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Dhaka Traffic Overhaul Ordered as Authorities Move to Relocate Major Bus Terminals
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has instructed authorities to restore road discipline and reduce chronic traffic congestion in Dhaka by relocating the Sayedabad, Gabtoli, and Mohakhali bus terminals outside the capital as part of a broader transport reform initiative.
June 15, 2026
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Rising Cost of Living in Dhaka Puts Increasing Pressure on Household Budgets
Escalating prices of food, housing, transportation, healthcare, and essential services are forcing residents of Bangladesh's capital to reassess spending habits, as economists warn that prolonged inflation could deepen financial strain on middle- and low-income families.
June 15, 2026
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Thousands Rally Against G7 Ahead of Summit as Global Leaders Gather in France
Thousands of demonstrators marched through Geneva ahead of the G7 summit in neighbouring France, voicing opposition to the policies of the world's wealthiest democracies and expressing concerns over war, climate change, inequality, and global representation.
June 14, 2026
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Rooftop Mango Garden in Dhaka Produces Over 5 Maunds of Fruit Annually, Showcasing Urban Agriculture
A six-story rooftop garden in Dhaka’s Middle Badda area has become a thriving hub of mango cultivation, producing dozens of varieties including rare international species, with this year’s yield reaching around 5–6 maunds despite unexpected challenges.
June 14, 2026
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Government Approves Narsingdi Medical College Amid Concerns Over Faculty Shortages
The government has officially approved the establishment of Narsingdi Medical College in the home district of Health Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain Bakul, even as the country's public medical education system continues to grapple with severe teacher shortages and quality concerns.
June 14, 2026
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Bangladesh's HSC Standard Comparable to Singapore's Grade Six, Says State Minister Bobby Hajjaj in Parliament
The State Minister for Primary and Mass Education blamed years of neglect for the decline in educational standards, saying the government has launched an ambitious reform agenda to modernise the sector and restore quality.
June 14, 2026
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Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant Set to Supply First 300MW to National Grid by August End
Bangladesh's first nuclear power facility is expected to begin supplying electricity to the national grid by the end of August 2026, marking a major milestone in the country's energy journey as commissioning activities progress at the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant.
June 14, 2026
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Shafiqur Rahman Warns Government to Honour Referendum Verdict or "Face Consequences"
Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman has urged the BNP-led government to implement what he described as the "people's verdict" expressed through the referendum, warning of consequences if public demands continue to be ignored. Opposition leaders at a rally in Chattogram also criticised the proposed national budget and raised concerns over governance, corruption, and law enforcement.
June 13, 2026
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10 Suspected Robbers Arrested in Munshiganj While Allegedly Preparing for River Heist
Police have arrested 10 individuals in Munshiganj's Mirkadim area on allegations of preparing to carry out a robbery. Authorities recovered a speedboat, sharp weapons, mobile phones and other items believed to have been intended for use in the planned operation.