Cricket Icon Sir Garfield Sobers, Widely Regarded as Greatest All-Rounder, Passes Away at 89

The Game Development (GD) Trophy, a 50-over tournament, will commence tomorrow as the Bangladesh Cricket Board seeks to identify and nurture the next generation of cricketers.

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.

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

India took a commanding position in the second Test against Sri Lanka by bowling out the hosts for 290 and enforcing the follow-on in Colombo.

Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz, despite a winning start, were defeated by Belinda Bencic and Flavio Cobolli in the quarter-finals of the US Open mixed doubles tournament.

England aims to move past recent off-field controversies as they face Pakistan in the second Test at Lord's, with both teams seeking redemption and respect.

In Pakistan, young female boxers are challenging societal norms to pursue their passion for the sport.

Sri Lanka, needing 39 more runs to avoid the follow-on, ended day three of the second Test against India on 265-8 after rain interruptions.

Sri Lanka, fighting to avoid the follow-on, ended day three of the second Test against India on 265-8, still trailing by 238 runs.

The Cute-BSPA Sports Carnival 2026 has commenced with a carrom competition at the Bangladesh Sports Press Association (BSPA) premises.

Roger Federer expresses excitement about his upcoming exhibition match at Arthur Ashe Stadium, marking his first appearance since 2019.

Asian stocks mostly rose on Friday as investors await Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's speech for insights on US interest rates.

A US federal judge ruled that the Pentagon's sanctions against AI company Anthropic were illegal, citing retaliation for criticism.

Survivors from Nepal's flood-ravaged districts share their harrowing experiences as rescue operations continue.

The government has designated ministers, state ministers, and whips to supervise development and law enforcement across all 64 districts.

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is anticipated to deliver its verdict in October on the Rohingya genocide case against Myanmar, according to Gambia's Attorney General and Justice Minister Dawda A. Jallow.

The bodies of nine Bangladeshis who perished in a fire at a sofa-manufacturing factory in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, have been repatriated to Bangladesh.

Three significant bills aimed at strengthening human rights protections, criminalizing enforced disappearance, and introducing lifetime usufruct rights in property transfers were placed in the Jatiya Sangsad today.

Bangladesh and Türkiye have expressed their shared commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation, particularly in the economic and defence sectors, while collaborating on regional issues of mutual interest.

Rangpur Metropolitan Police Commissioner Mohammad Abdul Mabud received a farewell reception as he transitions to his new role as DIG of Rangpur Range.

Dr Fahmida Khatun will transition to the role of Distinguished Fellow at the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) starting September 1, after serving over nine years as the think tank’s Executive Director.

Bangladesh and Saudi Arabia reaffirm commitment to enhancing bilateral relations with a focus on economic, investment, and business cooperation.

Commerce, Industry, Textiles, and Jute Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir highlighted the need for the defence sector to evolve into a modern, technology-driven, export-oriented industry.

Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the alleged mastermind behind the 9/11 attacks, is set to go on trial in June 2028.

Rangpur Metropolitan Police (RpMP) Commissioner Mohammad Abdul Mabud announced that DNA and dope tests will be conducted on the two suspects arrested for the quadruple murder in Rangpur.

The third session of the 13th Jatiya Sangsad, which began on August 27, 2026, will continue until September 10, 2026.

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed announced coordinated efforts by Bangladesh Police, Coast Guard, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), and the Forest Department to ensure security in the Sundarbans and coastal areas.

Bhola, known as the ‘Queen of Islands,’ is set to be connected to the national road network through a new highway linking the district with the mainland.

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