Road Accident in Dhaka's Bijoy Sarani Claims One Life

Today marks the 122nd birth anniversary of Syed Mujtaba Ali, a renowned Bengali writer, journalist, linguist, and a key figure in the Bengali language movement.

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.

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

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.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange experienced a rebound today as bargain hunting returned across the board, driven by improved investor confidence following recent assurances from the Prime Minister.

National Test captain Nazmul Hossain Shanto emphasizes the Bangladesh Premier League's (BPL) importance in providing opportunities for young players.

With the Ballon d'Or voting closing in, top football stars are aggressively campaigning for the prestigious award.

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has warned of the most serious and sustained trade disruptions in living memory, with potential severe economic consequences.

Russia has called for space to remain free of weapons following the US deployment of 'on-orbit space control weapons'.

The Kremlin has welcomed US President Donald Trump's proposal for a truce between Russia and Ukraine on striking energy targets.

Nearly five million people in Bihar, India, are grappling with the aftermath of severe flooding, as authorities work to provide essential aid and relief.

NATO fighter jets shot down a drone over Lithuania, highlighting heightened security concerns on the alliance's eastern flank amid Russia's ongoing war with Ukraine.

Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen visited BNP Acting Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi to discuss strengthening bilateral ties.

US President Donald Trump dismissed fears about the dangers of artificial intelligence, calling them a hoax and rejecting global calls for AI regulation.

Dr Zubaida Rahman, Vice-President of Ziaur Rahman Foundation, emphasizes the need for a supportive environment for children to develop their talents and realize their full potential through quality education, healthcare, sports, and opportunities to engage with nature.

Most Asian stock markets faced declines as oil prices surged and investors anticipated a Federal Reserve interest rate hike, though tech firms saw a slight recovery.

Bangladesh women's national football team captain Maria Manda stressed the need to improve performance and work harder ahead of their second Group F match against Korea Republic at the 20th Asian Games.

China's retail sales growth in August marked the slowest pace since May, signaling ongoing challenges in domestic spending.

Candidates in Berlin's state election are focusing on the city's deteriorating public spaces and infrastructure as key campaign issues.

The European Space Agency has successfully launched two advanced Earth observation satellites to monitor climate change and extreme weather events.

A recent report by the US Defense Department's inspector general reveals a significant munitions shortfall due to the ongoing war in Iran.

Saudi Arabia has warned it will react 'firmly' to attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels, following a series of assaults that wounded 13 civilians.