Police Execute Special Operations in Paltan and Tejgaon, Detain Multiple Individuals

Bangladesh and China have pledged to collaborate on water resource management, emphasizing mutual knowledge exchange and technological cooperation.

Disaster Management and Relief Minister Asadul Habib Dulu underscored the Teesta master plan's significance in ensuring the northern region's prosperity and disaster resilience.

Bangladesh's Water Resources Minister has announced plans to create a safe, sustainable, and climate-resilient water management system for future generations.

Paltan police have arrested 13 individuals in a targeted operation aimed at curbing crime in Dhaka's Paltan area.

The Wazirpur upazila administration in Barishal has returned Tk 60,82,403 in unspent funds from a canal re-excavation project to the government treasury after completing the work, earning praise from local residents and political leaders.

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

Dhaka Deputy Commissioner Farida Khanom highlights the critical role of women in achieving balanced and sustainable development.

Fishing in Kaptai Lake, Bangladesh's largest artificial lake, resumes after a 105-day ban to aid fish breeding.

In July 2026, the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) conducted extensive operations resulting in the seizure of smuggled goods valued at over Tk 202.63 crore.

Bangladesh Permanent Representative to the UN, Irene Khan, has called on the international community to strengthen support for the country's efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and transition from the Least Developed Country (LDC) category.

The government plans to establish new food godowns in three hill districts to ensure uninterrupted food supply amid natural disasters and emergencies.

Police arrested a man in Shahjahanpur for allegedly strangling his wife to death after a history of marital disputes.

Bangladesh's Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman conveyed his deepest sympathies to Colombia following a catastrophic earthquake.

Trump Media & Technology Group has announced the first sales for early access to US President Donald Trump's posts on Truth Social, generating controversy and financial updates.

Liberation War Affairs Minister Ahmed Azam Khan today called on the opposition to play a responsible role and avoid violence.

A brutal cattle raid in central South Sudan resulted in at least 60 deaths, highlighting ongoing violence in the region.

Barguna General Hospital, a crucial healthcare facility for the coastal region, is grappling with a severe shortage of doctors and nurses, severely impacting patient care.

The Election Commission announced that voting for the upcoming presidential election will take place on August 20 at the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban in Dhaka.

A delegation from Jahangirnagar University met with Rajshahi University’s Vice-Chancellor to discuss potential academic collaborations, including a joint undergraduate admission test.

Bangladesh faces a surge in dengue cases, with health officials reporting 756 new infections overnight.

Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Husain emphasizes integrated planning across ministries to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

A new initiative has been launched to equip 500 young people in Dhaka and Chattogram with skills in mobile phone repairing and entrepreneurship.

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake has devastated western Colombia, leaving at least 132 people dead and over 570 injured.

Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hassan Mahmood announced a new investment-friendly policy aimed at increasing private sector participation in the energy and power sectors.

Rajshahi Stars FC, fresh off their Bangladesh Women's Football League victory, are intensifying their training as they prepare for their first appearance in the AFC Women's Champions League.

Oil prices have surged past $90 as the likelihood of a US-Iran deal diminishes, driving up global oil prices.

A Syrian court has sentenced former ruler Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia for atrocities committed during the country's civil war.

The Bangladesh Public Procurement Authority (BPPA) has started a four-week training programme for government officials to improve public procurement practices.

The Acting President of Bangladesh has summoned the third session of the 13th Parliament, scheduled to commence on August 27.

Education Minister Dr A N M Ehsanul Hoque Milon accuses the previous Awami League government of embezzling Tk 7,000 crore of teachers’ retirement benefits.