A critical patient has died at Sher-e-Bangla Medical College Hospital in Barisal following allegations that a staff member removed her oxygen mask to move her trolley for a bribe. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday afternoon, 13 May 2026, sparked significant unrest within the hospital premises, leading to the immediate suspension of the accused employee. […]

In the Kalia Upazila of Narail district, a cross-bred Friesian-Sahiwal bull, appropriately named Bahubali, has become a focal point of interest ahead of the upcoming Eid-ul-Adha. Raised at the “Rahul-Riya Agro Farm” in Khororia Minapara, the bull weighs approximately 1,100 kilograms (equivalent to 28 maunds). The farm owner, Ripon Mia, has set an asking price […]

The first funeral prayer (Janaza) for the former Minister for Housing and Public Works, Mosharraf Hossain, was held today, Thursday, at 11:00 am at the Jamiatul Falah National Mosque premises in Chittagong. The ceremony drew thousands of mourners, including political leaders from various parties, business professionals, and members of the general public. Security was significantly […]

In a definitive measure to reinforce institutional transparency and eliminate potential conflicts of interest, Bangladesh Bank has introduced a rigorous prohibition on its staff regarding industry-funded professional activities. According to an official directive issued by the central bank on Wednesday, officials and employees are now strictly forbidden from participating in training programmes, seminars, and workshops […]