Rangpur

Red tape delays construction of second economic zone in Rangpur

Planned industrial development remains elusive in Rangpur as construction of a second economic zone in the northern district of Bangladesh has been barred by red tape for 16 years now. Besides, the existing industrial enclave of the Bangladesh Small and Cottage Industries Corporation (BSCIC) in the region has fallen into disrepair, forcing entrepreneurs to search elsewhere to set up shops.

Who have highest/lowest bank deposits in Bangladesh?

Dhaka division’s 4.19 crore people in 13 districts have stored in banks a total of Tk 9.79 lakh crore, around 85 per cent of which, or Tk 8.32 lakh crore, belong to the people living inside Dhaka district alone.

Where the mangoes thrive: Rajshahi to Chapai Nawabganj

Mangoes might feel like just another fruit, but to the people of Rajshahi and its environs, they are a way of life. It is no wonder that the love for mango permeates Bengali culture, as witnessed by literature that is replete with references to magnificent mango trees and the sweet, cool and deep shade under the bountiful boughs, enticing the weary travellers to stop a while. For people like me, enjoying the fruits of nature are an act of devotion.

15 die of liquor poisoning in Rangpur, Dinajpur

At least 15 people have died of probable ethanol poisoning in Rangpur and Dinajpur between Monday night and Wednesday afternoon.

80-yr-old Rangpur man returns home after recovery from Covid-19

An 80-year-old man in Rangpur returns home after recovering from Covid-19 after 14 days of treatment.

Only 13 ICU beds for Covid-19 patients in Rangpur division

Only thirteen beds out of 1,292 are enhanced with ICU facilities in eight districts of Rangpur Division to treat Covid-19 patients.

Narayanganj returnee dies with coronavirus symptoms in Rangpur

A man died in his house at Rangpur’s Pirganj upazila this morning with coronavirus-like symptoms.

SSC examinee killed in Rangpur

A 16-year-old Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examinee was killed by unknown assailants last night in Rangpur’s Badarganj municipality.

Now Rangpur student sets example of honesty

Pranta Adhikari, a fifth semester student of Rangpur Polytechnic Institute, has made an example of honesty by giving back Tk 3 lakh to its owner.

November 12, 2017
November 12, 2017

Rangpur Mayhem: Hatred stirred up for days

The Friday's attack on the Hindu community in the district's Gangachara upazila was carried out as per a plan after days of campaign over a Facebook post, but the local authorities failed to prevent it as they didn't take the matter seriously, alleged victims and villagers.

October 30, 2017
October 30, 2017

Man dies in police custody

A man was beaten to death in police custody in Rangpur yesterday, alleged his family members.

October 19, 2017
October 19, 2017

Raped then beaten up for protesting

An alleged rape victim was beaten up and had her hair cut off when she and her husband went to the perpetrator's house in Rangpur

September 30, 2017
September 30, 2017

Food transporters begin indefinite strike in Rajshahi, Rangpur

Rajshahi Divisional Food Transport (Road) Conductors’ Association announces an indefinite strike from Sunday demanding increase of their transportation cost.

September 15, 2017
September 15, 2017

Met office predicts moderate rainfall

Light to moderate rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely to occur at many places across Bangladesh, says Met office.

June 9, 2017
June 9, 2017

2 cleaners die inhaling toxic gas in Rangpur

Two cleaners die after inhaling toxic gas while cleaning septic tank of a latrine in Radhaballov area in Rangpur city.

April 14, 2017
April 14, 2017

2 schoolboys drown in Teesta

Two schoolboys drown in the Teesta River at Mohipur in Gangachhara upazila of Rangpur.

January 7, 2017
January 7, 2017

Rangpur promoted as Dhaka Metro go down

Dhaka Metro have been demoted to Tier Two, while Nasir Hossain's Rangpur were promoted to Tier One at the end of the National Cricket League (NCL), one of the two four-day domestic competitions in Bangladesh, yesterday.

November 25, 2016
November 25, 2016

Sammy blitz trumps Mithun's brilliance

Rajshahi Kings' third victory kept their playoff hopes alive as skipper Darren Sammy's late-over blitz and disciplined bowling gave them a 12-run victory over league leaders Rangpur Riders

November 22, 2016
November 22, 2016

Rangpur leapfrog Khulna

Mohammad Mithun hit an unbeaten 49 as Rangpur Riders cantered to a seven-wicket win against Khulna Titans in a Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) match in Chittagong today.

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