city - October 16, 2026

ADB Approves USD 175m Loan to Expand Electricity in Chattogram Hill Tracts

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has sanctioned a USD 175 million concessional credit to broaden access to dependable and economical electricity within Bangladesh's Chattogram Hill Tracts, aiding in boosting incomes,

Traditional Boat Race Held on Buriganga

A vibrant and traditional boat race was hosted on the Buriganga River on Friday to celebrate the 416th anniversary of Dhaka as part of the month-long ‘Hridoye Dhaka 416’ festival,

New Intercity Train Pair to Launch on Dhaka–Cox's Bazar Route this Month

State Minister for Railways Habibur Rashid announced on Saturday morning that an additional pair of intercity trains will commence operations on the Dhaka–Cox's Bazar corridor later this month, aiming to

Government Initiatives Multiply to Alleviate Dhaka's Waterlogging

The government has directed relevant authorities to reclaim occupied canals, construct planned drainage systems, and remove polythene and waste from drains and box culverts to mitigate the capital's waterlogging crisis.

Energy Price Hike Won't Hit Market Hard, Says PM’s Adviser

Prime Minister’s Information and Broadcasting Adviser Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman stated on Saturday that the government does not anticipate the recent hike in electricity and fuel prices to trigger a

This Year’s Dengue Could Be Severe with Risk of Hemorrhage: Health Minister

Health Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Hossain has warned that patients infected with dengue fever this year run the risk of experiencing internal and external bleeding (hemorrhage). He shared this information on

Selina Hayat Ivy Returns Home After Being Released on Bail

Selina Hayat Ivy, the former mayor of Narayanganj City Corporation, has been released on bail after spending over a year in prison. She was released from the Kashimpur Central Jail for

EC Targeting October to Kick off Nationwide Local Body Elections in Phases

The Election Commission (EC) considers the period from late October to next March as the most suitable time to begin local government elections, aiming to finalize all relevant electoral rules

Govt Inks Deal with 12 IPPs for 918 MW Power

The government has signed contract with 12 independent power producers (IPPs) to generate 918-MW electricity at an average cost of 7.80 cents (Tk 9.12) per kilowatt-hour, with officials saying amount

Man City Crowned FA Cup Champions

Manchester City have clinched the FA Cup title after defeating Chelsea in the final, keeping their hopes of a domestic treble alive. Pep Guardiola’s side secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over

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