Four more children have died after developing symptoms consistent with measles in Bangladesh over the past 24 hours, according to the latest situation report released by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). During the same period, a total of 773 children were recorded as either confirmed measles cases or suspected cases displaying measles-like symptoms, […]

After years of anticipation, Naogaon University has formally begun its academic journey with a colourful inauguration ceremony, marking a significant milestone for higher education in the district. The launch was celebrated with the participation of government officials, education leaders, local representatives, academics, students and members of the public, creating an atmosphere of optimism and celebration. […]

Seven prison officers have been temporarily suspended following the escape of a convicted female inmate from Kashimpur Central Women’s Prison in Gazipur, as Bangladesh’s prison authorities launched an investigation into what appears to be a serious breach of security. The disciplinary action comes after officials alleged negligence in the discharge of duty. A three-member inquiry […]

A police constable was found hanging inside his room at the Demra Police Lines in the capital, with authorities launching an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding his death. The deceased was identified as Mohammad Saidul Islam, son of Mohammad Sadeq from Lemuya Uttar Chandpur village in Feni Sadar upazila. Saidul had joined the Bangladesh […]

A Bangladeshi migrant worker who travelled to Russia in search of a better future has reportedly ended up in a Ukrainian prison after what his family describes as a chain of deception by labour brokers. His wife is now living with mounting debt and uncertainty while waiting for the day he might finally return home. […]

A young man was rescued alive after jumping into the Yamuna River from a bridge in India’s Uttar Pradesh, while the woman who had reportedly agreed to die alongside him walked away moments before the jump, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. The incident took place on Thursday, 16 July, on […]

A 22-year-old garment worker was killed after being struck by a train in Netrokona during the early hours of Friday, in what authorities believe was a tragic railway accident. The victim, identified as Muhid Khan Rifat, was the son of Moinul Kabir Khan from Bara Paikura village under Tetulia Union in Mohanganj upazila of Netrokona […]

Grief engulfed a village in Narsingdi’s Raipura upazila as four schoolgirls who drowned while bathing in a canal were laid to rest side by side following a joint funeral prayer. The funeral took place on Thursday evening at the local Eidgah ground before hundreds of mourners gathered to bid a final farewell. The children were […]

Two workers have died after suffering severe burns in an explosion and fire at a salt processing factory in Boalkhali Upazila of Chattogram, while nine others remain in hospital receiving treatment for burn injuries. The victims succumbed to their injuries on Thursday night, 16 July, while undergoing treatment in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and […]

A 20-year-old woman was found dead on the veranda of her husband’s family home in Dhunat upazila of Bogura, while her three-month-old son lay beside her crying in a deeply distressing scene that has shocked the local community. The incident came to light on Thursday evening, 16 July, at the residence of Farhad Molla in […]