Revolutionary Paint That Cools Roofs and Harvests Water

Revolutionary Paint That Cools Roofs and Harvests Water Researchers at the University of Sydney in Australia have engineered a special type of paint that can lower the temperature of a roof by up to 6^{\circ} \text{C} below the ambient air temperature. What’s more, this innovative coating can also harvest potable water from the air, offering a solution for cooling homes and mitigating water scarcity. With heatwaves becoming increasingly frequent and deadly due to global climate change, this new paint utilizes “Passive Radiative Cooling” (PRC) technology, offering a pathway to keep…

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Education Ministry Halts Formation of Governing Bodies in MPO

Education Ministry Halts Formation of Governing Bodies in MPO-Listed Schools Following Court Order The Ministry of Education has issued a directive to suspend all activities related to the formation of management committees (governing bodies) in MPO-listed secondary and higher secondary educational institutions. The information was released yesterday (Thursday) through an official order signed by Syed AZ Morshed Ali, Deputy Secretary (Non-Government Secondary-1) of the Ministry’s Secondary and Higher Education Division. The Reason: High Court Intervention The order states that in response to a Writ Petition filed with the High Court…

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No Scope for Corruption

No Scope for Corruption”: Religious Affairs Advisor Vows Transparency and Action Dr. AFM Khalid Hossain, Advisor to the Ministry of Religious Affairs, has asserted that there is “no scope for corruption” within his ministry. While acknowledging the challenges, he stated that his administration is working hard to establish transparency. The Advisor made these comments today (Friday) while speaking to journalists after attending an event at Panchagarh Darul Uloom Madinatul Islam Madrasa. Dr. Khalid Hossain stated: “The mess accumulated over 15 years cannot be cleaned up in 15 months. However, I…

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No Power Can Stop It(Election)

No Power Can Stop It”: Interim Government Vows to Hold Election Before February 15 The Chief Advisor’s Press Secretary, Shafiqul Alam, today reiterated the interim government’s firm commitment to the upcoming general election timeline, stating unequivocally that the vote will take place before February 15, 2026. Shafiqul Alam made these assertive comments while speaking to journalists after the award ceremony for the ‘Mind Bridge and Knowledge Competition,’ organized by the July Konna Foundation at the central auditorium of Noakhali Science and Technology University (NSTU) this Friday afternoon. On political disagreements,…

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Japan Battles Bear Crisis

Japan Battles Bear Crisis: Government Plans to Hire Hunters as Fatal Attacks Surge Japan is currently facing a public safety crisis as the frequency of bear attacks has suddenly surged, spreading nationwide alarm. To manage this dangerous situation, the government is planning to hire professional hunters to bring the aggressive bear population under control. Yesterday (Thursday), the country’s Environment Ministry announced that it would allocate special funds to recruit licensed hunters and related personnel. Their primary task will be to manage bears that enter residential areas or attack humans. British…

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India and US Sign 10-Year Defense Framework Agreement

 India and US Sign 10-Year Defense Framework Agreement to Deepen Partnership India and the United States have signed a comprehensive 10-year defense framework agreement aimed at enhancing cooperation in the defense sector. The structural pact was announced by both nations as a key step toward strengthening their strategic relationship. The agreement was signed today (Friday) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, following a meeting between US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and India’s Minister of Defence, Rajnath Singh, as reported by BBC News. Strengthening Coordination and Stability US Defense Secretary Hegseth announced…

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Election Will Be Held Before February 15

Election Will Be Held Before February 15 The Chief Advisor’s Press Secretary, Shafiqul Alam, has confirmed that the final decision regarding a national referendum rests entirely with the Chief Advisor, but emphasized that the general election will take place before February 15, regardless of the outcome. Shafiqul Alam made these remarks today (Friday) while concluding the award ceremony for the ‘Mindbridge & Knowledge Competition 2025,’ organized by the July Konna Foundation at Noakhali Science and Technology University (NSTU). Regarding the election timeline, Shafiqul Alam stated: “Whatever decision is taken [on…

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38 Lakh Family Cards Undistributed

🛑 Shortfall in Social Safety Net: 38 Lakh Family Cards Undistributed, Leaving 1.5 Crore Poor in Need The system designed to provide affordable goods to the poorest families in Bangladesh is facing a major crisis: nearly 3.85 million ‘Family Cards’ remain undistributed or inactive, denying essential subsidies to an estimated 15 million poor citizens. The reality is stark for families like Ayub Ali’s, a resident of Araihazar Upazila in Narayanganj. Once a rickshaw puller, a physical ailment now prevents him from continuing his work. He attempts to earn a living…

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Saudi tightens Visa Validity

Saudi Arabia tightens Umrah Visa Validity: 3-Month Window Cut to Just 30 Days In a major policy shift aimed at better organizing Hajj and Umrah management amid a continuous increase in pilgrims, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced a significant change to its visa policy. Under the new amendments, the validity period for Umrah visa entry has been drastically reduced from three months to just one month (30 days) from the date of issue. What the Change Means for Pilgrims The new policy, which is set to…

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Explosive Allegations Rock BPL

Explosive Allegations Rock BPL: BCB Official Threatens to Expose Match-Fixing Evidence The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) is once again embroiled in controversy, leading many to label the tournament the ‘Controversial Premier League.’ Beyond persistent issues of match-fixing and unresolved player payment disputes, the scandal has intensified with a BCB official’s declaration to publicly release evidence of match-fixing. The controversy surrounding the 2025 BPL season has frequently hit headlines, primarily due to negative issues involving the Durbar Rajshahi and Chittagong Kings teams, including disputes over outstanding player salaries. The Latest Feud:…

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