CHANDPUR, March 27, 2026 (BSS) – A 30-year-old man was killed and three others, including a woman, were injured in a head-on collision between an engine-driven trolley and a CNG-run auto-rickshaw in the Hajiganj upazila of the district last night. One of the injured passengers, Rina Begum (25), stated that the auto-rickshaw was traveling at high speed. The impact of the collision was so severe that Kibria was thrown onto the road and died on the spot, she added. Local former UP member Faruk said that residents rescued three injured individuals, including the auto-rickshaw driver, and sent them to a hospital. Md Abdur Jabbar, Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Hajiganj Police Station, confirmed that the body was sent to the Chandpur Government General Hospital morgue for an autopsy this morning.

Photo : BSSLALMONIRHAT, March 27, 2026 (BSS) - State Minister for Disaster Management and Relief Asadul Habib Dulu today said the traditional fair held in Sindurmati area of the district has set a unique example of communal harmony. He made the remark while addressing a meeting as the chief guest after visiting the traditional Sindurmati fair at the bank of Sindurmati Dighi in Panchgram Union of Sadar upazila in the district. Dulu said the spontaneous participation of people from different religions, alongside Hindu community members, in Sindurmati reflects a strong bond of mutual empathy, cooperation, and love. Dulu said Sindurmati area had seen no notable development for a long time in the past. Asaduzzaman, Sadar Upazila Nirbahi Officer Mononita Das, Lalmonirhat district BNP joint general secretary Mominul Haque, and joint assistant general secretary ABM Faruk Siddiqui, along with senior officials of the local administration and political leaders, were present.

Family, farmer cards being distributed based on eligibility, not political identity: TitumirDr Rashed Al Mahmud Titumir. Titumir noted that in the past, research indicated 35% to 50% wastage in the social safety net sector. The Farmer Card will be launched experimentally on Pohela Boishakh, initially offering limited services with a plan to expand to 10 services, he informed. “Furthermore, Family Card has been introduced to bring low-income families under the social safety net to reduce poverty. Regarding funding, Titumir said there are no plans to increase taxes to implement social safety programmes.

Photo: BSSRAJSHAHI, March 27, 2026 (BSS)- A two-day workshop titled “Malaria Modeling for Public Health Professionals in Bangladesh” has begun at Rajshahi University (RU), focusing on malaria modeling. The workshop was inaugurated today (Friday) at the conference hall of the Faculty of Veterinary and Animal Sciences at the university. Vice-Chancellor (VC) of Rajshahi University, Professor Md. Zunaed Siddiki of Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University. The Applied Malaria Modeling Network (AMMnet), established in 2022, is a global community of malaria modelers, data analysts, and partners.

However, La La Land does acknowledge the existence of Black artists in the world of jazz, choosing to regulate them to the background instead. I know what you might be thinking, “Music genres can’t belong to a group of people,” and I almost completely agree. Although its origins were centered around Black musical traditions like the blues, it is now more widely associated with Americana and white artists. La La Land ties jazz’s worth to its ability to stay completely unchanged. Now, present-day artists like Kamasi Washington infuse traditional jazz sounds with other historically Black genres like hip-hop and soul.

BEIRUT, Lebanon, March 27, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Lebanese media reported an Israeli strike hit Beirut's southern suburbs early Friday, as AFP correspondents heard several explosions from the Hezbollah stronghold that Israel has repeatedly struck since war erupted this month. Israel has previously issued sweeping evacuation warnings for the area, but provided no specific warning in advance of Friday's strike. Hezbollah said its fighters kept up its attacks on Israeli troops in south Lebanon early Friday. On Thursday, official Lebanese media reported deadly Israeli raids in the country's south, and Hezbollah claimed more than 90 attacks on Israeli targets inside Lebanon and across the border. Also Thursday, Israel's military said two soldiers were killed in south Lebanon, while Israeli emergency services said a rocket fired from Lebanon killed a man in northern Israel's Nahariya area.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman. File PhotoDHAKA, Mar 27, 2026 (BSS) - Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will speak at a discussion in the capital this afternoon on the occasion of the great Independence and National Day. Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is going to arrange the discussion at the Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh (IEB) auditorium at 2:30 pm. BNP Chairman and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will address the meeting as the chief guest, while BNP Secretary General and Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir will preside over it. BNP central leaders will also speak at the meeting, the party's media cell confirmed.

Photo: BSSCHATTOGRAM, March 27, 2026 (BSS) - A ship carrying a total of 30,000 tonnes of fuel oil-10,000 tonnes of diesel and 20,000 tonnes of jet oil- has docked at Chattogram port today. Bangladesh Petroleum Corporation (BPC) Senior General Manager Yusuf Hossain Bhuiyan said that the ship is carrying 20,000 tonnes of diesel and 10,000 tonnes of jet fuel. Currently, there are 200,000 tonnes of diesel in stock, and the newly arrived fuel will boost the overall stock. BPC imports and supplies five categories of fuel oil, including diesel, petrol, octane, and jet fuel. Rezanur Rahman confirmed that a ship arrived on schedule this morning, ensuring no fuel shortages in the country.

DHAKA, Mar 27, 2026 (BSS) - The government is set to hold a high-level meeting to determine urgent measures for preventing road accidents and enhancing overall road safety across the country. Organised by the Ministry of Road, Transport and Bridges, the meeting will be held on March 29 at 11:00 am at the conference room of the Road Transport and Highways Division at Bangladesh Secretariat, an official release said here today. Road Transport and Bridges Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam will chair the meeting. State Minister Habibur Rashid and State Minister for Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Mir Shahe Alam are expected to attend. The government reiterated its commitment to coordinated measures to reduce accidents, improve passenger services and enhance discipline and safety on roads nationwide.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has reaffirmed the United Nations’ unwavering support and solidarity with Bangladesh during a meeting with Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman at the UN Headquarters. Photo: MoFaDHAKA, March 27, 2026 (BSS) - UN Secretary-General António Guterres has reaffirmed the United Nations’ unwavering support and solidarity with Bangladesh during a meeting with Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman at the UN Headquarters. During the meeting held on Thursday, the UN chief extended warm congratulations to the newly formed government of Bangladesh. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation between Bangladesh and the United Nations in addressing global challenges and promoting sustainable development. On behalf of the Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, the foreign minister extended an invitation to the UN Secretary-General to visit Bangladesh at a mutually convenient time.

Hot weather, energy woes lead Venezuela to take a week offCARACAS, March 27, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodriguez has declared a week off for public-sector workers as hot weather exacerbates the country's energy shortages. The South American nation has rationed power frequently over the years, and has shortened workdays and suspended school to save energy during Easter. "During this Holy Week, I want to announce that I have decreed days off on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday for the entire education sector," Rodriguez said. "The ministries" should also take time off as "part of the electric power saving plan," she added, saying Venezuela had faced "45 days of high temperatures." Rodriguez has led Venezuela after Nicolas Maduro was seized by the US military on January 3.

Rubio says G7 nations should back reopening of Strait of HormuzJOINT BASE ANDREWS, United States, March 27, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Thursday that it was in the "interest" of all G7 nations to push for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz currently blocked by Iran. It is Rubio's first trip abroad since the United States and Israel launched airstrikes on Iran on February 28. Rubio, who skipped the first day of G7 talks on Thursday, said there was "progress" in talks with Iran, but refused to speculate on when or how they might end. At the same meeting, Rubio said Washington's allies should be grateful to Trump for undertaking the offensive, led in coordination with Israel. "The president is not just doing a favor to the United States and to our people.

WASHINGTON, United States, March 27, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - The US Senate movedFriday to end a budget standoff that has forced thousands of airport securitystaff to work without pay and caused long delays at airports. A lapse in government funding has left Transportation Security Administration(TSA) staff -- who screen passengers, baggage and cargo -- working withoutpay since mid-February. Airports in several cities have warned travelers to arrive hours earlier thanusual because of long security lines. The bill would provide funding for the TSA, the Coast Guard and the FederalEmergency Management Agency, among other agencies. More than 300 TSA staff have quit and unscheduled absences have surged sincethe shutdown began, leading to extended travel delays and airports strugglingto screen travelers.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan spoke as the chief guest at a programme held at the Bangladesh Consulate in Istanbul, marking the Independence and National Day. Photo: BSSDHAKA, Mar 26, 2026 (BSS)- Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan has said those elected by the people to run the state and society must be guided by the lessons of history. The minister made the remarks as the chief guest at a programme held at the Bangladesh Consulate in Istanbul, marking the Independence and National Day, a press release from the ministry said. Earlier, upon his arrival at the consulate, Zahir Uddin Swapon was welcomed with flowers. The minister travelled to Turkey on Thursday afternoon at the invitation of the Turkish government to attend the 'International Strategic Communication Summit (Stratcom) 2026.'

WASHINGTON, United States, March 27, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Iran allowed 10 oil tankers to pass through the strategic Strait of Hormuz as a "present" to show it was serious about negotiations to end the war, US President Donald Trump said Thursday. Before giving his account to reporters, Trump first checked with his Middle East negotiator Steve Witkoff at the cabinet table, saying: "Steve, can I reveal the present?" Of these vessels, three oil tankers and two gas carriers are currently subject to US sanctions related to Iran. Based on tracking signals, two of the six oil tankers appear to be heading toward China, while one is bound for Thailand. Among the gas carriers, one is en route to Singapore, and another has already arrived in India.