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Fire guts 30 shops in Shariatpur on Eid day
At least 30 shops were gutted in a major fire that broke out at a market in Shariatpur's Zajira upazila on Thursday.
No casualties were reported.
Locals said the fire broke out at a shop owned by Yunus in the market around 8am and it soon engulfed the adjoining shops.
On information, two fire tenders were pressed into service and it took them nearly two hours to bring the flames under control, Jazira Upazila Fire Service Inspector Shankar Biswas said.
Fire officials suspect an electrical short-circuit at the first shop has triggered the fire. "The exact amount of loss could not be ascertained immediately," he said.
Jazira Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Sadia Islam Luna said that the amount of damage will be assessed after visiting the scene.
"The government will assist the affected traders if they seek help," she added.
Sholakia Eidgah sees record turnout of 6 lakh Muslims
An estimated 6 lakh Muslims offered Eid-ul-Fitr prayers at the Sholakia Eidgah in Kishoreganj.
The 197th Eid congregation at the ground was held on Thursday morning.
The vast Eidgah ground was filled to capacity with devotees by 9 am, well before the Eid prayers, amid tight security arrangements.
The prayer, which began at 10 am, was conducted by Shoaib bin Abdur Rauf, Imam of the local Boro Bazar Mosque.
After the prayer, Sholakia Eidgah Management Committee Chairman and Kishoreganj Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Abul Kalam Azad said, "An estimated 6 lakh devotees offered prayers at the biggest Eid congregation."
As per tradition, three gunshots were fired before the start of the prayers to signal the preparations. After the prayers and sermon, munajat was offered for the wellbeing of the Muslim Ummah, including Bangladesh.
The railway authorities arranged two special trains, named "Sholakia Special", for the convenience of devotees from far-flung areas. One train came from Mymensingh and the other from Bhairab.
As part of the strict security measures, carrying anything other than caps, masks, and prayer mats was prohibited, and vehicular movement in the city was restricted. A large number of volunteers and several medical teams were present at the ground to assist the devotees.
Kishoreganj Police Superintendent Mohammad Russel Sheikh said that a four-tier security arrangement was put in place this year, keeping in mind the militant attack at Sholakia in 2016. During the prayers, the security ring was formed by five platoons of BGB, a large number of police, RAB, and Ansar members.
In addition, personnel from various intelligence agencies were present in plainclothes to monitor the situation. The entry points to the ground were also covered by CCTV cameras and six watch towers.
Four police drone cameras were also flying in the sky.
The ground was monitored by six video cameras.
The Eidgah was established in 1828 by Dewan Hayat Khan Bahadur on about seven acres of land on the banks of the Narasunda River, on the eastern outskirts of Kishoreganj town. In that year, the first congregation held in Sholakia was attended by 1.25 lakh Muslims, and hence the ground was named "Soa Lakhi Maath". Over time, the pronunciation evolved to "Sholakia Maath".
Eid prayers held at Brahmanbaria Eidgah Maidan in Kazirpara
Eid-ul-Fitr prayers were held in Brahmanbaria with due religious solemnity. The main Eid congregation was held at the district Eidgah Maidan in Kazirpara at 8:30 am on Thursday.
The congregation was led by Maulana Sibghatullah Noor, Khatib of the district Jame Mosque. Housing and Public Works Minister and local MP, R A M Obaidul Moktadir Chowdhury, Deputy Commissioner Md Habibur Rahman, and leaders of various social and political organisations attended the prayers.
A special doa was held after the prayers for the peace in the country, the nation, and the Muslim Ummah.
Eid prayers were also held at mosques in the district, including the Tankerpara Jame Mosque, Sadar Hospital Jame Mosque, and Sherpur Jame Mosque.
Eid prayers held in Barishal Central Eidgah Maidan
The main Eid-ul-Fitr congregation was held at the Hemat Uddin Central Eidgah Maidan in Barishal, praying for peace for the Muslim Ummah.
The prayer was held at 8:00 am today and was attended by leaders of various political, social and cultural organisations, officials of various levels of the administration, and people from different walks of life.
Hafez Maulana Shihab Uddin, Senior Imam of Steamer Ghat Jame Mosque, led the prayers and munajat.
Earlier, the khutbah was delivered by Qazi Maulana Abdul Mannan, Khatib Imam of Central Kasai Jame Mosque.
State Minister for Water Resources Col (retd) Zahid Faruk Shamim, Mayor of Barishal City Corporation Abul Khair Abdullah Khokon Serniabat, Barishal Divisional Commissioner Shawkat Ali, leaders of Awami League, BNP, Jatiya Party and other political and social organisations, and administration officials offered prayers at the Central Eidgah.
Eid-ul-Fitr prayers held at Cumilla Central Eidgah
The main congregation for Eid-ul-Fitr prayers began at 8:30 am on Thursday at the Cumilla Central Eidgah ground.Qari Maulana Mohammad Ibrahim led the prayers.Following the prayers, special munajat was offered for the peace, prosperity and good health of the people of Cumilla.The Eid prayers were attended by AKM Bahauddin Bahar MP, and thousands of Muslims, including Cumilla Deputy Commissioner Khandaker Mushfiqur Rahman.
Sylhet celebrates Eid-ul-Fitr with grand congregation at historic Shahi Eidgah Maidan
The main Eid-ul-Fitr congregation in Sylhet was held at the revered 700-year-old Shahi Eidgah Maidan at 8:00 am on Thursday, drawing devotees from across the region in a vibrant display of faith and community.
Maulana Abu Hurairah, Imam and Khatib of Bandarbazar Central Jame Mosque, led the prayers, with Maulana Mostaq Ahmed Khan, Khatib of the same mosque, delivering the sermon that preceded the gathering.
The early morning air was filled with the spirit of camaraderie as Muslims, carrying prayer mats, convened at the Maidan following the Fajr prayers.
The prayers concluded with supplications for the peace and prosperity of the nation, highlighting the congregation's unity and spiritual fervor. The event saw heartfelt embraces and warm Eid greetings exchanged among attendees, fostering a sense of brotherhood and joy.
Prominent figures, including the Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment State Minister and Sylhet District Awami League President Shafiqur Rahman Chowdhury, Chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Foreign Ministry and Sylhet-1 MP Dr. AK Abdul Momen, and City Corporation Mayor Anwaruzzaman Chowdhury, were among the attendees, adding a dignitary presence to the auspicious occasion.
The Islamic Foundation reported that this year, Sylhet city hosted 430 Eid congregations, with 347 in mosques and 83 at various Eidgahs. Additionally, the broader Sylhet district celebrated with 2,569 congregations, marking a significant observation of one of Islam’s most sacred holidays across the region.
Child drowns in pond in Lalmonirhat
A two-year-old boy drowned in a pond at Jigarghat area in Hatibandha upazila of Lalmonirhat on Wednesday afternoon.
The deceased was identified as Tawhid, son of Mofizul Islam.
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Hafizul Islam, a UP member of Dolapara, said Tawhid drowned in a pond near his house, unknowingly falling into it after his mother left him at home.
Later, his body floated from the pond.
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Barkhata Union Parishad (UP) Chairman Abu Abu Hena Mostafa Jamal Sohel confirmed the incident.
Hatibandha Police Station Officer-in-Charge Saiful Islam said, "The chairman of Barkhata Union Parishad informed us about the matter.
1 killed, 30 injured as fire breaks out at RFL Industrial Park in Habiganj
A woman was killed and 30 others were injured in a fire that broke out at PRAN-RFL Habiganj Industrial Park on Wednesday.
Police Super Akhtar Hossain said, the woman worker died after she jumped off the roof to escape the fire.
The fire broke out at the park's building number 13 chips factory in Alipur area of Shayestaganj upazila around 1:30pm .
Sultan Mahmud, senior station officer of Habiganj Fire Service, said six units from Habiganj, Shaistaganj and Madhabpur stations are working to control the fire.
The fire is currently under control, he said.
However, he could not give details of the probable damage or casualties.
Meanwhile, locals are protesting in front of the main gate of the company as no one is allowed to enter the spot.
A witness, Matin Miah, said the fire broke out when one group of workers had finished their shift and another was taking their place.
Eid-ul-Fitr being celebrated in parts of 5 districts in line with Saudi Arabia
Eid-ul-Fitr, the largest religious festival of Muslims, is being celebrated in some upazilas of Dinajpur, Chandpur, Chapainawabganj, Barisal and Jhenaidah districts amid religious fervour in line with Saudi Arabia on Wednesday.
The early celebration comes a day before the nationwide celebration of Eid in the country on Thursday.
Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr with family reunions, new clothes, treats and prayers
In Dinajpur, the Eid-ul-Fitr prayers were held in Sadar, Chirirbandar, Biral, Kaharole, Birampur upazilas of the district in participation with several thousand Muslim devotees in the morning.
In Chandpur, residents of 40 villages in the district are also celebrating Eid today amid much enthusiasm and religious fervour.
Every year, people of 40 villages in Hajiganj, Matlab North, Kachua and Sharasti start Ramadan fasting and celebrate Eid-ul-fitr line with the KSA and other middle east countries.
In Chapainawabganj, people of two villages in Shibganj upazila are celebrating Eid today.
In Barishal, thousands of people in Barishal Sadar, Babuganj, Hizla and Muladi areas are celebrating Eid on Wednesday in line with Saudi Arabia.
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In Jhenaidah, several thousand people in Bonkira of Sadar upazila, Kulbaria, Narayankandi, Boithapra, Boalia Chatkabaria, Falsi, Payradanga, Nityanandapur of Harinakunda upazila and Bhatoi of Shailkupa upazila are celebrating Eid in line with Saudi Arabia and other Muslim countries.
Meanwhile, The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr on Wednesday.
Padma Bridge: Record Tk 4.90 crore toll collected in 24 hrs
The government earned record Tk 4.90 crore in revenue through toll from the vehicles that crossed the Padma Bridge in 24 hours till 12 am Tuesday.
“A total of Tk 4,90,67,050 toll was collected from Monday 12 am to Tuesday 12 am from 45,204 vehicles that crossed the bridge during the period.
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“It is the highest amount collected so far during the period,” said Amirul Haidar Chowdhury, Additional Director of Bangladesh Bridges Authority (BBA).
Earlier on June 27, a record TK 4.60 crore toll were collected from around 43,137 vehicles that crossed the bridge.
Bridges Division pays Tk 315 crore of Padma Bridge loan
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina formally inaugurated the bridge on June 25and it was opened to traffic the next morning.
So far, the BBA has collected Tk 1454.14 crore toll from 1.8 crore vehicles that crossed the bridge till Tuesday.