Convict in case over 2002 attack on Hasina’s motorcade dies
An inmate convicted in a case over the 2002 attack on Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s motorcade in Satkhira has died. The convict, 60-year-old Abdus Sattar, hailed from the district’s Kalaroa Upazila and died at Satkhira Sadar Hospital on Sunday, according to jailor Abul Bashar, reports bdnews24.com. Kaila Union Council Chairman Sheikh Sohel Rana confirmed the involvement of the inmate in the attack on the then-opposition leader and current Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s motorcade in Satkhira on Aug 30, 2002. Sattar, who leaves behind two children, was a teacher at Kaila Government High School, according to ward No. The body will be handed over to his family after an autopsy and legal procedures, Satkhira Police Station chief Md Mohidul Islam said.
Source:bd News24
January 29, 2024 07:29 UTC
MRT authorities to increase coaches to keep up with crowds
Authorities are increasing the number of coaches on metro rail trains running from Uttara to Motijheel from six to eight in a bid to manage the huge crowds of passengers using the service, reports bdnews24.com. This would allow those who avoid the metro rail due to overcrowding to use the service and thin the crowd on the streets. A passenger who commuted from Mirpur to the Secretariat applauded the initiative and demanded that the time gap between trains running on the route should also be decreased. DMTCL says they are working to reduce the time gap between trains running and extend service hours to 11 pm from 9 pm. The metro rail has been a ray of hope for Dhaka, a city enmeshed in severe traffic congestion.
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January 29, 2024 06:45 UTC
'Beekeeper' buzzes to top of N.America box office
He predicted the film, made for an estimated $40 million and in only itsthird week out, could ultimately net $150 million worldwide. Tough guy Jason Statham plays the beekeeper in question, an ex-commandoseeking revenge against a criminal group whose cruel scams lead to thesuicide of his friend (Phylicia Rashad). "Beekeeper" only narrowly edged out last weekend's top film, Paramount's"Mean Girls," which took in an estimated $7.3 million for the Friday-through-Sunday period in the US and Canada. Made for $100 million, "Wonka" has grossed just over $550 millionworldwide. The sleeper hit has rolled up totals of $71.2million domestically and $55 million overseas for a total $126.2 million.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 29, 2024 05:52 UTC
Japan suspends funding to UN Palestinian refugee agency
TOKYO, Jan 29, 2024 (BSS/AFP) - Japan said it is joining other countries insuspending funding to the UN agency for Palestinian refugees followingIsraeli charges that some UNRWA staff took part in Hamas's October 7 attack. The agency has fired several staff over Israel's accusations and promised athorough investigation into the claims, which were not specified, whileIsrael has vowed to stop the agency's work in Gaza after the war. Several of the agency's top donors including the United States and Germanyhave since halted funding to UNRWA, which has been at the heart ofhumanitarian efforts in Gaza. Japan said late Sunday it was "extremely concerned about the allegedinvolvement of UNRWA staff members in the terror attack on Israel on October7 last year." "In response, Japan has decided to suspend additional funding to UNRWA forthe time being while UNRWA conducts an investigation into the matter andconsiders measures to address the allegations," a foreign ministry statementsaid.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 29, 2024 05:16 UTC
Teknaf house hit by Myanmar firing amid conflict in Rakhine
A house at Teknaf along the border in Cox’s Bazar has been hit by a firing of bullet from Myanmar amid reports of relentless clashes between the army and armed rebel groups, reports bdnews24.com. Nurul said Border Guard Bangladesh personnel later took away the bullet. Bangladesh’s BGB immediately protested the incident through a letter to the Myanmar’s Border Guard Police (BGP). The impact of which has also reached the Rakhine state of Myanmar, adjacent to the Bangladesh border.There are constant reports of unstable conditions and conflict situations. Consequently the DG BGB visited the Bangladesh-Myanmar border in Cox's Bazar and Bandarban districts to monitor the border situation.
Source:bd News24
January 29, 2024 04:37 UTC
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January 29, 2024 02:02 UTC
SSC exams to begin on Feb 15
File PhotoDHAKA, Jan 28, 2024 (BSS) - The Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent examinations are scheduled to begin from February 15 while all coaching centres will remain closed for a month from February 13. This year, a total of 20,24,192 examinees will appear in the examinations from 29,735 educational institutions at 3,700 centres. Centre secretary will be allowed to use a normal mobile phone set without internet connection. Besides, the teachers, officials and employees who will be employed to take and carry question papers will also not be allowed to use phone. Secretary to the Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Soleman Khan, Secretary to the Technical and Madrasha Education Department Dr Farid Uddin Ahmed, chairman of all education boards and law enforcing agencies were present at the meeting.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
January 28, 2024 17:44 UTC
Manikganj man dies from Nipah virus infection, first in Bangladesh this year
Dr Mizanur Rahman, the superintendent of the Infectious Diseases Hospital, and Dr Tahmina Shirin, the director at the IEDCR, also confirmed Babul’s death from Nipah virus infection. The virus is transmitted through raw date juice that contains the excrement or saliva of infected bats. Anyone who drinks infected juice will get the disease. The Directorate General of Health Services warned people against eating fruits partially eaten by birds or bats, consuming raw date juice, and advised them to wash fruits well with water before eating. The DGHS also urged date juice collectors and vendors not to sell raw juice to anyone.
Source:bd News24
January 28, 2024 14:11 UTC
By relying on the latest tech, are we undermining ourselves?
Whenever it rang, I would run over and check the tiny screen for the number. Then I would pick up the phone and see whether I got it right. But when I was buying groceries the other day I opened up the calculator app just to make sure 7+8 was… yes, 15. Typing has become faster and more convenient than pouring out your thoughts onto pieces of paper. Sometimes my mind runs ahead of my hand’s ability to write and I’ve become too impatient to wait.
Source:bd News24
January 28, 2024 14:11 UTC
Independents will praise govt’s successes and criticise their failures, says AK Azad
The former president of Bangladesh’s apex trade organisation FBCCI serves as an advisor to the Faridpur District Awami League unit. Faridpur District Awami League chief Shameem Haque ran for the Faridpur-3 seat as the boat candidate. The Awami League won an absolute majority in parliament by winning 223 of the 299 races. “If I won as an Awami League candidate, I could not vote against the Awami League’s decision or the parliamentary party’s decision,” Azad said. I have the opportunity and the option too.”The parliamentary opposition issue is largely settled, he said.
Source:bd News24
January 28, 2024 14:11 UTC
My songwriting has become more thoughtful, says Billie Joe Armstrong
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January 28, 2024 12:07 UTC
Celebration kicks off Spanish Springs’ 30th
The Clark Barrios Band performs at the Del Mar Stage during Saturday’s Spanish Springs’ 30th anniversary celebration. A steady crowd enjoyed music, food and other entertainment throughout the day at Spanish Springs Town Square.
Source:Daily Sun
January 28, 2024 11:15 UTC