In a significant step towards protecting women journalists, the Women Journalists Network Bangladesh (WJN-B) has signed two separate memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with the Bangladesh Mahila Parishad and the Institute of Psychology and Health (IPH). The agreements aim to prevent sexual harassment in the media and ensure legal and psychological support for victims. The signing […]

In Mathbaria, Pirojpur, allegations have emerged that fishers were being charged 100 BDT per person during the distribution of VGF (Vulnerable Group Feeding) rice for the 2025–26 fiscal year. The scheme, aimed at supporting families of fishers who had temporarily ceased jatka (juvenile hilsa) fishing, faced local controversy over reported irregularities in implementation. Controversy During […]

In Muradnagar, Comilla, allegations have surfaced against prominent local Jamaat leader Jalal Haji regarding the illicit appropriation of agricultural and riverbank land for brickfield operations. The accusations, widely discussed among residents and local business owners, centre on Jalal Haji’s alleged influence over the local brick-making industry, particularly following the political rise of former adviser Asif […]

A teenage girl was found dead under tragic circumstances in Hathazari of Chattogram, after police recovered her hanging body from a rented residence late Wednesday night. The incident has sparked concern among local residents and prompted an official investigation by law enforcement authorities. The deceased, identified as Munni Akter (17), was a resident of Ward […]