Over 2.7 lakh deaths linked to air pollution in 2023
Over 271,000 people in Bangladesh died from air pollution-related causes in 2023, according to a new global report.
22 October 2025, 00:00 AM
Roads deadly, committees silent
After last year’s mass uprising, at least four key committees or task forces had been entrusted with overseeing road safety -- a critical issue long neglected, costing hundreds of lives annually
21 October 2025, 18:12 PM
Airport fire aftermath: RMG, pharma fear snag in production
Many import consignments of the garment and pharmaceutical sectors are stuck at Dubai and Singapore airports because of the space crisis in Dhaka’s cargo village and the lack of cold room facilities for pharmaceutical raw materials after the fire incident.
21 October 2025, 18:08 PM
66 die from injuries on roads a day
More than 30 lakh people suffer non-fatal injuries in road crashes each year
20 October 2025, 18:02 PM
Govt drafts 2 laws to protect patients, healthcare workers
If any person leads, participates in, or incites any organised group or riot that results in an attack or assault on a healthcare worker or healthcare institution, they may face up to 10 years in jail, or a fine of up to Tk 15 lakh, or both.
18 October 2025, 18:12 PM
Burn injuries claim four lives a day: govt report
Around 1,500 die of burn injuries a year
15 October 2025, 18:00 PM
Some critical antibiotics now show 79-97% resistance
Health experts say higher AMR rates can lead to more critical illnesses, increased treatment failures
14 October 2025, 18:27 PM
Govt to merge 2 divisions under health ministry
After the home ministry, work has begun to merge the two divisions of the health ministry to ensure better coordination and improved medical services for the people.
12 October 2025, 18:00 PM
Transport leaders score another win
Accepting another demand of road transport association leaders, the government has relaxed the experience requirement for getting a heavy vehicle driving licence.
3 February 2020, 18:00 PM
Coronavirus Fallout: Mega projects may suffer for Chinese staff’s absence
Work on several mega development projects may be hampered if the situation over coronavirus does not improve soon.
28 January 2020, 18:00 PM
Take steps to stop sand lifting near bridges
To preserve the durability of bridges, Road Transport and Bridges Ministry last week issued a set of directives to the Roads and Highways Department (RHD) to stop sand lifting near bridges.
27 January 2020, 18:00 PM
Talks on BBIN vehicle deal to resume
Discussions on the much-talked about sub-regional connectivity initiative -- BBIN Motor Vehicle Agreement (MVA) -- are going to resume after around two years.
21 January 2020, 18:00 PM
Tussle over metro line-6 extension
Bangladesh Railway has expressed serious reservations about a move to extend a metrorail line up to Kamalapur Railway Station, saying it will jeopardise its mega plan to turn the country’s prime railway station into a multimodal transport hub.
21 January 2020, 18:00 PM
Updating Transport Papers: Govt caves in, waives delay fine
Giving in to the pressure from transport associations, the government has waived the late fines for vehicle owners and drivers who failed to update their documents on time.
20 January 2020, 18:00 PM
Vehicle Tracking System: Fees taken, service not ensured
When the Bangladesh Road Transport Authority introduced what is popularly known as digital number plate in 2012, it made promises of gaining the ability to track vehicles that have been stolen or used in criminal activities.
17 January 2020, 18:00 PM
Tolls on Highways: RHD to start infrastructure assessment
The Roads and Highways Department (RHD) is going to conduct a survey for assessing necessary infrastructure that would be required to start collecting tolls on the four-lane highways across the country.
15 January 2020, 18:00 PM
Padma Bridge Rail Link Project: Land acquisition could drive up cost
The cost of land acquisition for the Padma Bridge Rail Link Project is set to go up by Tk 780 crore, which is likely to escalate the project costs.
14 January 2020, 18:00 PM
Longest bridge to link Bhola, Barishal
The government is going to build the country’s longest bridge over the Tentulia river to connect island district Bhola with Barishal.
13 January 2020, 18:00 PM
Vehicle registration drops in Dhaka
The number of vehicles registered in Dhaka declined last year for the first time since 2013.
10 January 2020, 18:00 PM
Dedicated Rail Bridge Over Jamuna: Work yet to start, cost up by 33pc
The project cost of building a rail bridge over the Jamuna river has increased by Tk 3,216 crore even before the start of physical work.
9 January 2020, 18:00 PM
Car, SUV, microbus to get fitness clearance for 2yrs
From now on, Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA) will issue fitness clearance to cars, SUVs and microbuses for two years, instead of one -- much to the relief of owners.
7 January 2020, 18:00 PM
Purchase of ‘Faulty’ Buses, Trucks: BRTC to start probe soon
The authorities will finally start investigating the purchase of “faulty” buses and trucks from Indian manufacturers for the Bangladesh Road Transport Corporation.
6 January 2020, 18:00 PM
Professional Misconduct: ICT prosecutor removed 4 yrs after suspension
Mohammad Ali has finally been removed from the post of prosecutor at the International Crimes Tribunal yesterday, almost four years after he was suspended over professional misconduct.
5 January 2020, 18:00 PM
Dhaka to Ctg in one hour!
How long does it take to get from Dhaka to Chittagong by train? Around six hours, one would say. You could add an extra couple of hours, if a delay arises.
31 December 2019, 18:00 PM
Bringing Discipline on Dhaka Roads: Parking policy in the offing
To stop haphazard parking of vehicles, reduce traffic congestion and bringing discipline on roads in the capital and its adjacent areas, the government is going to enact a parking policy.
28 December 2019, 18:00 PM
Shuvadya Canal: RHD frustrates revival effort
While the government plans to restore Shuvadya Canal in Keraniganj with a Tk 1,200 crore project, one of its own departments appeared to be a major obstacle.
26 December 2019, 18:00 PM
Metro Rail Project: Installation of tracks begins Jan 1
Installation of the first rail lines on elevated viaducts will begin next week, with the first one being fixed at the depot area in the capital’s Uttara.
23 December 2019, 18:00 PM
Intent to save rivers creates row between BIWTA, railway
The row over giving vertical clearance to several railway bridges between Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority (BIWTA) and Bangladesh Railway (BR) has now reached the Cabinet Division.
21 December 2019, 18:00 PM