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Revised DPP for Dhaka Metro Line-5 South to Go to Planning Commission This Week
The revised proposal for the 17.20-kilometre Metro Line-5 South, connecting Gabtoli and Dasherkandi, is set to be submitted for approval as authorities move forward with preparations for construction.
August 3, 2026
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Bangladesh Seeks UN Women Support on Digital Harassment and Women’s Empowerment
State Minister Shama Obaed Islam highlights women’s empowerment, climate challenges and Rohingya accountability during meeting with UN Women representative Gitanjali Singh.
August 3, 2026
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Bangladesh, Australia Discuss Human Trafficking, Irregular Migration and Rohingya Crisis
Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed and Australian Assistant Minister Julian Hill discuss stronger cooperation on migration, maritime security, human trafficking and the Rohingya crisis during a meeting in Dhaka.
August 3, 2026
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Bangladesh Plans Internet-Free Access to Mobile Banking and Financial Apps
The government is considering a system that would allow users to access mobile financial services and banking applications without purchasing separate internet packages, potentially enabling platforms such as bKash, Nagad and Rocket to work simply when mobile data is switched on.
August 2, 2026
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DU to Open Undergraduate Admission Applications on 11 November, Tests Begin 5 December
The University of Dhaka has announced its 2026–27 undergraduate admission schedule, with online applications opening on 11 November and admission tests beginning on 5 December. Classes for the new academic session are scheduled to start on 28 March 2027.
August 2, 2026
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Bangladesh and India Drawn in Separate Groups for 2026 SAFF Championship
Hosts Bangladesh have been placed in Group A with Sri Lanka and Bhutan, while India will lead Group B alongside the Maldives and Pakistan in the 2026 SAFF Championship. The tournament is scheduled to take place in Dhaka from November 4 to 17.
August 1, 2026
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Tourist Dies After Falling Into Sea During Parasailing in Cox’s Bazar
A tourist from Khulna died after falling into the sea while parasailing at Dariyanagar beach in Cox’s Bazar. Authorities said the operator allegedly continued the activity despite an order to suspend parasailing due to adverse weather conditions.
August 1, 2026
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Martial Arts to Become Mandatory for Classes IV and V in Primary Schools
The government plans to make martial arts part of compulsory physical education for fourth- and fifth-grade students, aiming to improve fitness, discipline, confidence, self-control and self-defence skills.
August 1, 2026
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Man Detained With Nearly 7kg Gold Near Chuadanga Border
Border Guard Bangladesh has detained a suspected smuggler with 39 gold bars weighing nearly 7kg near the Darshana border in Chuadanga. The seized gold is estimated to be worth Tk13.32 crore and was allegedly being transported for smuggling into India.