Author: Tech Desk

We’ve all experienced the frustration of trying to install a new app, only to be faced with the annoying “not enough storage” message. Running out of space on your phone can be especially inconvenient when you want to snap a photo or download something important. Luckily, there are several ways to free up storage and keep your device running efficiently. Whether you’re using an Android or iPhone, here are seven practical tips to help you reclaim storage space and ensure your phone operates smoothly: Review Storage Usage Before you start freeing up space, it’s helpful to know what’s…

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Iqbal Hossain Chowdhury’s directorial film ‘Boli’, which has gained attention at various international film festivals, is set to be released in theaters across Bangladesh on February 7. Producer Piplu R Khan revealed that preparations for the film’s theatrical debut are in full swing. ‘Boli’ previously won recognition at the Busan International Film Festival and received its censor certification in September last year. Khan explained, “Initially, we had planned to release the film on February 14, but after consulting with the director and considering various factors, we decided to bring the release date forward. Releasing it this weekend seems…

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A report released by the Road Safety Foundation revealed that 621 road accidents occurred across the country in January. These accidents resulted in 608 fatalities and at least 1,100 injuries. The statistics, which were shared in a press release on Tuesday, February 4, highlight the severity of traffic-related incidents in the first month of the year. Among the reported accidents, 271 were motorcycle-related, resulting in 264 deaths. There were four boat accidents that claimed six lives, and 22 rail track accidents led to 26 fatalities and seven injuries. The Road Safety Foundation compiled this data from nine…

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Chattogram Metropolitan Police (CMP) has arrested 46 leaders and activists from various political organizations, including the central Awami League, city Awami League, Jubo League, and the banned student organization Chhatra League, over the last 24 hours. The arrests were made between 2 PM on Monday, February 3, and 2 PM on Tuesday, February 4, following a series of raids across various police precincts in the city. Among those arrested are members of the central Awami League’s Religious Affairs Sub-Committee, including 70-year-old Mohammad Salamet Ali Chowdhury, along with several others: Alamgir Mia (32), Mohammad Alauddin (38), Sabbir Hossain Mondol (46), Arfan…

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The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has strongly condemned the government’s recent decision to increase the price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders, calling it “illogical and anti-people.” During a press briefing after paying tribute to party founder Ziaur Rahman, BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi stated that the government’s lack of accountability led to the price hike. He said this decision would negatively affect low-income individuals, such as rickshaw pullers, CNG drivers, and small shopkeepers. Rizvi argued that the rise in LPG cylinder prices, primarily used for household needs, would place significant strain on the economy,…

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The government of Bangladesh has signed an agreement with Japan to install air pollution monitoring devices on the streets of Chattogram and Dhaka to measure the impact of transportation pollution. The Japanese equipment will be purchased for more than 75 crore taka. The devices will be installed along various roads in both cities. On Monday, February 3, the Economic Relations Division (ERD) of Bangladesh signed a “Note of Exchange” and a “Grant Agreement” with the Japanese government. Md. Shahriar Kader Siddique, Secretary of ERD, signed on behalf of the Bangladesh government. On behalf of Japan, Saida Shinichi, the Japanese…

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The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has filed a lawsuit against U.S. President Donald Trump over his decision to close the U.S.-Mexico border. The lawsuit was filed on Monday in the District Court of Washington, D.C. The ACLU, which advocates for immigrant rights, describes Trump’s immigration actions as “illegal” and “undesirable.” The lawsuit argues that the Trump administration is acting in direct violation of U.S. Congress’ laws, stating: “The government is doing exactly what directly contradicts Congressional law. Without Congressional approval, the government is sending asylum seekers—including not just individuals but entire families—back to countries where they face the imminent…

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The Election Commission (EC) has completed the task of collecting voter data by visiting homes, a process which wrapped up on Monday, February 3. A total of over 47 million citizens’ data was collected during this update. Among these, approximately 1.05 million dead voters will be removed from the voter list. ASM Humayun Kabir, the Director-General of the National Identity Registration Division, confirmed that data for 1,039,220 dead voters had been gathered, along with data for 3,745,784 new potential voters. He noted that Monday’s data has not yet been included, so the numbers may change slightly. The voter…

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Fortune Barishal secured their place in the final of the ongoing tournament with a commanding 9-wicket victory over Chittagong Kings in the first qualifier. Despite a lackluster performance throughout the tournament, opener Tawhid Hridoy rose to the occasion in this crucial match, playing a blistering knock to guide his team to a comfortable win. Hridoy’s outstanding half-century helped Barishal achieve their target with 16 balls to spare, making them the first team to reach the final. They will now face the winner of the second qualifier in the final match. In the first qualifier at Mirpur, Chattogram,…

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Bangladesh requires at least 170 cancer treatment centres based on the World Health Organization’s recommendation of one per million people. However, the country currently has only around 20, with the majority located in Dhaka. The government initiated a project to set up comprehensive cancer treatment centres in all eight divisional cities. But six years into the project, it remains in the construction phase, with no clear timeline for the procurement of equipment or recruitment of staff. In 2008, with assistance from the WHO, Bangladesh developed a National Cancer Control Strategy, followed by a work plan for 2009-2015. Unfortunately, the plan…

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