February 26, 2025

Youth Killed in Meherpur Clash Over Trifling Matter

Meherpur: A youth was killed in a clash between two groups over a trifling matter at Ramnagar village under Gangni upazila of the district today. The deceased was identified as Hridoy Hossain, 24, son of Shahadat Ali, a resident of Chargoal village of…

Prof Dr Shamsher Ali Joins BOU as ‘Professor Emeritus’

Dhaka: Eminent educationist Professor Dr M Shamsher Ali, the founding Vice-Chancellor of Bangladesh Open University (BOU), joined the university as ‘Professor Emeritus’ on Tuesday. In the 195th meeting of the Board of Governors of BOU held on February…

Two-Month Fishing Ban in Meghna River Targets Hilsha Conservation

Chandpur: Aimed at increasing production of the Hilsha fish and protecting jatka (immature fishes), the government has imposed a ban on fishing in the Meghna River from March 1 to April 30. Every fisherman will receive 80 kilograms of rice per month d…

Spike Removal Campaign to Protect Trees Launched in Rajshahi

Rajshahi: A month-long campaign to remove spikes, locally known as perek, from trees has been launched with the aim of establishing an eco-friendly atmosphere by protecting trees in the district. Additional Deputy Commissioner Tuktuk Talukder inaugura…

Fire at Zaman Tower in Dhaka’s Purana Paltan Doused

Dhaka: A fire that broke out at Zaman Tower, a multi-story building in Dhaka’s Purana Paltan area, was brought under control early today.

According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, nine fire engines successfully doused the blaze at 7:35 am after near…

Boro Farming Nearing Completion in Gaibandha

Gaibandha: Boro farming is nearing completion at all seven upazilas of the district this season, with farmers eagerly anticipating a good yield.

According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE) has set a targ…

BGB Seizes Indian Goods Worth Tk 6.5 Lakh in Satkhira

Satkhira: In a major crackdown against cross-border smuggling, the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) seized goods worth Tk 6.5 lakh. The seizure of Indian goods including medicines, clothing, and other items, is seen as a significant effort to protect the…