investigation-committee

A specialist team inspected the ballast tank area of the MT Rasi where workers died after being exposed to toxic gas. The team collected samples of soil, air and chemicals from the site on Tuesday. However, no hydrogen sulfide was found there at present. Preliminary observations suggest that a small section of the ballast tank was being cut last Friday. Toxic gas escaped through the cut section, exposing the workers. Nine workers died and at least 10 others were injured. The specialized...

The University of Dhaka (DU) has formed a three member high level committee to review the overall issues concerning several of its teachers who have been accused of engaging in clandestine activities against the state and to determine the course of action and provide recommendations. Professor Dr. Abdus Salam, Pro Vice Chancellor (Education) of the university, has been appointed convener of the committee. The other two members are Professor Dr. Md. Mofazzal Hossain, Dean of the Faculty of...