UK Congratulates Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, Seeks Enhanced Relations with Bangladesh

The Election Commission has officially declared Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir as the elected President of Bangladesh.

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, BNP secretary general, has been nominated as the 23rd President of Bangladesh, marking the culmination of his decades-long political career.

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

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party has selected Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir as its presidential candidate for the upcoming election.

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has officially submitted nomination papers for Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir for the upcoming presidential election.

Bangladesh's Prime Minister's Foreign Affairs Adviser Humauin Kobir emphasizes the importance of strengthening US-Bangladesh business relations to drive economic growth and employment.

In a surprising move, Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has resigned from his position as BNP Secretary General, handing over his resignation to BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman.

Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman urges the United Nations Development Programme to aid Bangladesh's transition from Least Developed Country status.

Japan has invited Bangladesh's Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to visit Tokyo, as both countries agreed to strengthen their strategic partnership, focusing on trade, investment, energy, security, and skilled manpower.

Sri Lanka is set to experience its 'worst' El Nino, with heavy rains expected from September to December, followed by a severe drought early next year.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly moving back to the United Kingdom within weeks after stepping down as working royals six years ago.

US President Donald Trump has announced his intention to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un later this year, aiming to revive their relationship from his first term.

Venezuela has conducted a readiness drill to test the provisional terminals installed at Simon Bolivar International Airport in La Guaira, which was damaged by twin earthquakes in June.

The head of the Organization of American States (OAS) has called on Haitian authorities to accelerate voter registration ahead of the first elections in a decade.

Guayaramerin, a tranquil Bolivian town, is now a hotspot for Brazilian narco violence as drug cartels fight for control.

The British government has summoned Israel's charge d'affaires, demanding an immediate stop to the E1 West Bank settlement project.

US President Donald Trump has announced his intention to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un later this year, marking their first encounter during Trump's second term.

Sri Lankan archaeologists have unearthed 17 gold-plated Buddha statues from a UNESCO World Heritage site, marking a significant discovery.

In the latest prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine, 103 captured soldiers from each side have been released.

A Palestinian-American has raised the US flag on his home in the West Bank, besieged by Israeli settlers, amid international condemnation and renewed US criticism.

Firefighters have encircled Belgium's largest wildfire in a century, but the situation remains complex with new flare-ups.

Bangladesh Bank (BB) has signed agreements with seven banks for Tk 41,000 crore financing packages to support key economic sectors.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has decided against holding the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) this year following significant financial losses over the last two seasons.

Justice (Retd.) Moyeenul Islam Chowdhury, former NHRC Chairman, has called for e-Judiciary reforms including AI-based case management and livestreaming of high-profile court proceedings to restore public confidence.

The government has appointed new deputy commissioners for Natore, Gaibandha, and Rangpur, along with a new divisional commissioner for Rajshahi.

Justice (Retd.) Moyeenul Islam Chowdhury calls for accelerating e-Judiciary reforms and livestreaming high-profile cases to restore public confidence in Bangladesh's judiciary.

Bangladesh received $2.031 billion in remittances in the first 19 days of August, a 29.1 percent increase from the same period last year.

Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) and World Bank Group delegation discuss the establishment of a Mortgage Refinance Company (MRC) to enhance housing finance.

Rajshahi Stars FC are set to face Sabah FA of Malaysia in a crucial second group A match of the AFC Women’s Champions League 2026/27 preliminary stage today at Likas Stadium.

A collaborative effort by BIDA, ADB, and SANEM seeks to create a unified database of investment information and identify key sectors for growth.

The Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) rebounded after six consecutive sessions of correction as buying interest returned following the finalisation of amended margin rules.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman cast his vote in the presidential election at the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban, accompanied by BNP-nominated candidate Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir.

Air Astra has added a second brand-new ATR 72-600 aircraft to its fleet, taking the private carrier's fleet size to five.

A state ceremony was held at Bangabhaban today to bid farewell to Acting President Hafiz Uddin Ahmad.

Despite the devastation of a beloved flea market in Kyiv, vendors show resilience and determination to continue selling what remains of their stock.

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces a critical decision on two North Sea drilling projects, balancing climate ambitions with energy security needs.

Lionel Messi scored his first goal since his father's death as Inter Miami drew 2-2 with Philadelphia Union in Major League Soccer.

Global stock markets mostly rose and the dollar fell sharply after the US Treasury announced plans to increase bond buybacks to lower yields.

Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue made history by sharing the match ball after a dominant performance against Pakistan on the opening day of the first Test at Headingley.