‘Healthy culture key to tackling social ills’
Cultural Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury has said that unhealthy cultural practices must be countered through the promotion of healthy culture. He warned that drug...
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HSC examinee drowns in Dhaka
An HSC examinee drowned in a swimming pool in the city’s Demra area on Sunday afternoon. The deceased was identified as Md. Shakib Hossain, 22,...
Govt retires 17 top police officials
The government has sent 17 senior Bangladesh Police officers, including Deputy Inspector Generals (DIGs) and Superintendents of Police (SPs), into retirement through a gazette notification...
49 women MPs take oath
Forty-nine newly elected Members of Parliament (MPs) from reserved women’s seats in Bangladesh’s 13th National Parliament have officially taken their oath of office. The oath-taking...
Over 1.24cr sacrificial animals available for Eid-ul-Azha
The Fisheries, Livestock and Agriculture Minister Mohammad Aminur Rashid has said that more than 1.24 crore sacrificial animals are available in the country for the...
‘32 killed in Shapla Chattar crackdown’
Evidence has been found confirming that 32 people were killed at Shapla Chattar during the 2013 crackdown, according to Chief Prosecutor Aminul Islam. He said...
Women MPs from reserved seats to take oath today
Newly elected women members of parliament (MPs) from reserved seats are set to take oath on Sunday, representing their respective parties. Bangladesh Parliament Speaker Hafiz...
Farmers’ dignity key to build a stronger country
Agriculture Minister Mohammad Amin Ur Rashid yesterday said enhancing the dignity of farmers is essential for transforming Bangladesh into a stronger and economically self-reliant nation....
Imperial event celebrates photojournalism talent in Dhaka
The “Imperial Photojournalists Appreciation Awards 2026” were held in Dhaka on Saturday evening, recognising outstanding contributions to photojournalism from Bangladesh and Nepal. The event took...
Directive session of CJ, DCs on May 5
A courtesy meeting and directive session between Chief Justice Zubayer Rahman Chowdhury and divisional commissioners and deputy commissioners will be held on May 5. According...