Railway Minister Aims to Increase Freight Share via Capacity Expansion

The Bangladesh Army has continued its humanitarian assistance and relief operations in flood-affected areas of Chattogram and Rangamati to support people affected by the recent floods.

A Dhaka court has scheduled July 28 to deliver its verdict in the corruption case against former Bangladesh Bank deputy governor SK Sur Chowdhury.

A love triangle and betrayal led to the murder of Jagannath University student Md Jobayed Hossain, according to a police investigation.

Rajshahi City Corporation Administrator Mahfuzur Rahman Riton emphasizes the need for collective efforts to address climate change and environmental challenges.

Bangladesh Meteorological Department advises hoisting cautionary signal No. 3 as a low-pressure area forms over the Bay of Bengal.

A Dhaka court has set August 20 for the CID to submit its report on the further investigation into the murder of Inqilab Mancha spokesperson Sharif Osman Hadi.

The government is prioritizing post-flood rehabilitation efforts in the affected districts of Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, Bandarban, Rangamati, and Khagrachhari.

Bangladesh Meteorological Department advises Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, Mongla, and Payra to raise signal No. 3.

The Prevention and Suppression of Human Trafficking and Migrant Smuggling Act, 2026 aims to tackle digital platform abuse.

The Industrial Police has urged the government to establish its own permanent headquarters and increase its manpower to ensure effective security and law enforcement in Bangladesh's rapidly expanding industrial sector.

An alleged drug dealer was arrested with 600 Tapentadol tablets in Dinajpur by the Rapid Action Battalion.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman urges collective action for a greener Bangladesh, launching a nationwide tree plantation program at primary schools.

Biman Bangladesh Airlines is set to resume direct Dhaka-Narita flights on July 27, aiming to boost Bangladesh-Japan relations and expand its international network.

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has announced extensive security arrangements for the upcoming Ratha Yatra procession.

Despite global economic challenges, BEPZA export zones contributed 17.51% to Bangladesh's exports in FY26.

Bangladesh received US$1.542 billion in remittances in the first 14 days of July, a 21.8 percent increase from the same period last year.

State Minister Sultan Salauddin Tuku announced the creation of an integrated entrepreneurs' database for the fisheries and livestock sectors to enhance productivity and food security.

Cubans are gradually regaining power after a nationwide blackout, the third in less than 10 days, exacerbating an ongoing energy crisis.

Grameenphone, Bangladesh's leading mobile operator, reported a net profit after taxes of Taka 759 crore in Q2 2026, up from the previous year despite a 3% decline in revenue.

Education Minister Dr. ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milon announced a special opportunity for HSC candidates who missed exams due to adverse weather.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman stressed the importance of raising children with humane values to build a compassionate Bangladesh.

Textiles and Jute Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir announced a series of government measures to expand domestic and international jute markets and revitalize the jute industry.

Bangladesh's junior women's hockey team is set to face Pakistan tomorrow in a pivotal match of the Women's Junior AHF Cup in Muscat, Oman.

A recent Jahangirnagar University study found that air pollution causes nearly 88,240 premature deaths and an economic loss of $23 billion annually in Bangladesh.

International Master Manon Reja Neer of Bangladesh shares the lead with 2.5 points after four rounds of the Vezerkepzo Summer 2026 Grandmaster Chess Tournament in Budapest.

Nagad, a leading mobile financial service provider in Bangladesh, has partnered with around 200 charitable organizations to facilitate fee-free donations for flood victims.

The second session of the 13th parliament, focusing on the 2026 budget, resumed today under the leadership of Deputy Speaker Barrister Kayser Kamal.

The Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit received a record 30,199 suspicious reports in fiscal year 2024-25, a 74 percent increase from the previous year.

Renewed violence in Pakistan-administered Kashmir has resulted in nine deaths and multiple injuries as protests continue over economic and governance reforms.

A scientific workshop titled 'From Conference to Exploration: Empowering Undergraduate Students in Research' was held at the University of Rajshahi's Chemistry Department.