As winter arrives, Dhaka’s streets transform into a hazy labyrinth of dust. The dry season amplifies the capital`s chronic
For decades, Modhumita Cinema Hall has been a beloved fixture in the hearts of Dhaka`s moviegoers. Nestled on the
George Soros's son, Alex Soros, and Bangladesh Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus reportedly discussed economic reforms, media freedom, asset recovery, new cybersecurity laws among other topics.
BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has alleged that although top terrorists have been running around, engaging in various crimes and acts of violence across the capital, no visible action is being taken to restore law and order.
Awami League has announced a series of political programs, including a general strike and a nationwide blockade.
The University Grants Commission (UGC) is considering the establishment of a new public university named "July 36 University," which would be formed by merging seven government colleges in the capital previously under Dhaka University.
In what comes as a double blow to Bangladesh, the Swiss government also decided to cut foreign aid to Dhaka following Trump's action to halt support for the South Asian country. The decision will also impact two other countries—Albania and Zambia.
Mohammad Nabi, Tanvir Islam and Faheem Ashraf picked up three wickets apiece as Barishal bundled out the Capitals for 73 runs in 15.3 overs. In reply, the victors chased down the modest target in just 6.
Dhaka's Paltan has the least number of residents living under the poverty line at 1%, the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS) has found. The survey, titled "Poverty Map of Bangladesh", also revealed stark economic disparities across the country – for instance, 19.1% of residents in Kamrangirchar are below the poverty line.
Considering the list with least number of poor residents in the Dhaka district, the second spot is Uttara Paschim with 1.1% living below poverty line, followed by Bimanbandar (1.4%), Dhanmondi (1.5%), Gulshan (3.2%), Mohammadpur (4.6%), Rampura (6.3%), Badda (7.4%), Banani (11.3%) and Mirpur (12.6%), among other areas.
Former mayor of Joypurhat Municipality Md Mostafizur Rahman Mostak was arrested at Hajrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka today while attempting to flee to Malaysia, said police
Residents of Golra village blocked the Dhaka-Aricha highway for three hours on Wednesday in protest against the closure of a century-old road, causing severe traffic congestion on both sides. The disruption left passengers stranded for hours.