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Met Forecasts Rain and Gusty Winds Nationwide
The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecasted light to moderate rain or thundershowers across the country for the next 24 hours, starting from 9 am on Wednesday.
According to a BMD bulletin, “Light to moderate rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty winds are likely at most places over the Rangpur, Mymensingh, and Sylhet divisions, and at many places over the Rajshahi, Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal, and Chattogram divisions, with moderately heavy to very heavy falls at places over the Rangpur, Mymensingh, and Sylhet divisions.”
The country’s highest rainfall of 199 mm was recorded in Netrakona in the 24 hours leading up to 6 am on Wednesday.
Additionally, a mild heatwave is affecting the Madaripur, Pabna, Khulna, Jashore, and Chuadanga districts, though it may subside in some areas, the bulletin stated.
Daytime temperatures may decrease slightly, while nighttime temperatures are expected to remain nearly unchanged across the country. Due to high moisture content, discomfort may persist.
Meanwhile, a trough of low pressure extends from West Bengal to the Northwest Bay. The monsoon is active over Bangladesh and moderate over the North Bay.
The monsoon is fairly active over Bangladesh and moderate elsewhere over the North Bay.
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina inaugurated the National Primary Education Week-2024 today, emphasizing a renewed commitment to ensuring quality education for children. The event took place at the Osmani Memorial Auditorium, where the prime minister served as the chief guest.
During the ceremony, Sheikh Hasina distributed the Primary Education Medal-2023 to 126 stakeholders in recognition of their contributions to primary education. The awards were presented in 18 categories, with 36 students, 15 individuals, and three organizations receiving medals directly from the prime minister.
The theme for this year’s Primary Education Week is “Shishu Bandhov Prathomik Shikkha, Smart Bangladesher Deekkha,” underscoring the importance of child-friendly primary education as a foundation for a smart Bangladesh.
State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Rumana Ali and Secretary Farid Ahmed also addressed the audience at the event. Additionally, a video documentary showcasing the development of primary and mass education across the country was screened.
A two-hour downpour this morning brought much-needed relief from the oppressive heat but also caused significant disruption for commuters in Dhaka.
The rain, which began around 9:30 am and continued until 11:30 am, led to flooding in several areas, including Malibagh, Moghbazar, Shantinagar, Farmgate, Badda, Mirpur, and Khilkhet. Office-goers and residents found themselves wading through ankle-deep water to reach their destinations.
While the rainfall provided a respite from the heat, it also highlighted the city’s drainage problems as people struggled to navigate the waterlogged streets. Many were seen battling the flooded roads, underscoring the ongoing issues with Dhaka’s infrastructure.
The sky had been overcast since early morning, and the rain, accompanied by thunderstorms, helped alleviate the stifling heat that had gripped the city for the past few days.
Four death row convicts were recaptured this morning (26 June), just hours after escaping from Bogura Central Jail late last night.
The convicts managed to break out by scaling a wall through a breach in the roof. They were apprehended in the vicinity of the jail this morning, Jailer Mohammad Faridur Rahman informed the media.
District Additional Superintendent of Police Snigdha Akhtar stated, “The issue is very sensitive. The district superintendent of police will announce the details in this regard at a later time.”
Following the escape, coordinated efforts by jail police and district police led to the convicts being detained in the Chashi Bazar area of Bogura Sadar upazila.
District Superintendent of Police Sudip Kumar Chakraborty confirmed that the four convicts were involved in a murder case. The escapees were identified as Nazrul, 68, from Kurigram; Amir Hamza, 41, from Narsingdi; Abdul Mannan, 34, and Farid Sheikh, 30, both from Bogura.
