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Minister cracks down on coaching culture at Viqarunnisa
03:18 PM, 30 Mar 2026 MondayIn a dramatic move that sent ripples through Dhaka’s education circles, Education and Primary and Mass Education Minister Dr ANM Ehsanul Haque Milon has ordered students of Viqarunnisa Noon School and College to avoid coaching centres outside the school, warning that teachers will be held accountable if the practice continues.
Gas crisis keeps 5 of 6 urea fertiliser factories shut
03:01 PM, 30 Mar 2026 MondayThe ongoing US-Israel war with Iran has effectively disrupted the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy supply routes, creating uncertainty in global energy markets. The impact of the situation has also reached Bangladesh.
Following measles outbreak, govt opts for vaccinating 2cr children in June
02:44 PM, 30 Mar 2026 MondayIn response to a nationwide surge in measles infections, the government has announced a month-long special vaccination campaign set to begin in early June, aiming to immunise approximately 2 crore children outside the routine immunisation programme.
394 killed, 1,288 injured in Eid travel accidents: BJKS
02:22 PM, 30 Mar 2026 MondayAs many as 351 people were killed in 346 road accidents across the country during this year’s Eid travel period, according to the Bangladesh Jatri Kalyan Samity (BJKS), a non-government organisation working on passenger welfare.
President, PM pay last respect to Prof Dilara Hafiz
02:19 PM, 30 Mar 2026 MondayPresident Mohammed Shahabuddin, the Prime Minister and other national leaders on Monday paid their tributes to academician and writer Professor Dilara Hafiz on the premises of the Jatiya Sangsad.
Vaccine gaps and malnutrition fuel child deaths in measles outbreak
01:16 PM, 30 Mar 2026 MondayA rapidly spreading measles outbreak is turning into a growing public health crisis in Bangladesh, with rising child deaths exposing critical gaps in vaccination coverage, disruptions in immunisation programmes and the impact of widespread malnutrition.
HSC, equivalent exams likely from June 7
01:13 PM, 30 Mar 2026 MondayThe Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent examinations for this year are likely to begin on June 7. The Inter-Education Board Coordination Committee has tentatively set this date, with the final schedule to be prepared after approval from the Ministry of Education.
Natun Kuri Sports to kick off in Sylhet on Apr 30, announces Tarique
12:33 PM, 30 Mar 2026 MondayA new chapter in Bangladesh’s sporting ambitions is set to begin from Sylhet on April 30, as the government rolls out “Natun Kuri Sports” – a nationwide talent hunt aimed at discovering and shaping the country’s future stars.
Govt offers up to Tk 1 lakh reward to curb illegal fuel hoarding
12:32 PM, 30 Mar 2026 MondayThe government has announced a reward of up to Tk 100,000 for anyone who provides accurate information to local authorities about illegal fuel hoarding and smuggling.
Bus plunge exposes BIWTC lapses, negligent staff offer cash to suppress news
12:11 PM, 30 Mar 2026 MondayThe sinking of the bus at Daulatdia is no longer being seen as just a tragic accident. What is emerging instead is a deeper concern over negligence inside the Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Corporation (BIWTC) and an alleged attempt to deflect scrutiny in its immediate aftermath.
Former DGFI Director Afzal Naser arrested
12:03 PM, 30 Mar 2026 MondayThe Detective Branch (DB) of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has arrested former Directorate General of Forces Intelligence (DGFI) director Md Afzal Naser, 61.
Priyanka urges ‘space and privacy’ after husband Rahul’s tragic death
11:55 AM, 30 Mar 2026 MondayFollowing the shocking death of Indian Bengali actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee, his wife, actress Priyanka Sarkar, has issued a public statement urging people to respect the family’s privacy.