- PM unveils book on President Ziaur Rahman
- ‘Think twice’: Iran’s army warns against any ‘miscalculation’ by US, Israel
- Govt won’t tolerate any attempt to damage country’s image: Home Minister
- Measles-like symptoms claim 5 more lives in 24 hrs
- Bangladesh enacts new anti-online gambling law
- Palestinian Ambassador calls on PM's Foreign Affairs Advisor
- Mohammad Monirul Islam becomes ACC DG
- Nazrul's pen was sharp weapon against colonial rule, oppression: PM
- China's Z.ai stirs 'mini DeepSeek moment' with low-cost AI model GLM-5.2
- Dhaka-Beijing defence ties part of broader cooperation: Envoy
- Don't ignore Grade 1 fatty liver, experts urge
- Teachers must choose: Job or local elections
- Senegal robbed of victory, says Ibrahimovic
- Bangladesh urges stronger global cooperation against terrorism at UN
- Cabinet body to finalise draft amendments to Cyber Security Act
- Govt developing "Tree Monitoring App" to track afforestation
- PM urges protection of animals, inclusive and safe society
- Trauma centers remain idle across country
- 600 foreign journalists to cover funeral of Ayatollah Khamenei
- Health state minister, BIDA and NBR chiefs take up new roles
DPE orders playgrounds for primary schools ahead of mandatory sports classes
The Directorate of Primary Education (DPE) has directed education officials to ensure playgrounds in government primary schools as sports are set to become a compulsory part of the national curriculum from Class 4, reports BSS. The directive was issued through an office order by the directorates...
Seven more children die with measles symptoms
Seven more children have died with symptoms of measles in the country, raising the number of suspected measles-related deaths to 584 since March 15 this year. The information was released on Saturday by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). According to the report, no deaths from...
Measles toll rises as four new suspected deaths recorded in 24 hrs
Four more children showing symptoms consistent with measles have died in the 24 hours leading up to 8:00 am on Sunday, raising Bangladeshs total number of confirmed and suspected measles-related deaths to 652. The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) has revealed the latest information....
Ministry not satisfied with Ad-Din Hospital's explanation, action under review
Health Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain on Wednesday said he was not satisfied with the explanation submitted by Ad-Din Hospital regarding the deaths of six newborns and indicated that further action may be taken following a review. Speaking to reporters at the Secretariat, the minister said...
All upazila health complexes set for expansion to 101 beds
The government has launched an initiative to upgrade all upazila health complexes across the country into 101-bed facilities to strengthen the healthcare system and improve medical services at the grassroots level. To this end, the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) on June 3 issued...
Rising energy costs deepen economic strain on people: CPD
Inflationary pressure in the country has intensified further due to the increase in fuel prices. Electricity tariffs were raised again last Wednesday, making it even more difficult for ordinary people to manage their household expenses. The observations were made on Thursday at a press...
ICC appoints Dr Ros Rivaz as independent director
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has appointed Dr Ros Rivaz as an Independent Director for an initial three-year term, with the option of extending her tenure for a further three years, reports Cricbuzz. Dr Rivaz currently serves as Chair of Anglian Water and UK Companies House and holds...
Bangladesh, UN-Habitat discuss climate-resilient urban planning
A Bangladesh delegation held an important and productive meeting with senior officials of the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), the UN agency for housing and sustainable urban development, focusing on sustainable, inclusive and climate-resilient urban development. The...
Asif Nazrul’s intervention leads to Simeen’s discharge
Former fascist Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and former Law Adviser to the interim government Asif Nazrul allegedly intervened to secure the acquittal of Transcom Group Managing Director Simeen Rahman in all cases, including one related to the killing of her brother. A major controversy has erupted...
Six more die of measles symptoms across country
Six more people have died from measles and its related symptoms across the country in the last 24 hours. During the same period, 1,517 new cases of measles and related symptoms were reported nationwide. The information was disclosed in the regular daily report issued by the Directorate...
Ex-FBI Director charged with threatening Trump's life in Instagram post
Former FBI Director James Comey has been charged with threateningthe life of US President Donald Trump, a formal accusation that stems from an imagehebriefly shared on social media, reports BBC. The image posted on Instagram last year showed seashells forming the numbers 86 47. Eighty-six is a...