Ishraque urges continued protests for 2 advisers’ resignation

BNP leader Ishraque Hossain has once again called for the resignation of the advisers to the Ministry of Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives, and the Ministry of Youth and Sports — Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain and Information and Broadcasting Adviser Mahfuj Alam.

HC justice Khandaker Diliruzzaman removed

President Mohammed Shahabuddin has removed High Court Division justice Khandaker Diliruzzaman. The Law and Justice Division of the Ministry of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs issued a gazette notification regarding the removal on Wednesday.

BB to release new Tk 20, 50, 1,000 notes before Eid

Bangladesh Bank traditionally releases new banknotes ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Azha. In addition to the festive season, new notes are also supplied throughout the year based on the demand from commercial banks.

HC rejects writ against Ishraque’s mayoral oath

The High Court has rejected a writ petition that sought to prevent BNP leader Ishraque Hossain from taking the oath as the mayor of Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC). A High Court bench comprising Justice Md Akram Hossain Chowdhury and Justice Debashish Roy Chowdhury passed the order on Thursday.

South African president teases Trump about plane gift

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa apologised, apparently jokingly, on Wednesday to US President Donald Trump that he does not have an aircraft to present as tribute to the American leader.

2 Israeli embassy staff killed in Washington

Two Israeli embassy staff members were killed near a Jewish museum in Washington late Wednesday, US Homeland Security chief Kristi Noem said.

UAE defeat Bangladesh to seal historic T20I series win

United Arab Emirates sealed a memorable 2-1 T20I series win over Bangladesh with a commanding seven-wicket victory in the third and final match at Sharjah on Wednesday night.

Election should be held by December: Army chief

Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman has stated that the national election in Bangladesh should be held by December this year. He also reiterated his previous stance on the election issue.

Spurs edge Man Utd to win Europa League and end trophy drought

Brennan Johnson's scrambled goal ended a 17-year Tottenham trophy drought with a battling 1-0 win over Manchester United in the Europa League final on Wednesday.

NCP leader Nasiruddin blasts three advisers

Gold prices rise, bhori Tk 1.69 lakh

The Bangladesh Jeweler’s Association, BAJUS, has increased the prices of gold, with 22 carat gold up by Tk 2,823 to Tk 1,69,921 per bhori (11.664 grams). Besides, 21-carat gold was raised by Tk 2,695 to Tk 1,62,200 a bhori...

Khalilur says holds only Bangladeshi citizenship

Forex reserves to hit $30b by June: BB Governor

TCB hikes edible oil price by Tk 35 a litre

The state-run Trading Corporation of Bangladesh (TCB) has increased the prices of edible oil, sugar, and lentil as it begins sale of commodities through trucks at subsidised rates from Thursday, May 22, ahead of Eid-ul-Azha...

47th BCS preliminary test deferred again

The 47th Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) preliminary examination, which was scheduled for August 8, has been deferred to September 19...

Govt didn't discuss with anyone on 'corridor': Khalilur

It’s up to govt to fix which polls to take place when: EC Sanaullah

World is watching, contacts with Arakan Army depend on their actions: Govt

The government on Wednesday said Bangladesh is coordinating with the relevant actors to prevent another wave of refugees into the country. In particular, the government has signaled the Arakan Army (AA) that they must ensure that there is no further violence...

Asiya rape, murder case: Death reference reaches HC

The death reference of Magura’s eight-year-old Asiya rape and murder case has reached the High Court (HC)...

NBR staff call for non-cooperation

The NBR Reform Unity Council on Wednesday, May 21, announced a series of fresh programmes, including continuous non-cooperation with the NBR chairman, to press home their demands. Beginning today (Wednesday), the Council will continue its non-cooperation with the Chairman of the National Board of Revenue (NBR)...