Iran Halts Three Oil Tankers in Strait of Hormuz, Asserting Control Over Key Waterway

Wildfires in France, Italy and Spain have claimed the lives of three firefighters and forced thousands to evacuate.

The United States has announced a significant deal with Saudi Arabia to establish a civilian nuclear program in the Gulf nation.

Iran's Revolutionary Guards have stopped three oil tankers from passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

Yemen's Houthi rebels claim to have struck two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, escalating tensions amid ongoing US-Iran conflict.

A fire in Lima has claimed 10 lives, with authorities investigating possible links to extortion.

Canada has called off a joint inauguration ceremony with the US for a new cross-border bridge following the announcement of new US tariffs on Canadian products.

Venezuela's ousted president Nicolas Maduro and his wife will face trial in the United States in June 2027 on federal drug trafficking and firearms charges.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed optimism about an upcoming visit from Chinese President Xi Jinping to the United States, despite existing tensions.

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis have been recorded sending radio warnings to ships after announcing a naval blockade of Saudi Arabia.

Germany's Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul concluded a visit to Nigeria, highlighting the need for stronger trade and investment ties with Africa.

The ancient Phoenician city of Tyre in southern Lebanon, recently bombarded by Israel, has been added to UNESCO's list of world heritage sites in danger.

Hungary's prosecutor general, Gabor Balint Nagy, resigns following pressure from the new prime minister.

The University Grants Commission (UGC) is undertaking an initiative to involve Bangladeshi academics and international scholars in the teaching and research activities of the country's universities through a virtual platform.

Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Administrator Md. Shafiqul Islam Khan praised the Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) for its service to the country and people, under the directives of the Prime Minister.

The Kachua Upazila administration in Bagerhat has returned Tk 34.38 lakh to the government treasury after completing a canal re-excavation and renovation project under budget.

Bangladesh's gross foreign exchange reserves have reached a new high of $36.47 billion, according to the latest data from Bangladesh Bank.

The government is working to restore normal gas supply after a technical fault at a Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) disrupted the national gas distribution system.

Rangpur Metropolitan Police (RpMP) has arrested 19 individuals and confiscated a significant amount of contraband drugs in a series of 24-hour special anti-crime operations.

Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Husain announced the launch of a nationwide door-to-door health screening program to detect diseases early.

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved a proposal to halve the tender period for importing raw materials used in fertilizer production.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has expelled Satkhira-4 Member of Parliament Gazi Nazrul Islam over allegations of moral misconduct.

Student-led protests in India continue to challenge Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government over examination scandals and broader systemic issues.

Student-led protests in India continue to challenge Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government following examination scandals.

The Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase (CCGP) has approved the establishment of a solar power plant with battery backup in Hatiya upazila, Noakhali district.

BNP Standing Committee Member and former Minister Barrister Rafiqul Islam Mia has been admitted to Evercare Hospital in Dhaka due to illness.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has directed authorities to remove obstacles hindering the growth of Bangladesh's garment industry.

The government has appointed Professor Dr Mohammad Shariful Islam as the fourth Pro-Vice Chancellor of BUET.

LGRD Minister and BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has cautioned against the politics of division using religion, stressing the importance of unity and equal respect for all faiths in Bangladesh.

The Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase (CCGP) has approved several procurement proposals to ensure the supply of essential commodities and maintain market stability.