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Construct monument at Salanga massacre place: HC

The High Court (HC) today (June 2) ordered the authorities concerned to construct a monument at the place in Salanga, Sirajganj, where British police massacred more than 4,000 Bengalis on January 27, 1922.    A High Court division bench of Justice Mustafa Zaman Islam and

Mother-Child throat slit bodies found in Bogura hotel

Police today (June 2) recovered throat slit body of a woman and 11-month old child from a residential hotel in Bogura's Banani area. In this incident, police detained deceased Asha Moni’s, 21, husband Azizul Hauqe, 23, also a soldier of Bangladesh Army. Shajahanpur

Benazir have to return if proven guilty: Quader

Former IG Benazir Ahmed will have to return if found guilty, said Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader today (June 2). The minister said: “The government will not compromise on Benazir’s issue. If found guilty, Benazir has to return home.”

Two killed as truck hits pickup van in Mawna

Two people were killed and another was injured as a pickup van lost control over its steering and collided head on with a truck in Jaina bazaar area on the Mawna Highway of Sripur upazila of Gazipur today (June 2). The deceased were- pickup driver Chanchal Roy, 30 and Ripon, 35.

Mild heat wave sweeps over parts of Bangladesh

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) today (June 2) said the mild heat wave that is sweeping over sixteen districts across the country, may abate from some places. According to the BMD weather bulletin, mild heat wave is sweeping over the districts of Dhaka, Tangail,

Bangladesh to work with those countries helping with its advancement

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today (June 2) said Bangladesh would instead work with those countries that will help in Dhaka's journey towards development and prosperity, not taking into consideration who engages in war with whom. She said: "I first consider the development of

Advance train ticket sale for Eid-ul-Azha begins

Bangladesh Railway has started selling advance train tickets today (June 2), ahead of Eid-ul-Azha. Advance tickets for western zone routes became available online at 8 am. According to Kamalapur Railway Station sources, in the first hour, tickets for the Rangpur section were sold

DMP arrests 23, files 20 cases in 24-hr anti-narcotics drive

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP), in different operations in the last 24 hours till 6 am Sunday (June 2), arrested 23 persons for their alleged involvement in selling and consuming drugs. Being informed, the DMP’s police and detective units conducted the anti-drug campaign in

MP Azim murder: West Bengal CID forms special investigation team

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of West Bengal has formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) — to be led by an IG, three DIGs and 10 to 12 other officers — to probe the murder of Bangladeshi lawmaker, Anwar Azim Anar on May 13.  Besides ensuring quick

3-month ban on fishing, tourism in Sundarbans begins 

A three-month ban on fishing and tourism in the Sundarbans began today (June 1) to ensure the safe breeding and movement of fish and wild animals. Forest officials stated that the movement of all types of vessels, including boats and fishing trawlers in the rivers and canals, as well

Rain likely in parts of country: Met office

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) today (June 1) predicted light to moderate rainfall with temporary gusty wind with moderately heavy falls at different places over the country. According to the BMD weather bulletin, light to moderate rain or thundershowers accompanied by

Bangladesh needs $876b to implement climate action plans: Saber

Bangladesh needs US$ 876 billion to implement its ambitious climate action plans and that is why international cooperation is crucial in this regard. Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury today (June 1) also said the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) of

MP Anar murder key suspect Siam held in Nepal, DB team on way 

Md Siam Hossain, a key suspect in MP Anwarul Azim Anar murder case, has been arrested in Nepal. Nepalese police arrested Siam Hossain in Kathmandu on Thursday, May 30. Meanwhile, a team of Detective Branch (DB) of police left Dhaka for Nepal this morning as part of the investigation

DMP arrests 19, files 12 cases in 24-hr anti-narcotics drive

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP), in different operations in the last 24 hours till 6 am Saturday (June 1), arrested 19 persons for their alleged involvement in selling and consuming drugs. Being informed, the DMP’s police and detective units conducted the anti-drug campaign

‘Ex-IGP Benazir in Singapore’

Former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Benazir Ahmed along with his wife has reportedly left Bangladesh for Singapore amid an inquiry by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) into his alleged illegal wealth. The ex-IGP and his wife left the country on a flight of Singapore Airlines on

Govt increases fuel prices in line with global market

The government decided to raise the price of diesel, kerosene, gasoline, and octane in line with the global market due to devaluation of Taka against US dollar. The new prices will come into effect on June 1 (tomorrow), according to a press release issued on Friday (May 31). At the

2 killed as pickup-autorickshaw crash in B'bari

Two youths were killed and two others injured in a collision between a pickup van and autorickshaw in Brahmanbaria on Friday (May 31) morning. The incident happened at 10.15 am on the Cumilla-Sylhet highway at Suhilpur area of the upazila. The deceased are - Shamsu Mia, 24, son of

No Myanmar citizen will be allowed in Bangladesh: Home Minster

Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan today (May 31) said that no one from Myanmar will be allowed to enter in Bangladesh. He made the remark while talking to reporters after a law and order meeting on the Rohingya camps at the Hilltop Circuit House in Cox's Bazar at 11:00pm. Home

BB allows banks to utilize CSR to boost digital transactions

Bangladesh Bank (BB) today (May 31) said banks can utilize Social Responsibility (CSR) funds to encourage digital transactions from June 1 this year to June 31, 2025. A directive in this regard was issued by the Central Bank and copy of the same was forwarded to the managing directors

Sonali chicken, onion price soar, Hilsha reduces slightly

The prices of Sonali chicken and onions have witnessed hike over the course of a week in the Dhaka’s market.  On the other hand price of the hilsa fish has dropped slightly due to growth in production.  The information has been observed after visiting the