Rohingya children’s perilous journey to the streets

October 31, 2023

COX’S BAZAR CORRESPONDENT In the heart of Cox’s Bazar, a city renowned for its stunning coastal beauty, a heart-wrenching story unfolds as Rohingya children, seeking refuge from the dire conditions of refugee camps, embark on a treacherous path by joining the ranks of street children. This narrative delves into their struggles and the uncertain future […]Continue Reading

Two ARSA commanders held with firearms

October 27, 2023

NEWS DESK Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) in a drive arrested two members of Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army (ARSA), including a top commander involved in the murder of a DGFI official. They were arrested on Thursday (October 26) during a raid in the hilly areas adjacent to the Rohingya camp at Ukhiya in Cox’s Bazar, said […]Continue Reading

6,546 killed in Gaza during war: Hamas health ministry

October 25, 2023

The health ministry in the Hamas-run Gaza Strip said Wednesday that 6,546 people have been killed in the territory since the outbreak of war with Israel. The death toll includes 2,704 children. A total of 17,439 people have also been wounded since the conflict erupted on October 7.Continue Reading

UN chief alleges law violations in Gaza, angering Israel

October 25, 2023

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday alleged violations of international law in Gaza and urged an immediate ceasefire as Israel pounds the Palestinian territory in response to Hamas attacks, with the crisis deeply dividing the Security Council, AFP reports. Israel voiced anger over the UN chief’s plea before a high-level session of the Security Council, […]Continue Reading

The Ten Minute Havoc: Kutubdia ripped apart by cyclone Hamoon

October 25, 2023

KUTUBDIA CORRESPONDENT, COX’S BAZAR On the evening of October 24, an otherwise calm Kutubdia Island was taken by storm — quite literally. What started as a mild drizzle and a light wind under the looming influence of Cyclone Hamoon swiftly transformed into a powerful tempest by 9:30 p.m. Shops shuttered, people scurried for shelter, and […]Continue Reading

Cyclone Hamoon plunges Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar into darkness

October 25, 2023

NEWS DESK Chattogram and Cox’s Bazar are grappling with the aftermath of Cyclone Hamoon, which swept through the coastal areas Tuesday night. Four people have died – three in Cox’s Bazar and one in Chattogram since the storm struck. Due to the gusty winds and rain in the coastal region, many areas are now experiencing […]Continue Reading

D-8 adopts joint communique supporting Palestine

October 23, 2023

D-8 countries have called for immediate cessation of hostilities and stopping the crimes against humanity in the Gaza Strip, Palestine. In a joint Communique of the D-8 Commission on Solidarity with Palestinian people, they expressed profound condolences to the Palestinians for the huge loss of lives and suffering caused by the ongoing besiege and bombardment […]Continue Reading

Gaza death toll from Israeli airstrikes climbs to 5,087: Health Ministry

October 23, 2023

The Palestinian death toll from ongoing Israeli airstrikes on the Gaza Strip has climbed to 5,087, the Health Ministry in the blockaded enclave said on Monday. “The fatalities include 2,055 children, 1,119 women and 217 elders,” ministry spokesman Ashraf al-Qudra told a news conference in Gaza City. He said 15,273 people were also injured in […]Continue Reading

672 Rohingyas visit refugee camps in Ukhiya from Bhashan Char

October 23, 2023

NEWS DESK A group of 672 Rohingya refugees embarked on a “go-and-see” visit to camps in Ukhiya, Cox’s Bazar, from Bhashan Char on Sunday. Facilitated by two Navy Landing Craft Utility (LCU) ships, the Rohingyas departed at 6:10am and arrived at Chittagong Boat Club at 9:30am. Subsequently, the refugees continued their journey on 13 buses […]Continue Reading

At least 4,137 Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes since Oct 7: health ministry

October 20, 2023

At least 4,137 Palestinians have been killed and 13,000 wounded in Gaza in Israeli strikes since Oct 7, the Palestinian health ministry said on Friday in a statement, Reuters reports.  Continue Reading