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No Legal Basis for Edible Oil Price Hike: Commerce Advisor Sheikh Bashiruddin

Commerce Advisor Sheikh Bashiruddin stated that the edible oil price hike by traders has no legal basis . He deemed the collective action by companies "unacceptable" and promised to take lawful action against the increase.

Severe Traffic Congestion in Dhaka Due to Road Blockades by Protesters: DMP

230 Characters (English): Severe traffic hit Dhaka on Sunday morning due to road blockades by Ibtedayi Madrasa teachers, non-MPO teachers, disabled graduates, and BCS non-cadre candidates demanding MPO, recognition, and jobs.

Dhaka's Per Capita Income Hits $5,163, Nearly Double National Average; Capital Accounts for 46% of Bangladesh's GDP

Dhaka district's per capita income is $5,163, nearly double the national average. The capital contributes 46% of the national GDP and 40% of total employment, according to DCCI's Economic Position Index (EPI) findings.

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Garment Workers Block Road in Gazipur Over Three-Month Salary Arrears

More than 100 garment workers in Gazipur blocked a key road after their factory closed without notice. The workers of Shadhin Garments Ltd are demanding three months’ unpaid salaries as police and officials try to negotiate a resolution.

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Why Gold Is More Expensive in Bangladesh Than India, Pakistan, and Nepal

Gold prices in Bangladesh have soared to record highs, surpassing India, Pakistan, and Nepal. Experts blame weak currency, high import duties, and limited legal imports for making gold costlier than regional markets.

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Itching: Not Just an Allergy — When It May Signal Life-Threatening Diseases

Itching is often linked to allergies or skin infections, but it can also signal serious illnesses like liver disease, kidney failure, autoimmune disorders, thyroid issues, diabetes, or even cancer. Persistent itching demands medical evaluation.

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Teachers Suspend ‘Long March to Jamuna’, Announce New Protest Plans

Private school teachers in Bangladesh have postponed their “Long March to Jamuna” protest. They now plan to stage a 24-hour sit-in at Central Shaheed Minar followed by an indefinite hunger strike to press their demand for a 20% house rent hike.

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Bangladesh Ranks 100th in 2025 Passport Index, 7th Weakest Globally

Bangladesh ranks 100th out of 106 in the 2025 Henley Passport Index, sharing its position with North Korea. It ranks above Nepal and Pakistan in South Asia but remains among the world’s weakest passports, offering visa-free access to only 38 destinations.

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Fire at CEPZ Factory Still Uncontrolled After Four Hours; 19 Units Battling the Blaze

A massive fire broke out at two factories in Chattogram’s Export Processing Zone (CEPZ). Even after four hours, the fire remains uncontrolled. At least 19 units from Fire Service and Navy are working to douse the flames. No casualties have been reported.

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Bangladesh-Made Food Recognized Among the World’s Best Innovations

TIME Magazine has included Bangladesh’s MDCf-2, a low-cost, microbiota-directed complementary food, in its 2025 Best Innovations list for its breakthrough role in combating child malnutrition and improving gut health through locally sourced ingredients.