Director General of the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) Prof Dr Md Abu Jafor on Wednesday said the nature of dengue has changed, making it more challenging to treat patients. “The current strain of dengue is no longer manageable the way it used to be. Many patients are quickly becoming critically ill,” he said while addressing a meeting at ...

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan has opened up about his relationship with girlfriend Gauri Spratt, revealing that while the couple may not have formally tied the knot, he already feels emotionally committed to her. Speaking to Screen, the 60-year-old actor said, “Gauri and I are really serious about each other, and we are in a committed space. We are partners. We ...

At least 28 people were killed and 48 others injured in 29 road accidents across Sylhet division in June, according to a report by Nirapad Sarak Chai (NISCHA) Sylhet divisional committee. Though road fatalities increased nationwide from May to June, Sylhet division saw a slight decrease in casualties during the same period. The report, published on Monday, stated that among ...

Passengers at US airports will no longer have to remove their shoes to pass through security under a new policy unveiled Tuesday, 20 years after the requirement was introduced. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced the change to Transportation Security Administration (TSA) rules at a news conference at Washington’s Ronald Reagan National Airport. Passengers at US airports have been required ...

A wildfire in southern France on Tuesday forced Marseille airport to close and interrupted train traffic as the blaze spread rapidly to the edges of the city. Several forest fires have raged in recent days in southern France, fanning out at speed due to wind and parched vegetation after a heatwave, reports AFP. Scientists say human-induced climate change is increasing ...

Within just eleven months under the interim government, Bangladesh’s foreign currency reserves have surged from under $20 billion in 2024 to over $31 billion by June 2025, marking a significant recovery in the country’s economic outlook. According to the latest data from Bangladesh Bank, gross foreign reserves reached $31.72 billion by July 2, 2025. Net reserves, measured under the IMF’s ...

Germany and Sweden both booked their places in the quarter-finals of UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 on Tuesday after respective wins over already-eliminated Denmark and Poland. The victories mean both sides maintain their perfect records in Group C ahead of their clash on Saturday in Zurich, which will decide who tops the group. Sweden currently lead the group on goal difference ...

Bangladesh suffered a 99-run defeat against Sri Lanka in the third and final ODI at Pallekele, losing the series 2-1 after a poor batting display. Having won the toss and opted to bat first, Sri Lanka posted a competitive total of 285 for 7 in their allotted 50 overs. Kusal Mendis led the charge with a commanding 124-run innings. In ...

Direct shooting on student-led protests in Bangladesh last year was authorised by then prime minister Sheikh Hasina. An audio of one of her phone calls verified by BBC Eye confirmed this. Prosecutors in Bangladesh plan to use the recording as crucial evidence against Hasina, who is being tried in absentia at a special tribunal for crimes against humanity. In the ...

Amari Dhaka is hosting a Marine Feast from July 1 to July 31 at its signature restaurant Amaya food gallery. The feast will feature a wide variety of fish and seafood fusion dishes that are sure to satisfy any seafood lover’s taste buds. Amaya Food Gallery will be transformed into a seafood lover’s paradise during the feast. Guests will be ...