Another 220,000 Tons of Wheat to Be Purchased from the United States
Bangladesh is buying another 220,000 tons of wheat from the United States.
LPG Becomes More Expensive
The Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) has increased the price of a 12-kg LPG cylinder from Tk 1,215 to Tk 1,253. Additionally, the price of autogas has been raised from Tk 55.58 to Tk 57.32.
Peace in the Hill Region Depends on the Bangladesh Army
the key to establishing peace in indigenous or hill regions, in his view, lies in the hands of the army. The hill areas are under the authority of the Bangladesh Army. It is they (the army) who can establish peace.
High Court Issues Rule to Formulate House Rent Policy Nationwide, Including Dhaka
The High Court has issued a rule asking why a directive should not be given to formulate a policy for determining house rent in all city corporations across the country, including the capital Dhaka. On Tuesday, a High Court bench led by Justice Shikhder Mahmudur Razi passed this order.
Another Group of Primary Teachers Threatens to ‘Lock the Schools’ Amid Ongoing Work Stoppage
While one group of government primary school teachers has been boycotting the annual examinations and observing a work stoppage demanding salary increases and the resolution of grade complications, another group has threatened to “lock the schools” for the same demands.
Despite Strong Profits, BPC Hikes Fuel Prices While Global Oil Rates Decline
Fuel prices in the international market are gradually declining. Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) has been making profits for several years. In the 2024–25 fiscal year, after deducting all expenses, BPC made a net profit of Tk 4,316 crore. In this situation, questions have been raised over the decision to increase fuel prices instead of adjusting and reducing them.
Nation Records Significant Jump in New HIV Cases
The country has recorded the highest year-on-year increase in new HIV cases in more than two decades, according to a newly released report, sparking serious public health concerns. A total of 1,891 new HIV infections were reported between November last year and October this year—453 more cases than the previous year.
Muhammad Yunus Has Aligned Himself Not With the People, but With International Powers: Farhad Mazhar
Poet, researcher, and theorist Farhad Mazhar has alleged that although Muhammad Yunus came to power as a result of the July Movement, he has “colluded” with the military and international forces instead of standing with the people. He claims that in the political reality after July, the activities of the Yunus government are not aligned with public expectations and have pushed the country toward further instability.
Foreigners Reluctant to Visit Bangladesh Due to Security Concerns, Claims BKMEA President
Mohammad Hatem, President of the Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA), has said that a section of foreign buyers are not coming to Bangladesh due to security concerns.
Modi Expresses Concern Over Khaleda Zia’s Illness, Assures Assistance
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep concern over the deteriorating health condition of Bangladesh’s former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia. He has also stated that India is ready to provide any kind of assistance if needed.