'Farmer Card' Initiative Launched to Aid Marginal Farmers in Enam District

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has instructed the concerned authorities to prepare a comprehensive database of farmers by December to ensure government support reaches genuine beneficiaries.

Social Welfare Minister Prof. Dr. A Z M Zahid Hossain announced the official launch of the Family Card programme on August 16.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman inaugurated the National Fisheries Fortnight-2026 today, focusing on strengthening the fisheries sector for a self-reliant Bangladesh.

The Family Card assistance program has provided crucial support to low-income families in Rajshahi, helping them meet essential expenses.

The government distributed fertilizers, seeds, and other inputs to 1,500 farmers in Jhenaidah to support summer onion cultivation.

A seed distribution initiative by the Department of Agricultural Extension has provided over 200 farmers in Kaptai with free Aman paddy seeds to help them recover from recent floods.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman handed over keys of newly built houses to families affected by recent floods in Banshkhali, Chattogram.

In a bid to enhance summer onion production, 3,000 farmers in Jhenaidah received free onion seeds, fertilizer, and polythene sheets.

The Ministry of Food in Bangladesh has initiated rice distribution under its Food-Friendly Programme, aiming to support low-income families.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has called for the relocation of bus terminals and markets, and the introduction of modern toll collection systems to alleviate traffic congestion in Dhaka.

The Rangpur Bar Association (RBA) has decided not to temporarily represent the accused in the quadruple murder case of Ganapati Chakraborty Jewel’s family.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has urged global unity and solidarity to hold trials for those involved in enforced disappearances, marking the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police conducted a series of raids in Tejgaon, arresting 56 individuals suspected of various crimes.

Vehicular movement on the Dhaka-Chattogram highway has returned to normal following the completion of repair works on Asharichar Bridge.

Police have arrested 56 individuals in a series of raids targeting crime-prone areas within Dhaka's Tejgaon Division.

A program to plant one thousand palm tree saplings has been inaugurated in Rajshahi.

Police in Rajshahi arrested two youths allegedly preparing to commit a mugging, recovering weapons and a mobile phone designed to resemble a police device.

A passenger of a CNG-run three-wheeler was killed and another injured after the vehicle crashed into a parked van on the Dhaka-Chattogram Highway in Siddhirganj, Narayanganj.

The Kamrangirchar Iron Bridge, a vital link in Dhaka's Kamrangirchar area, has been reopened exclusively for pedestrian use after extensive renovations.

Rangpur Metropolitan Police Commissioner Mahbubur Rashid pledges to find the real reason behind the recent quadruple murders in the city and bring the perpetrators to justice.

Disaster Management and Relief Minister Asadul Habib Dulu has announced plans to transform Sindurmati Dighi in Lalmonirhat into an attractive religious and tourist center.

Patients at Khulna Specialized Hospital's Burn and Plastic Surgery Unit express satisfaction with the improved services but call for more specialist doctors.

The Customs Intelligence and Investigation Directorate (CIID) has seized nine trucks carrying approximately 73 metric tonnes of bonded goods after they deviated from the prescribed route and entered the Nayabazar area of old Dhaka.

Environment Minister Abdul Awal Mintoo held four bilateral meetings on the sidelines of COP17 to discuss combating land degradation, climate resilience, ecosystem restoration and renewable energy.

Norway has entered a new era under King Haakon VIII following the death of his father, King Harald, after a 35-year reign.

Icelanders head to the polls in a referendum on resuming EU membership talks, a decision with far-reaching implications for the nation and the EU.

Nepal's Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal estimates that the reconstruction after the recent devastating floods could cost billions of dollars.

Carlos Alcaraz expresses confidence and excitement as he prepares to defend his US Open title after a four-month wrist injury layoff.

Hezbollah's Naim Qassem has once again rejected the framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon, calling for its downfall and vowing that his group will not surrender.

Phil Neumann's brace led Birmingham to a crucial 2-1 victory over Wrexham in the Championship's 'Hollywood derby'.

Goncalo Ramos scored his first Serie A goal as AC Milan defeated Venezia 2-0 at the San Siro.

The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation has updated its policy to permit the use of the term 'terrorism' when describing the September 11, 2001, attacks without requiring direct attribution.

Norway's Viktor Hovland and American Ryan Gerard share the lead at the PGA Tour Championship, the final event of the FedEx Cup playoffs.

Donald Trump's 'No Tax on Tips' policy has provided little relief for Las Vegas service workers as tourism declines and tips dwindle.

US President Donald Trump will mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks at the Pentagon, sparking controversy over his decision to skip the New York memorial.

The Colombian army has stated that it currently has no plans to rescue a French Foreign Legion soldier who was kidnapped by guerrillas earlier this month.

The number of people missing after floods in Nepal and China has soared to nearly 3,000.

President Donald Trump has announced a groundbreaking deal giving the US majority control of 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves.

In a thrilling Ligue 1 encounter, PSG managed to draw 2-2 against Lille thanks to a dramatic stoppage-time equalizer from captain Marquinhos.