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4 die in separate incidents in Thakurgaon

Thakurgaon, May 19 -- Four people, including a child, died in separate incidents across Thakurgaon district over the past 24 hours, casting a pall of grief over several families. The deaths, caused b... Read More


PM inaugurates 'Land Service Fair-2026'

Dhaka, May 19 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Tuesday inaugurated the three-day "Land Service Fair-2026" aimed at making land-related services easier and more accessible for people across the coun... Read More


Bangladesh calls for stronger UN peacekeeping capacity to protect civilians

Dhaka, May 19 -- Bangladesh has underscored the need for enhanced political backing, sufficient resources and modern capabilities for United Nations peacekeeping missions to better protect civilians a... Read More


NASA's Roman Space Telescope set for earlier launch to unlock secrets of the universe

, May 19 -- NASA is preparing to launch its powerful Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope earlier than planned, with liftoff now targeted for as soon as September 2026. The revised schedule moves the mi... Read More


Swatch watch launch sparks chaos as buyers rush to cash in on resale market

, May 19 -- The launch of a new Swatch model triggered chaotic scenes in several cities around the world, highlighting the growing influence of "drop culture," where limited-edition products attract h... Read More


Fire breaks out at market in Bijoy Sarani, 10 firefighter units bring it under control

, May 19 -- storey market in the Bijoy Sarani area of the capital early Monday morning, prompting a swift response from multiple Fire Service units. According to the Fire Service and Civil Defence (F... Read More


High court issues rule over legality of allocating road, footpath spaces to hawkers

, May 19 -- The High Court on Tuesday issued a rule seeking explanation as to why the allocation of spaces on roads and footpaths in the capital for hawkers should not be declared illegal and unlawful... Read More


Info Minister stresses accountability, institutional reforms in media sector

, May 19 -- BNP Chairperson's Advisory Council Member and Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon on Tuesday said a state of chaos now prevails in the media sector,though consensus is... Read More


Two children drown in Natore

, May 19 -- Two schoolchildren drowned in a pond in Baraigram upazila of Natore district on Tuesdau. The deceased were identified as Nur Mohammad, a class IV student and son of Raju Ahmed, and Arafat... Read More


Responsible business conduct key to maintaining trade competitiveness, attracting investment: Commerce Minister

, May 19 -- Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir on Tuesday said responsible business conduct is no longer optional but has become a critical prerequisite for maintaining trade competitiveness, ... Read More