Eight Pharmacies and Shopkeeper Fined Tk 77,000 in Narsingdi for Selling Expired Medicines

An outbreak of Legionnaires' disease in Austria's Linz region has claimed three lives and sickened 26 others.

Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Hossain has extended support to the family of Kanika Mondal, who died following complications after childbirth.

Khulna Division grapples with a severe dengue outbreak, reporting 14 deaths and 3,690 hospitalisations this year.

The government has intensified its efforts to shut down illegal healthcare facilities across the country.

State Minister for Water Resources Forhad Hossain Azad emphasizes the need for collective efforts to improve services at Panchagarh Modern Sadar Hospital.

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

The European Union has agreed to study an experimental Lyme disease vaccine developed by Pfizer and Valneva, which showed a 70% efficacy rate in trials.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is expected to inaugurate a new 15-storey building with 500 additional beds at the National Institute of Neurosciences & Hospital (NINS) tomorrow.

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.

Dr Fahmida Khatun will transition to the role of Distinguished Fellow at the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) starting September 1, after serving over nine years as the think tank’s Executive Director.

Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia reaffirm commitment to enhancing bilateral relations with a focus on economic, investment, and business cooperation.

The Game Development (GD) Trophy, a 50-over tournament, will commence tomorrow as the Bangladesh Cricket Board seeks to identify and nurture the next generation of cricketers.

Commerce, Industry, Textiles, and Jute Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir highlighted the need for the defence sector to evolve into a modern, technology-driven, export-oriented industry.

Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the alleged mastermind behind the 9/11 attacks, is set to go on trial in June 2028.

Rangpur Metropolitan Police (RpMP) Commissioner Mohammad Abdul Mabud announced that DNA and dope tests will be conducted on the two suspects arrested for the quadruple murder in Rangpur.

The third session of the 13th Jatiya Sangsad, which began on August 27, 2026, will continue until September 10, 2026.

Transfer talks between Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain over an Anfield move for Bradley Barcola are reportedly on the right track.

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed announced coordinated efforts by Bangladesh Police, Coast Guard, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), and the Forest Department to ensure security in the Sundarbans and coastal areas.

Bhola, known as the ‘Queen of Islands,’ is set to be connected to the national road network through a new highway linking the district with the mainland.

Sri Lanka's Sonal Dinusha scored a remarkable 133 not out to secure a draw in the second Test against India, though India won the two-match series 1-0.

A workshop was held to strengthen social protection for workers in Bangladesh's readymade garment sector.

Bangladesh has experienced a significant 22.3 percent increase in workers' remittances during the first 26 days of August 2026.

Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman has assured that there is no reason for other countries or communities to be concerned if the Mecca Pact is expanded.

Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) President Taskeen Ahmed urged businesses to use automated revenue management systems and digital services for better tax compliance.

The 2nd Embassy Indoor Games, featuring representatives from 26 diplomatic missions and organizations, will commence tomorrow at International School Dhaka.

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today urged the Bangladesh Election Commission (EC) to uphold its image and public trust by ensuring all upcoming elections are held in a free, fair, and impartial manner.

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed stated that the improvement in Bangladesh's law and order situation is now visible, as law enforcement agencies have been able to arrest perpetrators of crimes and bring them to justice within a short time.