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Dhaka University Student Union President Hospitalised

News Desk, GLive24.comFebruary 20, 2026

The President of the Dhaka University Branch of the Student Union, Meghmollar Basu, was admitted to Sohrawardi Medical College Hospital on Friday afternoon in a critical condition following an apparent suicide attempt. The alarming news was confirmed by Zaber Ahmed Jubel, General Secretary of the Revolutionary Student Unity (Biplobi Chhatra Maitree), who indicated that Basu’s […]

Life Insurance Sector Faces Severe Crisis

News Desk, GLive24.comFebruary 20, 2026

The country’s life insurance industry is currently grappling with a serious crisis. Public confidence in the sector has plummeted, largely due to mismanagement, corruption, and irregularities in five major life insurance companies. According to industry data, the total unsettled insurance claims across all 36 life insurance companies in the country amount to BDT 4,375 crore. […]

Bangladesh Moves to Strengthen Insurance Oversight

News Desk, GLive24.comFebruary 20, 2026

The Bangladesh Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority (IDRA) is set to acquire direct powers to inspect and seize documents and assets from insurance companies, under proposed amendments to the Insurance Act, 2010. The reforms aim to enhance governance, transparency, and accountability within the country’s insurance sector, which has long faced issues of irregularities and malpractice. […]

Lemon Prices Soar Across Bangladesh During Ramadan

News Desk, GLive24.comFebruary 20, 2026

On the first day of Ramadan, consumers across Dhaka and other major markets in Bangladesh were met with an unprecedented surge in lemon prices. Social media was abuzz with posts lamenting, “How much is a hali of lemons?” — a reflection of the frustration of buyers as the citrus fruit’s price climbed to levels comparable […]

Grian Chatten Covers Massive Attack for Peaky Blinders Film

News Desk, GLive24.comFebruary 20, 2026

Irish post-punk band Fontaines D.C. frontman Grian Chatten has lent his voice to a new cover of Massive Attack’s iconic track “Angel” for the soundtrack of the forthcoming film adaptation, Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man. The movie, a cinematic extension of the acclaimed Peaky Blinders series, is set for theatrical release on 3 March, with […]

Sirajganj Authorities Foil Horse Meat Smuggling

News Desk, GLive24.comFebruary 20, 2026

In a decisive move against illegal meat trafficking, local authorities in Kazipur, Sirajganj, have apprehended two individuals transporting horse meat to Dhaka. A mobile court subsequently sentenced both to two months’ rigorous imprisonment and imposed fines of BDT 1,000 each. The operation took place on the morning of Friday, 20 February, at Meghai Ghat along […]

Strict Security Guidelines for Shaheed Minar Commemorations

News Desk, GLive24.comFebruary 20, 2026

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Sheikh Md. Sajjat Ali has issued comprehensive directives regarding security and traffic management for the International Mother Language and Shaheed Day observances at the central Shaheed Minar in Dhaka. Speaking at a press briefing on Friday morning, 20 February, at the monument, the Commissioner outlined detailed measures to ensure the […]

Sheikh Robiul Alam Sparks Controversy Over “Toll” Comments

News Desk, GLive24.comFebruary 20, 2026

Bangladesh’s Minister of Road Transport and Bridges, Sheikh Robiul Alam, has come under widespread scrutiny following his recent remarks regarding the collection of funds on the roads, often referred to as “tolls.” Speaking at a public event, the minister stated, “The money collected on the roads, which is often called toll, I do not consider […]

India-Pakistan Clash Breaks Digital Viewing Records

News Desk, GLive24.comFebruary 20, 2026

The highly anticipated India versus Pakistan encounter in the ICC T20 World Cup has shattered digital viewership records, reaffirming the unmatched global appeal of this historic cricket rivalry. According to Reliance JioStar, the official digital and broadcast partner of the International Cricket Council (ICC), the match attracted an astonishing 163 million viewers on its platforms, marking the […]

Ramadan First Friday Spurs Price Hike in Markets

News Desk, GLive24.comFebruary 20, 2026

Ahead of the first Friday of Ramadan, the capital’s markets are experiencing a notable surge in the prices of fish, meat, and essential groceries, driven by holiday demand and preparations for iftar gatherings. Consumers are paying significantly more, particularly for golden poultry, beef, and certain mid-range fish varieties, with increases ranging from 20 to 50 […]

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Dhaka University Student Union President Hospitalised

Life Insurance Sector Faces Severe Crisis

Bangladesh Moves to Strengthen Insurance Oversight

Lemon Prices Soar Across Bangladesh During Ramadan

Grian Chatten Covers Massive Attack for Peaky Blinders Film

Sirajganj Authorities Foil Horse Meat Smuggling

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