Bangladesh Confronts Severe Dengue Outbreak with 530 New Cases

Bangladesh is grappling with a severe dengue outbreak, recording 580 new cases and three deaths in the past day, raising the year's toll to 59 fatalities.

Bangladesh faces a surge in dengue cases, with health officials reporting 756 new infections overnight.

Bangladesh faces a severe surge in dengue cases with 639 new infections and 2 deaths reported overnight.

Health officials report a sharp increase in dengue cases, with 726 new infections recorded in the past 24 hours.

Dengue infections continue to rise in Khulna Division, with 243 new patients admitted to hospitals in the past 24 hours.

Bangladesh faces an escalating measles crisis with a rising death toll, as the health authorities report a significant number of suspected cases.

Bangladesh is grappling with a severe measles outbreak, with hundreds of children dead and thousands hospitalized.

A severe measles outbreak in Bangladesh has claimed the lives of five more children, raising the total number of deaths to 885.

Bangladesh faces a growing measles crisis, with six more suspected deaths reported and a surge in cases since March 15.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has directed authorities to intensify cleanliness and public awareness campaigns nationwide to contain the spread of dengue.

Khulna City Corporation (KCC), Khulna Development Authority (KDA), and various organizations are working together to address the rising dengue cases in Khulna.

State Minister for Land Ministry Mir Mohammad Helal Uddin emphasized the need for a united social resistance to protect the young generation from the devastating effects of drugs.

New Zealand has become the second country to approve the use of MDMA for treating severe post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

A total of 55 dengue patients have been admitted to various hospitals in Chattogram in the past 24 hours, raising concerns over the ongoing dengue outbreak.

Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Husain conducted an unannounced inspection of the 50-bed Charbhadrasan Upazila Health Complex in Faridpur, focusing on patient care and hospital conditions.

The Directorate General of Health Services reports four additional deaths from suspected measles, raising the total to 967 since March.

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

Disaster Management and Relief Minister Asadul Habib Dulu has ordered Lalmonirhat District Hospital (LDH) to maximize the use of its existing resources to improve patient care and ensure cleanliness.

The US has recorded its first measles deaths of 2026 in Pennsylvania, highlighting a resurgence of the disease amid declining vaccination rates.

Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain revealed several initiatives aimed at significantly enhancing healthcare services at the district and upazila levels.

A preventive oral cholera vaccination campaign targeting 51.75 lakh people has begun in 14 high-risk upazilas and thanas across Bangladesh.

Bangladesh fast bowlers Taskin Ahmed and Ebadot Hossain inspired aspiring fast bowlers to focus on speed and accuracy during the launch of the nationwide Robi Bowler Hunt programme.

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has publicly endorsed Lamine Yamal's bid for the Ballon d'Or, highlighting the young winger's self-confidence and exceptional performance this season.

Gas supply to industrial units across Bangladesh has started improving, bringing relief to businesses.

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir called for increased investment in Sylhet’s tourism, tea, fisheries, and other industries.

Robi Axiata and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have launched 'Robi Bowler Hunt', a nationwide initiative to identify and develop promising fast bowlers and spinners.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has arrived in Cairo to meet Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi amid rising tensions over Houthi control of the Bab al-Mandab Strait.

Bangladesh's ready-made garment (RMG) exports to the United States increased by 11.42 percent year-on-year in the first two months of the current fiscal year.

Moody's Ratings has improved Bangladesh’s sovereign outlook to stable from negative, citing a strengthened external position and eased political and economic pressures.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange experienced a rebound today as bargain hunting returned across the board, driven by improved investor confidence following recent assurances from the Prime Minister.

National Test captain Nazmul Hossain Shanto emphasizes the Bangladesh Premier League's (BPL) importance in providing opportunities for young players.

With the Ballon d'Or voting closing in, top football stars are aggressively campaigning for the prestigious award.

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has warned of the most serious and sustained trade disruptions in living memory, with potential severe economic consequences.

Russia has called for space to remain free of weapons following the US deployment of 'on-orbit space control weapons'.

The Kremlin has welcomed US President Donald Trump's proposal for a truce between Russia and Ukraine on striking energy targets.

Nearly five million people in Bihar, India, are grappling with the aftermath of severe flooding, as authorities work to provide essential aid and relief.

NATO fighter jets shot down a drone over Lithuania, highlighting heightened security concerns on the alliance's eastern flank amid Russia's ongoing war with Ukraine.

The government has proposed a Tk 1,153.60 crore project to expand the existing Barishal Cantonment at Lebukhali into a full-fledged international-standard military facility.

Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen visited BNP Acting Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi to discuss strengthening bilateral ties.