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From orchard to global snack: Chapainawabganj now process dry mango
05:37 PM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayLocal entrepreneur Ismail Khan Shamim is leading a bold new venture: The commercial production of dried mangoes using the region’s prized Ashwina variety, a mango celebrated for its rich aroma, vibrant colour, and sweet-tart flavour. And he is not just making a snack; he is building a new rural economy.
GED says Bangladesh's economy gaining momentum
05:19 PM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayThe latest economic update released by the General Economics Division (GED) of the Planning Commission highlighted these as the rebound economic activities are reflected in some indicators.
Govt asks Dhanmondi OC to explain arrest of rickshaw-puller
05:03 PM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayThe interim government has sought explanation from the officer-in-charge of Dhanmondi police station, asking him to clear on what basis Azizur Rahman, a rickshaw-puller, was arrested at Dhanmondi 32 in Dhaka as a suspect in a case...
After 19 years, ‘Natun Kuri’ blooms again on BTV
04:52 PM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayFor several generations of Bangladeshi artistes, that moment began with ‘Natun Kuri’ – the beloved children’s talent show that was less of a competition and more of a national rite of passage.
Rickshaw-puller arrested at Dhanmondi 32 gets bail
04:38 PM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayA Dhaka court has granted bail to the rickshaw-puller who was arrested by the police while trying to pay his respects at Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s residence in Dhanmondi...
Milestone tragedy: Guardians demand Tk 7cr compensation per student
04:06 PM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayGrieving guardians of the students and teachers who died in the Milestone School and College plane crash have demanded Tk 7 crore in compensation for each family of the deceased, Tk 5 crore from the government and Tk 2 crore from the school authorities.
18 killed after flash floods, cloudburst hit both Indo-Pak Kashmir
04:04 PM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayAt least 18 people have been killed and many others injured in the incidents of flash floods, landslides and cloudburst in both India and Pakistan administered Kashmir...
BNP flags inconsistencies in draft July Charter, to submit feedback by Aug 20
03:48 PM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayThe Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has identified inconsistencies in the final draft of the July National Charter 2025, with party leader Salahuddin Ahmed saying that certain issues have been inaccurately or inadequately presented.
5 sentenced to death for murder of Swachip leader Dr Nitai
03:02 PM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayA Dhaka court has sentenced five people to death for the murder of Dr Narayan Chandra Dutta Nitai, an Assistant Professor at the National Institute of Diseases of the Chest and Hospital and a leader of Swadhinata Chikitshak Parishad (Swachip), a pro-Awami League doctors' organization.
Digital platforms boost microfinance since Covid, Yunus tells Bernama
02:25 PM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayThe adoption of digital platforms has not only sustained but also expanded microfinance operations since the COVID-19 pandemic, said Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser and founder of Grameen Bank.
HC reschedules ex-CJ Khairul’s bail hearing to Oct 26
01:41 PM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayThe High Court has rescheduled the hearing on former Chief Justice ABM Khairul Haque’s petition seeking bail and dismissal of a murder case filed over the killing of Abdul Kaiyum in Jatrabari during the anti-discrimination student movement in July–August 2024. The hearing will now take place on October 26.
Messi’s late goal powers Miami to 3-1 victory against LA Galaxy
12:48 PM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayLionel Messi returned from injury as a reserve and scored in the 84th minute to spark Inter Miami over the defending MLS champion Los Angeles Galaxy 3-1 on Saturday.
US suspends visitor visas for Gazans
12:09 PM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayThe US government said Saturday it is suspending visitor visas for Gazans after a far-right influencer with the ear of President Donald Trump complained that wounded Palestinians had been allowed to seek medical treatment in the United States.
Farooki out of danger for now: Tisha
11:47 AM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayCultural Adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki, who was airlifted to Dhaka by helicopter on Saturday night after falling ill in Cox’s Bazar, is out of danger for now. He reportedly became ill due to excessive work pressure.
July Charter outlines presidential removal, pardons, key appointments
11:07 AM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayThe National Consensus Commission has finalised the draft of the July Charter following extensive consultations with the country’s political parties.
Asif Nazrul slams doctors: ‘Are you brokers for pharma companies?’
10:15 AM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayLaw Adviser Dr Asif Nazrul on Saturday criticised the growing trend of unnecessary medical testing, calling it a form of “torture,” particularly for poor patients.
Bangladeshi missions instructed to remove President’s portrait
08:50 AM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs has instructed all Bangladeshi diplomatic missions, consulates, and residences abroad to remove the portrait of President Mohammed Shahabuddin.
IFB DG calls Rizvi’s allegation on ‘Rukn’ ‘completely false’
08:28 AM, 17 Aug 2025 SundayDirector General of the Islamic Foundation A Salam Khan has denied allegations made by BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi, terming them ‘completely false’.
Final draft of July Charter shared with political parties for feedback
10:09 PM, 16 Aug 2025 SaturdayThe National Consensus Commission has formally shared the final draft of the July National Charter 2025 with all major political parties, inviting their opinions and feedback on the proposed framework for national reform.
Mahi’s green blazer, a pair of specs, and a nation of ‘frustrated’ blokes
09:21 PM, 16 Aug 2025 SaturdayThe actress, known for her glamorous roles and TikTok triumphs, has sparked a firestorm by branding “most of the men” in Bangladesh as “sexually frustrated” after a cheeky comparison to adult film star Mia Khalifa. Grab your popcorn, because this drama is juicier than a mango in monsoon season!