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16 March 2026, 09:57 AM
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Three possible outcomes emerging for Iran in current trajectory of war
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Cashew helping women of hills become self-sufficient
There are lines of cashew trees on the hills of Rangamati and Bandarban. Cashew farming started in the 60s but the production has grown exponentially recently.
17 March 2022, 04:00 AM
Lalon festival returns after 2 years in Kushtia
Fakir Lalon Sai's akhrabari have been lifeless for the last two years ever since the Covid-19 pandemic broke out. The wait is finally over for the fans and followers of Lalon Fakir. After two years, a three-day Lalon Mela has been held in Chheuria of Kushtia on the occasion of Dolpurnima. Once again, Baul devotees and devotees have joined in the festivities.
16 March 2022, 17:00 PM
Police responsible for over half of all extrajudicial killings
A Centre for Governance Studies (CGS) report stated that Bangladesh police have been involved in 1.5 percent more extrajudicial killings than Rapid Action Battalion. Out of the 562 reported extrajudicial killings between 2019 and 2021, police were involved in more than half of them. Why are the members of the police department involved in extrajudicial killings? Will there be any solution to this issue without any international pressure?
16 March 2022, 15:59 PM
As everything opens up, Dhaka traffic back in full force
Dhaka city residents were stuck on the road today as traffic came to standstill for the second consecutive day.
16 March 2022, 08:43 AM
'Superfood' quinoa now in Bangladesh?
Quinoa is known as a "superfood" because of its riches in protein and other nutrients. A Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University research found that the soil and weather in Bangladesh is suitable for cultivating this foreign crop.
16 March 2022, 03:32 AM
Is river commission incompetent in saving Buringanga?
Buriganga, the river that cradled Dhaka for over 400 years, has now become one of the most polluted rivers - and despite many efforts and judiciary rulings, nearly 100 acres along the two banks of Buriganga river remain filled up.
15 March 2022, 15:05 PM
What are the problems behind ADB-backed development projects?
There are 12 ongoing projects in Bangladesh’s transportation sector which are being implemented with loans provided by the Asian Development Bank. However, mirroring other state and megaprojects, 9 of the projects were revised multiple times, and the remaining 3 are yet to reach the construction phase.
14 March 2022, 14:47 PM
How did a family from Habiganj end up owning a river?
Suki river in Habiganj, a 23-kilometre-long river is "owned" by a family.
13 March 2022, 18:21 PM
A rare sighting: 4 tigers seen together in Sundarbans
A group of tourists has recently spotted four tigers together at one place in the Sundarbans.
13 March 2022, 18:13 PM
Is the BTRC enacting a new censorship tool?
Several organisations, including 45 foreign organisations, have raised alarm over a new proposed law from the BTRC, which might potentially lead to harsh censorship similar to that which the Digital Security Act has been accused of.
13 March 2022, 15:00 PM
Khecheopalri Lake of Sikkim: Where wishes come true
Pelling is a beautiful city to the west of Sikkim. It is the 2nd largest tourist spot in Sikkim. The town is located at a distance of 10 km from the district headquarters of Geyzing. Kanchenjunga is the main attraction of Pelling. The beauty of Kanchenjunga as seen from this city is mesmerising.
13 March 2022, 02:52 AM
Alumni look back as DU turns 100
Thousands of alumni gathered in university campus to celebrate and relive their campus lives on the 100 years anniversary of Dhaka University. The centenary programme, organized by the Dhaka University Alumni Association, took place on 12 March.
12 March 2022, 18:19 PM
Are Hilsha farmers getting fair share of rations during ban?
Hilsha fishing, selling, and transporting have been banned for two months in six Hilsha sanctuaries. At least six lakh families from six districts are dependent on Hilsha fishing. The government allotted 40kg rice for each of these families per month. However, there are allegations that the affected fishermen are not even getting the allotted rice even as months pass by.
12 March 2022, 15:00 PM
Salman Muktadir in Nazrul Rony’s serial
Spot TV Serial “Golmal Colony” directed by Nazmul Rony and featuring Salman Muktadir has begun filming in two shooting houses in Uttara.
12 March 2022, 03:23 AM
Graveyards: A safe haven for criminals?
Graveyards are a sacred place. The dead are buried here in accordance with religious customs. Apart from special days, graveyards are usually vacant. Surprisingly, most of the graveyards in Dhaka are unprotected and attract criminal activities.
11 March 2022, 15:32 PM
Transgender poet Shova tells her story at Boi Mela
Some say she is the first transgender poet in Bangladesh. Overcoming many adversities, she recently published her second book "Ami Shova Bolchi". Even though her book was published, she couldn’t get a stall to carry her book. That’s when Shova decided to personally sell her book at the fair premises, and went viral on social media.
11 March 2022, 13:34 PM
How was Robert Pattinson's Batman?
“The Batman” is the latest superhero movie from Hollywood. The movie premiered in London on the 23rd of February and it was released in theatres on 4th of march 2022.
11 March 2022, 04:16 AM
Married off as child, Tania now a student, successful entrepreneur
Tania Yasmin recently turned 20. She was married off at the age of 15, and subjected to psychological abuse and social stigma. This led to her divorce since she wanted to continue her studies. However, she didn’t give up on life and carried on the struggle. Tania of Haturia village in Bera upazila of Pabna is now a student, a mother, and a successful entrepreneur.
10 March 2022, 17:08 PM
Price of soybean oil skyrockets ahead of Ramadan
Every year before Ramadan, along with all other essential commodities, both the demand and the price of soybean oil increase in Bangladesh. But since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war the price of soybean oil has increased more than the developed world. How are the public suffering from this price hike? Is the war responsible for this increased price? Is there a way to stop this inflation?
10 March 2022, 15:54 PM
Why should you use eSIM?
eSIM is being introduced in Bangladesh. A private telecommunication company is set to bring eSIM to the market. But what is eSIM? What is the difference between a regular SIM card and an eSIM?
10 March 2022, 03:28 AM