The Narayanganj District Council has extended support to Rahat, a physically challenged student from Fatullah, by providing him with an electric motorcycle to ease his daily commute to college. The donation was handed over on Wednesday afternoon at the district council premises by its administrator, Mamun Mahmud, in the presence of other officials. Rahat, who lost his ability to walk due to polio in childhood, is currently a third-year degree student and has continued his studies despite severe mobility challenges.

Rahat expressed deep gratitude to the council, saying the assistance would make his educational journey much easier. He shared that traveling to college had long been a struggle, especially during the rainy season when waterlogging and mud made movement difficult. The district council administrator stated that supporting determined students like Rahat reflects their commitment to ensuring that physical limitations do not hinder education. He added that the initiative aligns with the Prime Minister’s directive to use local government institutions for public welfare.

The council hopes this initiative will inspire others and promote inclusivity in education across the district.

The Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board of Bangladesh has officially released the schedule for the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) examinations. According to the notice signed by S M Kamal Uddin Haider, convener of the Inter-Education Board Examination Control Committee, the exams are set to begin on July 2, 2026.

The announcement was made on April 22, 2026, confirming that the board retains the authority to revise the timetable if necessary. The published routine outlines the examination dates and related details for students across the country.

The release of the HSC exam schedule marks a key step in the national academic calendar, allowing institutions and students to prepare for the upcoming assessments under the supervision of the education board.

State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj announced that a new curriculum will be introduced in primary education, and the use of coaching, notes, and guidebooks will be discontinued. He made the statement on Wednesday, April 22, during a discussion titled 'Education Budget: Budget for Education' organized by the Campaign for Mass Literacy.

Hajjaj explained that the new curriculum will focus on learning through play and storytelling, emphasizing that it will be implemented carefully and in consultation with all stakeholders. He also highlighted infrastructure and security challenges, noting that around 65,000 schools currently lack security guards and that multimedia classroom equipment is often stolen. Additionally, he mentioned that students will begin learning a third language alongside Bangla and English.

The minister said the government aims to address educational problems from the root level and ensure that reforms are planned and sustainable.

Jagannath University has decided to conduct classes online one day each week to reduce expenses amid the global energy crisis. The decision was made at the university’s 77th special Academic Council meeting, held on April 22, 2026, under the chairmanship of Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Md. Raiqul Uddin. The meeting followed directives from the Ministry of Public Administration, the Ministry of Education, and the University Grants Commission of Bangladesh.

During the meeting, the Vice-Chancellor emphasized the need for awareness in conserving electricity and fuel while ensuring that academic activities remain uninterrupted. He urged department heads and teachers to coordinate with students to maintain educational continuity and expressed optimism that the global crisis would be overcome soon.

Based on members’ proposals, the council decided that starting next week, all academic activities every Thursday will be conducted online. Treasurer Professor Dr. Sabina Sharmin noted that suspending transport operations one day a week could significantly save fuel. Participants also shared constructive suggestions to ensure energy conservation and smooth academic operations.

A cargo trawler bound for Monpura sank at Choumuhani Ghat in Tazumuddin upazila of Bhola on Tuesday evening after being hit by strong waves from the Dhaka-bound launch MB Farhan. The incident resulted in the loss of goods including 934 pieces of school feeding bread, 150 sacks of poultry feed, 110 sacks of rice, and edible oil, with an estimated damage of about Tk 2 million, according to locals.

Trawler driver Hiron Mia said the MB Farhan launch had departed from Betuaghata in Charfassion and created strong waves while leaving Choumuhani Ghat for Dhaka, causing the trawler heading to Monpura to sink. Some school feeding items were saved, but most of the cargo went underwater immediately. No casualties were reported in the incident.

The officer-in-charge of Tazumuddin Police Station said he was unaware of the incident and would look into it after being informed by the reporter.

The Bangladesh Public Service Commission (BPSC) has initiated the viva voce process for candidates who passed the written examination of the 47th Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS). As part of the preparation, candidates are required to fill out and submit the ‘BPSC Form-3’ online using their BCS user ID and password. The form must be completed in Bangla through the designated website, and candidates need updated browsers with Flash Player and Unicode support. After submission, the form must be downloaded, printed, and two copies submitted to the viva board. Candidates can edit any incorrect information within the specified time.

The BPSC notice, signed by Exam Controller (Cadre) Masuma Afrin, also instructs candidates to select the correct option under the ‘Freedom Fighter Status’ section from four available categories. In addition, the commission has announced that viva examinations for 2,570 general cadre candidates will begin on May 11 at the BPSC headquarters in Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka, starting daily at 10 a.m. according to registration numbers.

The directive ensures a standardized digital process for candidate data submission ahead of the 47th BCS viva sessions.

A cargo trawler carrying school feeding materials sank on Tuesday evening at Choumuhani Ghat in Tazumuddin upazila of Bhola after being hit by strong waves from the Dhaka-bound launch MB Farhan. The trawler was headed to Monpura when the incident occurred. No casualties were reported in the accident.

According to local sources, the trawler was transporting 934 pieces of bread, 150 sacks of poultry feed, 110 sacks of rice, and edible oil, all of which were washed away into the river. The estimated loss from the incident is around two million taka. The trawler operator, Hiron Mia, said that while some food items were saved, most of the cargo sank immediately.

When contacted, the officer-in-charge of Tazumuddin Police Station said he was not aware of the incident but would look into the matter.

The Directorate of Primary Education has issued a directive making health information mandatory in the unified admission form for all government primary schools across Bangladesh. The instruction, communicated through an official letter on Tuesday, requires that every district primary education officer be informed of the new requirement.

According to the directive, all government primary schools must include essential health-related details of students in a standardized admission form. The letter further states that for the current academic year, schools must record student admission data using this unified form and take necessary steps to implement the same process in the next academic year.

The move aims to ensure consistency in student data collection and streamline the admission process nationwide, aligning all government primary schools under a single documentation system.

Local Member of Parliament Dr. Mosleh Uddin Farid has called for establishing a full-fledged agricultural university at the Jagadishpur Cotton Research, Training and Seed Multiplication Farm in Jhikargacha upazila of Jashore. He raised the demand during Tuesday’s session of the National Parliament, noting that the farm’s operations have become stagnant due to manpower shortages, mismanagement, and long-term neglect. He argued that setting up a university there would utilize the unused land and open new opportunities for agricultural education in Bangladesh.

The farm, inaugurated on November 19, 1980, by then-President Ziaur Rahman, was established with financial assistance from the Government of Bangladesh and the former European Economic Community. Covering 63.70 hectares, about 14.72 hectares remain unused. The facility currently conducts research in five disciplines and includes residential training facilities for 120 people. Local journalists and agricultural officials believe the existing infrastructure could easily support a university and that the region’s fertile soil and low disaster risk make it ideal for agricultural research.

Officials added that nearby water bodies and fallow land could also support fisheries and livestock research, further expanding the scope of agricultural studies in the area.

A total of 1,003 students were absent on the first day of the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examination under the Chattogram Education Board, held on April 21, 2026. The Bangla First Paper exam took place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. across 218 centers in Chattogram and three hill districts, with 1,218 schools participating. The board reported that 106,872 students sat for the first-day exam out of a total of 130,734 registered candidates.

According to the board, the total number of students includes 56,391 boys and 74,343 girls. Among them, 34,991 are from the science group, 43,993 from humanities, and 51,750 from business studies. The board formed 76 vigilance teams—66 general and 10 special—to ensure fair conduct. The exam was reported to have been held peacefully without irregularities.

Board Secretary Professor Mohammad Zahirul Haque Swapan stated that the administration took strict measures to prevent cheating and requested uninterrupted electricity supply from the Power Development Board. The first day concluded successfully in a calm environment.

A mix-up occurred on the first day of the SSC examination at Mohanpur High School center in Debidwar, Comilla, when students received the wrong question paper. Ten irregular candidates of the 2025 session were mistakenly given the 2026 objective question paper for the Bangla First Paper exam, which began at 10 a.m. The error was detected after ten minutes, prompting officials to replace the papers. However, the affected students were not given extra time, leading to confusion and frustration among examinees and parents.

Parents and local residents expressed anger over the incident, calling it unacceptable negligence in such an important national examination. They said the mistake caused mental distress to students and demanded accountability from those responsible. The affected students were from several schools, including Nabiyabad, Tulagaon, Elahabad, and Radhanagar High Schools.

Tag officer Anisur Rahman confirmed that the wrong papers were supplied by mistake and later corrected. The Upazila Nirbahi Officer, Rakibul Islam, stated he was unaware of the issue but would investigate the matter.

The 2026 Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent examinations began simultaneously across Bangladesh, with 1,425 students absent on the first day under the Cumilla Education Board. The board reported that 146,817 students were registered to take part in the exams across 277 centers in six districts: Cumilla, Chandpur, Brahmanbaria, Noakhali, Feni, and Lakshmipur. The board’s chairman, Professor Shamsul Islam, confirmed the information on Tuesday afternoon.

According to the board, the total number of female candidates is 87,970, while male candidates number 58,847, meaning there are 29,123 more female participants. Officials attributed the higher female participation to increasing involvement and success of girls in education. To prevent cheating, all 277 centers have been placed under CCTV surveillance, and law enforcement presence has been strengthened.

Board officials stated that all necessary preparations were made to ensure a smooth and peaceful examination process. The first day saw a festive atmosphere at centers with the presence of students and guardians, and officials expressed optimism that the exams would continue successfully.

A new luggage wrapping service began operating at the Hajj Camp in Bangladesh on Tuesday, introduced by the Ministry of Religious Affairs to make the pilgrimage process smoother, safer, and more convenient. Hajj Office Director Lokman Hossain said the service will allow pilgrims to have their luggage professionally wrapped, protecting it from damage, tampering, and other travel-related risks. The initiative aims to reduce last-minute difficulties and streamline the travel process for pilgrims.

Religious Affairs Minister Kazi Shah Mofazzal Hossain Kaykobad stated that ensuring a smooth Hajj journey with the highest level of service is a key government priority. He added that Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is closely monitoring services for pilgrims, and the new facility was launched under his guidance. The minister expressed confidence that the service will make the Hajj journey more seamless and comfortable.

Pilgrims have welcomed the government’s initiative, describing it as a timely and necessary step to improve their travel experience.

Dhaka University has issued a recruitment notice for the position of lecturer. According to the announcement, the application process began on April 20, 2026, and will continue until May 10, 2026. Interested candidates can submit their applications either in person or by post within the specified period. The position is permanent, and both male and female candidates are eligible to apply. The workplace will be located in Dhaka.

Applicants must send their applications to the Registrar, Dhaka University, Dhaka-1000. A bank draft or pay order of 750 taka, payable to the Registrar, Dhaka University, must be included with the application as a submission fee. The receipt of the payment must be attached to the application form. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.

The recruitment notice highlights the university’s ongoing efforts to fill academic positions through a transparent and structured process, ensuring equal opportunity for all qualified candidates.

On the first day of this year’s Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent examinations, a total of 25,408 students were absent across 11 education boards on Tuesday. The highest number of absentees was recorded under the Madrasa Education Board, where 11,211 students missed the Dakhil examination. Only six students were expelled nationwide, including four from the Madrasa Board and one each from the Dhaka and Dinajpur boards. The data was presented in a report signed by Professor Dr. Khondoker Ehsanul Kabir, chairman of the Dhaka Board and head of the Inter-Education Board Coordination Committee.

According to the report, under the nine general education boards, 1,122,963 students took part in the Bangla (compulsory) first paper and Easy Bangla first paper exams out of 1,134,853 registered candidates, leaving 11,890 absent. In the Madrasa Board’s Quran Majid and Tajweed exam, 243,692 students participated out of 254,903, while the Technical Education Board saw 2,307 absentees out of 119,250 registered candidates.

This year, a total of 1,857,344 students are participating in the SSC and equivalent exams under 11 boards, including 930,305 boys and 927,039 girls.