Bangladesh Conducts First Nationwide Boat Census to Enhance Water Transport Safety

Bangladesh is set to conduct its first-ever Vessel Census 2026 from August 20 to 29 to build a safer and more efficient inland water transport system.

Cultural Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury said the government is working to advance the country through proper management of water resources and development of canals and wetlands.

The government has set a target to increase the number of green-certified ship recycling yards in the country to more than 100 from the existing around 31, Industries, Commerce and Textiles and Jute Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir announced.

Bangladesh's Water Resources Minister has announced plans to create a safe, sustainable, and climate-resilient water management system for future generations.

Bangladesh Shipping Minister Sheikh Rabiul Alam has directed authorities to resolve visa and transit problems faced by Bangladeshi seafarers abroad.

Acting President Hafiz Uddin Ahmad has emphasized the need for collective efforts from all stakeholders to sustainably develop Bangladesh's fisheries sector.

The government is set to introduce the 'National Tourism Policy 2026' to foster the development of tourism destinations nationwide.

A collaborative effort by the Chattogram Port Authority, Bangladesh Navy, and Coast Guard aims to prevent illegal activities in the port's outer anchorage and the Karnaphuli Channel.

Bangladesh is set to install at least three new submarine cables over the next three to five years to meet the rising data demand, with data from 29 key government installations currently being routed through Bangladesh Submarine Cables PLC.

The Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) is expected to receive approval from the Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (ECNEC) this week for a 442-megawatt (MW) grid-connected solar power project at Rampal in Bagerhat.

RAB-13 has recovered 17 rounds of abandoned bullets and cartridges from a pond in Rangpur.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today called upon the country’s youth to join hands in rebuilding the state and combating dengue, saying their collective strength and determination can bring about meaningful change in the country.

The upazila administration has seized around 670 sacks of different types of fertilizer from a trader's house in Durgapur upazila of Rajshahi district.

Water Resources Minister Shahiduddin Chowdhury Anee announced that Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will inaugurate the construction of the Padma Barrage between January and March 2027.

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir urged the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) to take decisive action against corrupt individuals, regardless of their power, status, or influence.

The Jatiya Sangsad has passed the Special Response Battalion (SRB) Bill, 2026, effectively abolishing the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) and establishing a new Special Response Battalion.

Shipping Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam assures that all illegally occupied land at Chattogram port will be recovered within the next two months.

Police arrested 56 people in a special drive across different areas under the Dhaka Metropolitan Police’s Tejgaon division on Sunday.

Additional Attorney General Mohammad Abdul Jabber Bhuiyan has resigned from his post citing personal reasons.

Authorities in Bagerhat have taken steps to resume and complete the construction of the Laxmikhali Bridge, bringing hope to thousands of residents.

State Minister for Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Md Nurul Haque assured the Jatiya Sangsad that the government is working intensively to resolve the problems faced by Bangladeshi expatriate workers.

A nationwide T20 cricket tournament will be held in memory of late Arafat Rahman Koko, aiming to unearth cricketers from remote areas.

A nationwide T20 cricket tournament will be held in memory of late Arafat Rahman Koko to discover talent from remote areas.

Karnaphuli Export Processing Zone (KEPZ) has marked two decades of success with exports surpassing $14 billion.

Bangladesh is keen to play a bilateral T20I series against Nepal next year despite a busy schedule, with both boards actively discussing the possibility.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board's Integrity Unit, led by independent chair Alex Marshall, is intensifying efforts to eradicate corruption within the country's cricket ecosystem.

Leaders from the BRICS nations, including China, Russia, and India, have called for 'maximum restraint' in the ongoing Middle East conflict during a summit in New Delhi.

Deputy Inspector General of Rangpur Range Police Mohammad Abdul Mabud underscores the crucial role of teachers in society and education.

Donald Trump's comments on Irish reunification during his visit to Dublin have stirred political debate.

Jatiya Sangsad Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmad accused Sheikh Hasina of being the mastermind behind enforced disappearances and killings during her tenure.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met with UAE Crown Prince Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in New Delhi, discussing regional tensions and ongoing Middle East conflicts.

Bangladesh is participating in the ‘Ready to Show’ fair in Milan, Italy, with 14 companies from the apparel, textile, and leather sectors.

A team of students from Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology (RUET) is participating in the 'Bangladesh Innovation Fair-2026' with seven innovative ideas.

The PRAN-RFL Group has officially inaugurated a Zero Discharge Plant at its Habiganj Industrial Park, marking a significant step towards sustainable industrial practices.

The Bangladesh Chamber of Industries (BCI) held a workshop to train entrepreneurs and professionals on the Public Procurement Act, Public Procurement Rules, and the e-GP system.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for an end to the ongoing Middle East war, stating it does not serve the common interests of the international community.

State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj today announced plans to harmonise the curricula of Bangla and English medium education to elevate Bangladesh's education system to global standards.

Yemen's government forces, backed by Riyadh, have launched attacks on Houthi fighters in the crucial Red Sea city of Mocha.

Russia will send officials to a G20 energy meeting in Houston next week, amid ongoing efforts to end the Ukraine conflict.