Border Guard Bangladesh Seizes 246,000 Yaba Tablets in Bandarban Operation

Rangpur Metropolitan Police arrested a man with a large quantity of counterfeit bidi bandrolls, underscoring the city's ongoing battle against illegal manufacturing.

The Supreme Court of Bangladesh has announced new operational hours for its Appellate and High Court Divisions starting August 11.

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

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman emphasizes the need to rebuild Bangladesh, aligning national development plans with the Sustainable Development Goals.

Khulna Range Deputy Inspector General of Police Md Mostafizur Rahman emphasized the police force's commitment to impartiality, free from political influence.

A tragic head-on collision between a bus and a pickup van on the Dhaka-Sylhet highway in Habiganj claimed three lives and left several others seriously injured.

A tragic accident in Kurigram's Buridah River resulted in the death of one fisherman and injuries to five others when a fallen electric wire caused electrocution.

A bakery in Rajshahi was fined Tk 10,000 for operating without BSTI approval and using unhygienic practices.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman launched three pilot villages as SDG Villages, aiming to expedite the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.

Khulna Metropolitan Police Commissioner Md Sazzadur Rahman rewarded traffic police officers and personnel for their commendable performance and dedication.

The government distributed fertilizers, seeds, and other inputs to 1,500 farmers in Jhenaidah to support summer onion cultivation.

Customs intelligence officials seized 1,812 grams of gold, including 14 gold bars, near Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka.

Labour and Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury anticipates the announcement of the election schedule for the Bangladesh Tea Workers’ Union by August 30.

Fast bowler Taskin Ahmed emphasizes Bangladesh's determination to excel in their inaugural Test tour to Australia.

Health officials report a sharp increase in dengue cases, with 726 new infections recorded in the past 24 hours.

Opener Jisan Alam's explosive 19-ball fifty led Bangladesh High Performance to a seven-wicket victory over Malaysia, sealing a 2-0 series win.

Bangladesh opener Tanzid Hasan Tamim has been nominated for the ICC Player of the Month award for July, following an impressive performance during the Zimbabwe tour.

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon emphasized the critical role of the United States in Bangladesh's economic progress.

Bangladesh Bank has set the Interchange Reimbursement Fee (IRF) at zero percent for Bangla QR transactions, aiming to lower costs for merchants and accelerate the country's digital payment shift.

The government plans to roll out a comprehensive IT ecosystem in primary schools, starting with the 'One Teacher, One Tablet' initiative.

Poland's Vistula River has reached a historic low in Warsaw, mirroring a record set earlier this year during a series of European heatwaves.

During a health inspection in Tangail, two clinics were fined a combined Tk 40,000 for violations.

Egypt's ambassador to Bangladesh has expressed keen interest in strengthening industrial and investment ties with Bangladesh.

The recent Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent exams have revealed a significant failure rate, impacting students' educational paths.

At least 13 people were killed in the northern Philippines due to floods, landslides, and accidents caused by heavy rains.

Bangladesh's remittance inflow surged by 69.2% in the first nine days of August 2026, reaching $1.142 billion.

The Jashore Education Board announced a 66.27% pass rate in the SSC results, with a drop in GPA-5 achievers and an increase in schools with no successful candidates.

BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi emphasizes the necessity of changing political mindsets to bolster democracy in Bangladesh.

Bangladesh Bank has authorized the use of designated international cards for tuition payments and other education expenses for Bangladeshi students studying abroad.

Bangladesh Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed emphasizes the need for a fresh start in Bangladesh-India relations, highlighting mutual cooperation and dialogue.