34 Detained in Anti-Crime Raids in Uttara West and Jatrabari

Eminent academician, writer, researcher, and President of Bangla Academy Professor Abul Kashem Fazlul Haq passed away today at a hospital in Mirpur, Dhaka.

A land trader in Khulna has been sentenced to one year's rigorous imprisonment and fined Tk 81.50 lakh for a cheque dishonour case.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman called on the President Guard Regiment (PGR) to ensure security measures do not create a barrier between the head of government and the public.

Forest guards arrested four individuals in the Sundarbans for allegedly poaching deer and harvesting crabs illegally.

The Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase (CCGP) has approved the import of 75,000 tonnes of muriate of potash (MOP) fertilizer from Russia and Canada.

Police in Narayanganj have arrested Sohan, alias 'Jungi Sohan', a notorious dacoit wanted in 19 cases.

Eight government officials in Narsingdi, including the Assistant Commissioner (Land) of Narsingdi Sadar Upazila, have been served show-cause notices for being absent from their offices during a surprise inspection.

Mymensingh Zila Parishad has announced a Tk 39.83 crore budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, aiming for comprehensive development and public welfare.

Social Welfare Minister Abu Zafar Md. Zahid Hossain emphasized that women's empowerment is essential for building climate-resilient societies in Bangladesh.

A shop in Rajshahi was fined Tk 4,000 by the Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution (BSTI) for selling cakes, pastries, and foreign chocolates without proper approval.

City Mayor Dr. Shahadat Hossain emphasizes the need for collective action to counter malicious attempts obstructing the city's development.

Oxfam has launched 'Bridge to Bangladesh,' a digital platform designed to connect the global Bangladeshi diaspora with the country's development priorities.

Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury emphasized the need to enhance the institutional capacity, professional independence, and credibility of the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS) to support evidence-based policymaking.

Bangladesh Bank has unveiled export incentives for 43 sectors to enhance the country's export performance and competitiveness.

The Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority (BEZA) has signed land lease agreements with Golden Oil Mills Limited and Delta API Limited to establish new manufacturing units at the National Special Economic Zone (NSEZ).

The government has launched an initiative to attract private and foreign investment into 44 underutilized state-owned enterprises (SOEs), spanning over 10,000 acres of industrial land.

England and Mexico are set to clash in a highly anticipated World Cup round-of-16 match at the iconic Estadio Azteca on Sunday.

Syria announces the anticipated visit of French President Emmanuel Macron, marking the first by a Western European head of state since 2024.

Bangladesh's Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman expressed profound condolences and reiterated solidarity with Iran following the death of its Supreme Leader.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) climbed nearly 44 points as renewed investor confidence and sustained buying interest drove broad-based gains across most sectors.

Industries Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir directs BSCIC to increase the CMSME sector's economic contribution beyond 60%.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) experienced a strong recovery in the 2025–26 fiscal year, with all major indices posting double-digit gains and trading activity increasing substantially.

Local Government Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir hopes for stronger ties with Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

Israel has appointed its first-ever resident ambassador to Slovenia, marking a significant diplomatic reset following the change of government in Ljubljana.

Israel has named its first-ever resident ambassador to Slovenia, marking a significant diplomatic reset following a change in Ljubljana's government.

Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah, known as 'Balen', has marked 100 days in office with swift reforms but remains an elusive public figure.

Pakistan has replaced Shan Masood with Babar Azam as Test captain for the upcoming tours of the West Indies and England.

Yemen's Houthi rebels have killed 14 government troops in an attack near Hodeidah, reigniting conflict fears.

China and Russia will hold their annual joint naval exercises this month, conducting patrols in unspecified areas of the Pacific Ocean, according to Beijing's defence ministry.

Afghanistan's once-thriving car trade has come to a standstill due to regional conflicts and border closures.