The number of road accident casualties in Sylhet division rose in December compared to November, 2024, according to a report of Nirapad Sarak Chai (Nischa), Sylhet. As many as 38 people were killed and 77 injured in 31 road crashes in Sylhet Division in December, it said. Among the deceased 12 people were killed in accidents involving motorbikes, five were ...

India captain Rohit Sharma said Saturday he stood down from the decisive ongoing fifth Australia Test because he was not in form but insisted he was not retiring. The acclaimed opener has had a poor series, with critics suggesting his omission from the Test — with the visitors down 2-1 going into the match at the Sydney Cricket Ground — ...

As winter sets in, it’s time to gear up with essential cold-weather accessories like muffler winter caps, ear caps, and thermal hats to keep you cozy and stylish. A knit cap and scarf combo is perfect for daily wear, whether you’re indoors or outdoors. Ideal for activities like sleeping, walking the dog, cycling, skiing, snowboarding, running, camping, traveling, fishing, hiking, ...

At least eight people were killed and 15 others were wounded after a fire broke out at a vegetable market in China’s northern province of Hebei, state television CCTV said on Saturday. Authorities were investigating the cause of the fire in the city of Zhangjiakou, which was doused just over an hour after it broke out at about 8:40AM, the ...

China is experiencing a rise in respiratory illnesses, particularly HMPV, as winter approaches. Hospitals are overwhelmed, with fears of a healthcare crisis. A seasonal rise in respiratory illnesses in China is drawing significant attention this year, especially on social media. The focus stems from unfounded comparisons to the Covid-19 pandemic, which began five years ago. The World Health Organization (WHO) ...

The detectives arrested a leader of banned organization Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL) on Friday night in a case filed over an attack on students during the quota reform movement at Dhaka University (DU) last year. The arrestee was Sajibur Rahman, the organisational secretary of the BCL, also the president of the BCL unit at Bijoy Ekattor Hall of Dhaka University ...

Motorcycles accounted for the most road fatalities in 2024. A total of 2,570 people were killed in 2,329 motorbike accidents that also led to 3,151 injuries during the period. Meanwhile, some 8,543 people lost their lives and 12,608 suffered injuries in 6,359 road accidents across the country last year. Mojammel Hossain Chowdhury, general secretary of Jatri Kalyan Samity, disclosed this ...

The Anti-Discrimination Student Movement (ADSM) and Jatiya Nagorik Committee jointly will distribute leaflets, hold rallies and mass contacts across the country from January 6 to January 11 to raise awareness about the July Proclamation. Hasnat Abdullah, convener of the ADSM, announced the programme at a press conference on Saturday. “We demanded to announce July Proclamation by January 15 at ‘March ...

Bangladesh Poultry Association (BPA) will sell eggs, poultry, and other agricultural products at fair prices at 100 locations in Dhaka ahead of Ramadan. BPA President Suman Hawlader announced the initiative at a press conference held at the Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) on Saturday. He said as part of a smart market management system for Ramadan, they will start selling eggs, ...

Jewelry holds significant importance in Bangladeshi weddings, playing a crucial role in the overall cultural and traditional aspects of the ceremony. In Bangladesh, weddings are grand celebrations marked by vibrant customs, rituals, and elaborate attire, and jewelry is an essential part of the bridal ensemble. Jewelry should be more than just a fashion accessory; it should be a special and ...