Blast at Temple in Cumilla Injures Priest, Sparks Panic in Area
Four people, including a priest, were injured in a cocktail explosion left by miscreants at a temple in Cumilla city. The incident occurred around 6:30 PM on Saturday (March 7) at the Kali Gachtala Shiva Temple in the South Thakurpara (Baganbari) area of the city. Police said that two more cocktail explosions took place at nearby locations around the temple at the same time.
From Classrooms to Boardrooms: The Unfinished Journey of Bangladeshi Women
Bangladesh has achieved significant progress in women's education and economic participation compared to many countries in South Asia. Currently, the female literacy rate has reached about 72 percent, and gender parity in primary and secondary education has almost been ensured. About 60 percent of the workers in the country's ready-made garment sector, one of the main driving forces of the economy, are women, which forms an important foundation of the country’s more than 50 billion dollars in export earnings. According to recent data from the World Bank, the female labor force participation rate in Bangladesh is around 42 percent, which is higher than that of India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
Young Man Killed After Altercation While Trying to Buy Fuel at Filling Station, ‘Beaten by Staff’
A young man was killed after being assaulted while trying to buy fuel in Jhenaidah. The incident occurred at around 8:45 pm on Saturday at a filling station in the Jhenaidah Central Bus Terminal area.
Violence Against Women and Rape Have Increased Since BNP Formed Government: Nahid Islam
Nahid Islam, Convener of the National Citizen Party (NCP) and Chief Whip of the Opposition, has claimed that incidents of violence against women and rape have increased across the country since the BNP formed the government.
Justice Delayed: Over 10 Lakh Cases Pending in Women and Children Tribunals
More than one million cases are currently pending in the country’s Women and Children Repression Prevention Tribunals, with over 10,000 rape cases remaining unresolved for more than five years. Rights groups say the prolonged delays highlight deep structural problems in the justice system and demand urgent reforms.
Bangladeshi Migrant Arrivals in Europe Rise Sharply in 2025
The number of Bangladesh nationals arriving in Europe by sea and land increased significantly in 2025, according to newly released migration data.
Historic March 7 Speech That Led Bangladesh Toward Independence
Historic March 7 is being observed today. On March 7, 1971, not only Pakistan but the whole world had its eyes on the Racecourse Ground in Dhaka. Embassies of major countries became busy. Reports about the situation in Dhaka were being sent to Washington, D.C. and Islamabad. The same question was on everyone’s lips: would Sheikh Mujibur Rahman declare independence today?
The Bangladesh Awami League has announced month-long programs marking the fiery month of March
On the occasion of the great Independence month, fiery March, the Bangladesh Awami League has announced month-long programs. These programs have been adopted to observe the important days of March with due dignity, remembering the historic role of the Father of the Nation Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and the spirit of the great Liberation War.
Four State-Owned Urea Fertilizer Factories Shut for 15 Days Due to Gas Crisis
Due to the gas supply crisis in the country, production has been temporarily suspended at four state-owned urea fertilizer factories. Among the five urea factories under the Bangladesh Chemical Industries Corporation (BCIC), currently only one factory remains operational.
No Fuel Even After Hours of Waiting in Line
From Friday morning (6 March), motorcycle riders crowded various petrol pumps in Jamalpur town to buy fuel. However, since most of the pumps remained closed, many riders waited in line for hours but eventually returned without getting fuel.