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Palli Bidyut line keeps DEPZ running, consumers in trouble
Due to a lack of gas supply, United Power Generation & Distribution Company Ltd. is unable to produce and supply electricity to the Dhaka Export Processing Zone (DEPZ), disrupting production across factories in the area. In response, Palli Bidyut Samity-1 has stepped in to keep the zone operational, allowing DEPZ factories to resume full-scale production. However, this has put surrounding residential and commercial consumers under the Palli Bidyut Samity-1 network in a difficult position, with prolonged load-shedding affecting hundreds of thousands of people, including garment workers.
Validity check of firearms stalls shooting federation committee formation
The National Sports Council's (NSC) search committee had proposed forming an ad-hoc committee for the Bangladesh Shooting Federation.
Teenage gangs out of control: Who will rein them in?
A growing wave of fear is sweeping through both cities and villages as teenage gangs emerge as a new face of lawlessness across Bangladesh. Once confined to urban backstreets, these groups have now spread their influence into rural communities, leaving ordinary people, law enforcement, and journalists increasingly vulnerable to violence.
Power outages: Consumers brace for severe disruptions
As temperatures begin to rise with the onset of summer, load shedding is increasing in parallel. Even a slight shortfall in power supply is already causing significant distress, suggesting a looming crisis. Though the heat has yet to peak, load shedding has started across the country, with rural electricity consumers bearing the brunt. In many rural areas, power cuts are occurring precisely when demand is at its highest. This is severely affecting daily life—not only for ordinary people but also for hospitals, educational institutions, industries, and even agriculture. With this situation emerging so early in the season, many fear the crisis will worsen as the summer intensifies.
536 canals, drains in Ctg city are hazardous, safety fences to be installed soon
The Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) has identified 563 hazardous locations across the city's canals and drains, with many sites lacking essential safety measures. Most of these locations are without protective fencing or slabs, and some are missing crucial manhole covers, posing a severe risk to public safety. In response, the CCC has committed to installing safety barriers and covers at all identified danger zones to prevent further accidents.
Historic May Day: Will a new dawn come
Today, the 139th International Workers' Day, or May Day, is being celebrated across the country with great enthusiasm and spirit. This year's theme is: "Workers and owners united; Lets rebuild this country anew."
73,000 tons of plastic flow into rivers of Bangladesh every year
Plastic pollution in Bangladesh’s rivers is increasing every day. A recent study by Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) found that nearly 73,000 tons of plastic waste are entering the country every year through river routes. This is causing a large buildup of microplastics in river water and sediment.
CAAB faces scrutiny for appointing ‘unqualified’ flight safety inspector
The Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) has appointed an 'unqualified' official, Kazi Fozia Naher, to the position of Flight Operations Inspector (FOI), bypassing international standards. She lacks both flight experience and a valid pilot's license.
Bandarban growers selling off green mangoes
Faced with intense heatwaves, pest infestations, and irrigation shortages, mango growers in Bandarban are increasingly worried about poor yields this season. To minimize costs and maximize profits, many orchard owners are selling their green mangoes to wholesale buyers.
Scare on Marine Drive: Accidents, deaths on rise due to rent-a-bikes
Unauthorized rent-a-bike services are rapidly increasing on Cox’s Bazar’s 80-kilometer-long Marine Drive Road, leading to a growing number of accidents and fatalities.
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