Cox’s Bazar deserted despite massive discounts
Cox’s Bazar deserted despite massive discounts

Coxs Bazar, usually bustling with tourists, has turned into a ghost town since the start of Ramadan, as visitors stay away to focus on religious observances. Despite deep discounts on hotel rooms, the beach city remains largely empty. More than two-thirds of Ramadan has passed, yet Coxs Bazar...

Railway spends 2.5 taka for every 1 taka earned
Railway spends 2.5 taka for every 1 taka earned

The Bangladesh Railway sector is trapped in a perpetual cycle of financial losses. Despite increased spending to manage public transportation, revenues have not kept pace, resulting in mounting deficits. The expenditure on running the railway system has now reached more than two and a half times...

Travel ban imposed on Papon, his family
Travel ban imposed on Papon, his family

A Dhaka court imposed a travel ban on Nazmul Hassan Papon, former President of the Bangladesh Cricket board (BCB) and five members of his family, in connection with a graft case, reports UNB. Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Md Zakir Hossain on Sunday passed the order following a petition...

Travel ban imposed on Hasina, her members
Travel ban imposed on Hasina, her members

A Dhaka court on Tuesday imposed a travel ban on fascist prime minister Sheikh Hasina and her family members for their alleged involvement in corruption, reports UNB. Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Zakir Hossain Galib passed the order after hearing a petition filed by the...

Travel ban imposed on ex-RU VC Abdus Sobhan
Travel ban imposed on ex-RU VC Abdus Sobhan

A Dhaka court on Monday imposed a travel ban on former Rajshahi University (RU) Vice Chancellor Dr M Abdus Sobhan. Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Md Zakir Hossain Ghalib passed the order in reply to the plea of the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). ACC Deputy Director (Public...

Travel ban imposed on Salman F Rahman, family
Travel ban imposed on Salman F Rahman, family

A Dhaka court imposed a travel ban on Salman F Rahman, the former private industry affairs adviser to ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, and four members of his family including his wife Syed Rubaba Rahman. The three other people, who have been barred from leaving the country are -- Salmans...

Travel ban imposed on ex-DAG Rupa
Travel ban imposed on ex-DAG Rupa

A Dhaka court on Sunday imposed a travel ban on former Deputy Attorney General (DAG) Jannatul Ferdousi Rupa over corruption allegations. Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Md Zakir Hossain Galib passed the order, allowing a petition of the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). Confirming the...

Travel ban imposed on ex-IGP Nur Mohammad, his wife
Travel ban imposed on ex-IGP Nur Mohammad, his wife

A Dhaka court on Tuesday imposed a travel ban on former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Nur Mohammad and his wife Ismat Ara Begum. Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Md Zakir Hossain (Galib) issued the order following a petition filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) on February...

Travel embargo imposed on ex-JP minister Chunnu, wife
Travel embargo imposed on ex-JP minister Chunnu, wife

A court today (February 12) imposed a travel ban on JatiyaParty (JP) Secretary General and former State Minister for Labour andEmployment Md Mujibul Haque Chunnu and his wife Roksana Qader over graftallegations. Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Zakir Hossain Galib passed the...

US-Bangla Airlines Dhaka Travel Mart 2025 starts Thursday
US-Bangla Airlines Dhaka Travel Mart 2025 starts Thursday

The 20th edition of three-day international tourism fair, US-Bangla Airlines Dhaka Travel Mart 2025, is commencing on Thursday, at the Ball Room of Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel in the capital. The event, organized by The Bangladesh Monitor, will be formally inaugurated by cultural affairs adviser...

Travel ban imposed on ex-minister Mozammel, 3 others over graft charges
Travel ban imposed on ex-minister Mozammel, 3 others over graft charges

A Dhaka court has barred former Liberation War Affairs Minister AKM Mozammel Haque and three others from leaving the country amid graft investigations by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), reports BSS. The other individuals facing travel restrictions are former additional secretary Farid...

Tourist travel to St Martin’s suspended for 9 months
Tourist travel to St Martin’s suspended for 9 months

Tourist travel to St Martins, a coral-rich island located in Teknaf, Coxs Bazar, will be suspended for nine months starting February 1, according to a decision from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. The closure will remain in effect until November 2025, reports UNB....

British sci-fi classic ‘Doctor Who’ gears up for bold new adventures
British sci-fi classic ‘Doctor Who’ gears up for bold new adventures

The iconic British sci-fi series Doctor Who is poised for an exhilarating new chapter, blending timeless adventure with fresh, innovative storytelling. Known for captivating generations with its mix of suspense, humor, and heart, the series is stepping into a groundbreaking era under a historic...

Travel ban imposed on ex-ministers Shahab Uddin, Jakob
Travel ban imposed on ex-ministers Shahab Uddin, Jakob

A Dhaka court on Tuesday imposed travel ban on former environment, forest and climate change minister Md Shahab Uddin, his son Zakir Hossain Jumon and former deputy minister for environment and forests Abdullah Al Islam Jakob over graft allegations. Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Zakir...

Chinese tourists cancel Thai trips amid safety concerns
Chinese tourists cancel Thai trips amid safety concerns

Concerns over safety in Thailand have led to a surge in cancellations from Chinese tour groups ahead of the Chinese New Year holiday. Independent travelers are also showing slower booking patterns due to heightened fears. Recently, Hong Kong-based singer and actor Eason Chan canceled his concert...

US-Bangla Airlines becomes title sponsor of Dhaka Travel Mart 2025
US-Bangla Airlines becomes title sponsor of Dhaka Travel Mart 2025

Leading private sector airline of the country US-Bangla Airlines joins the 20th edition of the international tourism fair Dhaka Travel Mart 2025 as the title sponsor. The 3-day fair, organized by The Bangladesh Monitor, premier travel and tourism publication will be held between from February 6...

New travel app Vromonika listed for seamless trip to Cox's Bazar
New travel app Vromonika listed for seamless trip to Cox's Bazar

Coxs Bazar, home to the worlds longest natural beach, is one of Bangladeshs most popular tourist destinations, attracting millions of visitors every year. To enhance the travel experience for both local and international tourists, the District Administration of Coxs Bazar has launched the Vromonika...