sangsad, aiming to ensure security and maintain public order during the parliamentary session. The decision was announced by the Dhaka Metropolitan Police in a public notice issued on Wednesday. […]

Six Months’ Jail for Killing Pet Cat

Samiur Rahman Ratul | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comMarch 11, 2026

A court in Dhaka has sentenced a man to six months’ imprisonment for brutally killing a neighbour’s pet cat in the capital’s Mohammadpur area, a case that has drawn public attention to the issue of animal cruelty in Bangladesh. The court also imposed a fine of Tk 10,000, with an additional one month of imprisonment […]

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Bapparaj: Icon of Unrequited Love

Samiur Rahman Ratul | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comMarch 11, 2026

For audiences of Bangladeshi cinema in the 1990s, the name Bapparaj evokes a deep sense of nostalgia and emotion. Known for portraying characters marked by heartbreak, sacrifice, and quiet devotion, he carved out a unique place in the history of Dhallywood. Through restrained performances and expressive screen presence, Bapparaj became synonymous with the archetype of […]

Dhaka Metropolitan Police Implements Special Traffic Plan for Parliament

Yaman Ahmed Jim Sub-Editor (News Desk) | glive24.comMarch 11, 2026

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) have announced comprehensive traffic management measures for the first session of the fifteenth National Parliament on Thursday, 12 March, to facilitate smooth movement around the Parliament area. In a press release issued on Wednesday, 11 March, Deputy Police Commissioner Muhammad Talebur Rahman, of the DMP’s Media and Public Relations Division, […]

Compliance Pressures Mount on Asia’s Wealth Insurers

Yaman Ahmed Jim Sub-Editor (News Desk) | glive24.comMarch 11, 2026

Insurers serving Asia’s ultra-high-net-worth families are facing rising regulatory and operational challenges as authorities tighten scrutiny over cross-border wealth transfers. Stricter anti-money laundering (AML) frameworks and expanded beneficial ownership disclosure requirements are slowing client onboarding, complicating the issuance of high-premium insurance policies, and increasing administrative costs, industry experts report. “Families with assets spanning Singapore, Hong […]

Bashir Ahmed Honoured with Posthumous Independence Award

Samiur Rahman Ratul | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comMarch 11, 2026

In recognition of his extraordinary contributions to the nation’s music and film industry, legendary singer Bashir Ahmed has been posthumously awarded the Independence Award 2026 by the Government of Bangladesh. The announcement was confirmed in a press release issued by the Cabinet Division on Thursday, 5 March. According to the release, a total of 15 […]

IDRA Under Fire Over Mandal CEO Controversy

Yaman Ahmed Jim Sub-Editor (News Desk) | glive24.comMarch 11, 2026

The Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority (IDRA) has come under scrutiny following allegations of procedural misconduct in the prolonged legal and administrative dispute involving Dr. Bishwajit Kumar Mandal. The case has raised serious questions about regulatory assurances, governance practices, and executive accountability in the insurance sector. Background of the Dispute Dr. Mandal was removed as […]

Government Seeks Alternative Petroleum Sources

Yaman Ahmed Jim Sub-Editor (News Desk) | glive24.comMarch 11, 2026

To address potential fuel shortages, the government is actively exploring alternative sources for petroleum imports in March. Each vessel carries approximately 25,000–30,000 tonnes of fuel, with a total of sixteen shipments planned. However, ongoing regional conflicts have created uncertainties, and supply schedules may be delayed. In response, authorities are seeking additional imports outside existing contracts, […]

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