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BRACU Duburi Makes Global Waves as Two Underwater Robots Reach RoboSub 2026 Semi-Finals
BRAC University’s underwater robotics team, BRACU Duburi, has achieved a major international breakthrough by becoming one of only two teams worldwide to qualify two autonomous underwater vehicles for the RoboSub 2026 semi-finals, reinforcing Bangladesh’s growing reputation in advanced robotics research.
June 19, 2026
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UK Eyes Aviation Investment as Bangladesh Seeks Stronger Economic Partnership
British High Commissioner Sarah Cooke discusses aviation, trade, education and investment opportunities during meeting with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman in Dhaka.
June 19, 2026
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Bangladesh and China Push for Stronger Partnership in Trade, Investment and Technical Education
Dhaka and Beijing reaffirm commitment to expanding economic cooperation, educational exchanges and long-term bilateral engagement during high-level talks in the capital.
June 19, 2026
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School Closed for Seven Days After Student’s Death Sparks Protests and Police Station Siege
A secondary school in Lakshmipur has been shut down for seven days after the death of an eighth-grade student triggered public outrage, protests, and a demonstration outside a local police station. Authorities have launched an investigation into allegations that the teenager was assaulted by senior students over accusations of mobile phone theft.
June 18, 2026
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Dhaka Traffic Overhaul Ordered as Authorities Move to Relocate Major Bus Terminals
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has instructed authorities to restore road discipline and reduce chronic traffic congestion in Dhaka by relocating the Sayedabad, Gabtoli, and Mohakhali bus terminals outside the capital as part of a broader transport reform initiative.
June 15, 2026
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Rising Cost of Living in Dhaka Puts Increasing Pressure on Household Budgets
Escalating prices of food, housing, transportation, healthcare, and essential services are forcing residents of Bangladesh's capital to reassess spending habits, as economists warn that prolonged inflation could deepen financial strain on middle- and low-income families.
June 15, 2026
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Thousands Rally Against G7 Ahead of Summit as Global Leaders Gather in France
Thousands of demonstrators marched through Geneva ahead of the G7 summit in neighbouring France, voicing opposition to the policies of the world's wealthiest democracies and expressing concerns over war, climate change, inequality, and global representation.
June 14, 2026
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Rooftop Mango Garden in Dhaka Produces Over 5 Maunds of Fruit Annually, Showcasing Urban Agriculture
A six-story rooftop garden in Dhaka’s Middle Badda area has become a thriving hub of mango cultivation, producing dozens of varieties including rare international species, with this year’s yield reaching around 5–6 maunds despite unexpected challenges.
June 14, 2026
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Government Approves Narsingdi Medical College Amid Concerns Over Faculty Shortages
The government has officially approved the establishment of Narsingdi Medical College in the home district of Health Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain Bakul, even as the country's public medical education system continues to grapple with severe teacher shortages and quality concerns.