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Day: October 11, 2024

This year’s death toll from dengue surpasses 200

This year’s death toll from the mosquito-borne disease dengue surged past 200 on Friday, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).

Two more deaths were reported from dengue in 24 hours till Friday morning, raising the number of…

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Durga Puja: Fireworks, sky lanterns banned in Sylhet

The Sylhet Metropolitan Police (SMP) has announced a five-day ban on all fireworks and sky lanterns in Sylhet town in celebration of Durga Puja, the largest festival for the Hindu community.

Additionally, the sale and consumption of all drugs are pr…

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