Anthrax is a serious but uncommon infectious disease caused by the spore-forming bacterium Bacillus anthracis. While it mainly affects grazing herbivores such as cattle, sheep, and goats, humans can also become infected through contact with contaminated animals or animal products. What is Anthrax? According to the World Health Organization (WHO), anthrax is a zoonotic disease, meaning it spreads from animals ...

We Dhakaites are no strangers to Japanese food. Since the early 2000s, restaurants like Samdado and Izumi, and more recently Tokyo Express and Izakaya have introduced us to Japanese flavours. While the older establishments take pride in serving authentic Japanese cuisine, many of the newer ones across the city offer toned-down versions with Bangladeshi twists. In a food scene where ...

During my recent survey in the foothill areas of the Tura Hills near Meghalaya, India, I visited the picturesque lowlands of Companiganj, Sylhet. This area is known for its stunning riverbanks and crystal-clear waters cascading over boulders, making it a hub for ecotourism. Alongside a diverse team including engineers, architects, designers, environmentalists, university educators, and law enforcers, I explored the ...

BNP Standing Committee Member Salahuddin Ahmed on Saturday alleged that Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami is siding with a vested interest group attempting to destabilize the political landscape and obstruct the upcoming national election. Speaking at a discussion organized by National Democratic Party (NDP) at Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh, marking the party’s 36th founding anniversary, Salahuddin hinted that Jamaat’s recent political activities appear ...

Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC has regained control of its verified Facebook page around 4:00 pm on Friday (3 October), roughly 12 hours after it was compromised by hackers earlier in the day. Nazrul Islam, Head of Public Relations at Islami Bank, confirmed the recovery. “The page was hacked in the morning. After continuous communication with Facebook authorities, we were able ...

Hamas said on Friday it would agree to some of the terms in US President Donald Trump’s plan to end the Gaza war, including releasing hostages, but avoided addressing more vexing issues like disarmament and said it would seek further negotiations. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said he believed the statement from Hamas showed it was ...

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has emphasized the importance of national unity over religious division, stating that Jamaat does not support dividing the nation along religious lines. Instead, he called for building a united Bangladesh where people of all faiths can live harmoniously. He made these remarks on Saturday while addressing a gathering of Islamic scholars, preachers (da’ee) and ...

BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has said that people from all religious communities, including Hindus and Muslims, jointly ensured the security of Puja Mandaps during this year’s Durga Puja, reflecting Bangladesh’s long-standing tradition of communal harmony. “This is our heritage; one of unity and peace,” Rizvi told reporters on Saturday morning after paying tribute at mausoleum of ...

BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has lauded renowned photographer Shahidul Alam for joining the Gaza flotilla. “By carrying Bangladesh’s flag, he reminds the world of what the people of Bangladesh stand for – never bowing down to oppression and injustice,” Tarique wrote in a post on his verified Facebook page early Saturday. He described Shahidul’s step as not just an ...

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has said the whole world supports Bangladesh’s democratic transition through elections. “Our only message is to return to democracy; we will prepare for the February election as instructed by our Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman.” Fakhrul made the remark in response to reporters’ query at the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport terminal after returning home ...