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DHAKA, Nov 14 (BDReports24) — Following five consecutive price reductions, the price of 22-carat gold has dropped to BDT 217,592 per bhori, providing some relief to consumers in the local market.
The downward adjustment reflects shifting trends in the precious metal market, bringing a notable decline in overall jewelry costs after weeks of record highs.
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DHAKA, Nov 14 (BDReports24) — Alumni of Chittagong University residing in Australia recently gathered for a vibrant reunion aboard a scenic harbor cruise in Sydney, bringing together graduates, their families, and invited guests to celebrate their shared academic roots.
The event, organized by the Chittagong University Alumni Association Australia Inc on November 8, drew 167 participants. Shaila Haque Tanju and Nipon Alam jointly hosted the lively gathering, which featured a general meeting where General Secretary Masud Chowdhury presented the organization's activities over the past two years. Senior alumni and key contributors were also honored with special recognitions during the program.
The cruise resonated with nostal...
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DHAKA, Nov 14 (BDReports24) — Sakina Khatun, a weary domestic worker battling chronic physical pain, received a chilling phone call from the local police station while toiling in a stifling kitchen, turning her daily struggle for survival into an agonizing nightmare.
For years, Sakina has limped through life, working across multiple households in Dhaka to support her teenage son, Tanim, who studies in the tenth grade. Despite her aching body and relentless fatigue, her sole motivation has been her son's education and a brighter future. That fragile dream shattered when the Chakbazar police summoned her to the station, revealing that Tanim had been caught by an angry mob during a botched mobile phone snatching incident in the neigh...
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DHAKA, Nov 14 (BDReports24) — Wildlife conservationists and ornithologists are celebrating a historic ecological milestone following the confirmed sighting of a wild peacock in Bangladesh after an absence of over half a century. For decades, the magnificent bird had faded into little more than a distant, gray memory within the country's natural history.
The rarepearance has sparked renewed optimism among local researchers regarding biodiversity restoration and habitat recovery in remote forested regions. Experts noted that the return of such a sensitive indicator species underscores the urgent need for enhanced wildlife protection laws and expanded conservation zones to safeguard native fauna from further degradation.
Envi...
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DHAKA, Nov 14 (BDReports24) — The Dhaka North City Corporation has unveiled a comprehensive proposal to construct 12 new futsal grounds across various neighborhoods to expand recreational spaces and promote youth fitness in the cital.
According to the municipal project details, seven of these planned sports facilities will feature spectator galleries to accommodate local crowds during tournaments. Additionally, four grounds will be equipped with modern public restroom facilities, while another location will be dedicated purely to an open playing surface.
City planners noted that the initiative aims to utilize available urban land effectively and provide safe, organized sporting venues for young residents. Officials expect ...
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DHAKA, Nov 14 (BDReports24) — Law enforcement agencies detained a local political figure who recently claimed to lead a faction called the 'non-fugitive Awami League' during a late-night raid in Chattogram.
Police officials confirmed that the arrest took place around 1:30 AM on Friday from a rentedartment located in the CDA Tech area of the upazila. The individual, identified as Kamal Uddin, had drawn attention by publicly introducing himself under the controversial banner.
Authorities are currently interrogating him regarding his activities and potential involvement in recent political tensions, with further legal proceedings expected to follow as the investigation unfolds.
