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Bangladesh Reports Four More Dengue Deaths as 1,181 Patients Hospitalised

October 16, 2026

Bangladesh has recorded four more deaths from dengue in the past 24 hours, while 1,181 patients have been admitted to hospitals across the country with the mosquito-borne disease, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). The figures were released in the DGHS’s regular dengue bulletin on Friday, 16 October, highlighting the continuing pressure […]

IDRA Steps Up Oversight of Takaful Islami Insurance Board

October 16, 2026

The Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority (IDRA) has appointed an observer to the board of directors of Takaful Islami Insurance PLC, a stock market-listed insurer in Bangladesh, amid continuing disputes over its director election and compliance with regulatory directives. The appointment follows a governance review meeting with the company and has been made under Section […]

Abhay Jodhpurkar Challenges Bollywood’s Commercial Grip on Music

October 16, 2026

National Award-winning playback singer Abhay Jodhpurkar has raised concerns about the growing dominance of commercial interests in the Indian music industry, warning that the pursuit of profit and higher output is threatening artistic freedom and originality. Drawing on his experience across several regional film industries, he believes music should be valued for its creative quality […]

Man Beaten to Death Over Fish Theft Allegation in Satkhira

October 16, 2026

A 55-year-old man has died in hospital after allegedly being brutally beaten over accusations of fish theft in Tala upazila of Satkhira. Kshitish Chandra Mondal was reportedly detained and assaulted at a fish farm in the Jeala Uttar Khola wetland in the early hours of Friday, 16 October. He died while receiving treatment at around […]

Four Die After Gas Compressor Explosion in Kanchpur

October 16, 2026

All four people injured in a gas compressor line explosion in Kanchpur, Sonargaon, Narayanganj, have died. The latest victim, Roni Mia, caretaker of the building where the incident occurred, died on Friday morning, 16 October. The other victims were the building’s owner, Sharif Hossain, his wife, Rozina Akter, and her brother, Riaz. The victims died […]

Rudra Mohammad Shahidullah: The Poet Whose Voice Still Echoes

October 16, 2026

Some stars in the sky of Bengali literature shine far beyond their own time, illuminating the minds and hearts of generations to come. Rudra Mohammad Shahidullah was one such figure—a fiery, passionate poet whose work brought together love and rebellion, dreams and sorrow, human aspirations and resistance to oppression. He was a fearless voice of […]

Man Arrested Over Alleged Rape of 16-Year-Old in Faridpur

October 16, 2026

Police in Madhukhali, Faridpur, have arrested a 31-year-old man in connection with the alleged rape of a 16-year-old girl. The accused, identified as Md Rajib Molla, was arrested on Thursday afternoon, 15 October, at Janata Jute Mill in the Chiter Bazar area of Boalmari upazila, with the assistance of information technology. He was sent to […]

Attack on Railway Police Outpost to Free Yaba Suspects, Three Arrested

October 16, 2026

Police have arrested three people over an attack on the Joydebpur Railway Police Outpost in Gazipur, allegedly carried out in an attempt to free two suspects detained with drugs. The arrests were made on Thursday night (15 October) in a joint operation by Gazipur Metropolitan Police’s Sadar Metro Police Station and railway police. Two separate […]

Saudi Arabia Maintains Asian Cup Plans Amid Security Uncertainty

October 16, 2026

Saudi Arabia is continuing preparations for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup despite growing security concerns following recent attacks and changes to the country’s sporting calendar. The regional situation has prompted questions about whether major international competitions can proceed as planned, but organisers insist that Asia’s leading national-team football tournament remains on schedule. The tournament is […]

Jahanara Alam Seeks Bangladesh Return After Two Years Abroad

October 16, 2026

Bangladesh fast bowler Jahanara Alam is hoping to resume her cricket career in her home country after spending the past two years in Australia. The 33-year-old has played local club cricket and undertaken training during her time there, and is now keen to return to domestic competition as well as pursue another opportunity with the […]

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Category: World

Bangladesh Reports Four More Dengue Deaths as 1,181 Patients Hospitalised

IDRA Steps Up Oversight of Takaful Islami Insurance Board

Abhay Jodhpurkar Challenges Bollywood’s Commercial Grip on Music

Man Beaten to Death Over Fish Theft Allegation in Satkhira

Four Die After Gas Compressor Explosion in Kanchpur

Rudra Mohammad Shahidullah: The Poet Whose Voice Still Echoes

Man Arrested Over Alleged Rape of 16-Year-Old in Faridpur

Attack on Railway Police Outpost to Free Yaba Suspects, Three Arrested

Saudi Arabia Maintains Asian Cup Plans Amid Security Uncertainty

Jahanara Alam Seeks Bangladesh Return After Two Years Abroad

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Measles Death Toll Surpasses 1,300 in Bangladesh

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