Author: Health Desk
As people become more health-conscious, there is a growing interest in natural and unprocessed foods. Jaggery, an ancient sweetener, is now considered a healthier alternative to refined sugar. With rising awareness of lifestyle diseases like diabetes and obesity, many are turning to jaggery instead of sugar. Both jaggery and sugar are common sweeteners, but they differ significantly in nutritional content and health benefits. Though both are derived from sugarcane or date palm sap, jaggery undergoes minimal processing, making it a more natural and nutrient-rich option compared to refined sugar. Jaggery is Rich in Iron Due to its minimal processing,…
Air pollution caused by fires is linked to more than 1.5 million deaths a year worldwide, the vast majority occurring in developing countries, a major new study said on Thursday. This death toll is expected to rise in the coming years as climate change makes wildfires more frequent and intense, according to a study in The Lancet journal. The international team of researchers looked at existing data on “landscape fires”, which include both wildfires that rage through nature and planned fires such as controlled burns on farming land. Around 450,000 deaths a year from heart disease were…
A group of investors led by Elon Musk has submitted a $97.4 billion offer to acquire OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT. Musk’s attorney, Marc Toberoff, confirmed that the bid—covering “all assets” of the AI firm—was presented to OpenAI’s board on Monday. The move marks the latest chapter in the ongoing feud between Musk, a key ally of U.S. President Donald Trump, and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman over the company’s direction amid the AI boom. Responding to the bid, Altman quipped on Musk’s social media platform, X: “No thank you, but we will buy Twitter for $9.74 billion…
A crush at New Delhi Railway Station claimed the lives of 18 people and left at least 10 others injured on Saturday night. Thousands of passengers reportedly packed into the station, attempting to board delayed trains. Officials confirmed that among the victims, four were children and 10 were women. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences on X, stating his thoughts were with those who lost loved ones. Crowd surges are a frequent occurrence in India, particularly at religious gatherings, festivals, and public spaces. The tragedy follows a similar incident weeks earlier, when 30 people died…
A case has been filed against 127 individuals, including former Education Minister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury Nowfel and former Chattogram City Corporation Mayor Rezaul Karim Chowdhury, in connection with the alleged attack on a rally of students and citizens protesting against discrimination. The case also includes 100 to 150 unidentified individuals. The case was filed on Friday, February 14, at the Bakolia Police Station by a person named Mohammad Elias, though the information became known on Sunday, February 16 . The key accused in the case include former General Secretary of Bangladesh Student League of Chattogram City Nurul Azim Roni,…
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has revealed the new jersey for the Bangladesh national cricket team ahead of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, set to begin on February 19. Bangladesh will play its opening match on the second day of the tournament, February 20. The BCB unveiled the new jersey through a video posted on social media at around 6:30 PM on Sunday. The jersey features the national team’s iconic red and green colors, with a golden tiger design symbolizing strength and pride. In the video, the new jersey is proudly worn by Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto, pacers…
In the first 15 days of February 2025, Bangladesh has received a significant remittance inflow of 131.23 million US dollars through legal channels, amounting to approximately 16,140 crore Bangladeshi Taka (based on an exchange rate of 123 Taka per US dollar). On average, the country has been receiving remittances of 8.74 million dollars or 107.6 crore Taka daily. This information was revealed in the latest updated report from Bangladesh’s central bank, published on Sunday, February 16. According to the central bank’s data, the remittance has been received through various channels: 46.65 million dollars via state-owned banks, 8.88 million…
Chief Advisor Dr. Muhammad Yunus has called on district commissioner to work independently and without fear of intimidation. He emphasized that under the current government, there is no need to act based on pressure or threats from others. Dr. Yunus made these comments on Sunday, during the inauguration of a three-day District Commissioner (DC) Conference at the Shapla Hall of the Chief Advisor’s Office. He urged the district commissioners (DC) to focus on what is legally required and what is in the best interest of the country. “You should do what is needed for the country, according to…
In a significant policy shift, the government has removed the requirement for police verification when applying for a passport. This decision means that from now on, citizens will no longer need to obtain police clearance to receive a passport. The announcement was made by the Chief Advisor on Sunday, during the inauguration of the DC conference. The news was confirmed by the Senior Assistant Press Secretary to the Chief Advisor, Faiz Ahmed. Previously, the Public Administration Reform Commission had recommended the removal of the police verification requirement for passport issuance. The Chief Advisor reiterated that the provision for…
Six months into the tenure of Bangladesh’s interim government, led by Nobel laureate Dr Muhammad Yunus, the country finds itself at a crossroads. What started as a moment of hope—a chance to break free from the chains of authoritarian rule—has increasingly turned into a struggle for meaningful reform. While the government has made strides in establishing reform commissions and investigating past human rights abuses, the promises of democracy, stability, and prosperity remain unfulfilled. In this critical moment, it is time to ask: can the interim government truly deliver, or will it fall victim to the same pitfalls that have plagued…