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17 Forest Workers Abducted from Hill in Teknaf
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30 Dec 2024, 14:51
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A total of 17 forest workers have been abducted reportedly by miscreants from the hills in the Jadimura area of Teknaf, Cox's Bazar.
The incident occurred on Monday morning (December 30) to the west of Teknaf's Jadimura area.
The matter has been confirmed by Teknaf Upazila Executive Officer Sheikh Ehsan Uddin.
The abducted individuals are: Ayub Khan (18), Ayub Ali (50), Ansar Ullah (18), Ayat Ullah (22), Shamchu (45), Islam (21), Shamchu (40), Ismail (35), Mohammad Hasim (40), Nur Mohammad (21), Syed Amin (30), Safi Ullah (30), Ayub (50), Mahata Amin (18), Saiful Islam (22), Syed (50), and Rafique (33).
Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Teknaf Model Police Station, Gias Uddin, said, "Efforts are underway to rescue the abducted forest department workers. Police and other law enforcement agencies have reached the spot. We are actively addressing the matter."
Teknaf Upazila Executive Officer Sheikh Ehsan Uddin added, “The forest department workers went to the hills in the morning for work under the department's supervision. During this time, we received news that some individuals had taken them away. Law enforcement agencies are working to rescue them.”
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4 Die in Bus-Truck Collision in Dinajpur
Four people were killed, and 16 others were injured in a head-on collision between a bus and a truck in the Jadupur area of Birganj Upazila, Dinajpur.
This accident occurred around 8:30 am on Friday (December 6) at Jadur Mor, in the Kamarpur area of the Dinajpur-Thakurgaon highway in Birganj Upazila.
Dash Mile Highway Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Omar Faruk confirmed the matter.
He said, 'A paddy-laden truck and a bus collided head-on at Jadur Mor at approximately 8:30 am on Friday. The driver of the bus and truck and two bus passengers died on the spot. Several bus passengers were injured at that time. Our rescue operation is underway."
However, the identities of the dead could not be known immediately. Further details will be provided later.
Take Trip Ltd Celebrates 1st Anniversary
Take Trip Limited, a concern of US Bangla Group, celebrated its first anniversary yesterday 05 December 2024.
Serving its over 4500+ B2B clients, Take Trip Limited, in its short journey has become a major OTA (Online Travel Agent) in the Bangladesh travel market. It is committed to providing its clients with the best service along with providing access to industry-leading technology, which includes NDC and direct API of airlines such as Emirates, Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, US Bangla, Air Astra, Air Arabia, Fly Dubai, Salam Air and many more.
The Take Trip team celebrated the event yesterday with its airline partners and esteemed guests.
Bottled Soybean Oil Suddenly Disappears in the Capital!
For several days, bottled soybean oil has been scarce in markets across the capital. The crisis has now intensified, with almost 90% of 1- and 2-liter bottles vanishing from shelves, leaving consumers frustrated.
Retailers report receiving only 10% of the required supply. Except for a few companies, most brands of bottled soybean oil are unavailable in the market, and the supply of the available brands is insufficient. The shortage is especially severe for 1- and 2-liter bottles.
Noman, a grocery store owner in Karwan Bazar, said, “For two weeks, I haven’t received bottled soybean oil in the quantities I need. This is affecting the sale of other goods as well. Companies and dealers are deliberately creating this situation to hike prices.”
Tofayel, a consumer looking for oil, shared, “I went to several stores but couldn’t find bottled soybean oil. Even where it’s available, they’re not selling it. I’m being forced to buy loose soybean oil at higher prices.”
Importers and distributors argue that the global market price hike has led to reduced supply. According to them, international prices have risen by 10 to 13 taka per liter, and imports have decreased by about 20% compared to demand.
Mohammad Khalilur Rahman Sajal, Executive Director of the Consumers Association, said, “Despite receiving tax reductions and other benefits, the suppliers have not lowered prices; instead, they’ve cut supply.”
He warned, “If the Ministry of Commerce doesn’t act now, the situation could become even more uncomfortable during the upcoming Ramadan.”
It’s worth noting that in October, the government reduced duties and taxes on the import of soybean and palm oil twice. Typically, lowering taxes on a product increases imports and reduces prices. However, instead of prices falling, the opposite trend has been observed in the domestic market.
Fire at a Packaging Factory in Chattogram
A fire broke out at a packaging factory in the Chattogram Export Processing Zone (CEPZ). Seven units of the Fire Service are working to control the blaze.
The incident occurred on Saturday evening (December 7). The cause of the fire and the extent of the damage are not yet known.
Senior Station Officer Md Shahadat Hossain of the CEPZ Fire Station confirmed the matter.
He stated that upon receiving the report, seven units were immediately deployed to extinguish the fire.
Series of Explosions at Myanmar Border Sparks Panic in Teknaf
The border area of Teknaf in Cox’s Bazar is rattled by repeated explosions from Myanmar's Rakhine State, particularly Maungdaw Township. Deafening blasts have left residents of Teknaf municipality, its central area, Sabrang, and Shah Porir Island sleepless at night.
On Saturday (December 7), explosions were heard continuously from 4 a.m. to 11 a.m. Local residents in Teknaf reported that the powerful blasts from Myanmar caused their homes to shake. Fear-stricken, many spent the cold nights outdoors, unable to sleep.
For over a year, Myanmar's junta forces and the Arakan Army have been engaged in fierce battles. Most of Rakhine State, especially areas close to Teknaf, is now under the control of the Arakan Army. In its desperate attempts to reclaim lost territories, the junta has launched continuous airstrikes. On the ground, several armed Rohingya groups are fighting against the Arakan Army on behalf of the junta.
Residents near the Bangladesh-Myanmar border reported hearing loud explosions throughout Thursday evening until late Friday night. During this time, aircraft were seen circling Myanmar's airspace. It is believed that bombs are being dropped from planes targeting Arakan Army positions in Maungdaw. The presence of fighter jets in Myanmar's airspace was visible from Teknaf municipality, Sabrang Union, and Shah Porir Island.
Sabrang Union Parishad Chairman Noor Hossain confirmed that the sounds of explosions were coming from the southern villages of Maungdaw. The loud blasts from mortar shells and grenade attacks have been shaking houses on this side of the border, leaving locals sleepless.
According to border residents, areas like Ukil Para, Foyez Para, Sikdar Para, Hari Para, and Fatangza in southern Maungdaw have been at the center of fighting for over a year. Most of Rakhine State is now controlled by the Arakan Army. Myanmar's military is conducting air raids while armed Rohingya groups engage in ground battles against the Arakan Army.
Mohammad Sharif, a member of Sabrang Union Parishad’s Ward No. 5, and Abdus Salam, a member of Ward No. 9 of Shah Porir Island, said the loud explosions from across the border have left the people of Teknaf in a state of panic.
2 Women Killed at Late Night House Fire in Moulvibazar
A fire broke out at the residence of Sheikh Rumel Ahmed, a former Union Parishad chairman and Jubo League leader in Moulvibazar.
During the incident, his mother and aunt, who were inside the house, died from suffocation.
The incident occurred at around 3 am on Sunday (December 8) in Mostafapur village, Moulvibazar. Later, the fire service brought the fire under control.
The deceased were Sheikh Rumel Ahmed's mother Meherunnesa (70), and aunt Fulessa Begum (65).
According to Moulvibazar Fire Service Station Officer Jishu Talukdar, upon receiving news of the fire, they arrived at the scene and found Meherunnesa and Fulessa Begum unconscious from the smoke. They were taken to Moulvibazar Hospital, where doctors declared them dead.
He also stated that the duplex house was decorated with various types of board materials. The fire originated from the sitting room. Initial investigations suggest that the fire may have been caused by an electrical short circuit.
College Student Commits Suicide in Narsingdi After Writing a Note
Miftahul Hasan Pratik (18), a college student ended his life by hanging himself in a hostel in Narsingdi. He was a 12th-grade student at Abdul Kadir Molla City College.
On Tuesday (December 10) around 4:30 pm, his body was recovered from a room at "City House," a private student hostel in the Basail area of Narsingdi town.
Miftahul Hasan Pratik lived in the hostel to pursue his studies. He hailed from Mahmudul Hasan Sohag of Dhobaura Upazila in Mymensingh district.
Before his death, Pratik left a note:
"Samia, I couldn't keep my promise to you. You gave me enough priority. Study well, follow your family's wishes, and go far in life."
The assistant hostel superintendent of City House Nadimul Islam said that after college hours, Pratik's roommates found the room locked and called out to him. Receiving no response, they tried to peer inside through a gap in the door and saw Pratik hanging. The students then informed others, broke the doo,r and entered the room. His friends rushed him to the district hospital where the duty doctor declared him dead.
Abdul Kadir Molla City College's acting principal Md Herem Ullah Ahshan said, "Pratik lived with his friends in a private hostel outside the college. After hearing about the incident, I went to the hostel. There I found a handwritten suicide note and a balloon with a girl's name written on it."
The superintendent of Narsingdi District Hospital Dr ANM Mizanur Rahman said, "A student named Miftahul Hasan Pratik was brought to the hospital dead. There were black marks on his neck. Initially, it seems to be a case of hanging. The exact cause of death will be known after an autopsy."
Narsingdi Additional Superintendent of Police Md Kalimullah stated that police have visited the spot. "The body has been sent to the Narsingdi Sadar Hospital morgue for an autopsy. It seems to be a suicide, but we are investigating. "The actual facts will be revealed after the investigation and the autopsy," he added.
Attempts to contact Md Emdadul Haque, Officer-in-Charge of Sadar Model Police Station over the phone were unsuccessful as he did not answer the calls.
