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Oil surges past $106 amid US-Iran tensions in Strait of Hormuz
09:26 AM, 24 Apr 2026 FridayOil prices have jumped on heightened tensions between the United States and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz following Washington and Tehran’s tit-for-tat captures of commercial vessels.
Jamaat condemns attacks on DUCSU leaders, Shibir activists
09:17 AM, 24 Apr 2026 FridayBangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has strongly condemned the alleged attacks on Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) leaders and Islami Chhatra Shibir activists in Shahbagh, Pabna, and Cumilla, calling for immediate action against those responsible.
DUJA demands arrests over attack on journos at Shahbagh
09:01 AM, 24 Apr 2026 FridayThe Dhaka University Journalists’ Association (DUJA) has demanded the immediate arrest of those involved in an attack on journalists at Shahbagh Police Station, along with the expulsion of students allegedly responsible for the incident.
Cabinet approves bill to scrap MPs’ duty-free vehicle facility
09:00 AM, 24 Apr 2026 FridayThe Cabinet on Thursday approved in principle the draft bill of the Members of Parliament (Remuneration and Allowances) (Amendment) Act, 2026, scrapping the duty-free vehicle facility for lawmakers in view of the current economic realities.
8 injured as JCD, Shibir clash at Shahbagh
08:42 AM, 24 Apr 2026 FridayAt least eight people, including journalists, were injured as activists of Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) and Islami Chhatra Shibir clashed over a social media post at Shahbagh in the capital on Thursday night.
Trump announces 3-week extension of Israel-Lebanon ceasefire
08:23 AM, 24 Apr 2026 FridayIsrael and Lebanon on Thursday extended a shaky ceasefire by three weeks, President Donald Trump announced Thursday, as he voiced hope for a historic three-way meeting soon and a potential peace deal.
Injured Lamine Yamal 'expected to be fit' for World Cup
09:25 PM, 23 Apr 2026 ThursdaySpain forward Lamine Yamal will miss the remainder of Barcelona's season but is expected to be fit in time for the World Cup.
British Bangladeshi Mansoor Ahmad honoured with int'l recognition in Berlin
08:58 PM, 23 Apr 2026 ThursdayRenowned British Bangladeshi philanthropist and recipient of the British Empire Medal, Mansoor Ahmad, has seen his lifelong dedication to social welfare further celebrated on the global stage, receiving high-profile international recognition in Berlin.
Mustafizur’s five-wicket haul, Shanto’s century seal series for Bangladesh
08:13 PM, 23 Apr 2026 ThursdayBangladesh defeated New Zealand by 55 runs in the series-deciding third ODI on Thursday, driven by a five-wicket haul from returning fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman and a century by Najmul Hossain Shanto. Chasing a target of 266, New Zealand was bowled out for 210 in 44.5 overs.
Dhaka will also face load-shedding, state minister tells JS
07:35 PM, 23 Apr 2026 ThursdayThe government has decided to introduce 110 megawatts of load-shedding on a trial basis in capital Dhaka, too, to ensure uninterrupted electricity for irrigation and reduce the urban-rural disparity, State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Aninda Islam Amit said.
Remittances hit $2.42b in 22 days of April
06:34 PM, 23 Apr 2026 ThursdayThe expatriate Bangladeshis have sent remittances of around $2.42 billion, or approximately $241.70 crore, in the first 22 days of April of the current fiscal year 2025-26.
Heatwave grips 20 districts, likely to persist for 2 more days
06:11 PM, 23 Apr 2026 ThursdayA mild to moderate heatwave is sweeping across at least 20 districts of Bangladesh, including the capital Dhaka, and is expected to continue for the next two days, the Meteorological Department said on Thursday.
Fuelling challenge: All-party panel to tackle energy gridlock
05:53 PM, 23 Apr 2026 ThursdayPrime Minister Tarique Rahman on Thursday, April 23, proposed in Parliament the formation of a 10-member joint committee, seeking five names from the opposition to work together on finding ‘rational solutions’ to the country’s ongoing energy crisis in the national interest.
SSC exam: 26,865 students absent, 19 expelled on 2nd day
05:38 PM, 23 Apr 2026 ThursdayA total of 26,865 students were absent on the second day of the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and its equivalent examinations on Thursday, April 23.
6 shuttered jute mills to go private in Tk 500cr per-unit deal
04:54 PM, 23 Apr 2026 ThursdayThe government has announced plans to lease six closed jute mills to private investors by December this year, marking a significant step in its strategy to revitalise the state-owned jute sector and attract fresh capital into the industry.
5 more die with measles and symptoms in 24hrs
04:48 PM, 23 Apr 2026 ThursdayFive more people died with measles and the disease-like symptoms in the country in the last 24 hours till 8:00 am on Thursday, April 23, as the contagious disease continued to spread. Of them, the death of one was from confirmed measles. In the past day, DGHS recorded an additional 1,170 suspected measles cases and 125 confirmed ones.
Youth held for 'derogatory remarks' on Zaima Rahman
04:08 PM, 23 Apr 2026 ThursdayPolice have arrested a young man in Panchagarh's Debiganj for allegedly making derogatory remarks about the Prime Minister's daughter, Zaima Rahman, on social media.
Bangladesh confronts its NCD nightmare
03:58 PM, 23 Apr 2026 ThursdayDiets heavy in hidden sugars, excessive salt, and industrial fats are driving a relentless surge in hypertension, diabetes, and cancer, now claiming 71 per cent of all lives lost in the country. For years, the nutritional truth has been locked away in fine print on the back of packets, leaving millions to make daily choices in the dark.
From crisis to calm: Ctg filling stations return to normal
03:48 PM, 23 Apr 2026 ThursdayMost filling stations in Chattogram were found almost empty of vehicles on Thursday morning, indicating a sharp decline in demand pressure. The situation was observed between 9:15am and 10:15am after visits to six busy filling stations across the city.
Shanto ton helps Bangladesh post 265-run target against NZ
03:37 PM, 23 Apr 2026 ThursdayNajmul Hossain Shanto's fourth ODI century, and Litton Das's first half-century in two and a half years, rescued Bangladesh in the third ODI against New Zealand.