Moon expressed her determination that her child should not follow the risky forest-based profession of his forefathers. While returning home with his companions, he was attacked by a crocodile while crossing the Karamjal canal under the Chandpai Range of the Sundarbans East Forest Division. To keep her husband’s memory alive, Moon has named their son Shubhojit, inspired by his father’s name. Her mother remarried, and Moon grew up under the care of her grandmother, who now runs a small tea stall to support the family. According to RezauI Karim Chowdhury, Divisional Forest Officer of the Sundarbans East Division, Subrata had entered the forest with valid permission for crab collection.

DHAKA, Mar 29, 2026 (BSS) - The government has undertaken elaborate nationwide programmes to celebrate Bangla New Year 1433 under the initiative of the Ministry of Cultural Affairs. As in previous years, extensive arrangement has been taken in coordination with different ministries, divisions, educational institutions, cultural organisations and local administrations to turn the Bangla New Year celebration into a national festival. Government and private television channels and radio stations will broadcast special programmes marking the occasion. Educational institutions will celebrate the day in a festive atmosphere, and Shishu Academy will arrange special programmes involving children. In addition, various creative activities such as discussions, painting, essay writing and quiz competitions will be held at various institutions and organizations.

Photo : PMOSANGSAD BHABAN, March 29, 2026 (BSS) - Parliament today fixed March 31 to hold discussion on the July National Charter (Constitution Reform) Implementation Order, 2025 in line with an adjournment motion placed by the Opposition Leader. Following the placement of the adjournment motion, Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman described the motion as very rational and timely proposal. “We want the July National Charter to be implemented.”Then the Deputy Speaker fixed March 31 for the two-hour discussion on the issue as the last agenda of the day. Highlighting his party's position, the BNP standing committee member proposed forming a "Constitutional Reform Committee" comprising members from both treasury and opposition benches. Referring to the July National Charter, Salahuddin said it represents a political compromise document but does not automatically amend the Constitution.

The first day that the accusations against Chavez surfaced, municipalities immediately began planning to remove his name from schools, streets, buildings, etc. Close to 10 million documents, photos, survivor statements, police reports, etc. only one person is in prison for the Jeffery Epstein, and his male buddies, decades of abusing and trafficking underage women! DAVE SAVAGEVietnam veteranFlagstaff

Bangladesh highlights key priorities on WTO reform at MC14 in YaoundéFile PhotoDHAKA, March 29, 2026 (BSS) – Bangladesh has called for a fundamental pivot in the World Trade Organization’s reform agenda, demanding that the interests of the Least Developed Countries (LDCs) be placed at the center of the MC14 deliberations in Yaoundé. On May 27, Muktadir joined day-long deliberations on WTO reform, highlighting the nation’s priorities concerning decision-making, development, and the establishment of a level playing field. In his interventions, the Minister underscored that the WTO should remain firmly anchored to its founding principles, including transparency, inclusiveness, and fairness. During the decision-making session, Bangladesh underscored the importance of preserving consensus-based decision-making as a key safeguard for LDCs and developing countries, ensuring inclusivity and balance. On development, Bangladesh stressed that WTO reforms must deliver tangible outcomes.

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DHAKA, March 29, 2026 (BSS)—The Bangladesh archery team returned home to a warm welcome today after clinching a gold medal at the Asia Cup Archery Tournament (Stage-1) held in Bangkok, Thailand. The team brought the laurel, defeating Vietnam by 231-225 in the compound men’s team event, marking a significant achievement for the country in international archery. On behalf of the State Minister for Youth and Sports, Youth and Sports Secretary Md. World Archery Asia President Kazi Rajib Uddin Ahmed Chapal and Bangladesh Archery Federation President Professor Dr. Md. Speaking at the reception, the Youth and Sports Secretary described the victory as a “glorious achievement” for Bangladesh, emphasizing that winning gold in a prestigious competition like the Asia Cup highlights the country’s growing strength in archery.

The papers were torn from more than a dozen Peace Corps manuals, reports, and information packets that we accumulated over our two years as PCVs. Peace Corps staff, expats, and returned Volunteers hoped to give us realistic expectations of what life would be like when we stepped foot in the States. Returned Volunteers can be hesitant to speak negatively about their service with people who have not experienced Peace Corps, yet will complain for hours about how much they hated their host town when with other Volunteers. This code-switching is often intended to make Peace Corps service sound better to both the people listening and the Volunteers themselves. Many things can be left unsaid and more meaningful dialogues can take place when a Peace Corps elevator pitch isn’t required as an introduction to any overseas story.

Photo: CollectedJASHORE, Mar 29, 2026 (BSS)- Jessore University of Science and Technology (JUST) has announced a 12-point plan for electricity and fuel conservation as part of national austerity measures amid the global energy crisis. The meeting decided that all departments and offices must maximize the use of natural light during daytime and refrain from using electric lights, fans, or air conditioners unnecessarily. Strict instructions were given to switch off all electrical equipment when leaving offices or rooms, and to avoid lighting corridors and staircases. Use of air conditioners has been discouraged, except in laboratories with advanced equipment, where air condition can operate on a limited basis but must be set at 25°C or above. The university will raise awareness among students, faculty, and staff through stand banners and leaflets across campus.

Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Hossain inaugurated the 17th Asia Pharma Expo at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Center in Purbachal today. Photo: PIDDHAKA, Mar 29, 2026 (BSS)- Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Hossain has said the government has allocated an additional amount of Taka 604 crore for the procurement of vaccines to tackle the recent prevalence of measles. The minister said measles cases have increased in many parts of the country over the past 15 days. Reaffirming the government’s stance, Sakhawat Hossain said no irregularities or corruption in the health sector will be tolerated.

Health Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain -File photoSANGSAD BHABAN, March 29, 2026 (BSS) - Health Minister Sardar Md SakhawatHusain today said in parliament that there was looting in the health sectorduring the previous fascist government. "There is no fund for developmental work in the health sector. Later, the Health Minister responded. He said that the looting took place in the health sector during the previousfascist government. The Health Minister said that the government does not have any fund to go todevelopmental work in the health sector.

And so, I found myself last week at a funeral service for a woman I had known for more than 55 years. Naomi Caspe was the kind of person whose life demanded the respect shown by a full house at her funeral. I was thinking about this country Naomi loved so much and the people here who will live after her. My friend would not countenance lying — our generation grew up knowing that was bad — and yet, today we are bombarded daily from the highest offices in the land with lie after lie after lie. Yes, I caught myself during that beautiful funeral service for a most deserving human being thinking about a future without the common sensibilities of a Naomi Caspe to help guide us.

BASRA, Iraq (AP) — In Basra, southern Iraq, daily routines go on under the weight of the Iran war, as workers unload cargo at Umm Qasr Port and operations slow at the nearby Zubair oil field. At the Shalamcheh border crossing, mostly Iranian travelers pass into Iraq under tighter security, offering a glimpse of life along the frontier during the conflict. ___This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

A delegation led by Jean Pesme, World Bank Division Director for Bangladesh and Bhutan, paid a courtesy call on Minister of Agriculture, and Fisheries and Livestock Mohammad Aminur Rashid today at the conference room of the agriculture ministry. Photo : PIDDHAKA, March 29, 2026 (BSS)- A delegation led by Jean Pesme, World Bank Division Director for Bangladesh and Bhutan, paid a courtesy call on Minister of Agriculture, and Fisheries and Livestock Mohammad Aminur Rashid today at the conference room of the agriculture ministry. At the outset, the Agriculture Minister welcomed the World Bank delegation, and the delegation members congratulated the minister on assuming office as a member of the cabinet. World Bank representatives expressed interest in increasing investment in the agricultural sector, particularly in supplying agricultural inputs, processing agricultural products, and cooperating in market development. The minister welcomed the World Bank's proposal.

Professor Dilara Hafiz. File photoDHAKA, March 29, 2026 (BSS)- The Namaz-e-Janaza of noted educationist Professor Dilara Hafiz, wife of the Jatiya Sangsad (JS) speaker Major (Retd.) The National Parliament Secretariat shared the information in a press release today. Dilara Hafiz began her career as a lecturer at Government Eden College. Prof Dilara Hafiz is survived by her husband, a son, a daughter and grandchildren and a host of relatives, colleagues and well-wishers.