PM reiterates call to follow health guidelines

Prime Minister and Leader of the House Sheikh Hasina reiterated her call to the countrymen particularly the lawmakers to follow the health guidelines properly as she joined a discussion on an obituary motion at parliament. "It is truly a matter of shock that we have lost so many lawmakers of the

Govt formulates guidelines on reopening academic institutions

As the educational institutions are going to reopen from 12 September, guidelines have been made in an inter-ministerial meeting on hygiene rules and other safety measures for students. The meeting was held Wednesday with the presence of Education Minister Dr. Dipu Moni. The guidelines are- 1.         The teaching activities will be started in

Curbing Covid: Everyone must play responsible role

The indifference and whimsy being observed almost everywhere, including on the roads, in bazaars and in public transports, after the lifting of the strict restrictions imposed to prevent covid infection cannot help but worry us. There are no hygiene rules being observed anywhere! In the current situation, experts say, the

Why people don’t listen to governments

It’s not that South Asian governments don’t speak out on taking precautions against Covid-19 infections but just that people ignore them. It’s not that there is any lack of sincerity but a lack of will perhaps that makes even the most noble sentiment expressed sounds less than what it should.

Will mask use ever increase?

The government of Bangladesh given its slightly relaxed way of handling health regulations has gone a bit further than before but not enough during this lockdown. It’s obvious from the way it’s generally disregarded that even if the GOB had a plan it's weak and if they were implementing it,

Vaccine not the only solution: Quader

Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader reminded everyone that vaccine is not the only solution to the coronavirus crisis. "Vaccine won’t work if you do not wear a mask all the time or follow health guidelines," he said at a virtual views exchange meeting with officials of Comilla Road Zone, BRTC

Avoid public gatherings, wear masks to fight Covid: PM

Seeking cooperation from all to check the rapid transmission of coronavirus, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Thursday urged people to avoid public gatherings, unnecessary outside stay and wear face masks everywhere. “This time the virus is spreading very rapidly. This resurgence is not only seen in our country but also throughout

Govt issues 11 directives to enforce mask

The government has issued 11 directives to ensure mask-wearing in the wake of growing coronavirus infection across the country.    The instructions were passed on Monday, says media report.   In order to curb the spread of Covid-19, people will have to wear mask and maintain health hygiene outside the homes.     The instructions