Chattogram Hill Tracts remain off-limits for UK travelers, says foreign office
Chattogram Hill Tracts remain off-limits for UK travelers, says foreign office

The United Kingdom (UK) Government has reiterated its advice for citizens to avoid non-essential travel to certain areas in Bangladesh, as announced by the Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO) on Saturday. The FCDO has advised against all but essential travel to the Chattogram...

UGC issues warning against admission to 8 private universities in Bangladesh
UGC issues warning against admission to 8 private universities in Bangladesh

The University Grants Commission (UGC) of Bangladesh has cautioned prospective students against enrolling in eight private universities due to irregularities and legal issues. In a notice signed by Sultan Mahmud Bhuiyan, Director of the Private University Division, UGC stated that some of these...

Warnings of a looming crisis during Ramadan
Warnings of a looming crisis during Ramadan

Industry and trade experts fear that the country may face a significant crisis during the upcoming Ramadan. They point that political instability and complications leading to reduced imports have resulted in uncertainty in fulfilling the increased consumer demand. Analysts believe that in order to...

Dengue claims 45 lives in the first eight days of November
Dengue claims 45 lives in the first eight days of November

In the first eight days of November, 45 dengue-related deaths have been reported, signaling a concerning increase in fatalities. The Directorate General of Health Services reported that five more deaths were recorded yesterday, bringing the total death toll to 342. Meanwhile, the number of...