High Court Orders Probe into Discriminatory Ibn Sina Job Circular
The High Court on Monday directed the authorities to investigate a job circular issued by Ibn Sina Pharmaceutical Industry PLC that allegedly contained discriminatory conditions.
Meeting Between the Foreign Minister and the U.S. Ambassador
Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman held a courtesy meeting with U.S. Ambassador to Dhaka Brent Christensen. The meeting was held on Monday (23 February) in the morning at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The U.S. Ambassador also met with State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam.
Death March on National Highways: 546 Lives Lost on Roads in January
In January of this year, a total of 597 accidents occurred across the country on roads, railways, and waterways, resulting in 586 deaths and 1,238 injuries. Of these, 546 people died and 1,204 were injured in road accidents alone. The information was provided by the Bangladesh Passenger Welfare Association.
Prime Minister Directs Rapid Opening of Shahjalal International Airport’s Third Terminal
Prime Minister Tarek Rahman has directed the rapid opening of the long-awaited Third Terminal at Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka. On Sunday afternoon, during a review meeting held at the Cabinet Conference Room of the Secretariat, he instructed the concerned authorities to complete the necessary preparations as quickly as possible.
Cost of Two New Metro Rail Lines Expected to More Than Double Previous Estimates
The construction cost for two new metro rail lines in the capital is projected to be more than double the previous estimates. On the Uttara–Motijheel line, the average cost per kilometer was 15.74 billion BDT, whereas for MRT Line-1 and Line-5 (North), the potential cost is projected at 36.18 billion BDT per kilometer. According to contractor proposals, the total cost could reach around 1.845 trillion BDT, nearly twice the approved budget.
From Best Film to Rising Star: Key Moments from BAFTA 2026 Ceremony
The highest honor in British cinema, the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA), saw its biggest winner this year crowned as the dark comedy “One Battle After Another.” The Leonardo DiCaprio–starring film dominated the BAFTAs with six awards.
‘Coordinator’ Hacked and Injured in Mohammadpur; Police Cite Dispute Over Possession
A young man was seriously injured after being hacked in Mohammadpur in the capital. Friends of the injured said he is the area “coordinator” of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement.
Four Killed in Clash Between Two Groups in Narail
Four people, including a father and son, were killed in a clash between two groups over dominance in Narail Sadar.
BNP Office Empty After Forming Government!
After nearly two decades, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has formed the government with a majority in parliament. But an unfamiliar scene is now visible at the party’s central office in Nayapaltan.
Pressure on Bank Manager to Release Tk 100 Crore in Controversial 5G Project
The project titled “Development of BTCL’s Optical Fiber Transmission Network for 5G Compatibility,” undertaken during the Awami League government to enhance BTCL’s capacity, has now become controversial over allegations of corruption and irregularities.