In a decisive move to strengthen public health protections, the government has imposed tougher restrictions on the sale of cigarettes and other tobacco products near sensitive public spaces, including educational institutions and healthcare facilities. Under a newly promulgated ordinance, anyone found selling tobacco products within a 100-metre radius of schools, hospitals, clinics, sports venues or […]

As 2025 draws to a close, Google’s annual report Year in Search 2025 offers a compelling snapshot of Bangladesh’s rapidly evolving social, cultural and technological landscape. More than a simple list of popular queries, the report reflects how curiosity, priorities and daily habits of Bangladeshi internet users have shifted over the past year. Analysts describe […]

After three consecutive days of dense fog and biting winter chill, residents of the capital finally experienced a welcome change on Wednesday (31 December) as the sun pierced through the grey veil, restoring a sense of comfort and normalcy to city life. The long-absent sunshine brought visible relief to Dhaka’s streets, homes, and workplaces, even […]