Author: Desk Report
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its allies have initiated a two-day program starting today (Monday) under the banner of the Teesta River Protection Movement, with the slogan “Jago Bahe-Tista Bachao” (Wake up, Save Teesta). The program focuses on the distribution of water from the Teesta River and the implementation of river-related projects. According to party sources, the protest will involve a continuous 48-hours sit-in at locations along the Teesta River, demanding a solution to the water-sharing issue concerning the Teesta Agreement and other common rivers, and pressuring India to safeguard Bangladesh’s interests. BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul…
The young television actor Shahbaz Sani has passed away (Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihi Raji’un). The news of Shahbaz’s death was confirmed on social media through a post by fellow actor Ziaul Faruq Apurba. Ziaul Faruq Apurba wrote in his post, “Actor Shahbaz Sani is no longer with us. Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihi Raji’un. Please pray for Sani.” The entertainment industry is in mourning following the tragic loss. Shahbaz Sani began his career in showbiz with the television drama ‘Kachhe Asar Por’, directed by Imraul Rafat. In a short time, Shahbaz gained popularity among viewers with his acting skills,…
Renowned lyricist, composer, and musician Pratul Mukhopadhyay has passed away at the age of 83 after spending several days in critical condition at SSKM Hospital in Kolkata. His death was confirmed by Anandabazar. At the beginning of the year, Pratul was admitted to the hospital in a deteriorating state. A team of neurology and ENT specialists attended to him, and even the Chief Minister of Kolkata visited during his treatment. According to hospital sources, he suffered a heart attack after surgery, leading to antibiotic-resistant infections and pneumonia, which worsened his condition. Eventually, he lost consciousness and passed…
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…