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Measles outbreak: Stop the blame game, start saving lives
The situation is slipping out of control, turning this measles outbreak in Bangladesh into a national measles crisis in Bangladesh.
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Mobile courts fine Tk 6 lakh for gas cylinder hoarding, overpricing in Gazipur
Drives would continue to safeguard consumer rights, say authorities
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Four bystanders injured as criminals open fire on rivals in Ctg’s Bakalia
Four bystanders, including a 12-year-old boy, were injured by pellets after a group of criminals opened fire targeting rivals in Chattogram city’s Bakalia area last night
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Amid an uncertain Middle East, Bangladesh must rethink its migration strategy
International labour migration is a key pillar of Bangladesh’s economy, with most workers going to the Gulf region.
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Bangladesh
Sack-grown ginger gains ground in chars
Farmers in riverine chars of Kurigram and Lalmonirhat are increasingly cultivating ginger in sacks, using organic inputs, and turning a once-absent crop into a growing source of income in climate-vulnerable
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BIDA U-turns on private sector advisory body
In a sudden reversal, the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) has withdrawn its claim that the government had established a formal Private Sector Advisory Council.
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16 BGB platoons deployed for Sherpur-3 polls
Ahead of the election in Sherpur-3 (Sreebardi-Jhenaigati) constituency scheduled for April 9, Border Guard Bangladesh has deployed its 16 platoons to ensure a free, fair, and peaceful voting process...
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Austerity measures: Offices to run 9am–4pm from today
Working hours reduced by one hour; banks and courts to follow separate directives
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Nation braces for power cuts in hot summer
The country stands on the edge of a difficult summer as global tremors from the war on Iran ripple through its energy lifelines, stoking fears of blackouts as heat waves
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International
'Don't bomb': Israelis call for ending Iran war
Demonstrators gathered, holding signs that read: "Don't bomb — talk! End the endless war!" despite restrictions on mass gatherings
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Artemis astronauts preparing for historic lunar flyby
If all proceeds smoothly, as Orion whips around the Moon the astronauts could set a record by venturing farther from Earth than any human before.
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Iran hangs two convicted of links with Israel in pre-war protests: judiciary
The two men were involved in anti-government protests that peaked in January
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The Strait of Hormuz
Iran has authorised the passage of vessels carrying essential goods ‌to its ports through the Strait of Hormuz, according to a ​letter cited by Iran's Tasnim ⁠news agency on ​Saturday.
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Earthquake kills 8 near Kabul
An earthquake that struck Afghanistan overnight killed eight members of the same family in Kabul province, the health ministry said yesterday.
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UN vote on Hormuz now expected next week: sources
The UN Security Council is now expected to vote next week on a Bahraini resolution to protect commercial shipping in and around the Strait of Hormuz, diplomats said, but veto-wielding
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Technology
Kaspersky tops security tests in 2025
Kaspersky has ranked among the top-performing cybersecurity vendors in independent testing throughout 2025.
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Oppo launches A6k smartphone in Bangladesh
Oppo has officially launched the Oppo A6k smartphone in Bangladesh.
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Hacking group stole 92 GB data of EU in recent cyberattack
The European Union’s cybersecurity agency, CERT-EU, said on April 2 that a recent cyberattack targeting the bloc’s executive arm was carried out by a hacking group known as TeamPCP.
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Amazon adds fuel surcharge for sellers as Iran war drives up oil prices
Amazon has introduced a new fuel surcharge for sellers using its logistics network, as rising oil prices linked to the war in Iran continue to disrupt global energy markets.
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Sport
Lewandowski strikes late as Barca capitalise on Real slip
Second-placed Real were beaten 2-1 at Mallorca earlier on and Barca capitalised at the Metropolitano stadium to take a big step towards defending the league title.
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BFF’s fixation on Cabrera
The National Teams Committee (NTC) of the Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) yesterday initiated the search for a new head coach following a meeting, as Spanish coach Javier Cabrera’s contract is
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Arteta demands response as Arsenal stunned by Southampton
Arsenal's hopes of a first FA Cup triumph since 2020 -- their last major trophy -- were blown away on the blustery south-coast.
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Messi marks new stadium with goal but Miami held by Austin
Inter Miami's co-owner David Beckham was among the star-studded crowd as the club's 26,000-capacity Nu Stadium made its debut, marking the end of a more-than-decade-long journey to find a permanent
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Brazilian Oscar retires at 34 with cardiac issues
Former Chelsea midfielder Oscar has retired at the age of 34 due to ongoing cardiac problems, his current club Sao Paulo said on Saturday.
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আলোচিত
ক্ষমতায় গিয়ে এক মাসেই স্মৃতি ভুলে গেছে বিএনপি
ক্ষমতায় গিয়ে এক মাসেই স্মৃতি ভুলে গেছে বিএনপি
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Politics
BNP plans to step up organisational activities ahead of council
Secretary general Fakhrul says party needs months before fixing council date
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Tougher demos if July charter not implemented
Leaders of the Jamaat-led 11-party alliance yesterday demanded the full implementation of the July charter in line with the referendum verdict and warned that they would launch strong street protests
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Odhikar protests move to repeal key ordinances
Rights body Odhikar yesterday strongly protested moves to repeal several key ordinances issued by the interim government and urged the government to immediately pass them in parliament instead.
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BNP standing committee prioritises next national council
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party, at a standing committee meeting on Saturday, underscored the need to hold its next national council at the earliest possible time as part of efforts to
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Jamaat-led alliance stages demo for July Charter implementation
Leaders of the Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami-led alliance on Saturday called on the Bangladesh Nationalist Party-led government to take steps to accept the July National Charter in Jatiya Sangsad to show respect
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NCP urges Yunus, former advisers to join protests against repeal of ordinances
The National Citizen Party called on former chief adviser Muhammad Yunus and other advisers to the previous interim government to denounce the current government’s moves to repeal several ordinances introduced
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July Charter to be implemented by amending constitution: law minister
Law justice and parliamentary affairs minister Md Asaduzzaman on Saturday said that the non-passage of the referendum ordinance had no connection with implementing the July Charter.
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Business
Bangladesh overtakes China in RMG export to US
Bangladesh overtook China in garment exports to the United States during the January-February period of 2026, as China lost its top position amid the impact of American reciprocal tariffs, according
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Pharmaceutical logistics in demand as war rattles supply chains
Products passing through the giant site range from insulin capsules and lifestyle drugs to medicated sunblock and drums of sulphuric acid
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RFL launches RYDO electric scooter showroom in Bashundhara
The showroom is located at Rupayan Shopping Square in Bashundhara and was inaugurated by RN Paul, managing director of RFL Group.
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Editorial
‘Zone-based school timings could ease Dhaka’s morning traffic nightmare’
One of the main reasons for traffic congestion during school hours is that guardians in private cars drop off and pick up students directly in front of school gates. Since
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Times are changing, so too must the way the state communicates
Communication is now one of the most decisive forces governing the state in Bangladesh. Policymaking, administrative control, and conventional political management remain as necessary as ever, but they are no
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Reasons for skepticism about reforms stem from past experience
Of course, there is some disappointment or concern regarding this matter; however, I do not want to look at it unilaterally. There are also positive aspects—I’ll mention those first. The
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The missing link in our renewable energy transition lies in quality assurance
Geopolitical crises have repeatedly exposed Bangladesh’s excessive dependence on imported fossil fuels, driving up energy prices and depleting foreign exchange reserves.
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Entertainment
Multiplexes suspend evening shows amid new govt directives
Authorities said further updates and decisions will be communicated regularly through their website.
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Tollywood artistes take to the streets demanding justice for Rahul’s death
It may be recalled that on March 29, Rahul Arunoday Banerjee drowned while shooting for the television serial “Bhole Baba Par Karega” at Talsari beach in Odisha. Since then, his
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In memories and melodies: Colleagues remember Dalia Nausheen
A voice that stood like a warrior against oppression, Nazrul Sangeet exponent Dalia Nausheen was more than a powerful presence at Swadhin Bangla Betar Kendra—she was a custodian of Bengali
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Health
Why doctors no longer want their children to follow them
A growing number of doctors are discouraging their children from entering the medical profession, raising concerns about the future of healthcare in South Asia.
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Bridging the gap in Autism care
Observed globally on 2 April, World Autism Awareness Day highlights the urgent need to improve the lives of people living with autism.
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Life style
From ‘Ki Shunailen Kebria Bhai’ to LUX Superstar
Bidushi Bornita from Rajshahi has been crowned ‘LUX Superstar 2025’. She received the winner’s trophy at an event held on Friday night, 3 April, at the Bangladesh–China Friendship Conference Centre
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