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Surge in Unnecessary Caesareans Threatens Maternal Health

Yaman Ahmed Jim Sub-Editor (News Desk) | glive24.comFebruary 1, 2026

Bangladesh is witnessing a dramatic increase in unnecessary caesarean deliveries, raising alarm not merely as a medical concern but as a mounting national health crisis. Recent research conducted at Ashulia Women and Children’s Hospital reveals that approximately 1.7 million children were delivered via caesarean last year, despite lacking any medical indication. According to the World […]

Fuel prices cut, new rates take effect from today

Safayet Hossain | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comFebruary 1, 2026

The government has announced a reduction in all types of fuel prices in Bangladesh, effective from today, Sunday, 1 February, aligning domestic rates with fluctuations in the global market. According to a statement issued late on Saturday, 31 January, by the Energy Division of the Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources, the prices of […]

Islami Bank Reaffirms Service Excellence Drive

Yaman Ahmed Jim Sub-Editor (News Desk) | glive24.comFebruary 1, 2026

Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC has renewed its commitment to strengthening public confidence and elevating customer satisfaction by intensifying a comprehensive service-excellence agenda across its operations. The renewed pledge was articulated at a staff conference held in Dhaka, bringing together officials and employees from three operational zones and five corporate branches, underscoring the institution’s emphasis on […]

Two Decades of Ganchil’s Musical Journey

Shourav Biswas | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comJanuary 31, 2026

Spanning the cassette-and-CD era of the 1990s to the album culture of the 2000s, and finally arriving at today’s digital age, Bangladesh’s musical landscape has witnessed profound transformations. On the evening marking the twentieth anniversary of Ganchil, one of the country’s foremost music production houses, the atmosphere brimmed with nostalgia, melody, and heartfelt emotion. Musicians, […]

IMF Warns on Lending to Weak Banks

Shourav Biswas | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comJanuary 31, 2026

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a cautionary warning to Bangladesh regarding the extension of liquidity to weak banks, urging that such measures be approached with utmost care. In tandem, the Fund has called for the full and consistent implementation of exchange rate reforms to ensure broader economic stability. Following the 2024 mass uprising […]

Mandatory Tourist Insurance in Georgia

Shourav Biswas | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comJanuary 31, 2026

From 1 January 2026, the Government of Georgia has introduced a new requirement that all foreign visitors entering the country must hold valid health and accident insurance for the entire duration of their stay. This regulation has been enacted under amendments to the Law of Georgia “On Tourism” and aims to enhance traveller protection and […]

Pakistan Postpones T20 World Cup Jersey Unveiling

Shourav Biswas | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comJanuary 31, 2026

In Lahore, eyes were on the pitch following the toss of the Pakistan–Australia Twenty20 International earlier today. According to Pakistani media reports, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had planned to unveil the team’s official T20 World Cup kit at the Gaddafi Stadium after the toss. However, the ceremony did not take place as expected. Geo […]

Bank Officers Stage Human Chain Over Promotion Demands

Shourav Biswas | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comJanuary 31, 2026

Dhaka: Staff and officers of Bangladesh’s four state-owned commercial banks—Sonali, Rupali, Janata, and Agrani—held a human chain protest on Saturday (31 January) demanding fair and regular promotions. Participants expressed frustration over the long-standing suspension of promotion processes, citing growing uncertainty, professional disadvantage, and workplace inequality as pressing concerns. The demonstration, organised in front of the […]

Indian Insurance Faces Critical Internal Challenges

Shourav Biswas | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comJanuary 31, 2026

The Indian insurance sector has witnessed robust growth over the past decade, emerging as one of the economy’s deepest institutional reservoirs of long-term capital. Yet, the Economic Survey of 2025-26 warns that internal operational inefficiencies pose a significant “risk to the core financial strength of insurers.” Private life insurers, despite healthy top-line growth, have struggled […]

Bangladesh Thrash Bhutan Twelve-Nil

Shourav Biswas | Sub-Editor | GLive24.comJanuary 31, 2026

Bangladesh, the reigning champions of the SAFF Under-19 Women’s Football Championship, launched their title defence in emphatic style, demolishing Bhutan 12-0 in the tournament’s opening match at Pokhara’s Rangashala Stadium in Nepal. From the first whistle, the Red and Greens dominated possession and territorial play, consistently breaking through Bhutan’s defensive lines under the guidance of […]

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Surge in Unnecessary Caesareans Threatens Maternal Health

Fuel prices cut, new rates take effect from today

Islami Bank Reaffirms Service Excellence Drive

Two Decades of Ganchil’s Musical Journey

IMF Warns on Lending to Weak Banks

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