National,City,Chattogram,Country, Districts

Ctg DC Zahidul's midnight walk of compassion

As part of Chattogram bustled with preparations for Thirty-First Night celebrations, a quieter story of compassion unfolded on the city’s streets.Deep into the night, Chattogram Deputy Commissioner( DC) Mohammad Zahidul Islam Miah stepped out of his official residence on DC Hill—not for ...

National,Chattogram,Country, Districts

Ctg DC takes responsibilities of two ailing kids rescued in Anwara

Chattogram Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Zahidul Islam Mian has assumed responsibilities of treatment and rehabilitation of two ailing children rescued from a roadside in Anwara upazila upazila in the district amid severe cold.The DC took charge of the children on Tuesday (December 30), directing off...

Country, Districts

Indian visa operations suspended indefinitely in Chattogram

The Indian Assistant High Commission in Chattogram has announced the indefinite suspension of visa operations, citing security concerns.A notification published on Saturday on the website of the Indian Visa Application Centre (IVAC) stated that, due to a recent security incident at the Assistant Hig...

Country, Districts

RAB-7 arrests listed terror Buishya in Chattogram

Rapid Action Battalion (RAB)-7 has arrested Shahidul Islam Buishya, a listed terrorist of the Chattogram Metropolitan Police (CMP), from the city early Sunday.Buishya, 35, son of Mohammad Ali of Bhandari Bari under Daulatkhan Police Station in Bhola district, was arrested at around 1:00am in front o...

National,Chattogram,Country, Districts

World One Health Day celebrated at CVASU

Health Day 2025 through various programs organized by the university’s One Health Institute. The theme for this year was “Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures.”CVASU Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Mohammad Lutfur Rahman led a colorful procession on the university campus on Sunday aft...

National,Chattogram,Country, Districts

‘We will build citizen-friendly Ctg’

Mohammad Nazir Ahmed Khan assumed charge as the new Superintendent of Police (SP) of Chattogram District last Sunday, previously serving in Cumilla. Known for his efficiency, discipline, and modern outlook, he visited Chattogram District Police Lines on Monday, receiving a guard of honor.He inspecte...

Business & Commerce,Infrastructure, Development,Chattogram,Country, Districts

SKOP–CPA talks fail; port blockade to continue Wednesday

Talks between the Chittagong Port Authority (CPA) and the Sramik Karmachari Oikya Parishad (SKOP) ended without any agreement on Monday, prompting SKOP to go ahead with its previously announced blockade of roads leading to Chittagong Port on Wednesday.SKOP has called for a three-hour blockade—...

Chattogram,Country, Districts

ACC files case over Tk 2.5 crore embezzlement using forged documents

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has filed a case against two officials of Dutch-Bangla Bank and the CEO of an NGO for allegedly embezzling Tk 2.5 crore using forged mortgage documents.The accused are Mohammad Imam Hossain Chowdhury, CEO of NGO Nowzuwan; KM Ajaz, former manager of Dutch-Bangla B...

National,Infrastructure, Development,CORPORATE & BRAND,Politics,Chattogram,Country, Districts

SKOP announces port blockade program for November

Labor Reform Commission Chief and labor expert Syed Sultan Uddin Ahmed emphasized the need for a national manifesto addressing issues such as Chattogram Port privatization, jute mill leasing, closure of government factories, and various labor rights concerns. He noted that the responsibility of work...

Country, Districts

People crowd warships on Armed Forces Day in Chattogram

Armed Forces Day was observed with due honour and solemnity across the Dhaka, Chattogram and Khulna naval regions on Friday. As part of the nationwide programme, the Bangladesh Navy opened several of its warships to the public, drawing thousands of visitors throughout the day.In Chattogram, the Navy...

National,Business & Commerce,CORPORATE & BRAND,Politics,Chattogram,Country, Districts

CSE holds talks on launching first commodity exchange

Chittagong Stock Exchange PLC (CSE) has taken a major step toward launching the country’s first commodity exchange, aiming to diversify the capital market and expand new investment windows. The initiative was discussed at a high-level consultation meeting titled “Discussion on Launching ...

National,Culture & Entertainment,Chattogram,Country, Districts

Confucius Centre to be set up at Chittagong University

A fully funded Confucius Center, supported by the Chinese government, will be established at Chittagong University (CU), marking a significant step toward expanding Chinese–Bangladeshi academic and cultural cooperation. The center will be constructed next to the old Faculty of Arts, with infra...

Business & Commerce,CORPORATE & BRAND,Chattogram,Country, Districts

Chattogram Evercare Hospital celebrates World Diabetes Day

World Diabetes Day was observed at Evercare Hospital, the largest hospital in the port city.On Wednesday, Health Talks and a Patient Forum were organized on the occasion. The main objective of the event was to raise awareness about diabetes prevention, timely detection, nutritional management, and l...

City,Chattogram,Country, Districts

Ctg DC Zahidul takes over, vows people-friendly administration

Mohammad Zahidul Islam Miah, widely recognized for his humane approach, has taken charge as the 34th Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate of Chattogram. He formally assumed office on Tuesday, succeeding Additional Deputy Commissioner Md. Kamruzzaman, who had been serving as acting DC.Previous...

Country, Districts,Chattogram,Culture & Entertainment

Chittagong University celebrates diamond jubilee with colourful events

Chittagong University (CU) celebrated its 60th anniversary on Tuesday with vibrant festivities that included a colourful procession, cake cutting, a discussion session and a remembrance ceremony.The day-long programme began at the university’s Zero Point, inaugurated by CU Acting Vice-Chancell...

National,Chattogram,Country, Districts

Rational use of antibiotics must be ensured to combat AMR: CVASU VC

Calling antimicrobial resistance a “major threat to future generations”, Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (CVASU) Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Mohammad Lutfur Rahman has emphasised the urgent need to ensure the rational use of antibiotics to combat AMR.Speaking as the...

Country, Districts

Banglar Pragati arrives in Chattogram on maiden voyage

MV Banglar Pragati, the largest bulk carrier in Bangladesh Shipping Corporation’s (BSC) fleet purchased entirely with the corporation’s own funds, is set to anchor at the outer anchorage of Chattogram Port on its maiden voyage on November 20.Built at China’s Nanyang Shipyard, the s...

Business & Commerce,CORPORATE & BRAND,Chattogram,Country, Districts

BGMEA seeks faster customs bond services to keep RMG sector competitive

Leaders of BGMEA’s Chattogram region have urged authorities to simplify and speed up customs bond services to help maintain the global competitiveness of Bangladesh’s ready-made garment (RMG) industry.The appeal was made at a view-exchange meeting held Tuesday evening at the BGMEA buildi...

Chattogram,Country, Districts

Coast guard nabs five terrorists with arms in Banshkhali

The Bangladesh Coast Guard in a raid has arrested five terrorists in Banshkhali along with three country-made firearms.The arrested individuals are Abu Nasr Chowdhury (44), Abdul Kader (40), Md. Jamir Ahmed (55), Md. Ziaur Rahman (50), and Md. Sohel (21), all residents of Banshkhali Police Station a...

Culture & Entertainment,Chattogram,Country, Districts

CVASU partners with Indonesia’s UGM to boost education, research

The Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (CVASU) and Indonesia’s oldest and largest public university, the University of Gadjah Mada (UGM), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening cooperation in education, research, and academic development. The a...