Bangladesh likely to remain in grip of severe cold for another week

Mild cold wave was prevailing in Naugaon, Dinajpur, Panchgarh, Jashore and Chuadanga districts, but the north wind made conditions worse for the people, especially the working class. Sufia Khatoon, a 58-year-old beggar in Faridpur, collects 150 to 200 taka a day and this amount increases on Fridays, public holidays and special prayer days for Muslims. […]

Sheikh Russel beats Abahani to reach Independence Cup final

Sheikh Russel Krira Chakra Limited qualified for the Bashundhara Group Independence Cup final by defeating Abahani Limited 3-2 at the Bir Shrestha Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Stadium in Munshiganj on Wednesday. Sheikh Russel emerged as the first unbeaten Group A champions after drawing 1-1 against Fortis FC, before defeating Bangladesh Navy (2-0) and Mohammedan SC […]