August 18, 2026

NSDA Pioneers Arabic Language Competency Standards in Bangladesh

Dhaka: The National Skills Development Authority (NSDA) is taking a significant step by formulating competency standards and a curriculum for the Arabic language, marking the first such initiative in Bangladesh. This move aims to unlock employment pro…

Women-only Bus Service Set to Expand Nationwide: Rabiul Alam

Dhaka: Road Transport and Bridges Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam announced today that the women-only bus service will be expanded across the country in phases. ‘The government is committed to ensuring safe, comfortable, and women-friendly public transpor…

Women-only Bus Service Set to Expand Nationwide: Rabiul Alam

Dhaka: Road Transport and Bridges Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam announced today that the women-only bus service will be expanded across the country in phases. ‘The government is committed to ensuring safe, comfortable, and women-friendly public transpor…

31 Arrested in Dhaka During Special Police Operation

Jatrabari: Jatrabari, Lalbagh and Mugda police of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) arrested 31 people involved in various criminal activities during a special operation conducted across the three police station areas of the city on Monday.

Accord…

Young Girl and Her Grandmother Fatally Struck by Train in Cumilla

Dhaka: A young girl and her grandmother were tragically killed when they were struck by a moving train while attempting to cross a railway line near Shashongachha in Cumilla on Tuesday evening.

According to United News of Bangladesh, the fatal accide…