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The latest blockade started from 6 am on Sunday (3 December) and will end at 6 am on Tuesday (5 December). The opposition parties observed seven blockades prior to this to mount pressure on the Awami League government to quit power and hold the next general election under a non-partisan administration. The blockades have been marked by incidents of arson attacks and violence with poor public response to the street programme.

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Bangladesh has become increasingly susceptible to earthquakes, with the fear escalating day by day as mild and moderate tremors are occasionally felt in the country – thereby numbering 11 in the last 11 months. Although these instances have not resulted in significant damages as of now, experts have expressed concerns about potential extensive damage in the event of a large-scale earthquake. Despite the absence of major earthquakes in recent times, Bangladesh remains at risk due to its geographical location.

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An engineer of the Local Government and Engineering Department (LGED) was dead and three other government officials including Tetulia upazila nirbahi officer (UNO) were injured as a private car carrying them fell into a roadside ditch in Tetulia upazila of Panchagarh at midnight. The deceased, Abu Sayeed, was posted at the LGED in Pirganj

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A total of 162 platoons of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) have been deployed across the country to maintain law and order as the latest 48-hour countrywide blockade of road, rail and waterways called by the BNP and like-minded opposition parties is underway since this morning. Shariful Islam, public relations officer (PRO) at BGB headquarters, confirmed the development this morning. On Sunday (3 December), on the first day of the latest blockade, 23 BGB platoons have been deployed in Dhaka and adjoining districts to resist any untoward incident.

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The deep depression over Southwest Bay and the adjoining area has intensified into Cyclonic Storm Michaung. "The deep depression over Southwest Bay and adjoining area moved Northwestwards and intensified into cyclonic storm Michaung over the same area," said the special bulletin of the Bangladesh Meteorological Organisation (BMD). It is likely to move Northwestwards and intensify further, according to the bulletin.

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A powerful earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.6 struck Saturday (3 December) off the southern Philippine coast, prompting many villagers to flee their homes in panic around midnight after Philippine authorities issued a tsunami warning. The quake struck at a depth of 32 kilometers (20 miles), according to the U.S. Geological Survey. There were no immediate reports of major damage or casualties. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center initially said that based on the magnitude and location, it expected tsunami waves to hit the southern Philippines and parts of Indonesia, Palau and Malaysia. But the center later dropped its tsunami warning.

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There were concerns about the potential challenges we might face in securing funds for the primary energy needed for power generation. Based on my assessment of our power sector planning, it appears that by the year 2023, we could be 90 percent reliant on imported energy. This implies that the expenditure on importing primary energy for power generation will escalate to USD 20 billion by then, compared to our current spending range of USD 10 billion to 12 billion.

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A costly culvert bridge valued at Tk 30 lakh stands idle, bringing misery to the residents of three villages in Kashiani upazila of Gopalganj due to the absence of connecting roads. Recently, the demise of a local resident named Sahib Ali added to the woes as his funeral procession encountered a mishap on the way to the cemetery. Furthermore, villagers frequently experience minor accidents while traversing the culverts.

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Passengers traveling on the Aricha-Kazirhat ferry route have raised concerns about being charged an extra fare. Ticket collectors from Subhana Enterprises, the ticket agent, are allegedly collecting Tk 40, which includes an additional Tk 4, instead of the fixed ferry fare of Tk 36 set by BIWTC on the Aricha-Kazirhat sea route. Complaints suggest that passengers who refuse to pay the extra amount are denied boarding, and instances of physical assault have been reported.

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A makeshift and perilous bamboo bridge spanning a branch canal of the Padma River has become the sole lifeline for thousands of villagers in Zajira Upazila of Shariatpur District. The absence of a concrete bridge has forced the local population, approximately 15,000 individuals across multiple unions, to rely on this risky crossing method, turning their daily river crossings into life-threatening endeavors.

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Being a newcomer of this generation, it is a bit challenging for anyone to charm audiences in both the mediums of music and acting. However, rising singer and actress Nishat Tasneem Toma is accomplishing this task with ease. Originally from Rangpur, Toma initially ventured into the media through singing. She earned certificates in various categories through her participation in different competitions. Her passion for music deepened during her participation in the musical reality show ‘Sera Kantho.’

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Bangladesh has won the 175-member International Maritime Organization (IMO) council election 2023 held in London at the IMO headquarters in category C, securing 128 votes. This is for the first time Bangladesh has won the election in the highly competitive category C of the IMO.

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