Bangladesh Floods and Landslides: 51 Lives Lost, Over 1 Million Affected

A seven-member committee has been formed by the government to expedite the disposal of appeals, revisions, and references relating to sentences awarded by mobile courts.

Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Administrator Md. Shafiqul Islam Khan conducted on-site inspections of several waterlogged areas in Dhaka to assess the drainage system and direct immediate measures to resolve waterlogging caused by continuous rainfall.

Heavy rain, flooding and landslides in Chattogram division have claimed over 50 lives and damaged nearly 80,000 homes and hundreds of educational institutions.

The government has intensified its relief efforts in response to the severe flooding and landslides that have affected approximately 867,000 people across five districts in the Chattogram division.

Traffic policemen in Dhaka face significant challenges in regulating traffic and ensuring pedestrian safety as heavy rainfall inundates the city's streets.

Khulna City Corporation (KCC) Administrator Nazrul Islam Manju inspected the repair work on the Alutala Sluice Gate to prevent waterlogging.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) arrested 107 individuals in coordinated operations across six police stations as part of its ongoing efforts to combat crime.

Members of Parliament and government employees from Gazipur district have decided to donate part of their salaries to the Prime Minister's Relief and Welfare Fund to support flood-affected people.

Water and climate experts emphasize the need for resilient urban planning, restoration of natural waterways, and strengthened water management systems to reduce the impacts of floods and waterlogging in Bangladesh.

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has seized assets worth TK 33 crore belonging to Khairul Bashar, the owner of BSB Global Networks, as part of an ongoing money laundering investigation.

Anindya Islam Amit, state minister for power, energy and mineral resources, distributed relief to flood-affected residents in Chattogram today.

The Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) successfully rescued four tourists who were stranded for 48 hours in the remote Thuisapara area of Bandarban due to severe weather conditions.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has expressed profound shock and sorrow at the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, former Amir of the State of Qatar.

35 women entrepreneurs in Gazipur received TK 37.50 lakh in microcredit and certificates after completing skill development training.

Bangladesh will participate in the BIMSTEC National Security Advisers’ Meeting in New Delhi on July 16, despite rejecting India’s explanation over a recent airport incident involving Prime Minister’s Adviser Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman.

Khulna city and district BNP leaders express deep sorrow at the passing of Barrister Jamir Uddin Sircar, a veteran statesman and former acting President of Bangladesh.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will visit Barishal tomorrow to join several programmes, including a tree plantation campaign.

Khulna City BNP General Secretary Shafiqul Alam Tuhin and party activists repaired the waterlogged Shipyard Road through voluntary labour.

Bangladesh's foreign exchange reserves have increased to $36.58 billion, according to the latest data from Bangladesh Bank.

Members of Parliament from both sides of the aisle paid rich tributes to former Speaker and Acting President Barrister Jamiruddin Sircar, honoring his contributions to democracy, rule of law, and parliamentary practice.

The Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent examinations have been postponed for the Chattogram Education Board, while other boards will proceed as scheduled.

The Bangladesh Parliament Secretariat and UNFPA organized a workshop to enhance legislative action on women's and youth rights.

Australia's head coach Andrew McDonald has highlighted Bangladesh's fast bowlers as a significant challenge ahead of the two-Test series in Australia next month.

The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) has directed 161 government Technical Schools and Colleges to relocate valuable assets and take emergency measures as flood situations worsen.

A delegation from KOICA met with the Vice-Chancellor of Rajshahi University to discuss introducing a Korean language course and expanding educational opportunities for students.

The government has no intention of selling the state-owned mobile operator Teletalk and is committed to upgrading its services to ensure healthy competition in the telecom market.

One more person died of dengue and 350 new patients were admitted to hospitals across Bangladesh in the 24 hours ending Sunday morning, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).

Abdul Monayem Munna, Central President of Jatiyatabadi Jubo Dal, emphasizes the ethical duty to assist those impacted by recent floods in Bangladesh.

Rangpur City Corporation (RpCC) Administrator Advocate Mahfuz Un Nabi Don has announced ambitious plans to transform Rangpur into a modern, clean, and well-managed city.