State-owned, Islamic Shariah-based, and specialised banks have seen deeper deterioration in their financial positions, whereas private commercial banks and foreign banks remain on firmer ground.
Political parties have stressed their commitment to ensuring press freedom, recognising it as essential for democracy and good governance, and warning that its absence leads to fascism.
The government is working to introduce a law for the protection of journalists, Information and Broadcasting Adviser Mahfuj Alam has said.
The Spring Meetings indicate that the IMF and World Bank are at a crossroads.
Trump has drawn widespread criticism for repeatedly brushing up against constitutional guardrails
The Houthi-run Saba news agency put the blame on "American aggression"
Reporters present during the Bangladesh squad announcement in Mirpur yesterday, ahead of the upcoming T20I series against the UAE and Pakistan, may have felt a strong sense of deja vu.
With the passing of Professor Tony K. Stewart, Gertrude Conaway Vanderbilt Chair in Humanities Emeritus, the field of South Asian religions, and more specifically, premodern Bengali literature, has lost one of its leading lights.
The jail will house "America's most ruthless and violent Offenders", says Trump
The announcement comes as the White House is coming under mounting criticism over its aggressive trade policies
Nine people have died and 70 were hospitalised after strong winds caused boats carrying tourists to capsize at a scenic spot in southwestern China, state media said Monday
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The primary responsibility of national selectors is to identify players capable of fulfilling roles that contribute to the national team’s goals. To do so effectively, the selection panel is expected to attend a significant number of domestic matches. However, questions have emerged over the selection panel’s noticeable absence from matches held at BKSP during the Dhaka Premier League (DPL), the country’s premier 50-over competition.
Lavrov's conversation with Dar took place two days after he spoke with Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar
The newly-constructed building at Chaugachha Upazila Model Hospital in Jashore has remained unused for 18 months, despite being completed at a cost of Tk 38 crore.
BB seeks govt approval to extend deadline
The SCO's flexibility allows rivals to engage without losing face—a vital feature for South Asia’s fractured geopolitics.
With the passing of Professor Tony K. Stewart, Gertrude Conaway Vanderbilt Chair in Humanities Emeritus, the field of South Asian religions, and more specifically, premodern Bengali literature, has lost one of its leading lights.
The country’s flagship textiles and readymade garments (RMG) industries are reeling from a crippling gas crisis, threatening an estimated $70 billion in investments amid mounting global trade uncertainty over new US tariffs.
Rishabh Pant again struggled to a low score as his Lucknow Super Giants team slumped to a fourth defeat in five IPL games, losing by 37 runs to the Punjab Kings on Sunday.
Bayern Munich were crowned German champions for the 34th time on Sunday, giving striker Harry Kane his first major trophy, after second-placed Bayer Leverkusen drew 2-2 at Freiburg.
If the BFF utilises this upsurge in interest from footballers and fans, it could be a game changer for Bangladesh football.
President Vladimir Putin said in remarks published yesterday that Russia had sufficient strength and resources to take the war in Ukraine to its logical conclusion, though he hoped that there would be no need to use nuclear weapons.
Eleven days after gunmen shot 26 people dead in the scenic valley of Baisaran in Indian-administered Kashmir’s Pahalgam, India and Pakistan stand on the brink of a military standoff.
US President Donald Trump said in an interview aired yesterday that he is not seriously considering running for a constitutionally-barred third White House term, after musing publicly over the idea.
Australia’s Labor government will prioritise dealing with the “dark shadow” of the US-China trade war following its resounding re-election victory, Treasurer Jim Chalmers said yesterday, after a campaign that highlighted concerns over US trade policy and the global economy.
Voters have handed Singapore’s long-time ruling party a landslide election victory, offering Prime Minister Lawrence Wong a clear mandate to navigate the trade-orientated Southeast Asian nation through economic upheaval sparked by looming US tariffs.
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.
Often, on my way to the office from Dhanmondi to Mohakhali, I pass through at least three or four major traffic signals -- the stubborn standstill at Dhanmondi 27, the long, impatient pause at...
Dressed casually for his travels, Shah Rukh wore a white T-shirt layered under a grey jacket, paired with denim jeans. Sporting sunglasses and carrying a bag, he was seen warmly greeting fans — offering hugs and handshakes — before making his way to his car.
Bangladeshi cinema has been gradually making way into the Pakistani market, with two previous film releases premiering with English subtitles. This time, the cross-border cultural exchange will deepen as “Jongli” becomes the first Bangladeshi film to be dubbed in Urdu for its release in Pakistan.
Once, they were some of the most popular stars in the country’s showbiz scene—some in films, some in television dramas, others in music. Eventually, they left the country and settled abroad. Among the stars who have moved overseas, most now live in the United States. A few are in Canada, Australia, or London. How are these cultural icons doing in their adopted countries, years after leaving the limelight?
“Adolescence” exposes the dark impact of unregulated internet access on teens, spotlighting how online influencers like Andrew Tate shape young minds. This gripping drama urges parents to engage meaningfully, not digitally delegate parenting.
Thrifting in Bangladesh is gaining popularity for its affordability, sustainability, and unique fashion appeal. Once stigmatized, second-hand shopping now thrives on platforms like Dhaka Thrift, blending climate consciousness, creativity, and smart consumer habits.
They say a creative mind’s thirst for creation never ends, and this is especially true for Rumana Chowdhury.
While some perpetrators were held accountable, institutional responses remained inconsistent and were often shaped by power dynamics.
The signs of such form of exploitation at the workplace are always there.
To many, collections are personal archives. They are reflections of tastes and values, and, to this day, the beauty of those tangible experiences remains.
Once upon a time, in the distant past of 2013, Rockstar Games dropped GTA 5. Since then, babies have become high schoolers, presidents have come and gone, and humanity has basically rewritten reality as a fever dream. We have watched history unfold, tech evolve, and billionaires unhinge, and yet, somehow, no GTA 6.
SpaceX's South Texas rocket facility has been officially incorporated as the city of Starbase after residents overwhelmingly approved the measure in a local vote held this Saturday. The newly formed city, located near the Mexico border, will oversee an area of about 1.5 square miles where SpaceX conducts rocket launches and tests for its NASA and Defense Department contracts, including missions aimed at returning astronauts to the moon and eventually reaching Mars.
Recently, Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) has announced a plan to install air purifiers in 50 spots around the city.
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What does this BBC report indicate? And more broadly speaking, what does the resumption of diplomatic talks between Bangladesh and Pakistan signify?
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The procession marking the Bengali New Year
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.
Due to the ongoing dry season, animals are gathering at an artificial reservoir in front of the Telmachhara Forest Office
Tk 104 for diesel and kerosene, Tk 121 for petrol, and Tk 125 for octane
