Journalist Anis Alamgir freed from jail

13th JS maiden session to run until April 30

The maiden session of the 13th Jatiya Sangsad will continue until April 30, with sittings scheduled to begin at 3:00pm every working day, except on public holidays.

Walkar brings attractive Eid offers for everyone

Ahead of the holy festival of Eid-ul-Fitr, popular footwear brand ‘Walkar’ brings attractive Eid offers for customers across the country.

Energy crunch threatens production as industries seek fuel priority

Industrial production across Bangladesh is coming under growing pressure as delays and shortages in fuel supply disrupt factory operations, transportation and product distribution, raising concerns over possible supply chain disruptions and inflation.

DMP chief vows instant action against unfit buses

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Acting Commissioner Md Sarwar has warned of immediate action against the operation of unfit buses on the road during the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr, in a bid to ensure safe Eid travel.

Tarique pledges safe, united Bangladesh, calls for a future without sectarian walls

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Saturday pledged to build a peaceful and secure Bangladesh through united efforts of people of all religions and warned against any attempt to create division among them.

11-party alliance warns of protests over reform council session

The 11-party alliance on Saturday warned of launching street protests if the government fails to convene the Constitutional Reform Council session on Sunday to implement the July Charter.

US says it can provide ‘reliable’ energy supply to Asia-Pacific

The United States can provide “reliable” energy supplies to the Asia-Pacific region as the war involving Iran disrupts global oil and gas flows, US Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said.

2,500 US Marines deployed in US-Israel war on Iran

About 2,500 US Marines, part of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, are the first US ground troops deployed in the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran.

PM inaugurates honorarium programme for clergypersons

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Saturday inaugurated a nationwide honorarium programme for imams, muezzins, khadems, and other religious leaders.

Trump says its "not appropriate" for Iran to compete at World Cup

United States President Donald Trump has voiced his concerns on Iran competing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Gold price falls by Tk 2,683 per bhori

The price of 22-carat gold in the country has fallen by Tk 2,683 per bhori (11.664 grams), bringing the new rate to Tk 262,265.

Bangladesh suffer crushing defeat to Pakistan in 2nd ODI

Bangladesh produced a dismal batting performance to suffer a 128-run defeat to Pakistan via the DLS method in the second ODI at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium on Friday.

Sale of advance Eid return tickets begin

Bangladesh Railway has commenced the advance sale of return tickets for passengers traveling home during the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr, ahead of the expected surge in holiday travel.

Krishak Dal leader killed in clash with Jamaat in Jhenaidah

A leader of the Krishak Dal was killed on Friday in a clash between the BNP and Jamaat in Madhabpur village of Jhenaidah Sadar upazila.

Trump says US bombed military sites on an island vital to Iran's oil network

The United States (US) has carried out airstrikes targeting military installations on Kharg Island in Iran, according to an announcement by US President Donald Trump.

Mirza Abbas’s surgery underway, Singapore transfer postponed

The condition of Mirza Abbas, a BNP Standing Committee member and political adviser to the prime minister, has deteriorated, and brain surgery on him has begun at Evercare Hospital Dhaka in the capital.

4 killed as refueling aircraft crashes in Iraq, US says

A US KC 135 aerial refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq killing four crew members, the military said Friday, adding that the incident was not caused by "hostile fire."

Rampal road crash: Groom, 8 family members laid to rest

The funerals of a groom and eight members of his family, who were killed in a road accident in Rampal, Bagerhat, were completed on Friday (March 13).

Tarique Rahman visits Mirza Abbas at Evercare Hospital

Political Adviser to the Prime Minister and BNP Standing Committee member Mirza Abbas is currently receiving treatment at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka.