The Government of Bangladesh has unveiled an ambitious programme of administrative reforms aimed at making it significantly easier, faster, and more investment-friendly to start a business in the country. The announcement was made by Trade Minister Khondkar Abdul Muktadir, who highlighted that the existing bureaucratic framework has historically created substantial delays for entrepreneurs. According to […]

A further child has died at Mymensingh Medical College Hospital within the past 24 hours amid an escalating outbreak of measles-like symptoms, bringing the total number of child fatalities at the facility to 52. Hospital authorities have described the situation as increasingly concerning, citing a sustained influx of new patients alongside mounting pressure on paediatric […]

Police in Lakshmipur’s Ramganj have arrested a teacher and a student in connection with the death of an eighth-grade pupil, Mehedi Hasan, an incident that has triggered widespread shock and unrest in the locality. The accused were produced before the court on Monday as investigators intensified efforts to uncover the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. According […]

A violent confrontation between residents of two villages in the Pangsha Upazila of Rajbari District has left one man dead and several others injured, following a prolonged dispute over land ownership and local influence. The incident escalated into widespread unrest involving retaliation, vandalism, looting, and arson, prompting heightened tension across the area. The deceased, Jamin […]

In response to heightened concerns over potential political gatherings, processions and rallies linked to the founding anniversary of the Awami League, the government has decided to deploy the army across six key districts, including the capital. The move comes amid apprehensions of possible unrest and attempts to disrupt public order through unauthorised demonstrations. According to […]