Kaptai Dam Opens 16 Spillways to Manage Rising Water Levels

LGRD Minister Dr. Abdul Moyeen Khan hopes for increased Chinese cooperation in infrastructure, port management, waste management, and renewable energy.

The court has set September 30 as the new deadline for submitting the investigation report in the high-profile murder case of journalist couple Sagar Sarowar and Meherun Runi.

State Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Shaikh Faridul Islam emphasizes the importance of proper care and preservation of saplings to ensure the success of the government's tree plantation programme.

A probe committee has found that mismanagement, not power outages, caused the recent large-scale fish deaths at AF Fish Farm in Jashore.

Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Choudhury today handed over government assistance to families of five Bangladeshi expatriates who were killed in a road accident in Qatar on June 21.

Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Abdul Awal Mintoo has urged for the inclusion of local communities in rangeland protection and sustainable land management.

BNP Acting Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi emphasized Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman's initiatives for children's mental and physical development as essential for national progress.

Rangpur Metropolitan Police Commissioner Mr. Mohammad Abdul Mabud met with injured July fighters and martyrs' families to address their concerns and offer assistance.

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has filed 2,383 cases for traffic law violations in the last 24 hours, aiming to enforce discipline on the city's roads.

Chiefs of the Army, Navy, and Air Force paid a courtesy call on President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir at Bangabhaban.

Environmental activists and civil society leaders in Netrakona demand strict enforcement of the 'Natural Water Reservoir Conservation Act, 2000' to preserve wetlands and prevent environmental degradation.

The Cabinet has approved a draft law that expands the authorities of the Armed Police Battalion (APBn) to combat serious crimes.

Transfer talks between Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain over an Anfield move for Bradley Barcola are reportedly on the right track.

Sri Lanka's Sonal Dinusha scored a remarkable 133 not out to secure a draw in the second Test against India, though India won the two-match series 1-0.

A workshop was held to strengthen social protection for workers in Bangladesh's readymade garment sector.

Bangladesh has experienced a significant 22.3 percent increase in workers' remittances during the first 26 days of August 2026.

Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman has assured that there is no reason for other countries or communities to be concerned if the Mecca Pact is expanded.

Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) President Taskeen Ahmed urged businesses to use automated revenue management systems and digital services for better tax compliance.

The 2nd Embassy Indoor Games, featuring representatives from 26 diplomatic missions and organizations, will commence tomorrow at International School Dhaka.

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today urged the Bangladesh Election Commission (EC) to uphold its image and public trust by ensuring all upcoming elections are held in a free, fair, and impartial manner.

Bangladesh has initiated sending essential relief supplies to Nepal to assist those impacted by recent catastrophic landslides and floods.

Bangladesh Bank has introduced a new policy allowing authorised dealers to issue foreign-currency guarantees for foreign firms involved in local projects.

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian is scheduled to meet with Russia's Vladimir Putin during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit next week in Kyrgyzstan.

Germany has recorded a staggering 15,800 heat-related deaths this summer amid extreme heatwaves across Europe.

A cable car accident in the French Alps has left 23 people injured, with three in critical condition.

Catastrophic flooding and landslides on the Nepal-Tibet border have killed at least 180 people and left hundreds missing.

Lake Mead, America's largest reservoir, shows stark signs of climate change, threatening water supply and electricity generation for millions.

North Korea has condemned the US decision to sell tactical missiles to South Korea and fund human rights monitoring projects, vowing a 'powerful response' to what it describes as Washington's hostile actions.

Families are desperately searching for missing loved ones after devastating floods struck the Nepal-Tibet border, killing at least 165 people.

Rescue teams are racing against time to find more than 1,300 people missing after flash floods and landslides struck the Nepal-Tibet border, killing at least 165.