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Vietnam knocks Bangladesh off the fashion podium

06:38 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

Bangladesh has slipped to third place in the global apparel export market, losing its long-held second position to Vietnam in 2025.

Batting worries for Bangladesh as New Zealand look to seal series

06:36 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

New Zealand hold all the aces as the ODI series against Bangladesh goes into its second match on Monday. Their 26-run win in the first game of the three-match series, despite fielding an under-strength side, was not much of a shock given how clinical their performance was in the big moments. Bangladesh, on the other hand, will be desperate to fight back after their slow burn of a defeat on Friday.

Minister says no fuel crisis; Rumeen questions long queues

05:53 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

Energy, Power and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hasan Mahmud has said that there is no fuel oil crisis in the country. However, he added that an artificial crisis is being created at filling stations due to illegal stockpiling and black-market activities by some dishonest traders.

Running on empty? Bangladesh gas to last just 12 more years

05:25 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Iqbal Hassan Mahmood on Sunday told The Jatiya Sangsad that Bangladesh currently has an estimated 7.63 trillion cubic feet (TCF) of natural gas remaining in its reserves, which could meet the country's demand for around 12 years at the present consumption rate.

HC issues rule on registering housekeepers' names

05:18 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

The High Court has issued a rule seeking an explanation as to why the inaction of implementing the registration of housekeepers' names should not be declared illegal.

Univ teacher arrested for alleged sexual harassment of schoolboy

04:59 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

Police have arrested a private university teacher in the capital Dhaka on charges of sexually harassing a school-going teenager.

Now LPG price shoots up, 12kg cylinder set at Tk 1,940

04:40 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

The government has increased the price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) once again, setting the retail price of a 12kg cylinder at Tk 1,940. The new rate was announced on Sunday afternoon by the Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission and will take effect from 6:00pm the same day.

Israeli army says soldier killed in southern Lebanon

04:16 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

Israel's military said on Sunday that a soldier died during combat in southern Lebanon, where a temporary ceasefire had come into effect this week.

‘Zakham’ pulls 4m views in 24 hours as justice tale ignites the web

04:09 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

A powerful new drama has taken the internet by storm, racking up more than 4 million views within just a day of its release. Titled ‘Zakham’, the production has quickly become one of the most talked-about releases on social media, drawing both praise and intense discussion.

5,000 more tonnes diesel arrive at Parbatipur from India

04:07 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

An additional 5,000 tonnes of diesel has arrived at the Parbatipur Railhead Oil Depot in Dinajpur through the India–Bangladesh Friendship Pipeline.

Anyone with BCL background can still join NCP: Nahid

03:45 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

National Citizen Party (NCP) Convener Md Nahid Islam has said anyone can join the party even if they did politics of Chhatra Dal, Chhatra Shibir or Chhatra League in the past.

Ranveer and Deepika Padukone announce second pregnancy

03:25 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

Bollywood actors Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone have announced that they are expecting their second child, sharing the news with fans on social media on Sunday, April 19.

Not all IMF conditions may be accepted by current govt: Khasru

03:25 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

Finance Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury has said that the current government may not agree with all the conditions of the agreement signed with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) during the previous government’s tenure.

Govt appoints three officials on contract at secretary rank

02:55 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

The government has appointed three officials on a contractual basis at the rank of Secretary as Director General of the NGO Affairs Bureau, Chairman of the Land Appeal Board, and Administrator of Waqfs Bangladesh.

Real Sociedad upset Atletico Madrid to win 4th Copa del Rey

02:50 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

Real Sociedad upset Atletico Madrid to win their fourth Copa del Rey title after triumphing 4-3 in a penalty shootout following a 2-2 draw after extra time in Seville.

A journey of faith, a gift from heart: PRAN-RFL serves Hajj pilgrims

02:26 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

As thousands embark on the spiritual journey of a lifetime, Hajj, PRAN-RFL Group shares in the joy by distributing essential gift packs at the airport, ensuring every pilgrim feels the warmth of home before they fly.

Govt raises fuel prices due to high import costs: Minister

02:19 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

The government has been compelled to raise fuel oil prices due to higher import costs, Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Iqbal Hasan Mahmud said on Sunday (April 19).

Nagar Baul line-up shifts as Rana exits, Elin steps in

02:06 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

The popular Bangladeshi band Nagar Baul has undergone a notable change in its line-up, with long-time guitarist Sultan Raihan Khan Rana stepping down and Ismamul Farhad Elin joining as his replacement.

Ghost demands, real losses: Inside a Tk 300cr textbook graft racket

01:51 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

A dramatic and deeply suspicious surge in textbook demand across Bangladesh has exposed what officials describe as a long-running corruption network embedded within the country’s education supply chain – one that could be siphoning off at least Tk 300 crore from public funds each year.

Thousands rally against Netanyahu in Tel Aviv

12:41 PM, 19 Apr 2026 Sunday

Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Tel Aviv on Saturday night, protesting against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his government.