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New schedule for government offices to save energy: Three days in office, two days work from home

The government has set a new schedule for government offices to deal with the volatility of the global energy market. According to the new decision, three days in the office and two days from home (work from home) are being introduced.

Bottle Jahangir is desperate to install hawkers at Savar bus stand: Facebook post calls for movement

The local political arena in Savar has once again become heated over the hawker issue. A post by Savar Municipality BNP's Co-General Secretary Md. Jahangir Alam, who is known as 'Bottle Jahangir' in the area, on his personal Facebook ID has sparked widespread discussion and criticism.

Bus with 50+ Passengers, Including Children, Plunges into Padma River at Daulatdia, Casualties Feared

A passenger bus of 'Souhardya Paribahan' fell into the Padma River in a horrific accident in the Daulatdia Ferry Ghat area of Rajbari. The incident took place at pontoon number 3 around 5:30 pm on Wednesday (March 25). It is learnt that there were more than 50 passengers, including children, in the bus, and many casualties are feared.

Iftar and prayer mahfil held in Savar under the initiative of Ma-Baba Foundation

Iftar and prayer mahfil were held in Savar under the initiative of Ma-Baba Foundation. This was organized to pray for the eternal peace of the souls of the late Abdur Rashed Khan Badsha Mia and his wife.

Hotelier beaten up in Savar, both sides make counter-complaints at police station

A hotelier named Ayub Khan has been accused of beating up a hotelier in the Dakshin Namagenda area of Savar, a suburb of Dhaka, over a previous dispute and extortion demand. It is learnt that Shahadat Hossain, the other party, was also injured in the same incident. Both sides have filed counter-complaints at Savar Model Police Station in this incident.

Fire in commercial building in Mirpur, two dead in hospital, 24 rescued alive

Two people, including a woman, died after falling ill from smoke inhalation in a fire at a multi-storey commercial building in the capital's Mirpur-2 area. Panic spread throughout the area after a fire broke out in the 11-storey building named 'LA Plaza' on Monday (March 9) afternoon.

Fitr Amount Announced for This Year—Maximum 2,805 Taka, Minimum?

The decision was announced on February 25 through a press release after a meeting of the National Sadaqatul Fitr Determination Committee. The meeting was held at the conference room of Baitul Mukarram National Mosque and was chaired by the mosque’s khatib and committee chairman Mufti Maulana Abdul Malek.

Student Wing Distributes Iftar in Savar, Extends Support to the Needy

The Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal distributed iftar items among floating people, pedestrians, underprivileged and destitute individuals in Savar during the holy month of Ramadan. The humanitarian initiative was taken on behalf of the organization’s guardian and Acting Chairman of BNP, Tarique Rahman, by Taj Khan Naim, a candidate for president of Savar Municipal Chhatra Dal.

Savar Thana Krishak Dal's partial committee announced, convener Abu Said and member secretary Robin Hossain

The partial convening committee of Savar Thana branch under Dhaka district of Bangladesh Nationalist Krishak Dal has been approved. The approval of this committee was given on October 28 with the signatures of Dhaka District Krishak Dal's convener Haji Md. Jewel Molla and member secretary Md. Abu Hanif Mia.

BNP election rally in Savar's Shahibagh, calls for unity in favor of rice sheaf

A lively election rally was held in Savar's Shahibagh area in support of BNP's nominated candidate for Dhaka-19 constituency Dr. Dewan Mohammad Salauddin Babu. The spontaneous participation of local BNP and its affiliated organizations' leaders, supporters and general voters in this rally held in Ward No. 7 of Savar Municipality created a festive atmosphere throughout the area.

The Process of Destiny and the Blessed Night of Lailatul Barat

The certificate of faith, the certificate of life, the certificate of worldly existence, the certificate of the grave, the certificate of the Day of Judgment, the certificate of the Hereafter, the certificate of peace, prosperity, liberation, and success in both worlds—above all, the certificate of attaining Allah and the intercession and closeness of our most beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ—are all encompassed within the profound meaning of Lailatul Barat.

Extortion terror over land purchase in Savar: One person injured in stabbing, 3 injured

In Savar, one person was seriously injured in a stabbing attack by an opponent on charges of demanding extortion over a pledge for land purchase. A total of three people were injured in the incident. A written complaint has been filed with Savar Model Police Station on behalf of the families of the injured.

Narayanganj's notorious armed terrorist 'Baltu Amjad' arrested

Bandar Police have arrested notorious armed criminal and extortionist Boltu Amjad during a special operation in the Dewli area under Ward No. 24 of Narayanganj City Corporation.

NCP candidate accused of attempted murder by running over his car, BNP candidate says, 'trying to go viral'

An allegation of attempted murder by running over with a vehicle has been brought against Ali Naser Khan, the 11-party alliance candidate in the Gazipur-2 (Gazipur city and Tongi) parliamentary constituency. A written complaint has been submitted to the district returning officer in connection with the incident. The complaint also claims that Al Amin, member secretary of the NCP’s Gazipur district unit, was injured in the same incident.

Chhatra Dal campaign for rice sheaf in Dhaka-19 constituency in Savar

Dhaka District North Chhatra Dal has campaigned vigorously for BNP nominated candidate Dr. Dewan Mohammad Salauddin Babu in Dhaka-19 constituency in Savar. This mass outreach program was held on Tuesday afternoon at the Ulail bus stand area on Dhaka Highway.

A fake trader was shot in a terrorist attack in Ashulia, admitted to hospital

A fake trader named Azad Hossain was shot in a terrorist attack in Ashulia, Dhaka. He has been admitted to Enam Medical College Hospital in Savar with a gunshot wound. Initial observation by doctors revealed that he was shot in the leg and is currently undergoing treatment.

Municipal Farmers' Party in the field for the paddy sheaf

The Savar Municipal Farmers' Party has started the formal election campaign for BNP's nominated candidate for Dhaka-19 constituency Dr. Dewan Mohammad Salauddin Babu. The campaign began on Sunday afternoon from the Imandipur area of the Savar municipality.

More than two hundred people from different classes and professions, including BNP, joined Jamaat-e-Islami by holding Akhtaruzzaman's hand

In Kishoreganj's Katiadi, former BNP MP, freedom fighter and recently joined Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, Major (Retd.) Akhtaruzzaman Ranjan, joined Jamaat-e-Islami by holding the hand of Major (Retd.) Akhtaruzzaman Ranjan.

Muslim Housewife Brutally Gang-Raped by Hindu Youths in Dhamrai, Husband Tied Up

In Dhamrai, Dhaka, a Muslim housewife (25) reportedly fell victim to a brutal gang assault while visiting the area, according to serious allegations from the victim’s family and local sources. The incident allegedly took place on Thursday night at a house in Ramraban village of Balia Union. According to the claims, the woman’s husband was tied to a tree post at gunpoint while she was repeatedly assaulted throughout the night. In addition, approximately three and a half tolas of gold jewelry were reportedly stolen from the couple.

National Assembly elections on February 12 are certain, people will vote 'yes' for change: Syeda Rizwana Hasan

There is no doubt that the national assembly elections will be held on February 12, said Syeda Rizwana Hasan, advisor to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. She said that the elections will be held on time and the future of the country will be determined through the participation of the people.

Reception Honoring Kazi Obaidur Rahman for Being Selected as the Best Principal of Madaripur District

On the occasion of National Education Week–2026, Kazi Obaidur Rahman, Principal of Madra High School and College, has been honored for being selected as the Best Principal of Madaripur District. A simple yet joyful reception ceremony was held on Thursday (January 15) in the premises of Madra High School and College to mark the occasion.

BNP's 'Nation Building Plan' training workshop held in Savar

A training workshop on the 'Nation Building Plan' announced by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has been held in Savar. This workshop, organized by Dhaka District North Chhatra Dal, was held at the Enam Medical College Auditorium in Savar. The aim of the workshop was to give the leaders and activists of Chhatra Dal a clear idea about BNP's state reform ideas, political philosophy and future action plan and to further enhance their organizational skills.

Alumni Association Reunion Held at Savar Government College

A colorful reunion, discussion meeting and cultural program was held for the first time at the initiative of the Alumni Association of the Management Department of Savar Government College. The reunion organized on Friday morning in the college premises turned the entire campus into a joyful gathering with the spontaneous participation of former students.

Rijik Supershop has started its journey with a promise to deliver safe food

Rijik Super Shop has started its journey in Savar, Dhaka with the promise of delivering safe and quality food products to consumers at fair prices. This super shop was officially inaugurated at the Boliarpur bus stand area of Savar on Friday afternoon. There was great interest among local businessmen and the general public around the inauguration.

Final of Late Arafat Rahman Koko Memorial Football Tournament held in Savar

The final match of Late Arafat Rahman Koko Memorial Football Tournament-2025 was held in a festive atmosphere in Savar. The entire area turned into a lively sports festival centered around this final match organized at the Unail Darul Uloom Islamia Alim Madrasa ground. Spectators started gathering in the field and surrounding areas since morning, which further increased the excitement of the final match.

Two BNP groups clash over playing music at weddings, 2 injured

A clash took place between two BNP groups over playing loud music at a wedding in Rajoir, Madaripur. Two people were injured in the incident. Among the injured, former general secretary of Rajoir Municipality BNP Badshah Mir was in critical condition and has been sent to Dhaka.

National Citizens Party (NCP) leader shot, attempted murder in motorcycle sales trap

A Jatiya Nagorik Party (NCP) leader was shot in Gazipur. The incident took place at around 12 noon on Thursday (January 8) in the Mogarkhal area of Ward No. 17 of Gazipur city. The target of the shooting is said to be Habib Chowdhury, a member of the Gazipur Metropolitan Committee of NCP. Fortunately, the bullet did not hit him and he escaped unhurt.

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