Explosion in Barishal's Bakerganj Injures Three Family Members

A fire in Bagha Upazila, Rajshahi, has left three families destitute, with estimated losses nearing Tk 50 lakh.

An ambulance at Bagerhat District Sadar Hospital caught fire and exploded, damaging nearby motorcycles but no lives were lost.

Two family members in Charghat Upazila were electrocuted while drying clothes, highlighting safety issues.

A tragic road accident on the Dhaka-Bogura Highway in Bogura has resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including a father and son.

Authorities recovered three bodies from the Shitalakshya River in Narsingdi after four people went missing while bathing.

A tragic incident at a shipbreaking yard in Sitakunda resulted in the deaths of eight workers due to a toxic gas leak from a decommissioned LNG ship.

Authorities in Syria have adjusted the toll for a bus explosion in Jaramana to 14 injured individuals, with no deaths.

A passenger of a CNG-run three-wheeler was killed and another injured after the vehicle crashed into a parked van on the Dhaka-Chattogram Highway in Siddhirganj, Narayanganj.

Following the tragic death of eight workers due to a suspected toxic gas leak at a shipbreaking yard in Chattogram, the government has announced the formation of a probe committee.

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Musleh Uddin Ahmed has vowed to create a safe and peaceful environment in the capital through impartial, professional, and people-oriented policing services.

A 10-day soft skills training program has commenced in Paba upazila to enhance the living standards of marginalized professionals.

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.

Rajshahi Medical College Hospital (RMCH) has successfully performed its first-ever knee replacement surgery, marking a significant milestone for the institution.

US President Donald Trump has attacked what he describes as a'sick conspiracy' against artificial intelligence, rejecting calls for regulation and emphasizing the need for the US to maintain its lead over China in AI development.

Ludek Miklosko, the former West Ham and Czech international goalkeeper, has passed away at the age of 64, leaving behind a legacy of excellence and inspiration.

The United Nations has issued an urgent warning that the critical system delivering humanitarian aid to Sudan is at risk of complete collapse within weeks without immediate additional funding.

Bangladesh allrounder Mehidy Hasan Miraz continued his impressive bowling performance in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), but his side Guyana Amazon Warriors tasted a six-wicket defeat to Barbados Tridents after a batting collapse at Bridgetown.

Stocks in Dhaka extended their losing streak as sharp price falls in large-cap shares intensified selling pressure, highlighting continued market weakness.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has launched a Level One Coaching Course aimed at first class cricketers to enhance their cricket knowledge and prepare for future roles in the game.

NATO chief Mark Rutte condemned Russia's strike on a Warsaw-bound train near Ukraine's border with Poland, vowing increased support for Kyiv.

The government has decided to procure six new liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes to address the increasing energy demand in the country.

The Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution (BSTI) destroyed more than 600 water jars in Motijheel for supplying unhygienic water without quality certification.

Oil prices jumped significantly as Middle East tensions closed a key Saudi pipeline, while tech firms face pressure over rapid AI development.

The Israeli culture minister has called for an investigation into the anonymous military sources featured in the award-winning documentary 'NAZA', which accuses the army of mass civilian killings in Gaza.

Yemen's Houthis launched missile and drone attacks on a Saudi military base, as Iran denied involvement in Yemen's revived civil war.

Finland has decided to join France's forward nuclear deterrence initiative, bolstering European security amidst shifting geopolitical dynamics.

The 13th Asian Tourism Fair (ATF) 2026 will commence in Dhaka on Wednesday, featuring over 200 organizations from 10 countries.

The Trump administration is set to announce the removal of climate pollution limits for coal and gas power plants, reversing rules introduced by the Biden administration.

A boat carrying migrants sank near the Greek island of Gavdos, resulting in one confirmed death and 25 missing individuals.

Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella has announced his intention to challenge recent court orders that have impeded his hardline security policy aimed at combating drug trafficking and guerrilla groups.