The government has assured full security arrangements for Tarique Rahman, the acting chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), ahead of his return to the country, according to Shafiqul Alam, Press Secretary to the Chief Adviser. Speaking at a briefing on Wednesday afternoon at the Foreign Service Academy in Dhaka, Alam said: “We welcome Mr […]

Dhaka courts have remanded three additional suspects in connection with the violent attacks on the offices of First AlO and Daily Star, which involved arson, looting, and widespread property damage. Two suspects were implicated in the First AlO case, while one was connected to the Daily Star incident. The orders were issued on Wednesday by […]

A tragic incident in the heart of the capital has once again raised serious concerns over public safety, after a young man was killed in a bomb explosion in the New Eskaton area of Dhaka on Wednesday evening. Police confirmed that the explosion occurred at approximately 7:45 pm, when an explosive device was thrown from […]

A video circulating on social media has caused a stir in Comilla’s Sadar South Upazila, showing students allegedly using textbooks during a Fazil Honours (Bachelor’s) examination at a local madrasa. The footage went viral on Tuesday, prompting the upazila administration to form a three-member investigation committee to examine the incident. The Viral Video : The […]

Chuadanga is currently experiencing a mild cold wave, which has caused temperatures to drop significantly, leaving residents struggling with the harsh conditions. On Wednesday, the district recorded its lowest temperature of the season, 10.5°C, marking a notable dip that has disrupted daily life. Impact on Residents The severe chill has posed challenges for local commuters, […]

The Government of Bangladesh has extended the Value Added Tax (VAT) exemption on metro rail services until 30 June 2026, a move aimed at promoting affordable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly urban transport in Dhaka. The announcement was made on Wednesday through a press release by the National Board of Revenue (NBR), which emphasised that the […]

In a move aimed at facilitating smoother traffic flow during a significant political event, authorities have announced that the Elevated Expressway in Dhaka will be toll-free for four hours on Thursday, 25 December. The decision coincides with the return of BNP’s acting chairman, Tarique Rahman, to the country. The announcement was made public on Wednesday, […]