Govt allocates over Tk33.87 crore for blanket distribution
Approximately 6,79,000 blankets procured from the Chief Adviser’s (CA’s) relief fund have already been distributed
Govt grants extension to constitution, election reform commissions until mid-January
The interim government has extended the terms of the Constitution Reform Commission and Election System Reform Commission until 15 January, with no proposals submitted by the commissions by the end of 2024
Pak foreign minister likely to visit Bangladesh next month
In a significant diplomatic development following Sheikh Hasina’s ouster last August, Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar is set to visit Bangladesh next month, marking the first such visit in 12 years
Gas crisis worsens in Dhaka, residents endure long daily shortages
Gas shortages in Dhaka have reached a critical level, with many areas experiencing little to no supply for prolonged periods, as repairs on the LNG terminal exacerbate the ongoing crisis
Chillier days ahead as rain looms over the horizon: BMD
Bangladesh shivers under biting cold, with the meteorological office predicting potential rainfall and a further dip in temperature in the coming days
Govt issues directive to maintain harmony at Tablighi centres nationwide
The government has called on followers of Maulana Mohammad Zubaer and Maulana Saad to maintain harmony at Tablighi centres, emphasising peaceful coexistence following recent clashes
4 dead, 20 injured in separate crashes on Dhaka-Mawa expressway
Two separate accidents on the Dhaka-Mawa expressway have resulted in the deaths of four individuals and injuries to at least 20 others, highlighting safety concerns amid heavy fog conditions
Tremors from 5.0 magnitude earthquake felt in parts of Bangladesh
A 5.0 magnitude earthquake in Nagaland triggered tremors in parts of Bangladesh, including Sylhet and Cumilla, prompting social media discussions
Army chief visits BNP chairperson to inquire about her health
Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman, accompanied by his spouse, visited BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia's Gulshan residence, spending 40 minutes checking on her health
Questions arise over justification as state-owned LP Gas Ltd seeks price hike amid profits
LP Gas Limited has proposed increasing the price of its 12.5kg cylinder from Tk690 to Tk850, raising debates over the justification as the company remains profitable.
Nationwide cold wave, temperatures plunge across the country
A mild cold wave sweeps through Bangladesh, with temperatures dropping to 10.2°C in northern districts; dense fog is forecasted to persist until early January
Efforts underway to modernise and digitise environment department: Rizwana Hasan
"Clearances will only be granted following rigorous verification and scrutiny,"
Nahid urges secretaries to prevent lobbying in govt offices
In the letter, the adviser expressed concerns over unscrupulous people using his name or claiming familial ties with him to influence various government offices for personal gain
Kazi Nazrul Islam officially recognised as national poet
"This decision reflects the heartfelt wishes of the people, and we are deeply grateful,"
UPDF member killed in army-led operation in Rangamati: ISPR
The joint forces recovered an M-16 assault rifle, 90 rounds of rifle ammunition, two rounds of MG/sniper ammunition, a walkie-talkie, and 12 mobile phones from the scene
Bangladesh, India to exchange 185 detained fishermen Sunday: Touhid
“If everything (formalities) goes as per schedule, the exchange of the fishermen will be held on Sunday,”
Ministry to reconsider applications of excluded 43rd BCS candidates
This decision follows the issuance of a directive on Thursday, which opens the opportunity for all excluded candidates to apply for a review
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