Global Covid cases surpass 633 million
According to the latest global data, the total case count mounted to 633,247,902 while the death toll from the virus reached 6,584,151 on Tuesday morning. The US has recorded…
Rishi Sunak as UK PM: What are the expectations?
Rishi Sunak: Leader of a divided party, in the midst of a war in Europe and a time of economic doom, without a clear mandate from the people. But…
Bangladesh: Light to moderate rains likely in 24 hours
The weather department has predicted light to moderate showers in large parts of the country in the next 24 hours. “Light to moderate rains or thunder showers accompanied by…
WhatsApp down: Users report not being able to send, receive messages
Users in several countries, including in Bangladesh, are reporting problems with WhatsApp’s text sending and receiving capabilities – suggesting that the app may be experiencing a bug. The number…
Inland water transport operations resume as Sitrang weakens
Inland water transport operations resumed on Tuesday morning after being suspended for around 24 hours due to inclement weather caused by cyclone Sitrang. Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority (BIWTA)…
‘Without accountability, political transition in Myanmar won’t fix Rohingya issue’
State Minister for Foreign Affairs Md Shahriar Alam has said that in the absence of justice and accountability, a political transition in Myanmar will not fix the Rohingya issue. …
Nepal will export up to 50 MW electricity to Bangladesh for now, envoy tells PM
Nepal will initially send 40-50 MW electricity to Bangladesh but promised to supply more after a big power project being implemented in the Himalayan nation will be completed, newly appointed…
Cyclone Sitrang kills at least 29 across Bangladesh
At least 29 people died in 11 districts across Bangladesh as Cyclone Sitrang made landfall and crossed Barishal-Chattogram coast on Monday, leaving a trail of destruction. According to reports…