Bangladesh Braces for Heavy Rain; Cox's Bazar Records Highest Rainfall

Khulna police arrested a man with 4,000 yaba tablets in an operation following a tip-off.

The Rapid Action Battalion seized 349 bottles of counterfeit cough syrup in Lalmonirhat, acting on a tip-off.

Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy has launched a digital database to promote a healthy cultural environment by cataloging artists, writers, and poets nationwide.

Social Welfare Minister Dr AZM Zahid Hossain emphasizes the need for swift decision-making and implementation to achieve the SDGs.

A collaborative effort by the Chattogram Port Authority, Bangladesh Navy, and Coast Guard aims to prevent illegal activities in the port's outer anchorage and the Karnaphuli Channel.

The government is expanding its digital justice initiative by introducing the e-Bail Bond system in 12 additional districts, following its successful implementation in 16 districts.

Prime Minister's Adviser Dr. Mahdi Amin says the administrative and infrastructural problems accumulated over the past 16 years cannot be fully resolved within just five or six months.

State Minister for Environment, Forests and Climate Change Shaikh Faridul Islam emphasized the need to evaluate the health impacts of development projects, in addition to their environmental effects.

A young man was apprehended by Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) in Jashore while attempting to smuggle a gold bar valued at Taka 25.62 lakh.

Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Abdul Awal Mintoo emphasized the need for collective efforts to ensure a safe future for elephants.

The State Minister for Power, Energy, and Mineral Resources, Aninda Islam Amit, has assured that the government is making all-out efforts to alleviate the ongoing gas and electricity crisis in Bangladesh.

A low-pressure area over the North Bay has prompted maritime ports in Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, Mongla, and Payra to hoist cautionary signal number three.

Despite a lackluster 2026 season, Aryna Sabalenka remains optimistic as she prepares for the Cincinnati Open.

Afghanistan set a new ODI record of 343-9, clinching the series against Ireland with a game to spare.

Lionel Messi, mourning the loss of his father, returns to Inter Miami and is ready to play against Leon in the Leagues Cup.

An AH-64E Apache helicopter based at Fort Hood crashed in Salado, Texas, resulting in the deaths of two soldiers.

Venezuela's interim leader, Delcy Rodriguez, announced that public sector workers will work every other day to manage the nation's energy crisis.

Spain experienced its first total solar eclipse in over a century, plunging parts of the country into darkness and drawing massive crowds.

Voters in the Cook Islands cast their ballots in a pivotal election that will determine the nation's future relations with China and its approach to deep-sea mining.

Thirty-five Mauritanians returned home from Mali on Wednesday, alleging they were tortured during their detention, sparking national attention.

Venezuela's interim government and opposition representatives concluded their first round of talks aimed at reconciling the nation following the ouster of Nicolas Maduro.

President Volodymyr Zelensky has requested 5% of the US Patriot stocks to help Ukraine survive the winter and counter Russian missile strikes.

Colombia has authorized joint military operations with the United States to combat drug trafficking, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced.

Voters in eastern England's Clacton head to the polls for a by-election triggered by hard-right Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, with his main rival being a joke candidate called Count Binface.

Seoul's tech sector spearheaded gains across Asian stocks as traders reacted positively to slowing US inflation, easing fears of imminent Federal Reserve rate hikes.

The National Moon-Sighting Committee will gather tomorrow to determine the date of Eid-e-Miladunnabi, marking the birth of Prophet Muhammad (SAW).

The Faculty of Social Sciences at Dhaka University held a comprehensive workshop to guide lecturers and assistant professors on modern academic practices.

Bangladesh Bank has terminated the contract of Chief Economist Dr. Mohammad Akhtar Hossain earlier than expected.

Khulna City Corporation is rolling out a major initiative to control the spread of dengue in specific high-risk areas.

Japan has invited Bangladesh's Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to visit Tokyo, as both countries agreed to strengthen their strategic partnership, focusing on trade, investment, energy, security, and skilled manpower.