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Hamilton Spectator
2 hours ago
- General
- Hamilton Spectator
A Bangladesh Air Force training jet crashes into a Dhaka school, killing at least 19
DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — A Bangladesh Air Force training aircraft crashed into a school campus in the capital, Dhaka, shortly after takeoff on Monday, killing at least 19 people including the pilot and injuring more than 100, officials said. According to the military and a fire official, the Chinese-made F-7 BGI aircraft crashed into the campus of Milestone School and College, in the Uttara neighborhood, in the afternoon as students were attending classes. The Fire Service and Civil Defense said that at least 19 people, mostly students, died and another 116 were rescued with injuries. A significant number sustained burn injuries. The government announced a national day of mourning on Tuesday, with flags to fly at half-staff across the country. The military said the jet took off from Bangladesh Air Force Base A.K. Khandaker in Dhaka's Kurmitola neighborhood at 1:06 p.m. local time and crashed soon after, catching fire immediately. It said the aircraft 'experienced a technical malfunction,' but that a high-level committee within the Air Force would conduct an investigation to determine the cause. Flight Lieutenant Md. Toukir Islam, made 'every effort to divert the aircraft away from densely populated areas toward a more sparsely inhabited location,' the military said. 'Unfortunately, the aircraft crashed into a two-story building' within the school. It is the deadliest airplane crash in the Bangladeshi capital in recent memory. Local media indicated most of the injured were students. Relatives panicked at the scene as rescuers, using tricycle rickshaws or whatever was available, transported the injured to local hospitals. A desperate scene unfolded as the crash occurred. Local residents and rescuers carried wounded students on their laps, while worried parents ran frantically. One father sprinted with his daughter cradled in his arms. A mother cried out, having found her younger child, but desperately searching for her elder. Bangladesh's interim leader Muhammad Yunus pledged an investigation into the crash, expressing his deep sorrow over the 'heartbreaking accident' at Milestone School and College. In a statement, he lamented the 'irreparable' loss suffered by 'Air Force personnel, students, parents, teachers, staff, and others,' calling it 'a moment of deep national grief.' Rafiqa Taha, a student who was not present at the time of the crash, told The Associated Press by phone that the school, with some 2,000 students, offers classes from elementary to twelfth grade. 'I was terrified watching videos on TV,' the 16-year-old said. 'My God! It's my school.' Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Los Angeles Times
3 hours ago
- General
- Los Angeles Times
A Bangladesh Air Force training jet crashes into a Dhaka school, killing at least 19
DHAKA, Bangladesh — A Bangladesh Air Force training aircraft crashed into a school campus in the capital, Dhaka, shortly after takeoff on Monday, killing at least 19 people including the pilot and injuring more than 100, officials said. According to the military and a fire official, the Chinese-made F-7 BGI aircraft crashed into the campus of Milestone School and College, in the Uttara neighborhood, in the afternoon as students were attending classes. The Fire Service and Civil Defense said that at least 19 people, mostly students, died and another 116 were rescued with injuries. A significant number sustained burn injuries. The government announced a national day of mourning on Tuesday, with flags to fly at half-staff across the country. The military said the jet took off from Bangladesh Air Force Base A.K. Khandaker in Dhaka's Kurmitola neighborhood at 1:06 p.m. local time and crashed soon after, catching fire immediately. It said the aircraft 'experienced a technical malfunction,' but that a high-level committee within the Air Force would conduct an investigation to determine the cause. Flight Lieutenant Md. Toukir Islam, made 'every effort to divert the aircraft away from densely populated areas toward a more sparsely inhabited location,' the military said. 'Unfortunately, the aircraft crashed into a two-story building' within the school. It is the deadliest airplane crash in the Bangladeshi capital in recent memory. Local media indicated most of the injured were students. Relatives panicked at the scene as rescuers, using tricycle rickshaws or whatever was available, transported the injured to local hospitals. A desperate scene unfolded as the crash occurred. Local residents and rescuers carried wounded students on their laps, while worried parents ran frantically. One father sprinted with his daughter cradled in his arms. A mother cried out, having found her younger child, but desperately searching for her elder. Bangladesh's interim leader Muhammad Yunus pledged an investigation into the crash, expressing his deep sorrow over the 'heartbreaking accident' at Milestone School and College. In a statement, he lamented the 'irreparable' loss suffered by 'Air Force personnel, students, parents, teachers, staff, and others,' calling it 'a moment of deep national grief.' Rafiqa Taha, a student who was not present at the time of the crash, told the Associated Press by phone that the school, with some 2,000 students, offers classes from elementary to twelfth grade. 'I was terrified watching videos on TV,' the 16-year-old said. 'My God! It's my school.' Alam writes for the Associated Press.
Business Recorder
16 hours ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
Bangladeshi University team signs over 20 MoUs
ISLAMABAD: A high-level academic delegation from Bangladesh has concluded a successful week-long visit to Pakistan, resulting in the signing of more than 20 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with leading Pakistani universities and industry partners. The visit marks a significant step forward in strengthening academic and research collaboration between the two countries. The seven-member delegation, comprising vice chancellors and senior officials from prominent Bangladeshi universities, visited Pakistan from June 16-21 at the invitation of the OIC Ministerial Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation (COMSTECH). During their stay, the delegation visited leading educational institutions in Lahore, Islamabad, and Murree, including member universities of the COMSTECH Consortium of Excellence (CCoE). The MoUs signed with 20 top Pakistani universities cover a wide range of collaborative areas, including faculty and student exchange programs, joint research projects, academic partnerships, infrastructure sharing, co-hosting of conferences, and PhD fee waivers. A notable highlight of the visit was the signing of an agreement with Gourmet Foods, which will offer industrial internships to Bangladeshi students. This initiative aims to enhance practical skills development and foster stronger academia-industry linkages. The delegation was warmly hosted at multiple receptions, including those organized by Dr. Chaudhary Abdul Rehman, Chairman of the Association of Private Sector Universities of Pakistan; H.E. Md. Iqbal Hussain Khan, High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Pakistan; and Prof. Dr. Muhammad Iqbal Chaudhary, Coordinator General of COMSTECH. These engagements allowed the delegation to explore opportunities for deeper institutional partnerships and mutual growth.
Qatar Tribune
5 days ago
- General
- Qatar Tribune
Bangladesh MHM School & College celebrates outstanding SSC results
Tribune News Network Doha Bangladesh MHM School & College has announced its excellent achievement in the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Examination 2025, conducted under the Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Dhaka. The school attained a remarkable overall pass rate of 84%, significantly surpassing the Dhaka board's average pass percentage of 67.51%. Out of 94 students who appeared in the examination, 68 successfully passed, and an impressive 14 students achieved brilliant results of GPA-5, including 13 from the Science group and 1 from the Business Studies group. Among these, 6 students earned the highly prestigious Golden GPA-5. Additionally, 16 students secured GPA 4 and above, which reflects the school's teachers and parent's relentless dedication and team works for this grand success. Expressing his heartfelt congratulations, Lt. Cdr. Md. Anwar Khurshid (Retd), MBA, director of Bangladesh MHM School & College, praised the dedication and perseverance of the students, particularly the GPA-5 achievers and all other successful candidates. He also expressed sincere appreciation to the hardworking teachers, parents, and devoted administrative staffs whose combined efforts made this success possible. He further acknowledged the unwavering guidance and support of Ambassador of Bangladesh to Qatar and Chairman of the institution, H.E. Md. Nazrul Islam, who played a pivotal role in achieving these remarkable results. Islam expressed his satisfaction over the excellent performance of the Golden GPA-5 and GPA-5 achievers, along with the high overall pass percentage. ATM Asadusjaman, acting principal, also extended warm congratulations to the students and teachers for their dedication and expressed optimism for continued academic success in future examinations. With these accomplishments, Bangladesh MHM School & College reaffirms its commitment to nurturing academic excellence and rendering support every student to reach their highest goal.
Daily Tribune
12-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Tribune
Bangladesh, Bahrain Shield Workers
TDT | Manama Joint effort targets Hidd workers Bangladeshi workers in Hidd received direct support and critical summer safety guidance on Thursday as the Bangladesh Embassy teamed up with Bahraini labour authorities and the World Health Organization to combat the risks of extreme heat. The joint campaign, held in Hidd and attended by nearly 80 workers, focused on shielding labourers from dangerous summer temperatures, promoting hydration, and ensuring compliance with Bahrain's midday work ban. The initiative was backed by the Wage Earners' Welfare Board of Bangladesh and involved key players from Bahrain's Ministry of Labour, the Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA), and WHO Bahrain. Protecting vulnerable workers Representing H.E. the Ambassador Md. Rais Hasan Sarower, the Embassy's Counsellor and Head of Chancery A .K.M. Mohiuddin Kayes thanked officials and urged workers to strictly follow Bahrain's heat safety regulations. He stressed the importance of staying hydrated, wearing proper safety gear, and avoiding outdoor work during peak hours. He also called for more frequent awareness drives and mobile consular services to reach vulnerable Bangladeshi workers across the Kingdom. Midday ban reinforced Ministry of Labour official Hussain M. Alhussaini reinforced the message, advising workers to use protective gear and report violations. He highlighted the annual midday ban on outdoor work from 12 noon to 4 pm between June 15th and September 15th. He encouraged workers to call the Ministry's hotline (80008001) if companies breach the rule. LMRA official Mohammed Alhashemi and WHO representative Rayan Butaita were also present, lending further weight to the collaborative outreach. The event concluded with the distribution of reusable water bottles and refreshments to help workers stay cool and energised.
