Although an earlier announcement signaled a temporary pause in the ongoing demonstration at Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC), the headquarters at Nagar Bhaban remained inaccessible on Wednesday, frustrating both citizens and staff. Despite hopes for a return to normal operations, the main gate stayed locked, forcing residents seeking municipal services to return without assistance, and resulti...
Japan witnessed a historic demographic milestone last year as the number of births fell below 700,000 for the first time, according to government data released on Wednesday. In 2024, a total of 686,061 babies were born—marking a decline of 41,227 from the previous year. This significant drop highlights the ongoing challenges Japan faces with its rapidly aging population. With one of the lowest...
The government has given the green light for the procurement of 200 double-cabin pickup trucks for the police and approved the import of 1.3 million tonnes of refined petroleum products to meet the country's fuel requirements for the latter half of the year. The decisions were finalized on Wednesday during a meeting of the Government Procurement Advisory Committee, chaired by Finance Adviser Dr. ...
A student team from United International University (UIU) has earned a coveted spot at the MATE ROV World Championship, an international competition focused on underwater robotics innovation. The prestigious event will be held in Michigan, USA, from June 19 to 21, 2025, featuring teams from over 20 nations. The UIU team, known as UIU Mariner, secured their position through a rigorous selection pr...
The hit web series Bachelor Point is set to return with its highly anticipated fifth season, much to the excitement of its loyal fan base. The official announcement came during a press conference held on Sunday (June 1) evening at a club in Gulshan, where cast and crew gathered to share insights and memories from the series. Among those present were familiar faces including Marzuk Russell, Chashi...
Sadia (name changed), once trapped in a cycle of manipulation and emotional abuse, has found the courage to break free, reclaiming her life and identity in the process. Her story is one of quiet resilience, reflecting a reality faced by many women behind closed doors. “When we first met, he was perfect,” Sadia recalled. “Charming, caring, everything I had dreamed of. Slowly, that image fade...
After 18 seasons of unwavering commitment, Virat Kohli finally lifted the Indian Premier League (IPL) trophy, guiding Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to a long-awaited victory. The emotional win came in front of more than 91,000 spectators at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium, the largest cricket venue in the world. RCB edged out Punjab Kings by six runs in a thrilling final on Tuesday night,...