AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMeasles Crisis: Bangladesh’s measles outbreak is nearing a grim 1,000-child death toll, with suspected and confirmed cases topping 180,000 as hospitals struggle and wards overflow. Opposition Protest: A Jamaat-led 11-party alliance has started a 246-km Dhaka–Chattogram motor long march, demanding a “Gono Vote”/referendum implementation, justice for the July killings, and action on gas, electricity, fuel, fertiliser shortages, and rising prices. Energy Pressure: The government’s housing push at Sher-e-Bangla Nagar (Tk3,542.77cr for 1,512 flats) lands amid wider public anger over energy shortfalls and reliance on imports. Weather Watch: Rain or thunder showers are likely across Rangpur, Rajshahi, Dhaka, Mymensingh and Sylhet, with moderately heavy to heavy rainfall possible. Public Safety: Dhaka Metropolitan Police arrested 434 in a 24-hour anti-crime drive, seizing yaba, heroin and cash. Border Incident: A farmer in Feni’s Chhagalnaiya was injured in an alleged BSF shooting. Sports: Bangladesh women’s U-20 hockey team opened the Asia Cup with a 7-0 win over Chinese Taipei.
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