BGB sends protest note to BSF; border on high alert
Bangladesh has cleared $1.88 billion ACU payment for March-April imports
The fighting came 2 weeks after New Delhi blamed Islamabad for backing an attack in Indian-administered Kashmir
No pope has been elected on the first day of a conclave for centuries
Rapid Action Battalion (Rab) has arrested the driver of a passenger bus that continued to travel for several kilometres despite its roof being torn off in a series of collisions on the Dhaka-Mawa Expressway in Sreenagar upazila of Munshiganj on April 17
The Shahzadpur Kacharibari, a mansion within Rabindranath Tagore's ancestral estate in Sirajganj, continues to preserve the legacy of the Nobel Laureate poet
A man was killed and two of his children were injured in a clash over goat grazing in Narsingdi’s Sadar upazila today
A meeting chaired by shipping adviser unanimously fixed the new rate
Chief of Air Staff of Bangladesh Air Force Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan left Dhaka for Italy today on an official visit, according to an ISPR press release
Yunus thanks UAE for visa resumption, welcomes investment proposals
Inspector General of Police Baharul Alam today said that Superintendents of Police in border districts have been instructed to remain alert so that the ongoing India-Pakistan conflict does not pose any threat to Bangladesh's internal security
Bangladeshi archers delivered a moderate performance in the Hyundai Archery World Cup Stage-2, as Abdur Rahman Alif, Sagor Islam, and Ram Krishna Saha finished in 39th, 52nd, and 53rd places, respectively, among 91 participants in the qualification round of the Individual Recurve event in Shanghai, China, today.
A special purpose vehicle will be formed for the development and operation of the plant
A Dhaka court today ordered the Anti-Corruption Commission to freeze all shares of 94 companies owned by Salman F Rahman, his wife Syeda Rubaba Rahman, their son Ahmed Shayan Fazlur Rahman, Salman's elder brother Ahmed Sohail Fasihur Raman and his son Ahmed Shahriar Rahman
The High Court is set to deliver its verdict on the death references and appeals of the 2001 Ramna Batamul blast case tomorrow
It is too early, and rather preliminary, to conclude that India-Pakistan tensions have escalated to a “war.”
Eruption of fighting between India and Pakistan deeply worrying
The incumbent India Test captain has called time on his career in the longest format.
Barcelona's dreams of a Champions League, Copa del Rey and LaLiga treble have vanished after Inter Milan roared back from the brink of elimination to grab a phenomenal 7-6 aggregate win and end the Spaniards' European campaign in the semi-final.
If the BFF utilises this upsurge in interest from footballers and fans, it could be a game changer for Bangladesh football.
BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman has condemned the military attacks in a neighbouring country, expressing condolences to the families of the victims
The 34 army and BGP personnel had crossed into Bangladesh and taken shelter in Naikhongchhari of Bandarban between December 9 last year and January 12 this year
The girl was found dead around 10:00am today at her home
Thousands of supporters thronged on the side of the roads and highways
Foreign adviser reiterates support for peace, urges both sides to engage in diplomacy
A multisensory exhibition, titled “Where the Spirit Meets the Bone”, is currently on display at Satori Academy of Arts in the capital’s Banani. This striking exhibit attempts to explore the many...
Once upon a time in Dhaka, telephone operators and postmen were the most revered service providers, especially for a young adult in love or an elderly parent residing in any mufassil town.
The joyous atmosphere of Eid tends to bring with it the excitement of big-screen blockbusters, and this Eid-ul-Azha is no exception. As theatres continue screening films from Eid-ul-Fitr, producers and directors are shifting focus toward the next festive release window. Several high-profile titles are preparing to hit cinemas during Eid-ul-Azha, with some already generating significant buzz through posters, social media promotions, and star-studded casts.
Celebrated composer and singer Emon Chowdhury and his band Bengal Symphony are all set to represent Bangladesh at the Osaka Expo 2025
The 71-year-old actor, who made his cinematic debut under the legendary Mrinal Sen in the early 1980s, has acted in just 27 films in 45 years, while simultaneously carving out a celebrated career as a singer.
The 2025 Met Gala celebrated Black sartorial excellence with the theme “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” Celebrities like Shahrukh Khan, Lewis Hamilton, and Diljit Dosanjh redefined menswear through cultural pride, luxury tailoring, and dandy flair.
Azra Mahmood secures the Miss World Bangladesh 2025 license and appoints Aklima Atika Konika as the nation’s representative for Miss World in India, highlighting her international experience and empowering leadership through AMTC.
Zone 2 cardio, like brisk walking, boosts fat burning, heart health, and mood by training at 60–70% of max heart rate. It enhances metabolism, energy, and cortisol balance without intense strain, supporting sustainable fitness.
They issue a four-point demand, with the immediate release of the draft voter list as a key priority
While some perpetrators were held accountable, institutional responses remained inconsistent and were often shaped by power dynamics.
Teaching someone the collective responsibility of keeping a city clean feels like trying to empty the Buriganga with a teacup.
Startup Bangladesh Limited (SBL), the government-backed venture capital arm of the ICT Division, has announced a strategic investment in Shikho, an EdTech startup, in a move aimed at accelerating the adoption of AI-driven learning tools across Bangladesh on May 7.
OpenAI plans to significantly decrease the revenue share it provides to Microsoft, its largest investor, according to a report by The Information. Currently, OpenAI shares 20% of its revenue with Microsoft under an agreement that runs through 2030, but this share is expected to drop to 10% or lower by the end of the decade, states the report.
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Madaripur Sadar UNO Wadia Shabab confirmed that the tree had been partially cut
The High Court yesterday directed the Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority to form a monitoring committee for taking effective steps to prevent factories from discharging waste into Shitalakkhya River and to submit a compliance report in two weeks.
New erosion has been reported in the Padma Bridge project area, putting the main protection embankment at Naowdoba in Shariatpur’s Jajira end at risk.
Major 7.5-magnitude earthquake strikes off the coast of South America
The calf died of a viral infection, says park in-charge
During May, normal flow is expected in the major rivers of the country
Dhaka has ranked third on the list of cities with the worst air quality with an AQI score of 162 this morning
A female elephant that had sustained injuries was released in the forest under Madhutila Range area in Sherpur after it was treated by forest officials.
