Mad rush of homebound people at Paturia terminal

Ferry terminal in ferry terminal Paturia saw a mad rush of homebound people ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr despite the so-called decision of Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Corporation (BIWTC) suspending daytime ferry services. The corporation took the decision on late Friday night to suspend daytime ferry services on Paturia-Daulatdia ferry ghat and Shimulia-Banglabazar

Banks to remain closed during lockdown

All banks will remain shut from April 14 to 21 following the government's declared all-out lockdown to prevent the spread of coronavirus or Covid-19 infection in the country. However, online services including ATM and internet banking will be opened round the clock to meet the necessary cash and payment demand. As per