Environment boss Syeda Rizwana Hasan fired up crowds at a massive tree planting bash in Savar. The climate chief warned that Bangladesh faces disaster unless people start planting trees like crazy. She blasted anyone who thinks they can trash nature without consequences. The adviser spoke at the Better Dhaka District Initiatives launch where officials planted a whopping 100,000 saplings across the area. Local bigwigs watched as she kicked off the green revolution with dreams of cleaner skies.
Hasan slammed the choking pollution strangling Dhaka and demanded immediate fixes. She told the crowd that sticking saplings in dirt means nothing unless people actually look after them. The government plans to crush brick kilns around Savar that...
Fifteen talented folks from Narsingdi grabbed prestigious cultural honors during a packed ceremony at the District Shilpakala Academy auditorium Thursday night. Officials rolled out the red carpet for these creative stars who made their mark across different artistic fields over the past three years. Additional Deputy Commissioner Abu Taher Mohammad Shamsuzzaman ran the show while Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Rashed Hossain Chowdhury handed out shiny medals and cash prizes. Freedom fighters Tofazzal Hossain Master and Abul Harich Rikabdar joined former college principal Prof Mohammad Ali and cultural officer Runa Laila for the big celebration. The academy packed three years of recognition into one spectacular evening honoring...
Law enforcement officials promise swift justice for the savage killing of scrap dealer Sohag at Mitford. Home Adviser Lieutenant General Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury vowed that every perpetrator will face consequences for the brutal slaying. Five suspects have already landed behind bars following the shocking crime. The Rapid Action Battalion nabbed two killers carrying weapons while police snatched another suspect during nighttime operations. Detective Branch squads continue hunting down remaining culprits connected to the murder.
The retired general urged citizens to stay calm and avoid vigilante justice during his visit to Dhaka Police Lines. He emphasized that people should report incidents directly to authorities rather than taking...
Government officials might deploy military forces to build flood barriers around Feni district after recent devastating water damage. Disaster Management and Relief Adviser Faruk E Azam announced the potential army involvement during a community meeting at Munshirhat Ali Azam High School in Fulgazi. The administration has developed comprehensive plans to permanently address recurring flood issues that plague the region. Officials want to construct durable protective dams using advanced engineering methods. Military engineers could provide the expertise needed for large-scale infrastructure projects.
Flood victims will continue receiving emergency supplies while they remain at evacuation centers across the affected areas. Families can...
KL Rahul smashed a brilliant century while Ravindra Jadeja grabbed his third straight half-century as India perfectly matched England's massive 387 total during Saturday's Lord's thriller. The visitors looked totally dominant when opener Rahul and explosive wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant built a crushing 141-run partnership for the fourth wicket. Both batsmen crashed back to earth around lunchtime though, leaving India wobbling dangerously at 254-5. Jadeja and Nitish Kumar Reddy steadied the ship with a gritty 72-run stand that lasted 27 tense overs. The series remains deadlocked at 1-1 after another nerve-shredding day of cricket between these perfectly matched teams.
Drama erupted when England tried sneaky time-wasting tactics just before...
Coach Phil Simmons refuses to give up on struggling captain Litton Das as Bangladesh fights for survival against Sri Lanka. The veteran mentor believes his skipper can bounce back from a devastating slump that has lasted several months. Simmons told reporters during Saturday's media session that Das just needs his confidence restored. The head coach remains convinced that hard work will eventually pay off for the embattled batsman. He expects Das to showcase his true talent during Sunday's crucial encounter.
Das has endured a nightmare run across all white-ball formats since earlier during the year. The wicketkeeper-batsman managed just 13 runs during his last eight one-day international appearances. Selectors excluded him from...
Pakistani hockey bosses have pulled their teams from Indian tournaments after deadly border clashes left 70 people dead during four brutal days of fighting between the nuclear rivals. Government insiders claim player safety remains the top priority following the recent warfare that rocked both nations. Sports ministry officials refuse to risk sending athletes into potentially dangerous territory where tensions continue running high. The decision affects major competitions including the Men's Asia Cup scheduled for August and September plus November's Junior World Cup. Pakistan's hockey federation had requested government permission before the dramatic withdrawal.
The boycott threatens Pakistan's chances of qualifying for next year's...
Australian captain Pat Cummins pulls out of the South Africa white-ball tour while gearing up for the massive Ashes showdown later during the year. The pace ace joins Mitchell Starc and Travis Head on the sidelines after skipping the current West Indies T20I matches. Josh Hazlewood heads home early despite getting selected for the African leg while Xavier Bartlett steps into his boots. Cricket Australia prioritizes keeping their fast bowling weapons fresh for the English battle. The skipper maps out a strategic fitness regime targeting October tours and the November Ashes opener.
Cummins plans intensive gym sessions without bowling during his break while addressing minor physical niggles. The ODI leader has commanded just two matches...
Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique refuses to take Chelsea lightly ahead of Sunday's massive Club World Cup showdown at MetLife Stadium. The Spanish manager warns his players against treating the final like an easy win despite their incredible recent form. Enrique praised Blues coach Enzo Maresca and called Chelsea a complete squad with serious talent throughout their roster. The former Barcelona legend knows his team faces a tough battle against determined English opposition. PSG enters the clash as heavy favorites but their coach demands total focus from every player.
The French giants stand on the brink of completing an absolutely stunning trophy haul across multiple competitions. PSG already claimed their domestic league title...
