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Trump says Iran-Israel deal near
03:05 PM, 09 Jun 2026 TuesdayUnited States President Donald Trump has said that a deal between Israel and Iran is imminent, and that the two will leave each other alone for at least a week.
Claim of abolishing Bangla, History honours courses baseless: Ministry
02:49 PM, 09 Jun 2026 TuesdayThe Ministry of Education has dismissed a widespread social media claim as baseless suggesting that honours courses in six major departments, including Bangla, History, and Philosophy, are being abolished under a new structural draft model.
Appellate Division stays HC verdict on SC Secretariat
02:20 PM, 09 Jun 2026 TuesdayThe Appellate Division of the Supreme Court has stayed a High Court (HC) directive ordering the establishment of an independent secretariat for the Supreme Court (SC) within three months.
Banned AL leaders can contest local polls if conditions met: Zahed
01:20 PM, 09 Jun 2026 TuesdayAdviser to the Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting, Dr Zahed Ur Rahman, has said that leaders and activists of the banned Awami League (AL) may be able to take part in the upcoming local government elections if they meet the required conditions.
World Cup set to kick off amid ticket fury and political tensions
12:41 PM, 09 Jun 2026 TuesdayThe World Cup kicks off on Thursday with FIFA betting that the enduring appeal of the greatest footballing show on earth can rise above anger at soaring ticket prices, an uneasy political climate in Donald Trump's America and the shadow of conflict in the Middle East.
Islami Bank protest enters 9th day over chairman removal demand
12:19 PM, 09 Jun 2026 TuesdayA group of customers has been staging a protest in front of the Islami Bank Tower in Motijheel, Dhaka, for the ninth consecutive day, demanding the removal of the bank’s Chairman, Md Khurshid Alam. Women customers have also joined the demonstration.
Bangladesh proposes sending 100,000 workers to Russia
11:34 AM, 09 Jun 2026 TuesdayBangladesh and Russia are working to substantially expand manpower cooperation, with Dhaka proposing an increase in the number of Bangladeshi workers in Russia from the current nearly 10,000 to 100,000 within the next year.
4 killed as pickup van crashes into parked truck in Tangail
09:49 AM, 09 Jun 2026 TuesdayFour people were killed when a pickup van crashed into the rear of a bamboo-laden truck parked on the roadside in Sakhipur upazila of Tangail.
Former Swecchasebak Dal leader stabbed to death in Dhaka
09:13 AM, 09 Jun 2026 TuesdayA former convener of Swecchasebak Dal in Ramna, Dhaka, was stabbed to death during a salish (arbitration) meeting near Mouchak Anarkali Market in the capital on Monday night.
Tonu murder: Interpol red notices sought for 2 ex-army men
08:38 AM, 09 Jun 2026 TuesdayA court in Cumilla on Monday ordered the issuance of Interpol red notices against retired Sergeant Zahiduzzaman and former army member Shahin Alam, the two prime suspects in the murder case of Sohagi Jahan Tonu, a student of Cumilla Victoria Government College.
Iran, Israel say strikes on hold after first attacks since truce
08:27 AM, 09 Jun 2026 TuesdayIran and Israel say they have halted attacks on each other, after the two countries exchanged fire for the first time since April's truce.
Trade deficit widens to $22.21b in first 10 months
09:52 PM, 08 Jun 2026 MondayThe country’s trade deficit widened to $22.21 billion during the first 10 months of fiscal year 2025-26, reflecting rising import costs, growing demand for fuel and industrial inputs, and persistent pressure on the country’s external sector, according to the latest Balance of Payments (BoP) data released by the Bangladesh Bank.
Govt plans law compelling Meta to remove harmful content: Home Minister
08:32 PM, 08 Jun 2026 MondayThe government is set to amend the Cyber Security Act to require international technology platforms, including Meta, to remove harmful online content within a specified timeframe, Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed told the Jatiya Sangsad on Monday.
Iran ends attacks on Israel, issues warning
07:38 PM, 08 Jun 2026 MondayIran has announced the end of its military operations against Israel, while warning of a “more crushing” response if Israel resumes strikes on Lebanon or Iranian territory.
Trade deficit hits $8b in 5 years, highest with India: Minister tells JS
06:41 PM, 08 Jun 2026 MondayCommerce, Industries, Textiles and Jute Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir on Monday told the Jatiya Sangsad that the Bangladesh’s cumulative trade deficit reached nearly 8 billion US dollars over the past five years, with the highest gap recorded with India.
8 more die with measles, symptoms in 24hrs
05:39 PM, 08 Jun 2026 MondayEight more people have died with measles and the disease-like symptoms across the country in the past 24 hours, bringing the total death toll to 628 since March 15.
Trump tells Iran, Israel to halt attacks after clashes
05:18 PM, 08 Jun 2026 MondayUS President Donald Trump on Monday told Iran and Israel to stop fighting after the two foes attacked each other's territory for the first time since a shaky ceasefire put five weeks of war on hold.
Bangladesh seeks Spain’s support on LDC graduation
04:51 PM, 08 Jun 2026 MondayState Minister for Foreign affairs Shama Obaed Islam on Monday sought Spain’s support at the United Nations general Assembly (UNGA) on Bangladesh’s LDC graduation.
TIB report based on paper cuttings, says Home Minister
04:21 PM, 08 Jun 2026 MondayHome Minister Salahuddin Ahmed on Monday declined to comment on a recent report by Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) regarding homicides and rapes during the government's first 100 days, claiming that the anti-graft watchdog prepares its findings based on newspaper cuttings rather than independent investigations.
RFL Best Buy opens new showroom in Banani
03:37 PM, 08 Jun 2026 MondayRFL Best Buy, one of the country’s leading retail brands, has launched its 560th showroom in Banani, Dhaka. The modern showroom has been introduced to offer customers a convenient one-stop shopping experience under a single roof for all household and lifestyle needs.