AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoBack-to-School Support: A Bangladesh-linked back-to-school giveaway story highlights how families are getting backpacks, shoes and gift cards ahead of the new term. Public Health: Bangladesh reports more suspected measles deaths and a surge in suspected cases, with hospitalisations still climbing fast. Student Migration Crackdown: Foreign Affairs State Minister Shama Obaed says the government is moving to curb syndicates that overcharge students aiming to study abroad, including via a new migration wing. Travel Disruption: A Biman flight to Dhaka was stranded in Italy for over seven hours after a technical problem, leaving passengers stuck onboard in heat. Bangladesh-India Tensions: India’s MEA reiterates it has “no role” and does not endorse remarks from Sheikh Hasina’s New Delhi media interaction, as Dhaka calls it harmful to bilateral ties. Democracy & Media: Zahiruddin Swapan and Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir stress democratic values and the need for independent, responsible media. Culture & Art: Sarah Zabin’s solo exhibition “Choukhat” at Alliance Française explores nostalgia, memory and womanhood. Sports & Society: Cricket star Shakib Al Hasan says he’s ready to return and face trial if his safety is guaranteed. Healthcare Tech: Wipro GE Healthcare launches “Health Express” to bring ultrasound training and demos to underserved districts.
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