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Gold prices bounce back after brief dip
09:51 PM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayAfter a brief decline, gold prices have rebounded once again in the domestic market. The Bangladesh Jewellers’ Association (BAJUS) on Saturday announced an increase of Tk 1,680 per bhori (11.664 grams) for 22-carat gold, raising the price to Tk 2,01,776 per bhori.
Three service chiefs meet Yunus, discuss polls security preparations
09:37 PM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayChief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Saturday directed the chiefs of the three armed services to ensure flawless security arrangements for the upcoming 13th parliamentary election, scheduled for the first half of February 2026.
Bangladesh drenched as depression over bay brings non-stop downpour
08:53 PM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayA seasonal depression over the Bay of Bengal drenched large parts of Bangladesh on Saturday, turning the first day of November into a rare and refreshing “November Rain” day — a phrase that trended across social media as the skies opened over Dhaka and beyond.
Dhaka takes note of Indian concern on Zakir Naik’s possible tour
08:14 PM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayBangladesh’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Saturday said it has taken note of India’s concern regarding the possible visit of controversial religious preacher Zakir Naik to Bangladesh.
PRAN-RFL wins global business leadership award in Australia
07:44 PM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayBangladesh’s most diversified conglomerate, PRAN-RFL Group, has earned fresh global acclaim by winning the Global Business Leadership in Agri-Processing Excellence Award at the prestigious ABCCI Business Excellence Awards 2025, held at The Langham in Melbourne, Australia.
Shanto to continues as Bangladesh Test captain until 2027
07:14 PM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayNazmul Hossain Shanto is set to continue leading Bangladesh in Test cricket until the conclusion of the ongoing 2025–2027 ICC World Test Championship cycle, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) confirmed on Saturday.
We practice the Islam of Madinah, not Maududi’s, says Salahuddin
06:33 PM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayBNP Standing Committee Member Salahuddin Ahmed on Saturday said the BNP follows the Islam of Madinah, not that of Pakistani theologian Abul Ala Maududi, calling on Muslims to reject those trying to exploit religion for political gain.
$328b Tata empire faces internal war after Ratan Tata’s death
06:22 PM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayA year after the passing of India’s most revered industrial icon, Ratan Tata, the $328-billion Tata Group – a global force stretching from salt to steel, software to skies – is grappling with an unexpected storm.
Bangladesh ranks near bottom in global reading habit survey
05:27 PM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayIn a world ruled by scrolling thumbs, the joy of turning pages is slowly disappearing – and Bangladesh is falling far behind. A 2024 survey by CEO World magazine on the reading habits of citizens in 102 countries has revealed that Bangladesh ranks 97th, with people spending only 62 hours a year on reading – roughly 2.75 books per person annually.
Jamaat spreading lies to mislead people ahead of polls: Fakhrul
04:46 PM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayBNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Saturday accused Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami of misleading the public by spreading lies about the upcoming national election.
Doval finds weak governance caused regime changes in Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka
04:25 PM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayIndian National Security Adviser (NSA) Ajit Doval has said that weak governance and failure of institutions have been major factors behind regime changes in South Asian countries such as Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Year-round bans leave coastal fishermen drowning in debt and despair
03:55 PM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayFishing bans now stretch across nearly the entire year, imposed one after another to conserve fish stocks, protect breeding seasons, and preserve biodiversity. While these bans aim to protect nature, they are pushing the fishermen – the very guardians of these waters – into deeper poverty.
No foreign trips for govt officials till polls
03:11 PM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayThe Chief Adviser’s Office has instructed government officials to avoid foreign travels unless absolutely necessary until the next national elections. A circular on compliance with foreign travel guidelines has been issued and circulated to all ministry and division secretaries
Primary teachers threaten strike if demands not met by Nov 15
02:59 PM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayAssistant teachers at government primary schools have threatened nationwide work stoppage and sit-in programmes if the long-standing disputes over pay grades and promotions are not resolved by November 15.
BTRC to deactivate SIMs above 10 from Saturday
02:01 PM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayMobile operators will begin from Saturday, November 1, deactivating additional SIM cards registered under a single national ID (NID) if the number exceeds 10, as per a directive from the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC).
CJ convenes SC full court meeting on Tuesday
01:10 PM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayChief Justice Syed Refaat Ahmed has convened a special full court meeting on Tuesday, November 4, with all judges of the Supreme Court’s Appellate and High Court Divisions. The meeting is scheduled to be held at 3:00pm at the Supreme Court conference room.
UN backs Morocco’s plan for Western Sahara
12:40 PM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayThe United Nations Security Council has adopted a resolution stating that genuine autonomy for Western Sahara under Moroccan sovereignty could be the most feasible solution to Rabat’s 50-year conflict with the Algeria-backed Polisario Front.
Nationwide jatka fishing ban takes effect Saturday
11:40 AM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayA nationwide ban on catching jatka (young hilsa fish) came into effect today to boost hilsa production and ensure sustainable conservation of the country's national fish. The eight-month ban will remain in force till June 30, 2026.
Dhaka’s air quality continues to be ‘moderate’
10:43 AM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayDhaka, the overcrowded capital city of Bangladesh, has ranked 20th on the list of cities with the worst air quality with an AQI score of 81 on Saturday morning, November 1.
Pakistan thrash South Africa in second T20I to level series
09:52 AM, 01 Nov 2025 SaturdayPacers and opening batter Saim Ayub led the charge as Pakistan defeated South Africa by nine wickets in the must-win second T20I game at the Gaddafi Stadium on Friday.