Bangladesh to Conduct First-Ever Nationwide Vessel Census from August 20-29

A tragic head-on collision between a passenger bus and a sand-laden truck in Chandpur's Shahrashti upazila has resulted in three fatalities and 15 injuries.

Authorities in Natore have reclaimed 1.37 acres of government land, valued at approximately Tk 14 crore, after it was unlawfully occupied for 35 years.

State Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Shaikh Faridul Islam announced the government's ambitious plan to save 25 crore trees over the next five years.

The Traffic Division of Dhaka Metropolitan Police filed 915 cases against vehicles emitting black smoke during July.

The High Court in Bangladesh initiates the hearing on the death sentence and appeal against the conviction in the harrowing case of eight-year-old Asiya's rape and murder.

Police conducted special operations in Dhaka, resulting in the arrest of 25 individuals and the capture of a snatcher with public assistance.

In a meeting with bus-truck owners, the Deputy Inspector General of Rajshahi Range addressed key transport challenges.

The Khulna Development Authority convened a public consultation in Bagerhat, seeking community input on its services and master plan for regional development.

The Bagerhat Zilla Parishad initiated a tree plantation drive in Kachua, emphasizing environmental protection and climate change mitigation.

To enhance security and combat crime, Bagerhat police have established special checkposts on major routes, emphasizing public safety.

A 14-year-old schoolgirl, abducted and harassed by a local man, has been rescued by Rapid Action Battalion-13 in Gaibandha.

Residents of Pankhali village in Khulna's Dakop upazila have welcomed the government's declaration of their village as a Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Village.

BNP senior joint secretary general Ruhul Kabir Rizvi asserts that any attempts to diminish the glory of Bangladesh's 1971 Liberation War and the spirit of independence are doomed to fail.

A preparatory meeting was held in Rajshahi to ensure the smooth organization of the Regional SME Product Fair, aiming to boost local entrepreneurship.

Singapore has raised its GDP growth forecast for 2026 to between 4.5% and 5.5% due to stronger-than-expected AI-related global demand.

Vietnam's VinSpace has announced a partnership with SpaceX to launch its first satellites in 2027, marking a significant step in the country's space ambitions.

Medical experts emphasize the importance of hydration and rest for dengue patients to aid recovery.

Visa President for Asia-Pacific Stephen Karpin calls on Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to discuss investment opportunities and digital payment systems.

Airbus is sending experts to New Delhi to assist in the investigation of an Air India flight that experienced a sudden loss of altitude, injuring 17 people.

Dozens of Indonesian schools have been closed due to hazardous air quality from widespread wildfires.

Parliament convenes today to discuss the final preparations for the upcoming presidential election, set for August 20.

Bangladesh has requested New Zealand's support for its Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) membership, a three-year extension of its LDC graduation period, and a bilateral Free Trade Agreement (FTA).

Rajshahi Cadet College has achieved a 100 percent GPA-5 rate in the SSC examinations for 17 consecutive years.

ASEAN missions in Bangladesh pledge to strengthen ties, highlighting mutual benefits and potential for growth.

US officials discuss energy market stability and financial mechanisms with Venezuela's interim president amid ongoing political turmoil.

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order pushing for a rethink of school vaccine mandates and the separation of the MMR vaccine.

The return of displaced Syrian Kurds to Ras al-Ain has been temporarily suspended following attacks on returnees.

A series of explosions rocked Kyiv early Tuesday morning, underscoring the intensifying missile threats facing Ukraine.

US President Donald Trump has voiced his support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino, criticizing any consideration of his replacement.

The US government has pledged $15.5 million in emergency aid to support Colombia in the aftermath of a devastating earthquake.