Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir: Journey from Grassroots to BNP's Presidential Candidate

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has nominated Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir as its candidate for the upcoming presidential election.

Wasim Ahmed Anik, Member Secretary of the Jahangirnagar University unit of Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD), emphasizes the July Uprising of 2024 as a collective societal achievement.

Karoline Leavitt, known for her combative press briefings, is stepping down as White House Press Secretary.

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.

China's former premier Zhu Rongji, known for his pivotal role in the country's economic transformation, has passed away at 97.

Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury pledges zero tolerance for misinformation in official statistics.

On the 57th birth anniversary of Arafat Rahman Koko, leaders and activists from Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Jubo Dal and Chhatra Dal visited Banani graveyard to pay tribute.

On the 57th birth anniversary of Arafat Rahman Koko, BNP's Swechasebak Dal organized a doa mahfil at Banani graveyard in Dhaka.

On the 57th birthday of Arafat Rahman Koko, BNP leaders, activists, and sports enthusiasts gather to honor his life and contributions to Bangladesh's sports sector.

Protesters decry irregularities and lack of evidence as the trial of individuals accused of plotting against El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele is postponed.

Count Binface, a man wearing a rubbish bin over his head, is making headlines in the UK's Clacton by-election.

Donald Trump confirmed a secret plane swap due to a life threat, sparking questions and concerns over security measures.

Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hassan Mahmood announced that the ongoing energy crisis in Bangladesh is expected to ease soon with the repair of a Floating Storage Regasification Unit (FSRU) and the arrival of LNG cargoes.

A workshop on the Ethnic Survey 2026 was held today to gather opinions and recommendations from stakeholders for conducting the nationwide survey.

Hasan Mahmud's exceptional bowling performance helped Bangladesh achieve a remarkable victory over Australia in the first Test match.

The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) has proposed a multi-tier strategy to tackle Bangladesh's mounting energy crisis, emphasizing immediate, medium- and long-term measures.

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police arrested 500 individuals and filed 58 cases following a widespread operation across the capital.

Cox's Bazar has reported the highest rainfall in the past 24 hours, with the Bangladesh Meteorological Department forecasting widespread rain and a slight drop in temperatures.

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited the Kuril Islands, claimed by Japan, prompting a strong protest from Tokyo.

The July Mass Uprising Memorial Museum Act, 2026, imposes severe penalties for damaging museum artefacts.

Paris Saint-Germain defeated Aston Villa 2-1 to retain the UEFA Super Cup in Salzburg.

President Trump has adopted a low-profile strategy focusing on economic pressure rather than military action against Iran.

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.