Commodity prices will rise, there is no doubt: Finance Minister
The global energy crisis has created a situation like “a blow on top of a dying person,” commented Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury. He said that it is not only energy; its impact is being felt on all kinds of goods, food items, and the entire supply chain. As a result, there is no doubt that commodity prices will increase in the coming days.
Admissions of measles patients halted at Shishu Hospital and Azimpur Maternity due to space shortage
Due to the increasing number of measles patients, two hospitals in the capital are unable to admit children arriving with such symptoms because of a shortage of space.
People’s daily living expenses have started to increase
Daily living costs in the country have started to rise again. From edible oil, vegetables, and cooking gas to transportation expenses are increasing in almost every sector, creating new pressure. Due to global instability, uncertainty in fuel supply, and rising transportation costs, price pressure on essential commodities is gradually increasing. As a result, even though incomes remain unchanged, rising expenses are making life more difficult for ordinary people.
Three more children die with measles symptoms at RAMEC Hospital
Rajshahi Medical College (RAMEC) Hospital has reported the deaths of three more children with symptoms of measles. Currently, a total of 149 children with measles symptoms are undergoing treatment at the hospital.
Food Aid Cuts Deepen Crisis for Rohingya Refugees in Bangladesh
Food assistance for hundreds of thousands of Rohingya refugees living in camps in Bangladesh has been significantly reduced, raising serious concerns about worsening humanitarian conditions. The cuts affect a population of around 1.2 million refugees who are heavily dependent on aid for survival, as they are not allowed to work and have limited access to other sources of income.
Bangladesh Christians Demand Public Holiday for Easter with Human Chain
Christians in Bangladesh formed a human chain in the capital, Dhaka, demanding that Easter Sunday be declared a public holiday. The demonstration, organized by the Bangladesh Christian Association, took place in front of the National Press Club, with participation from community members, clergy, and leaders.
Eastern Refinery Faces Shutdown Threat as Crude Stock Falls to 5 Days
The country’s only state-owned fuel oil refinery, Eastern Refinery Limited (ERL), has fallen into a crisis due to a shortage of crude oil. After attacks by the United States and Israel against Iran, a situation of disruption has prevailed in the Strait of Hormuz, preventing crude oil shipments from reaching the country.
Low and Middle-Income Families Struggle Amid LPG Price Surge
The Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) has announced a significant price increase in the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) market in the country. For the month of April, the price of a 12 kg cylinder has been increased by 387 taka to 1,728 taka, which was 1,341 taka in the previous month. This new price has been effective since Thursday evening.
Energy Crunch Forces Bangladesh to Shorten Office Hours, Limit Shop Hours
To conserve electricity and fuel, the government has decided to keep government offices open from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM starting Sunday. banking transactions will be conducted from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Shops, markets, and business establishments will be allowed to remain open until 6:00 PM.
Severe Fuel Crisis Halts Fishing and Tourism, Leaves Thousands of Families in Uncertainty
A severe fuel crisis has created a major standstill in the fisheries and tourism sectors. In coastal regions including Cox’s Bazar and Patuakhali, hundreds of trawlers are unable to go to sea due to a shortage of diesel. As a result, the income of lakhs of fishermen has come to a halt. In addition, tourism stakeholders said that the tourism sector has also suffered a major downturn as the movement of tourist vehicles has decreased due to the lack of diesel.