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US appeals court allows Trump tariffs to stay temporarily
08:36 AM, 30 May 2025 FridayUS President Donald Trump on Thursday celebrated a temporary reprieve for his aggressive tariff strategy, with an appeals court preserving his sweeping import duties on China and other trading partners -- for now.
Faruque ousted as BCB president
12:08 AM, 30 May 2025 FridayIn a stunning turn of events, Faruque Ahmed’s tenure as president of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) came to an abrupt end on Thursday, May 29, 2025, following a day of swirling rumours and mounting pressure.
BAJUS halts jewelry shops closure programme
10:02 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayThe Bangladesh Jeweler's Association (BAJUS) has suspended its programme to close all jewelry shops across the country...
Riaz Hamidullah finally presents credentials to Droupadi Murmu
09:58 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayBangladesh’s newly appointed High Commissioner to India, M Riaz Hamidullah, presented his credentials to Indian President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on Thursday, May 29. The event was originally scheduled for May 15 but postponed at the last moment.
PRAN’s support plays a key role to conquer Everest: Shakil
09:18 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayMountaineer Ikramul Hasan Shakil has made history by setting three world records in a single expedition...
Tarique asks interim govt to announce specific polls date
08:57 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayBNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman on Thursday once again urged the interim government to announce a specific date for holding the next general election by December, reflecting the people's aspirations.
Israel announces new illegal settlements in West Bank
08:56 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayThe Israeli government says it will establish 22 illegal settlements on Palestinian land in the occupied West Bank, including the legalisation of some so-called “outposts” already built without government authorisation, in a move decried by Palestinian officials and rights groups...
8 BCB directors declare no confidence in Faruque
08:21 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayA storm is brewing in Bangladesh cricket as eight directors of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have launched a no-confidence motion against President Faruque Ahmed, intensifying a leadership crisis that threatens to reshape the sport’s governance.
We will soon experience restoration of democracy: Khaleda
07:50 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayOn the occasion of the 44th martyrdom anniversary of President Ziaur Rahman, BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia delivered a virtual address, rallying the nation toward the restoration of democracy in Bangladesh.
Govt primary teachers suspend strike
07:43 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayAssistant teachers at government primary schools have suspended their ongoing nationwide strike over three demands, including salary upgrades to grade 11. Primary Assistant Teachers Organization Oikya Parishad, a platform of primary assistant teachers, made the announcement...
Govt working to hold fair polls for ‘smooth transition’ to democracy: Yunus
06:34 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayChief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus on Thursday, May 29, said they are working to prepare for a ‘free, fair, credible’ general election aimed at ‘smooth transition’ to democracy...
48th special BCS circular published
05:55 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayCircular for 48th special Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS) examinations has been published...
Homesteads flooded, cattle washed away in Bhola
05:28 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayMore than 100 homesteads in Dalchar union under Charfassion upazila of Bhola have been flooded as the water level of Meghna River rose by 100 cm due to the influence of depression in the district...
Writ challenges public notice for HC judge appointments
04:59 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayA writ petition was filed on Thursday, May 29, 2025, challenging the public notice issued by the Supreme Court administration inviting applications for the appointment of additional judges to the High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh.
Deep depression crosses Bangladesh coast with winds up to 60kmph
04:42 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayA deep depression in the northwest Bay of Bengal has begun crossing the West Bengal-Bangladesh coast between Sagar Dwip and Khepupara, bringing sustained winds of 50 kmph and gusts up to 60 kmph within 48 km of its centre.
Finance adviser to unveil budget on June 2
04:23 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayFinance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed will present the national budget for the 2025–26 fiscal year on June 2...
Yunus seeks Mahathir’s support for Bangladesh’s entry to ASEAN
04:02 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayChief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus urged former Malaysian Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad to support Bangladesh’s bid for membership in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) during a meeting on the sidelines of the Nikkei Forum: 30th Future of Asia in Tokyo on Thursday, May 29.
BMD forecasts landslides in hill dists
03:53 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayBangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) predicted landslides at different places in the hill districts due to incessant rains...
New banknotes to be released Sunday
03:43 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayBangladesh Bank Governor Dr Ahsan H Mansur has approved the new designs for the 1000, 50, and 20 taka banknotes, set to be released on Sunday, June 1, 2025.
Flood warning for six districts, deep depression approaches Bangladesh coast
03:27 PM, 29 May 2025 ThursdayThe Water Development Board’s Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre has issued a flood alert for six districts in Bangladesh, citing rising river levels on cross border rivers and heavy rainfall due to a deep depression in the northwest Bay of Bengal.