National,Security & Defence

'Emphasis on maritime safety, safe navigation and blue economy'

The 25th International Conference of the North Indian Ocean Hydrographic Commission (NIOHC) has begun in Chattogram, aiming to strengthen Bangladesh’s maritime safety, safe navigation and blue economy potential.The three-day conference, organized by the Bangladesh Navy, commenced on Monday wit...

National,City,Chattogram

New milestone in building a clean city in Chattogram, Tripartite Agreement renewed

A tripartite partnership aimed at strengthening the value chain of plastic waste collection, recycling, and management has been renewed between Unilever Bangladesh Limited, Chattogram City Corporation, and YPSA (Young Power in Social Action).Through this renewal, the partners will continue their sus...

National,Chattogram,Education & Research

Special fitness seminar held at CVASU to promote health awareness among students

A special awareness session titled “Redefining Fitness for a Healthier Body and Mind” was held at Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (CVASU) to promote health consciousness among students.The program was organized last Saturday at the CVASU auditorium by the Rotaract Cl...

National,Business & Commerce,Infrastructure, Development,Chattogram

Ctg Port launches “Port Safety Week” to build an international-standard safe port

Chittagong Port, the heartbeat of the country’s economy, has taken a major initiative to further enhance its safety and security management by observing “Port Safety Week-2026” for the first time in its history.The week-long programme was inaugurated on Sunday morning with a colorf...

National,Business & Commerce,Chattogram

Thai & Chinese culinary extravaganza ‘Dragon & Lotus Buffet Fest’ begins at The Peninsula Chittagong

A special Thai and Chinese food festival titled “Dragon and Lotus Buffet Fest” has begun at the Laguna Restaurant of a hotel in Chattogram.The week-long festival was officially inaugurated on Thursday evening through a ceremony attended by the hotel’s Chairman Mustafa Tahir Arshad ...

National,City,Security & Defence

DMP DC Masud appointed Ctg new SP

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Deputy Commissioner (DC) Masud Alam has been appointed as the new Superintendent of Police (SP) of Chattogram.The Ministry of Home Affairs issued an official notification regarding the transfer and appointment on Tuesday.Masud Alam, a native of Bogura district, came i...

National,Business & Commerce,Power, Energy, Oil, Gas,Chattogram

ERL set to resume full production as crude oil shipment arrives in Ctg

After weeks of uncertainty, a vessel carrying 1 lakh tonnes of crude oil arrived at Chattogram Port on Wednesday, paving the way for the resumption of full operations at the country’s lone state-owned refinery, Eastern Refinery Limited (ERL).The vessel, MT Nyneamia, berthed at the port in the ...

National,Business & Commerce,Power, Energy, Oil, Gas,Chattogram

Crude oil crisis eases, Eastern Refinery resumes production

After remaining shut for nearly a month, the country’s only state-owned oil refinery, Eastern Refinery PLC, is set to resume operations as crude oil supply stabilizes. Officials concerned said the refinery will restart its processing activities from May 7.Due to ongoing geopolitical tensi...

National,Travel & Tourism,Chattogram,Education & Research

CU seeks railway support to upgrade shuttle train transport system

A meeting was held between the Chittagong University (CU) administration and Bangladesh Railway (Eastern Region) to improve the quality of shuttle train services and address existing problems faced by students.The meeting took place at the CU Vice-Chancellor’s office on Monday. CU Vice-Ch...

National,Power, Energy, Oil, Gas,Infrastructure, Development,Chattogram

SPM project in maheshkhali eyes Nov launch after tender evaluation begins

The process of appointing an operator for the Single Point Mooring (SPM) project l, one of the country’s largest and most modern energy infrastructures built at Maheshkhali in Cox’s Bazar has finally gained momentum. Evaluation of bids has begun to bring the long-idle project into operat...

National,Infrastructure, Development,City,Chattogram

Chattogram waterlogging to reduce by 75 pc next year: CDA Chairman

Chattogram Development Authority (CDA) Chairman Engineer Nurul Karim has expressed hope that the long-standing waterlogging problem in city will reduce significantly from next year.He said that if the ongoing projects of the Chattogram City Corporation, Water Development Board and the army are compl...

National,City,Chattogram,Crime, Law and Order Situation

CMP raids uncover illegal weapons cache, 4 nabbed

Police have arrested four suspected criminals along with firearms, ammunition, and weapon-making equipment in separate drives against an illegal arms syndicate in Chattogram city.The successful operations were conducted jointly by the Detective Branch (DB-North) of Chattogram Metropolitan Police (CM...

National,Business & Commerce,CORPORATE & BRAND

Mitsui delegation holds high-level talks with CPA on investment & matarbari deep sea port

A high-level delegation from the Japanese multinational trading and investment company Mitsui & Co., led by Country Chairman Kenichiro Kawamoto, held a courtesy meeting and bilateral discussion with senior officials of the Chittagong Port Authority (CPA) in Chattogram.The meeting focused on the ...

National,Business & Commerce,Power, Energy, Oil, Gas

Octane carrier ‘Qiuchi’ arrives at Ctg Port

The Hong Kong-flagged vessel Qiuchi, carrying 26,000 tonnes of octane from Malaysia, has arrived at Chattogram Port. It is the third octane shipment to arrive in April, bringing relief to the country’s fuel supply system, according to concerned officials.The vessel anchored at the outer anchor...

National,Chattogram,Law & Justice

Legal Aid Day observed in Ctg

National Legal Aid Day was observed in Chattogram with enthusiasm under the theme, “End Disputes at Government Expense, Bangladesh First.”The District Legal Aid Committee organized a colorful rally, Legal Aid Fair, and discussion meeting at the Chattogram Judge Court premises on Tuesday ...

National,Healthcare,Chattogram,Country, Districts

Dialysis facility launched at 250-bed Ctg general hospital

Dialysis treatment services have been launched for the first time at the 250-bed Chattogram General Hospital, marking a new milestone in healthcare services for kidney patients in the region.The service was introduced on a trial basis last Monday through the successful dialysis of a patient. The off...

National,Chattogram,Crime, Law and Order Situation,Country, Districts

Listed criminal Osman Gani held with arms-ammunition in Hathazari

Osman Gani alias Mona (35), an accused in 18 criminal cases, was arrested with illegal firearms, ammunition, local weapons and cash during a joint operation conducted by the Chattogram District Detective Branch (DB) and Hathazari Police.The information was disclosed by Superintendent of Police Moham...

National,Business & Commerce,Infrastructure, Development,Chattogram

139th anniv of Ctg Port hld amid festive atmosphere

The 139th founding anniversary of the Chattogram Port Authority (CPA) was celebrated with due dignity and a festive spirit, featuring day-long programs to mark the occasion.The celebrations began at 11:01 am on Saturday (April 25), when all ships and vessels under the port simultaneously sounded the...

National,Business & Commerce,Transportation & Aviation

AC coach planed in Ctg as railways shift focus to Dhaka–Cox’sbazar special train

The decision to introduce air-conditioned (AC) coaches on the Chattogram–Cox’s Bazar route has been reversed even after an official announcement, triggering widespread dissatisfaction among passengers.Bangladesh Railway (East) Zone planned to launch a modern service on the Chattogram&nda...

National,Politics,Chattogram,Education & Research

CU must rise to world-class status with joint efforts, says Amir Khasru

Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury has called for a collective initiative to transform University of Chittagong (CU) into a top international-standard institution. He said the government would extend all possible support to elevate the university into one of the world’s...