Ahamed Ullah

6 days ago | bangladeshpost.net | Ahamed Ullah

Civic services at Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) have been suspended as the gates of Nagar Bhaban, its headquarters, have remained locked for 38 consecutive days. Supporters of BNP leader Ishraque Hossain have been staging a sit-in since May 14, demanding his swearing-in as mayor. As a result, nearly one crore residents are being deprived of essential civic services.

1 week ago | bangladeshpost.net | Ahamed Ullah

Although the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) have started supplying COVID-19 test kits to hospitals across the country, most of the health facilities are yet to open dedicated wards for corona patients. Corona infections as well as dengue cases have suddenly increased across the country, but most hospitals are not well prepared, raising concern among public health experts over the possibility of another health crisis. Dengue is not a contagious disease.

2 weeks ago | bangladeshpost.net | Ahamed Ullah

Road crashes remain one of the top causes of death and injury in Bangladesh, imposing a heavy burden on both public health and the national economy. In response, road safety experts and civil society organisations are intensifying calls for the government to enact a Comprehensive Road Safety Law, aligning national policies with international best practices and the globally recognised safe system approach.

3 weeks ago | bangladeshpost.net | Ahamed Ullah

As the holy festival of Eid-ul-Azha approaches, Dhaka has begun to empty out, with homebound people making their way to villages and hometowns, braving traffic congestion, transport shortages and other challenges. With only two days left before Eid, which will be celebrated on Saturday, an overwhelming rush of travellers was observed at all major exit points from the capital on Wednesday.

3 weeks ago | bangladeshpost.net | Ahamed Ullah

With the holy festival of Eid-ul-Azha approaching, temporary cattle markets have begun to spring up across Dhaka. These markets are showcasing locally raised cows, goats, buffaloes, and sheep—alongside a few exotic animals like camels and dumba (fat-tailed sheep). However, buying and selling activities have yet to pick up pace as both buyers and sellers appear to be waiting for the customary last-minute rush.