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RAB strengthens security measures nationwide for Eid-ul-Fitr

Dhaka, March 20 -- Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) has taken special security measures across the country including capital Dhaka, marking Eid-ul-Fitr as in previous years. As part of the initiative, RA... Read More


Rain, thundershowers likely in eight divisions

Dhaka, March 20 -- Bangladesh Meteorological Department predicted rain or thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty or squally wind and lightning flashes in parts of the country in 24 hours from ... Read More


Eid travel surge drives record toll collection on Padma, Jamuna bridges

Dhaka, March 20 -- Bangladesh recorded its highest-ever toll collection and vehicle movement on the Padma and Jamuna bridges during this year's Eid travel rush, the Road Transport and Bridges Ministry... Read More


Eid without cheer: Dhaka's low-income people struggle to cope with rising costs

Dhaka, March 20 -- As glittering shopping malls and crowded markets signal the arrival of Eid in the capital, a different reality unfolds in its narrow alleys where thousands of marginalised families ... Read More


Extortionists vandalise ferry ghat in Patuakhali's Galachipa

Patuakhali, March 20 -- A group of local miscreants attacked Haridevpur ferry ghat in Galachipa Upazila on Tuesday night, vandalising property, assaulting staff, and looting cash over extortion demand... Read More


Eid-ul-Fitr being observed in parts of Chapainawabganj, Naogaon

Naogaon, March 20 -- ul-Fitr is bringing observed in Patnitala upazila of Naogaon and in some parts of Chapainawabganj on Friday in line with Saudi Arabia. In Naogaon, the Eid congregation was held a... Read More


Bangladesh Bank dismisses reports of private bank MD's appointment as Deputy Governor

, March 20 -- Bangladesh Bank on Thursday categorically dismissed reports circulating in a section of the media regarding an apparent decision to appoint a successful private sector bank's Managing Di... Read More


Gold prices plunge Tk 15,338 per bhori in Bangladesh within 24 hours

, March 19 -- Gold price in Bangladesh dropped sharply on Thursday, losing Tk 15,338 per bhori in 24 hours, as the Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS) announced two consecutive price cuts on the ... Read More


Man killed, several hurt as storm lashes two villages in Chuadanga

, March 19 -- A storm wreaked havoc on two villages in Alamdanga upazila of Chuadanga district on Wednesday night, leaving an elderly man dead and causing widespread damages. The deceased was identif... Read More


Unfinished Chandpur launch terminal adds to Eid travel woes

, March 19 -- Homebound passengers using the Chandpur launch terminal are facing severe suffering ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr, as construction of the much-anticipated modern terminal remains incomplete even ... Read More