Bangladesh Police and ICRC Enhance Collaboration for Training and Disaster Response

Bangladesh's Inspector General of Police seeks intensified FBI cooperation to enhance cyber capabilities against scams, fraud, and misinformation.

Brigadier General (retd) Dr AKM Shamsul Islam emphasizes the importance of international humanitarian law awareness, protection of civilians, and media's role during armed conflicts.

The three-day Basic Assistance and Protection Course for Responders-3 (BAPCOR-3) concluded in Dhaka, aiming to boost the skills of emergency personnel for chemical disasters.

Inspector General of Police Ali Hossain Fakir emphasizes the need for stronger law enforcement to ensure safety and security in Dhaka.

Bangladesh and the UK are stepping up efforts to collaborate on creating skilled manpower and ensuring safe migration for workers.

Prime Minister's Defence Adviser Brigadier General (Retd) Dr AKM Shamsul Islam expressed optimism about further strengthening Bangladesh-Canada defence cooperation through bilateral initiatives.

A preparatory meeting was held to enhance coordination and rapid mobilisation of heavy equipment in case of a major earthquake.

The increasing number of female members in Bangladesh Police is creating a safer environment for survivors of sexual harassment, domestic violence, and repression.

Bangladesh's Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman sought Australia's continued support against human trafficking and irregular migration, emphasizing the need for expanded regular migration opportunities.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has detained 151 individuals in separate operations conducted in the city's Mirpur Model and Tejgaon divisions.

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 Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir today emphasized Bangladesh's desire to 'reset' its relationship with India through direct bilateral engagement.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) saw a significant drop as investor worries over the market's near-term outlook and ongoing crises deepened.

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir emphasized the need for stronger Bangladesh-Pakistan ties, particularly in trade, investment, and education.

The United Nations reports that over 2,000 people have fled to Djibouti due to escalating conflict in Yemen.

A Russian drone reportedly struck a Warsaw-bound train near the Ukrainian-Polish border, causing no casualties.

Former Liverpool playmaker Philippe Coutinho is set to join Neymar at Santos, reuniting the Brazilian duo.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has stated that the company will not go public in 2026 due to safety concerns over artificial intelligence.

Leaders from China, Russia, and India, among others, are meeting at the BRICS summit to discuss economic cooperation and global growth.

China's President Xi Jinping has proposed the creation of an open-source AI zone for BRICS nations.

Chinese President Xi Jinping departed from New Delhi on Sunday following a two-day BRICS summit and talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Iraqi authorities have announced the reopening of three key border crossings with Iran following a drone attack that targeted a Saudi pipeline.

A ship was struck in the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in one death and three injuries, as tensions between Iran and the United States escalate.

Polling stations opened Sunday in Sweden in what is expected to be a close general election that will see either the far right enter government for the first time or the left-wing opposition reclaim power.

A ferry accident in Indonesia resulted in one fatality and the rescue of 102 passengers.

Hong Kong is set to demolish homes and natural areas to build a vast tech hub aimed at economic integration with mainland China.

Nepali hydropower worker Sanjay Sah recounts his harrowing 10-day survival in a flooded tunnel, a rare beacon of hope amid a disaster that claimed over 1,400 lives.

Laos, known as the 'Battery of Southeast Asia,' faces frequent power outages as it exports a significant portion of its electricity to neighboring countries.

South Africa defeated New Zealand 43-28 in the fourth and final Test match to secure a 3-1 series victory.