Modi Extends Special Invitation to Bangladesh PM for BRICS Summit

Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman sought Singapore's support for Bangladesh's aspirations to become an ASEAN Sectoral Dialogue Partner and join the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP).

Most residents evacuated due to a wildfire near Madrid have been allowed to return home as firefighters make progress.

Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman and Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar exchanged greetings at the ASEAN Regional Forum in Manila.

A severe water shortage in Chad's eastern desert region is causing suffering and conflict.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met in Manila to discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Six candidates for UN Secretary-General will debate this Thursday in the General Assembly Hall.

Tokyo recorded the most daily heat-related hospitalizations since 2010 amid a severe heatwave, with one death and four critical cases reported.

Wildfires have swept across parts of Italy, France, and Spain, claiming lives and forcing thousands to evacuate amid extreme heat.

The ongoing conflict between the US and Iran escalates with continuous strikes and new threats in the Middle East.

A month after the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, survivors are searching for their lost pets.

Saudi state media reported a vessel belonging to a Saudi company was hit while transiting the Red Sea.

A deadly attack on a military checkpoint in Narathiwat province has claimed the lives of five Thai soldiers, highlighting the ongoing violence in Thailand's restive south.

Bangladesh is in a strong position to qualify for the 2027 ICC World Test Championship Final after a series win over Pakistan.

Bangladesh Bank Governor Md Mostaqur Rahman met with Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen to discuss enhancing bilateral trade, investment, and financial cooperation.

Khulna's export earnings reached Tk 4,886 crore in FY2025-26, driven by jute, shrimp, and areca nut exports.

Jurgen Klopp is expected to be formally named the new head coach of the German men's national football team on Friday.

Arsenal, the reigning Premier League champions, have bolstered their attacking options with the signing of Greece winger Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge.

The Ministry of Agriculture has established a high-profile committee to create a comprehensive pesticide policy aimed at ensuring safe food production and sustainable agriculture.

Bangladesh Bank has introduced a comprehensive Master Circular for the Export Development Fund (EDF) to streamline export financing and adopt a SOFR-based interest rate regime.

A new research initiative seeks to leverage interoperable digital payments to reduce remittance costs and enhance financial inclusion in Bangladesh.

Prime Minister's Adviser Mahdi Amin emphasized the government's commitment to increasing foreign investment and improving the business climate in Bangladesh.

Tajhat thana police, under instructions from the RpMP Commissioner, arrested two motorbike lifters and recovered two stolen motorcycles from Bairagiganj Bazar.

The Bangladesh University Grants Commission (UGC) is developing a comprehensive five-year national action plan aimed at transforming the country's higher education system to meet international standards.

Native fish species are making a strong comeback in two fish sanctuaries in Patuakhali, offering renewed hope for local fishing communities and restoring aquatic biodiversity.

Rajshahi City Corporation and Rajshahi Water and Sewerage Authority commit to work together for enhanced civic services and sustainable urban growth.

Dr. Md. Saimum Parvez, the Prime Minister's Special Assistant for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Affairs, emphasized the need for improved institutional capacity and collaboration to tackle climate challenges in Bangladesh.

Student protests demanding education reforms and accountability have grown in India, posing a significant challenge to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government.

Bangladesh's FIDE Master Tahsin Tajwar Zia secured the 50th position in the Masters event of the Serbia Open, part of the 6th International Summer Chess Festival in Belgrade.

A Faridpur court sentenced Shawkat Mia to life imprisonment for raping a 9-year-old schoolgirl in 2020.

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has confirmed that England will host Bangladesh for a one-off Test at Lord's Cricket Ground in 2027.