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Activists in Rangpur observed the 'Stobdho Rangpur' program to protest prepaid electricity meters. Demonstrators have announced plans to blockade the Nesco office on September 20.
Frequent load-shedding caused by a severe gas crisis has severely affected operations at Shah Amanat International Airport in Chattogram. Power outages now occur up to 12 times a day, prompting safety concerns and operational adjustments.
A citizen dialogue in Satkhira addressed the severe housing crisis faced by low-income slum dwellers and climate refugees. Organizers and participants highlighted massive displacement and called for urgent solutions.
The sole playground of Kumarkhali Upazila in Kushtia has been waterlogged and covered in water hyacinth for nearly a decade due to a lack of proper maintenance and blocked drainage routes. Local residents and students express deep frustration over the halt of all sports and community events, while authorities promise action in the upcoming fiscal year.
The Dhaka North City Corporation has initiated a mosquito control drive using the 'Gavid Trap' method. Authorities have collected 65 traps from the Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission for this public health effort.
Bangladesh experienced a total of 529 megawatts of electricity load-shedding during peak hours on August 19, 2026. Official data from Power Grid Bangladesh PLC shows total national electricity demand reached 16,211 megawatts.
The DMP traffic division has conducted a massive crackdown in Dhaka to restore traffic discipline, resulting in 1,841 cases. Authorities also dumped 581 vehicles and used wreckers on 333 others for rule violations.
The Dhaka Metropolitan Police has announced special traffic controls around Bangabhaban for Friday's swearing-in ceremony of the newly elected president. Authorities have restricted vehicle access in several surrounding commercial areas to ensure smooth movement for invited guests.
Dhaka Deputy Commissioner Farida Khanom visited the Bede village in Dhamrai upazila after nearly three decades to distribute aid. She assured residents of government support, housing land, and livelihood projects.
AI-powered surveillance cameras have commenced operations on the Dhaka-Chittagong highway to issue automated cases. Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed officially inaugurated the new system.
The Ministry of Public Administration issued a gazette notification late at night on August 18, 2026. The directive affects the divisional commissioner of Rajshahi and the deputy commissioners of Natore, Gaibandha, and Rangpur.
A clash broke out between police and madrasa students at the Brahmanbaria Police Lines over high-volume music played during a cultural event. The confrontation resulted in at least 30 injuries among both police personnel and students.
An Islamic University student has been permanently expelled from a residential hall after being accused of secretly photographing female peers and sending the images to her expatriate boyfriend. The decision was confirmed by the hall provost on August 18.
Bangladesh Food Safety Authority mobile court fines Quality Food Products Tk 4 lakh. The raid in Agrabad Sultan Colony uncovered unregistered and harmful manufacturing.
A 35-year-old man named Jumman Hawlader has died while undergoing medical treatment after falling from a building while allegedly attempting a theft. The incident, which has prompted legal proceedings, occurred within the jurisdiction of the Chandpur Sadar Model Police Station.
A Dhaka-bound commuter train was attacked with stones at Maheshpur station following an altercation over the harassment of a female passenger. The incident, which caused damage to several windows, stemmed from a previous dispute on the train.
A mother has died in Pirojpur's Kaukhali upazila following a dispute over cooking rice with her son. Police have arrested the son and sent him to court after a murder case was filed.
The Environment Department has fined Ferdous Steel Ship Recycling Industries five lakh taka following the deaths of nine workers from gas poisoning. The facility was operating without a renewed environmental clearance certificate at the time of the tragedy.
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