Ensure child protection system at grassroots level

Various rights, social, and other organisations, including the Manusher Jonno Foundation (MJF), Save the Children, and Hefazat-e-Islam, have strongly condemned the recent rise in rape and violence against women and children across Bangladesh. 
9 March 2025, 18:00 PM

Habiganj sluice gate damage threatens crops

The Koiyar Dhala sluice gate and its connecting road in Ajmriganj upazila of Habiganj remain without repairs even eight months after floods last year caused considerable damages to the structures.
9 March 2025, 18:00 PM

Potato farmers struggling for cold storage space

Potato farmers in the country’s northern districts are struggling to manage space in cold storages for storing their produce.
9 March 2025, 18:00 PM

MJF, NGCAF strongly condemn incidents of violence against women, children

The lack of punishment for perpetrators is fueling this alarming trend, they said
9 March 2025, 13:45 PM

No room for rapists in Bangladesh: home adviser

Jahangir Alam says govt to take strong measures against those who will try to curb women’s freedom
9 March 2025, 13:27 PM

Govt employees to receive salaries, Eid bonus on March 23

The Ministry of Finance issued an order in this regard today
9 March 2025, 13:00 PM

Bangladeshi climber aims to become youngest to reach Everest peak from sea level

Ikramul Hasan Shakil was the first Bangladeshi mountaineer to complete the "Great Himalaya Trail"
9 March 2025, 11:39 AM

Community shocked after beloved dog Keeper killed

The man struck Keeper in the head with a heavy slab, causing serious injuries that led to his death
9 March 2025, 09:51 AM

Students erupt in protest across the country over rape, sexual violence

The rape of an eight-year-old in Magura has enraged students as they gathered in protest in different corners of the country
9 March 2025, 08:35 AM

Bangladesh tops Asia in child marriage rate: UNICEF

Adolescent girls in Bangladesh continue to face challenges, particularly in child marriage and gender disparities
9 March 2025, 08:26 AM

Home adviser visits 8-yr-old rape victim at CMH, pledges strict action

The home ministry remains vigilant to ensure the perpetrators do not escape justice, he says
9 March 2025, 06:17 AM

Fear on the streets: a gift for women, from men

I am only asking—have we stopped standing by women?
9 March 2025, 03:07 AM

CA asks to digitise 2 ministries, NBR, BRTA on priority basis

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has directed two ministries and two government departments to prioritise the digitisation of their daily activities, including public services
8 March 2025, 18:49 PM

Bangladeshi shot dead by BSF

Indian Border Security Force shot dead a Bangladeshi man near the border in the Bhitorgarh area of Panchagarh early yesterday, Border Guard Bangladesh officers said.
8 March 2025, 18:00 PM

Recent attacks on women ‘deeply concerning’

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus yesterday said the recent reports of heinous attacks on women are “deeply concerning” and is completely contrary to the dream of a “New Bangladesh”.
8 March 2025, 18:00 PM

Doctors awaiting promotions: Govt creating 7,000 supernumerary posts

The government is set to create supernumerary posts to accommodate over 7,000 government doctors and medical college teachers who have been awaiting promotion.
8 March 2025, 18:00 PM

Dev projects worsen Ctg traffic woes

The residents of Chattogram have been enduring severe traffic congestion due to ongoing development projects by various organisations, including Chattogram Wasa and the Chattogram Development Authority (CDA).
8 March 2025, 18:00 PM

Barguna’s only govt-run fish hatchery closed for 20 years

The only government-run fish hatchery in Barguna, located in Amtali upazila, has been closed for nearly 20 years.
8 March 2025, 18:00 PM

130 camps to be set up for women’s safety

The interim government has decided to establish 130 surveillance camps across the country, starting with Dhaka, to ensure the safety of women and children, Women and Children Affairs Adviser Sharmeen S Murshid said yesterday.
8 March 2025, 18:00 PM