Massive fire engulfs CEPZ factory, threatens nearby buildings
A devastating fire broke out at the Adams Caps and Textile Limited factory in the Chittagong Export Processing Zone (CEPZ) on Thursday afternoon, continuing to burn for more than ten…
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July Charter draws fire over historical omissions, exclusions
The July National Charter 2025, set to be signed on Friday at the National Parliament’s South Plaza, has come under fire from political leaders and analysts for excluding key historical…
EC to hold coordination meeting with field administration officials on Oct 22
The Election Commission (EC) will hold a coordination meeting with field administration officials on October 22 ahead of the upcoming 13th National Parliament Election. A letter, signed by Mohammad Monir…
Domestic fruits offer relief as imported prices stay high
Over the past month, prices of several imported fruits in Bangladesh have seen a modest decline, yet they remain largely unaffordable for the average consumer. In contrast, seasonal domestic fruits…
A unique blend of nature, tradition and innovation
In the serene hills of Khagrachhari and Rangamati districts, an unusual yet striking sight has become a seasonal norm: dozens of pomelos, locally known as ‘jambura’, drifting gently down rivers…
Stalking epidemic threatens women’s safety across Bangladesh
Fatima (Pseudonym name), an 18-year-old college student in Khulna, once enjoyed walking home with friends after class. But that routine turned into a nightmare when a young man began following…
Hundreds of potholes turn scenic Hatirjheel into a deathtrap
Massive potholes have emerged across Hatirjheel’s scenic roadways, turning one of Dhaka’s most iconic urban developments into a hazard zone. Since the onset of the monsoon, large craters filled with…
Tenure of National Consensus Commission extended till Oct 31
The government has extended the tenure of the National Consensus Commission (NCC) till October 31. The Cabinet Division on Thursday issued a gazette notification in this regard. The seven-member commission,…
BCB announces squad for Windies ODIs
Wicket-keeper batter Mahidul Islam Ankon got a call-up for the first time in ODI format as the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced the squad for the three-match series against…
A friend in Australia
We commend the Australia-Bangladesh Development Partnership Plan 2025-2030, which could be a noteworthy initiative to foster sustainable growth, human development, and climate resilience for our nation with the assistance of…