Nationwide Shutdown: Over 250 Illegal Healthcare Facilities Closed

In a significant crackdown on unauthorized healthcare facilities, Tangail authorities sealed three private clinics and fined a hospital.

Following an inspection, the Health Department shut down two private hospitals and two lab units in Cumilla.

Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain has announced intensified field-level supervision and reform initiatives to improve healthcare services at district and upazila hospitals.

A mobile court operation led to the closure of the Seba Clinic in Godagari, Rajshahi, due to verified irregularities.

State Minister for Health and Family Welfare Dr. M A Muhit said establishing internationally certified laboratories would reduce patient suffering and save foreign exchange.

Health Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Husain visited Gobindaganj Upazila Health Complex in Gaibandha, taking action on vaccine procurement complaints.

Social Welfare Minister Dr AZM Zahid Hossain emphasizes the need for swift decision-making and implementation to achieve the SDGs.

Health Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Hossain has ordered the transfer of Chandpur Civil Surgeon Dr. Nure Alam Din, citing negligence during a surprise hospital visit.

During a health inspection in Tangail, two clinics were fined a combined Tk 40,000 for violations.

Khulna City Corporation has rolled out an extensive mosquito control program in a bid to curb the rising dengue cases in the city.

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

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

Khulna City Corporation is rolling out a major initiative to control the spread of dengue in specific high-risk areas.

Experts emphasize the importance of delivering quality services to ensure safe institutional deliveries for rural mothers and reduce maternal and neonatal mortalities.

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

A widely criticized study on excess deaths during the Covid pandemic has been retracted by the British Medical Journal.

Barguna General Hospital, a crucial healthcare facility for the coastal region, is grappling with a severe shortage of doctors and nurses, severely impacting patient care.

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

Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Husain emphasizes integrated planning across ministries to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Experts emphasize the need for effective programmes and sustainable financing to address the growing prevalence of hypertension and other non-communicable diseases among young people in Bangladesh.

Medical experts emphasize the importance of hydration and rest for dengue patients to aid recovery.

Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman has left Dhaka for Qatar on a two-day official visit, accompanied by a high-level government delegation.

A Russian attack on the Kharkiv region in northeast Ukraine has resulted in the deaths of 10 people, according to the local governor.

Australian cricket great David Warner has been fined and ordered to use a vehicle breathalyser lock after admitting to drink driving.

Zion Suzuki is set to become the first Japanese goalkeeper in Premier League history, joining Aston Villa for a record 35 million euros.

Japan's Defence Minister, Shinjiro Koizumi, has emphasized the critical importance of cooperation among Japan, the United States, and South Korea for regional security amid changing geopolitical dynamics.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman attended the Revenue Conference 2026 as the chief guest, focusing on enhancing revenue collection and tax administration.

OpenAI plans to lease a massive new AI data center in Ohio, backed by a $105 billion financing commitment from Nvidia.

US President Donald Trump's envoy Jared Kushner announced that progress towards disarming Hamas and advancing the Gaza peace plan could begin within a month.

England's cricket team, now without Bazball architects Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum, prepares to face Pakistan in their first Test since the era's end.

Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema has won re-election with 60% of the vote, despite opposition allegations of irregularities and government interference.

The Cabinet has approved a tax reduction on imports of green chilli and tomato to stabilize prices and ensure supply.

A high-level Indian business delegation has begun a three-day visit to Dhaka to explore opportunities for expanding bilateral trade, investment, and industrial cooperation.

An Italian rescue charity has reported rescuing 50 migrants and recovering seven bodies from a distressed boat off the coast of Libya.

Bangladesh International Master Mohammad Fahad Rahman bounced back from his previous match defeat to triumph over India's FIDE Master Arnav Agrawal in the second round of the 32nd Abu Dhabi International Festival.

Water Resources Minister Md Shahiduddin Chowdhury Anee announced an integrated, environment-friendly and long-term plan for sustainable management of the Teesta River.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has extended an invitation to Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman for a visit to Saudi Arabia.

Despite a break announced by the team management, several hockey players continue training to maintain fitness ahead of the Asian Games.

Bangladesh allrounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz emphasizes the need to replicate their outstanding performance from the first Test as the team prepares for the second and final Test against Australia in Mackay, starting on August 22.