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Nahid's five-for propels Bangladesh to beat Pakistan in 1st Test
05:41 PM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayNahid Rana produced a devastating spell of fast bowling to claim 5-40, dismantling Pakistan’s batting lineup and securing a comprehensive 104-run win for Bangladesh on the final day.
Barishal Univ teachers' complete shutdown enters second day
05:13 PM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayAcademic and administrative activities at University of Barishal remained suspended for the second consecutive day on Tuesday as teachers continued their second round of “complete shutdown” programme over unresolved promotion demands.
Neymar included in Brazil's preliminary World Cup roster
05:07 PM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayFor months, one of the biggest questions leading up to the 2026 World Cup hasn't been whether Brazil is a contender to lift the trophy for the sixth time or not, but whether one of the nation’s most iconic players will even be on the roster.
Real return imminent? Mourinho admits won’t sign Benfica extension
04:16 PM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayJose Mourinho has fuelled speculation of an imminent return to Real Madrid after effectively backtracking on his previous commitment to extend his stay at Benfica.
Not cancel, govt to review US trade deal: Zahed
03:50 PM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayDr Zahed Ur Rahman, information and broadcasting adviser to the Prime Minister, has said that the government will not cancel the reciprocal trade agreement with the United States; rather, it will review the deal.
Transport dispute halts bus services in Habiganj
03:36 PM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayBus services from Habiganj to different parts of the country were suspended following a dispute over the alleged obstruction and detention of non-stop Habiganj–Sylhet buses.
No leniency for police personnel involved in drugs: IGP
03:11 PM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayInspector General of Police (IGP) Md Ali Hossain Fakir has said that no member of the Bangladesh Police will be spared if allegations of involvement in drug trafficking are proven.
Nine more die; 3 confirmed measles, 6 suspected cases
02:56 PM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayNine more people across the country died from measles and measles-like symptoms in the last 24 hours. Among them, three deaths were confirmed as caused by measles, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS). The remaining six died with measles-like symptoms.
EU considering social media 'delay' for children
02:50 PM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayThe European Union should explore limiting children's access to social media with possible new rules proposed within months, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said on Tuesday.
Over 370 Afghans civilians killed in Pakistan conflict: UN
02:45 PM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayAt least 372 Afghan civilians were killed in conflict between government forces and Pakistan in the first three months of the year, the United Nations reported on Tuesday, with more than half the deaths attributed to airstrikes on a drug rehab facility in Kabul.
Car reward returns to Bangladesh cricket after two decades
01:58 PM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayBangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) President Tamim Iqbal has announced that Bangladesh’s best-performing cricketer in the upcoming home series against the Australia national cricket team will receive a luxury car, marking the return of such an award after two decades.
Man detained in Sylhet over killing child after sexual harassment
01:00 PM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayPolice arrested a man in connection with the killing of a four-year-old girl after harassing her sexually from Shonatola village under sadar upazila in Sylhet on Monday night, following a midnight demonstration.
PM urges universities to boost research and innovation
12:58 PM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayPrime Minister Tarique Rahman on Tuesday urged universities to move beyond traditional academic teaching and place greater emphasis on research and innovation to remain competitive in the modern world.
Bangladesh set 268-run target for Pakistan in Mirpur test
12:06 PM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayBangladesh national cricket team declared their second innings at 240 for 9 on the final day of the Mirpur Test, setting Pakistan national cricket team a target of 268 runs for victory.
PM inaugurates workshop on higher education at DU
11:56 AM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayPrime Minister Tarique Rahman on Tuesday inaugurated a national workshop aimed at transforming Bangladesh’s higher education system into a more modern, inclusive and sustainable one.
All 50-bed hospitals to be upgraded to 100 beds: Minister
11:39 AM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayHealth and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Hossain has said that all 50-bed Upazila Health Complexes across the country will be upgraded into 100-bed healthcare facilities as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s public healthcare system and improve medical services in rural areas.
14 still missing after migrant boat sinks off Malaysia, 23 rescued
11:13 AM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayA boat carrying 37 undocumented migrants believed to be from Indonesia sank off Pangkor island on Malaysia's west coast, leaving 14 people still missing, maritime authorities said.
After backlash, Mexico cancels plan to cut school year for WC
10:34 AM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayMexico canceled plans to shorten its school year ahead of the World Cup after widespread backlash from parents, think tanks and local authorities, the government said Monday.
Labour MPs increase pressure on Starmer to step down
10:13 AM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayBritain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday vowed to prove his doubters wrong and stem mounting calls for him to step down after disastrous local and regional elections for his ruling Labour party.
Trump says US-Iran ceasefire on 'massive life support'
09:50 AM, 12 May 2026 TuesdayUS President Donald Trump has said the month-long ceasefire between the US and Iran is on "massive life support".