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29 killed in Russian military plane crash in Crimea

03:35 PM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

A Russian military plane crash in annexed Crimea has killed six crew and 23 passengers, Russian news agencies reported in the early hours of Wednesday, citing the Defense Ministry.

Emergency measles vaccination drive from Sunday

03:13 PM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

The government has decided to roll out an emergency measles vaccination campaign starting Sunday, targeting children across the country.

HC orders preservation of election documents in Bagerhat-2 constituency

03:11 PM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

The High Court (HC) has directed the Election Commission (EC) to preserve the ballots and other relevant election documents in the Bagerhat-2 constituency following a petition challenging the results of the 13th National Parliamentary Election.

India raises jet fuel, commercial LPG prices

03:04 PM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

India's oil ministry said Wednesday that domestic jet fuel prices would rise as the Middle East war pushed up energy costs, but that it had cushioned airlines from an expected 100 per cent jump.

Iran ‘hurt’ by Bangladesh’s response to US-Israel attack

03:02 PM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

Iran has expressed dissatisfaction with Bangladesh’s official response following the recent joint attack by the United States and Israel, with its envoy in Dhaka saying Tehran expected a stronger and clearer position.

DMP warns footpath vendors, vows strict action against reoccupation

02:26 PM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has launched a drive against the illegal occupation of footpaths in the capital.

Govt, icddr,b to expand 'bubble CPAP' to prevent measles-related deaths

02:25 PM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and icddr,b have agreed to work jointly to expand the use of "bubble CPAP" technology nationwide to prevent child deaths caused by measles and associated pneumonia.

Iran assures Bangladesh of safe passage for stuck ships in Hormuz

01:08 PM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

Tehran will provide full cooperation to ensure the safe return of six Bangladeshi ships currently stuck in the Strait of Hormuz, said Iranian Ambassador to Bangladesh, Jalil Rahimi Jahanabadi.

BMU urges use of online appointments to cut outpatient crowding

12:59 PM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

Bangladesh Medical University (BMU) has called on patients to use its online appointment system and arrive with printed tickets in an effort to reduce overcrowding at its outpatient departments.

Azhari faces deportation from Australia

12:55 PM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

Bangladeshi Islamic preacher Mizanur Rahman Azhari is set to be deported from Australia for making ‘extremist and antisemitic’ remarks after authorities cancelled his visa midway through a national speaking tour.

US F-35 fighter jet crashes in Nevada

12:45 PM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

A US F-35 fighter jet crashed north of Las Vegas in the western state of Nevada on Tuesday, the Air Force confirmed, with one pilot sustaining minor injuries.

Japan introduces joint custody for divorced parents

12:29 PM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

Divorced couples in Japan are now allowed to share custody of their children, after a landmark revision to Japan's Civil Code took effect on Wednesday.

Bangladeshi killed by drone shrapnel in UAE

12:02 PM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

A Bangladeshi national was killed after shrapnel from a drone interception fell on a farm in the Al-Rifaa area of Fujairah, UAE, according to the official WAM news agency.

US farmers to plant less corn as Iran war drives up fertiliser costs

11:28 AM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has warned that American farmers will be planting less corn this year due to rising fertiliser and fuel prices because of the Iran war.

Brazil beat Croatia 3–1 in World Cup warm-up

11:22 AM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

Brazil secured a 3–1 victory over Croatia in an international friendly as part of their preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup.

Alka Yagnik opens up about ongoing battle with hearing loss

10:42 AM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

Veteran playback singer Alka Yagnik has shared that she continues to battle a rare hearing disorder more than a year after her diagnosis. She shared that the condition has kept her away from new projects while she copes with its lasting effects.

Gold price rises by Tk 3,266 per bhori

10:38 AM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

The price of gold in the country has been increased again, with 22-carat gold rising by Tk 3,266 per bhori (11.664 grams) to Tk 247,977 per bhori, according to the Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS).

Child immunisation: When and which to give

10:25 AM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

Vaccination at the appropriate age is essential for building a healthy and capable generation. Administering vaccines according to schedule protects children from serious infectious diseases and strengthens their immunity.

Bangladesh seeks US support to tackle fuel crisis

10:04 AM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

Bangladesh has sought support from the United States to tackle growing challenges in its fuel sector amid ongoing disruptions in global supply chains and pressure on domestic fuel availability.

20,000 fuel cards distributed in Chuadanga

09:39 AM, 01 Apr 2026 Wednesday

The Chuadanga district administration has distributed around 20,000 fuel cards as part of measures to regulate fuel supply and ease public pressure following concerns over a possible oil shortage.