Air Force F7 jet crashes in Uttara

Classes begin at Milestone

Milestone School and College in Uttara resumed its academic activities for the students of class nine to twelve yesterday following the July 21 deadly air force jet crash.

Milestone reopens partially after 12 days to heal grieving hearts

No classes or examinations will be held for now

Milestone tragedy: Death toll 34 as another student dies

Another student who sustained severe burns in the July 21 jet crash at Milestone School and College in the capital’s Uttara died early yesterday.

Govt forms commission to probe Milestone jet crash

The probe commission will examine the cause of the tragic crash, assess damage and casualties, determine the responsibilities

Health ministry revises air force jet crash death toll to 34

48 individuals injured in the crash are still undergoing treatment in various hospitals

Milestone tragedy: 2 more die of burn injuries

The total number of deaths from the jet crash now stands at 35

Reaction / What not to post during a national tragedy

In moments of national crisis, instead of silence or responsible support, we see people racing to post

Confusion over Milestone death toll is unacceptable

Timely, coordinated communication vital to dispel rumours

We need a revival of our conscience

Politicians descended upon the hospitals in droves. And no, they did not come alone. They brought their entourages and photographers, hungry for headlines and votes.

July 26, 2025
July 26, 2025

What not to post during a national tragedy

In moments of national crisis, instead of silence or responsible support, we see people racing to post

July 24, 2025
July 24, 2025

Confusion over Milestone death toll is unacceptable

Timely, coordinated communication vital to dispel rumours

July 24, 2025
July 24, 2025

We need a revival of our conscience

Politicians descended upon the hospitals in droves. And no, they did not come alone. They brought their entourages and photographers, hungry for headlines and votes.

July 24, 2025
July 24, 2025

State to honour two teachers killed in Milestone jet crash

The decision was made at a regular meeting of the advisory council held this morning at the CA Office

July 24, 2025
July 24, 2025

Milestone tragedy: 13 fighting for life in ICUs

Thirteen people, mostly children, were fighting for their lives in Intensive Care Units (ICUs) of hospitals yesterday, three days after a jet crashed into Milestone School & College in Uttara’s Diabari.

July 23, 2025
July 23, 2025

Milestone forms committee to determine the exact number of casualties

The committee, led by the principal, has been asked to submit its report within three working days

July 23, 2025
July 23, 2025

What led to the Milestone tragedy?

The public deserves transparency that the root causes of the crash are being addressed.

July 23, 2025
July 23, 2025

DNA samples required to identify 6 bodies at CMH

Says health ministry; Families of missing children urged to visit CID HQ and submit samples

July 23, 2025
July 23, 2025

Grief gives way to rage at Milestone

Grief, sorrow, and collective rage gripped the capital yesterday as people tried to come to terms with the one of the worst aviation disasters in the country’s history.

July 23, 2025
July 23, 2025

From chirps to silence

The acrid stench of charred wood and melted plastic still clung to the air as onlookers gathered around the Milestone School and College building in Uttara’s Diabari.