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Measles Symptoms Claim Four More Children Across Bangladesh

August 19, 2026

Four more children have died in Bangladesh in the past 24 hours after developing symptoms associated with measles, according to the latest figures released by the Directorate General of Health Services on Wednesday, 19 August. The health authorities reported that 931 people were identified with measles-like symptoms during the 24-hour period. Since the outbreak monitoring […]

Singer Sharmin Akter Marries Fellow Musician Sabbir Quraishi

August 19, 2026

Singer Sharmin Akter, who rose to prominence after winning the championship of the music competition ‘Channel i Banglar Gaan 2016’, has married fellow musician Sabbir Quraishi. The wedding ceremony took place on Monday, 17 August, at Gausul Azam Mosque in the capital. Members of both families were present as the couple formally began their married […]

Munich Re Acquires Cyber Insurer At-Bay for $575 Million

August 19, 2026

German reinsurance giant Munich Re has agreed to acquire the United States-based cyber insurance provider At-Bay at an enterprise value of $575 million. The Berlin-announced transaction is expected to close officially during the first quarter of next year, subject to customary regulatory approvals and closing conditions. The acquisition marks a major strategic expansion for Munich […]

The Power-Cut Crisis Continues: Matarbari Unit Shutdown to Cut 600MW from the Grid

August 19, 2026

A major technical glitch forced the sudden shutdown of a 600-megawatt generation unit at the Matarbari ultra-supercritical coal-fired power plant in Cox’s Bazar on Wednesday. The unexpected malfunction occurred at approximately 12:40 pm, immediately tripping the generator and removing a substantial block of electricity generation from the national grid. Engineers and technical personnel stationed at […]

Darwin Victory Lifts Najmul and Bangladesh Stars in Rankings

August 19, 2026

Bangladesh’s historic Test victory over Australia in Darwin has been followed by a significant rise in the latest player rankings, with captain Najmul Hossain Shanto reaching the highest position of his career. Najmul’s composed 84 in Bangladesh’s first innings proved particularly valuable in a match where the visitors secured a memorable victory against the hosts. […]

Income Falls Amid Gas Crisis, Families Struggle as Loan Repayments Mount

August 19, 2026

A severe shortage of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) across Dhaka has pushed commercial drivers to the brink of financial collapse, stranding thousands of auto-rickshaws and private cars in endless queues. Day after day, drivers spend their most productive hours lined up outside filling stations only to leave empty-handed. The crippling deficit has not only devastated […]

Bangladesh Taka Exchange Rates Against Major Currencies

August 19, 2026

Dhaka, 19 August 2026: Bangladesh’s growing trade, investment and financial links with the global economy continue to drive demand for foreign currencies. Exchange rates therefore remain an important reference for importers, exporters, remittance recipients, travellers and businesses engaged in international transactions. The indicative exchange rates of the Bangladeshi taka against selected foreign currencies for Wednesday, […]

Nasirnagar Upazila Awami League General Secretary Arrested

August 19, 2026

Law enforcement agencies have arrested Abdul Latif, the general secretary of the Nasirnagar Upazila unit of the Awami League, during a late-night operation in the capital, Dhaka. The 57-year-old politician was apprehended on Monday night in connection with a case filed under the Anti-Terrorism Act at Nasirnagar Police Station in Brahmanbaria. The arrest was confirmed […]

Bangladesh’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Rise to $37.25 Billion

August 19, 2026

Bangladesh’s gross foreign exchange reserves have risen to US$37.25 billion, according to the latest data released by Bangladesh Bank on Tuesday, 18 August. The increase provides a positive indication for the country’s external financial position, particularly at a time when foreign exchange reserves remain closely watched for their role in meeting import payments, supporting international […]

Kolkata Hotel Fire: Bangladeshi Survivors Speak Out About Their Harrowing Experience

August 19, 2026

At least nine Bangladeshi nationals have lost their lives following a devastating blaze that swept through a commercial and residential building on Mirza Ghalib Street in Kolkata’s bustling New Market district. Authorities confirmed that the deceased comprise six men, two women, and a child. The victims had travelled from Bangladesh to the West Bengal capital […]

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Category: World

Measles Symptoms Claim Four More Children Across Bangladesh

Singer Sharmin Akter Marries Fellow Musician Sabbir Quraishi

Munich Re Acquires Cyber Insurer At-Bay for $575 Million

The Power-Cut Crisis Continues: Matarbari Unit Shutdown to Cut 600MW from the Grid

Darwin Victory Lifts Najmul and Bangladesh Stars in Rankings

Income Falls Amid Gas Crisis, Families Struggle as Loan Repayments Mount

Bangladesh Taka Exchange Rates Against Major Currencies

Nasirnagar Upazila Awami League General Secretary Arrested

Bangladesh’s Foreign Exchange Reserves Rise to $37.25 Billion

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