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A mother's love, a safe school, and Dettol's helping hand

Dhaka, May 29 -- In the small village of Ramna Sarkarpara in Kurigram, a mother named Rikta Akter Banu started something truly remarkable. She is not just a mother-she's also a nurse. But above all, s... Read More


Deep depression over Northwest Bay begins crossing West Bengal-Bangladesh coast

, May 29 -- The deep depression over the Northwest Bay and adjoining area moves further northwards and starts crossing the West Bengal-Bangladesh coast between Sagar Island and Khepupara. It may move... Read More


Tidal surges likely to inundate low-lying areas in coastal districts

, May 29 -- lying areas in coastal districts are likely to be inundated by tidal surges, according to a bulletin the Met office. The districts are Chattogram, Noakhali, Laxmipur, Feni, Chandpur, Barg... Read More


Violence biggest barrier to women's progress: Mahila Parishad President

Dhaka, May 29 -- Violence remains the biggest obstacle to women's advancement in the country, said Bangladesh Mahila Parishad President Fawzia Moslem on Wednesday. She made the remark at a discussion... Read More


Dengue: 62 more dengue cases reported in 24hrs

Dhaka, May 29 -- two more new dengue cases were reported in the 24 hours leading up to Tuesday morning, bringing the total number of cases to 4,302 this year. According to the Directorate General of ... Read More


Launch services suspended in Barishal amid incessant rains

, May 29 -- Launch operations in Barishal district remained suspended since Thursday morning due to the incessant rainfall triggered by the low pressure system over the Bay of Bengal. The Bangladesh ... Read More


NBR extends VAT return deadline till June 19

Dhaka, May 29 -- The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has extended the deadline for submitting VAT returns online through the Integrated VAT Administration System (iVAS) for the tax period of May, 2025... Read More


Finance Adviser to unveil budget on June 2

Dhaka, May 29 -- Finance Adviser Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed will present the national budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year on June 2. The pre-recorded budget speech will be aired at 4 pm on Bangladesh Televi... Read More


Landslides likely in hill districts: BMD

Dhaka, May 29 -- Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) predicted landslides at different places in the hill districts due to incessant rains. According to the bulletin, "Due to very heavy rainfa... Read More


Peacekeeping in UN missions a constant challenge: Salehuddin

Dhaka, May 29 -- Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed on Thursday said that peacekeeping in the UN Mission is an immensely challenging task due to adverse environments, unfamiliar climates, and cultura... Read More