The clarification followed Foreign Adviser Touhid Hossain's statement on Sunday that Bangladesh had agreed in principle to a UN proposal for a humanitarian corridor to Myanmar's Rakhine State
He is expected to be released from the jail following the HC order, unless the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court stays the HC verdict
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) will launch the series with a workers' rally at Nayapaltan tomorrow, marking International Labour Day
There is a staggering lack of empathy, respect, and compassion in our society, which has seeped into many of our young people.
A total of 300 houses were distributed among the flood victims in the four districts
Closure of such businesses led to mass unemployment, he said
Choosing the right savings option is not just about interest rates—it is about matching your money habits with goals, lifestyle, and income pattern. What works for a student might not suit a new parent or a retiree.
Industry leaders urged the government to urgently address these domestic constraints.
Ever caught yourself saying, “If only I had started saving earlier…”?
On April 14, 2001, two bombs went off during 1408 Pahela Baishakh celebrations, leaving 10 dead, many injured
The ban is designed to counter the movement's activities and stop people supporting the group, the statement added.
While seeking to present a more moderate image to the world, Syria's new authorities must also contend with pressures from radical Islamists within their ranks
BNP and several other parties have voiced concern over reported developments regarding a UN-backed humanitarian corridor into Myanmar’s war-torn Rakhine State, calling it a potential threat to national sovereignty and regional security.
The Ministry of Public Administration confirmed the appointment in an official gazette issued today
Miraz became the second Bangladeshi to the landmark and the sixth fastest overall.
News of men trafficked to Russia to serve as soldiers raises alarm
There is no doubt that Bangladesh’s pharmaceutical industry has shown remarkable potential.
Two entities of Square Group, Square Pharmaceuticals and Square Textiles, reported positive growth in the third quarter of the 2024-25 fiscal year.
Mehedi Hasan Miraz was batting on 76 with Tanzim Hasan Sakib on 29.
The first two matches will be held in Faisalabad while the last three matches will be played in Lahore.
If the BFF utilises this upsurge in interest from footballers and fans, it could be a game changer for Bangladesh football.
The houses were allocated to the beneficiaries in Feni, Noakhali, Cumilla, and Chattogram districts
A medical team went to the site around 11:45am and advised Debashish for hospitalisation due to his deteriorating health
Of single parents with jobs, just under half — 42.1% — belonged to the bottom 20 percent of income earners.
The young man who brought her to the hospital was taken into custody due to suspicious circumstances, OC says
Since December, Belgium's sex workers can access legal protections and labour rights, such as paid leave, like any other profession
Often, on my way to the office from Dhanmondi to Mohakhali, I pass through at least three or four major traffic signals -- the stubborn standstill at Dhanmondi 27, the long, impatient pause at...
A 'katra' is essentially a caravanserai — a traveller's inn of sorts. It was established around the mid-17th century.
Actress Mehbooba Mahnoor Chandni, known for her acclaimed performances in films like “Dukhai”, “Lalsalu”, and “Joyjatra”, is returning to the small screen after a long break. The National Film Award-winning actress enjoyed massive success through television dramas while working. She recently completed shooting for the drama “Tumi Ami O Se”, directed by Azizul Hakim and written by his wife, Zeenat Hakim.
Azad Abul Kalam, president of the Actors' Equity, has expressed concern after hearing about these incidents.
Observed worldwide today, International Dance Day is a global celebration of dance’s power to connect people beyond borders. It’s a day that highlights the joy of movement and raises awareness of dance as an expressive, educational, and unifying force.
In Old Dhaka, kachchi biriyani has emerged as the quintessential wedding dish
Shakrain is now observed by the entire community of Old Dhaka
For Ilham and Isra Fuljhuri Khan, music was not a choice — it was an inheritance.
For many women, driving is not just about navigating the roads, but the need to overcome pervasive societal biases while grappling with safety concerns.
A team from Glenrich International School, Uttara has secured first place in the internationally-acclaimed NSS Gerard K O'Neill Space Settlement Contest.
The struggles of once-expatriate students who grew up in the Middle East.
Electronic Arts Inc. (EA), the company behind Apex Legends, The Sims series, and the FIFA series video games, is laying off between 300 to 400 employees, including about 100 at the company's Respawn Entertainment studio, according to a recent report by Bloomberg News.
Duolingo, the language learning app, will phase out contractor roles for tasks that artificial intelligence can handle, according to a recent internal email from cofounder and CEO Luis von Ahn announcing the company's shift to an "AI-first" approach. The message, posted on Duolingo's official LinkedIn account, outlines plans to restructure operations around AI capabilities.
Foodpanda, the Asia-based food delivery platform operated by German company Delivery Hero, will cease operations in Thailand on 23 May, according to a recent report by Reuters.
What does this BBC report indicate? And more broadly speaking, what does the resumption of diplomatic talks between Bangladesh and Pakistan signify?
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The procession marking the Bengali New Year
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"This is not merely a climate crisis. It is a justice crisis"
Also known as the moon bear, it is critically endangered in Bangladesh
The HC bench of Justice Kazi Zinat Hoque and Justice Aynun Nahar Siddiqua issued the rule after hearing a writ petition
"I urge all of you not to throw wastages indiscriminately… You please keep your society clean," the DNCC Administrator Mohammad Azaz said
Buet Pro-Vice Chancellor Abdul Hasib Chowdhury will head the committee.
According to the Power Grid Bangladesh PLC, the situation has since returned to normal
Dhaka's maximum temperature yesterday was 35.6 degrees Celsius
A rare slow loris was rescued from a dog attack in Sreemangal, Moulvibazar yesterday.
