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22% minors in Bangladesh’s sex trade

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News Desk : dhakamirror.com At least 22 percent of victims of commercial sexual exploitation (abuse of a person, or a minor, through sexual activities in exchange for money, goods, or other benefits) in Bangladesh are children, said speakers at an event yesterday. They shared the information at the launch of “Project Shurakkha”, an initiative of ... Read more

Chinese teens face $300K fine for hotpot urination scandal

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World Desk : dhakamirror.com Two teenagers who urinated into a pot of broth at a popular hotpot restaurant have been imposed a fine of 2.2 million yuan ($309,000; £227,000) to two catering companies in China. The incident, which took place in February at a Shanghai branch of Haidilao, the largest hotpot chain in China, sparked ... Read more

WB Reports Bangladesh Heat Costs at $1.78 Billion in 2024

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News Desk : dhakamirror.com Rising temperatures in Bangladesh are fueling a surge in heat-related illnesses, leading to the loss of 250 million workdays in 2024 and economic losses estimated at $1.33–1.78 billion, representing about 0.3 to 0.4 percent of Bangladesh’s gross domestic product (GDP) in 2024, according to a new World Bank report. The report ... Read more

Art competition held marking Ozone Day

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Cultural Desk : dhakamirror.com The Department for Environment held a children’s art competition on 12 September in Agargaon, Dhaka, for World Ozone Day 2025. This year’s theme, “From science to global action,” was translated into Bengali as “Biggyansommoto kormo, ozone rokkhay bormo,” which means actions guided by science, commitment to ozone protection. The theme inspired ... Read more

Orientation programme held at UCSI University

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News Desk : dhakamirror.com UCSI University in Banani, Dhaka held its orientation programme for new students of the September 2025 semester on its campus on Saturday, said a press release. New students, their parents, and faculty members attended the event. Special guests included Prof Mohd Kushairi bin Mohd Rajuddin from UCSI University Malaysia and Registrar ... Read more

Xiaomi launches Redmi Pad 2 in Bangladesh

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Business Desk : dhakamirror.com Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Pad 2 in Bangladesh, offering an advanced display, long battery life, and enhanced sound to improve the digital experience for local users. The device features an 11-inch 2.5K display with a 90Hz refresh rate, delivering a smooth experience for streaming, content creation, and gaming. Its adaptive ... Read more

Farida Parveen passes away

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Entertainment Desk : dhakamirror.com “Queen of Lalon Geeti” Farida Parveen passed away at the Universal Medical College Hospital in Dhaka Mohakhali tonight (13 September). She was 70. She was put on life support at the Universal Medical College Hospital at Mohakhali. She died at about 10:15pm, said Asish Chakroborty, managing director of Universal Medical College ... Read more

Google Pay Launching in Bangladesh Next Week

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Business Desk : dhakamirror.com Google Pay is set to make its debut in Bangladesh by the middle of next week, ushering in a new era of hassle-free digital transactions for users. In partnership with global payment giants Mastercard and Visa, City Bank will roll out the contactless payment service at the Westin Dhaka hotel on ... Read more

Truck crash unleashes 250 million bees in US

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World Desk : dhakamirror.com A commercial truck carrying around 70,000 pounds (31,751 kilograms) of honeybee hives flipped over in the western United States, releasing millions of bees, authorities reported on Friday. The incident took place in northwestern Washington state, near the Canadian border close to Lynden, according to social media updates from the Whatcom County ... Read more

Khaleda receives warm welcome upon her return home from London

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News Desk : dhakamirror.com Bangladesh Nationalist Party chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia arrived at her Gulshan residence, Firoza, at about 1:30pm on Tuesday after returning from London, where she had undergone four months of medical treatment. The special aircraft, an air ambulance provided by the Qatari royal family, carrying Khaleda Zia landed at Hazrat Shahjalal International ... Read more

Police clearance no longer required for passports

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News Desk : dhakamirror.com Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus announced that police verification will no longer be necessary for obtaining a passport, thereby reducing unnecessary hassle for citizens. “Getting a passport is a basic right. We have established a rule that eliminates the need for police verification,” he stated. While speaking at the opening session ... Read more

Farida Parveen returns home after illness

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Entertainment Desk : dhakamirror.com Farida Parveen, the renowned Lalon singer has returned home after recovering from serious health issues that required extensive medical treatment. She was admitted to the hospital on February 1 due to respiratory distress, along with complications related to diabetes, high blood pressure, and thyroid problems. After spending several days in the ... Read more

Metro rail achieves record 4 lakh daily passengers

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News Desk : dhakamirror.com Metro Rail has achieved a remarkable milestone by carrying over 400,000 passengers in a single day. The Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited (DMTCL), which operates the Metro Rail, announced this achievement on their official Facebook page on Friday night. For the first time, Metro Rail recorded 403,164 passengers. The Metro Rail ... Read more

Deschamps confirms the return of Mbappé

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Sports Desk : dhakamirror.com Kylian Mbappe is set to return to international duty with France during the upcoming break in March, as reported by besocer.com. This was confirmed by ‘Les Blues’ head coach Didier Deschamps, who stated that the Real Madrid striker “will be part of the squad” in an interview with ‘L’Equipe’. Mbappe’s dedication ... Read more

Tigers leave for Dubai

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Sports Desk : dhakamirror.com Bangladesh cricket team left for Dubai in the early hours of Friday for the Champions Trophy, which begins in Pakistan and the UAE from February 19. Najmul Hossain Shanto-led Bangladesh team will play a warm-up match against the Mohammad Haris-led Pakistan Shaheens at the ICC Cricket Academy ground in Dubai on ... Read more

Saif Ali Khan shares experience of knife attack: “Something just kind of took over and I just grabbed him”

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Entertainment Desk : dhakamirror.com After a frightening encounter with an intruder in his own home, Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan has finally spoken out. In an interview with the Indian publication Bombay Times, he shared the chilling details of that night, his incredible survival, and the doubts expressed by the public afterward. It was meant ... Read more

Simmons discusses Champions Trophy preparation Issues

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Sports Desk : dhakamirror.com Bangladesh head coach Phil Simmons acknowledged that the team’s preparation for the ICC Champions Trophy has not been ideal, but he remains hopeful that his players will quickly regain their ODI form before the tournament starts. “I agree that it is not the best preparation. However, they have been playing white-ball ... Read more

Most people, about 66% think civil servants behave as if they are rulers

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News Desk : dhakamirror.com More than 100,000 participants have contributed their responses to reform commission’s online survey 80% of the respondents believe that the administration is not approachable for the general public, according to a survey conducted by the Public Administration Reform Commission. Additionally, 66% of participants feel that civil servants act as if they ... Read more

Green Delta launches Bangladesh’s first insurance for pets

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Initially, the policy will cover dogs and cats Sukanta Halder Green Delta has launched the country’s first insurance for pets, which the insurer sees as a milestone for the industry. This innovative product provides crucial financial protection for beloved companion animals, covering a range of unforeseen events, including accidental injuries, critical illnesses, and specified diseases, ... Read more

Apex Bangladesh Fashion Legacy 2025 combines cultural heritage with global style trends

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Business Desk : dhakamirror.com Keeping pace with global fashion trends while celebrating the country’s fashion heritage, innovative designs, and sustainable production, the second edition of the “Apex Bangladesh Fashion Legacy Fashion Show 2025” was held in Dhaka. This grand event took place at the Aloki Convention Hall at 7pm on February 8. The fashion show ... Read more