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Dhaka Division records most road accidents in February

Dhaka, March 6 -- At least 477 people were killed and 1,197 injured in road, rail and waterway accidents across Bangladesh in February, according to a report by the road safety campaign group Banglade... Read More


Middle East conflict disrupt fuel supply, Rajshahi faces shortage

Dhaka, March 6 -- A severe fuel shortage has gripped the Rajshahi Division, leaving commuters, particularly motorcyclists, in significant distress as filling stations struggle to meet demand. Since F... Read More


Strings, stories and smiles: Puppet shows delight children at Ekushey Book Fair

Dhaka, March 6 -- Perched on her father's shoulders, little Maisha watches a puppet dance on the small stage while her mother captures the moment on a mobile phone. Scenes like this were common at th... Read More


Nurse found hanging in Old Dhaka flat, leaves note seeking justice against husband, in-laws

Dhaka, March 6 -- Police have recovered the body of a nurse from a flat in the Hossaini Dalan area of Old Dhaka's Chawkbazar. The woman, Nahida Akter Bobby, 29, worked at the burn unit of Dhaka Medic... Read More


Bangladesh shuts 4 state-run urea plants amid gas shortage

Dhaka, March 6 -- Production at four state-owned urea fertiliser factories has been suspended for 15 days due to a gas shortage linked to global energy supply concerns amid the escalating conflict in ... Read More


CID files money laundering case against ex-DNCC councillor Bappi, who 'masterminded' Hadi killing

Dhaka, March 6 -- The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has filed a money laundering case against former Dhaka North City Corporation ward councillor and Jubo League leader Taijul Islam Chowdhur... Read More


Two killed as train crushes motorcycle at Gazipur rail crossing

Dhaka, March 6 -- Two motorcyclists have been killed after a freight train struck them while they were crossing a railway line in Gazipur. The accident occurred around 9pm on Thursday at the rail cro... Read More


Zafrullah Chowdhury's second nomination for Independence Award sparks questions

Dhaka, March 5 -- Zafrullah Chowdhury has been named for the 2026 Independence Award, marking a rare instance where a recipient has been chosen for the highest civilian honour for a second time. In a... Read More


Tribunal to deliver verdict in crimes against humanity case over Abu Sayed's murder on Apr 9

Dhaka, March 5 -- The International Crimes Tribunal is set to deliver its verdict in the crimes against humanity case over the murder of Begum Rokeya University student Abu Sayed during the 2024 July ... Read More


Former NCC mayor to remain in jail as Appellate Division sets Mar 9 for next hearing

Dhaka, March 5 -- Appellate Division chamber judge has stayed the High Court's bail order for former Narayanganj City Corporation mayor Selina Hayat Ivy in five cases, including four related to killin... Read More