The CNG-run auto-rickshaw owners and drivers in the cities of Dhaka and Chittagong where they operate continue charging extra from the commuters despite the authorities’ repeated reminder to follow the metre-based...Full story
Five young men were arrested from different spots near Rajshahi University early Saturday in connection to a case filed over mugging on the campus. The arrested are Salman Hossain, 18, Koyes, 16, Tapu... Full story
The Communist Party of Bangladesh at its district conference in Barisal called for strengthening the alternative left political force shunning the influence of the two major parties Awami League and BNP.Full story
A number of political, socio-cultural and professional organisations the in Khulna city reiterated their demands for immediate construction of a modern railway station in the city and gas supply in the region.Full story
A smoke-free bus service, titled ‘Smoke-Free Campaign Bus’ was launched in the capital on Saturday to sensitise people about the tobacco control law and motivate them to shun smoking. Full story
Green activists at a cycle procession on Thursday urged the government to promote cycling and reduce the number of private cars to ease the capital city’s stifling traffic congestion. Dhaka Cycling Club, Bangladesh Gana Sangskriti Dal and World Active...Full story
An international seminar on human rights and religious freedom will be held at the Senate Bhaban of Dhaka University on Monday. The Centre for Inter-religious and Inter-cultural Dialogue of Dhaka University.Full story
A youth aged about 27 was run over by a train on Saturday in the capital’s Tejgoan area. Victim Nazmul Hossain alias Nannu, son of Afzal Hossain, was a native of village Hatkanda under Salanga...Full story
Light to moderate rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely to occur at many places over Rajshahi, Rangpur and Sylhet divisions and at a few places over Dhaka, Khulna, Barisal and Chittagong...Full story