Narail to Celebrate SM Sultan's 103rd Birth Anniversary with Cultural Events

Cultural Affairs Minister Advocate Nitai Roy Chowdhury praised the renowned painter S M Sultan, describing him as an artist of the soil and its people, and an extraordinary painter whose work transcended national boundaries.

The Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy is set to host the 'Nazrul Dance Festival-2026' as part of the 'Nazrul Year' celebrations.

A cultural competition marking the Nazrul Year 2026 was inaugurated in Mollahat, Bagerhat, with students from various institutions participating.

A special cultural evening celebrating Kazi Nazrul Islam’s Leto Gaan and Kabigaan will be held at the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on September 3.

The Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy will hold a commemorative meeting and honoring ceremony for the July martyrs and injured of the 2024 Mass Uprising.

The Nazrul Dance Festival 2026 concluded with performances inspired by Kazi Nazrul Islam's works.

Rangpur Divisional Commissioner calls for promoting Nazrul's literature and non-communal ideals among the youth.

A cultural competition marking Nazrul Year 2026-27 was inaugurated in Jamalpur to promote the ideals of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam.

Cultural Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury stressed the government's commitment to elevate culture to the highest dignity and unite diverse elements to showcase the nation's identity globally.

Nazimur Rahman, Chattogram metropolitan BNP general secretary, underscores the essential role of Kaptai Lake in the environment, economy, and livelihoods of Chattogram Hill Tracts residents.

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.

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has publicly endorsed Lamine Yamal's bid for the Ballon d'Or, highlighting the young winger's self-confidence and exceptional performance this season.

Gas supply to industrial units across Bangladesh has started improving, bringing relief to businesses.

President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir called for increased investment in Sylhet’s tourism, tea, fisheries, and other industries.

Robi Axiata and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have launched 'Robi Bowler Hunt', a nationwide initiative to identify and develop promising fast bowlers and spinners.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has arrived in Cairo to meet Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi amid rising tensions over Houthi control of the Bab al-Mandab Strait.

Bangladesh's ready-made garment (RMG) exports to the United States increased by 11.42 percent year-on-year in the first two months of the current fiscal year.

Moody's Ratings has improved Bangladesh’s sovereign outlook to stable from negative, citing a strengthened external position and eased political and economic pressures.

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.