Govt working to increase surface water use in divisional cities: PM
Tarique Rahman says initiative aims to reduce pressure on groundwater
6 MIN(s) ago
Agriculture budget rises, but challenges remain for farmers: experts
Public investment and policy support for the agriculture sector have increased over the years, but the benefits of budgetary allocations have yet to adequately reach smallholder and marginal farmers, experts said today
25 MIN(s) ago
Jamaat MP demands washing machines, microwaves, and curtains in MPs’ flats
Mizanur Rahman raises issue during budget discussion in Parliament
28 MIN(s) ago
Bernardo Silva signs two-year deal with Real Madrid
Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva has signed a two-year deal with Real Madrid, the La Liga giants announced on Wednesday.
55 MIN(s) ago
4 Bangladeshi scholars win ICA Top Paper Awards for crisis communication research
Research examines government-media dynamics in communicating with the public during the crisis
57 MIN(s) ago
Bangladesh's prisons overcrowded with 77,000 inmates against capacity of 45,000: Home minister
Outlines expansion projects and inmate productivity initiatives
1 hour(s) ago
Govt working on dialogue with Myanmar, Arakan Army for Rohingya repatriation: Khalilur
Repatriation depends on Rakhine state's stability, he says
1 hour(s) ago
Mob torches suspects' houses after missing auto-rickshaw driver found dead in Barishal
Four arrested as police investigate killing
1 hour(s) ago
'Ronaldo as excited for sixth World Cup as his first'
Ronaldo's continued presence in Martinez's team has sparked debate over whether he is still a positive influence.
1 hour(s) ago
2019 police shooting: HC orders Tk 2 lakh compensation for victim
Authorities asked to explain why Tk 5 crore should not be awarded
1 hour(s) ago
Tigresses crumble to heavy loss against Australia
A woeful batting display condemned Bangladesh to a crushing nine-wicket defeat against Australia in their second Group A match of the ongoing ICC Women's T20 World Cup at Headingley in Leeds on Wednesday
2 hour(s) ago
Six weeks on, Titon murder probe yet to identify shooter
Missing phone and limited information about the slain “top criminal’s” contacts have stalled the investigation
2 hour(s) ago
Barbed-wire fencing under consideration for border with Myanmar: Home minister
Salahuddin says coordinated measures are being taken to protect national interests and reduce border crime
2 hour(s) ago
'He’s a madman': Football world left spellbound by vintage Messi masterclass
The footballing community - from awe-struck teammates and rival coaches to a glittering panel of global pundits -was left searching for answers, and adjectives, to describe a performance that felt both timeless and utterly supernatural.
2 hour(s) ago
Death sentence overturned: Sylhet woman acquitted in husband’s murder case
51-year-old spent nearly 11 years in prison over the 2015 killing
2 hour(s) ago
England enter World Cup fray as Ronaldo makes history
Portuguese great Ronaldo, 41, has a tough act to follow after his old nemesis Lionel Messi scored a spectacular hat-trick for Argentina on Tuesday to equal the all-time World Cup goalscoring record, making a mockery of his 38 years.
2 hour(s) ago
Abul Mansur Ahmad Smriti Parishad launches debate competition
Registration open for national-level debate
2 hour(s) ago
‘I’m the boss’, Trump tells G7 counterparts
Trump's presence has dominated the summit in the spa town of Evian on Lake Geneva
2 hour(s) ago
Sri Lanka former president Mahinda Rajapaksa's son arrested over corruption
Several Rajapaksa family members and close associates have been charged with a range of offences over the years
3 hour(s) ago
Weak policing fuelling rise in crimes
Reform and revitalise police, abandon political patronage of criminals
3 hour(s) ago
Tax hikes to raise production costs by Tk 12,000 a tonne: steel makers
Steel manufacturers today urged the government to withdraw proposed hikes in value-added tax (VAT) and duties in the national budget for 2026-27, warning that the measures could increase costs by up to Tk 12,000 per tonne as most mills operate below half their capacity
3 hour(s) ago
Govt to take action against lapses in measles vaccine management: PM
Recruitment underway to fill 6,359 vacant healthcare posts, he tells parliament
3 hour(s) ago
UN food aid agency welcomes $800 mn donation from US
WFP says it wants to reach 110 million people in the most acute need around the world this year
3 hour(s) ago
Accused confesses to killing 7-year-old over irrigation dispute in Lalmonirhat
Police say the suspect told the court he acted out of revenge and that his parents helped bury the body in a maize field
3 hour(s) ago
Trump threatens ‘dropping bombs’ if Iran doesn’t ‘behave’
Talks on a final US-Iran settlement to end the conflict are set to begin Friday
3 hour(s) ago
Snap reveals premium-priced AR glasses
Snap has unveiled a new pair of standalone augmented reality (AR) glasses priced at $2,195 at the Augmented World Expo 2026 on June 16.
3 hour(s) ago
Messi’s hat-trick sparks celebration among showbiz stars
Argentina got off to a winning start today, defeating Algeria 3–0 thanks to a sensational hat-trick from Lionel Messi. While the dominant display on the pitch left fans in the stadium ecstatic, the excitement quickly spilled over onto social media, with local showbiz stars joining in the celebrations.
3 hour(s) ago
JnU honours 104 students with first-ever Dean’s Award
Jagannath University conferred its first-ever Dean’s Awards on 104 students.
3 hour(s) ago
‘ANNiE’ emerges as a standout title at Seriencamp 2026
Bangladesh’s “ANNiE”, directed by Abdullah Mohammad Saad, has been featured in The Hollywood Reporter’s list of “5 Hidden Gems at Seriencamp 2026”, marking a significant milestone for the country’s screen industry.
3 hour(s) ago
BGB foiled 36 push-in attempts since West Bengal election: Salahuddin
2,369 people pushed into Bangladesh since August 2024, home minister tells parliament
3 hour(s) ago
ICSB celebrates Chartered Secretary Day
The Institute of Chartered Secretaries of Bangladesh (ICSB) celebrated “Chartered Secretary Day 2026” yesterday, commemorating the enactment of the Chartered Secretaries Act, 2010, a landmark legislation that established and recognised the Chartered Secretary profession in Bangladesh.
3 hour(s) ago
All the new features in Android 17
Google has released Android 17, its latest mobile operating system update, with the rollout beginning on June 16, 2026 for a wide range of Pixel devices.
4 hour(s) ago
Technical, financial studies underway for Teesta barrage, PM tells parliament
Surveys for the Teesta Master Plan completed, he says
4 hour(s) ago
Bangladesh National Budget: FY 2026-27
All you need to know about Bangladesh National Budget.
4 hour(s) ago
Google Chrome to end remaining support for legacy ad blockers
Google is set to remove the remaining workarounds that have allowed older ad-blocking extensions to continue functioning in Chrome, according to a recent report by Cybernews.
4 hour(s) ago
Why the Oxford Union’s Bangladesh ‘debate’ sparked controversy
The issue was not about who spoke, but about who did not speak.
4 hour(s) ago
Digital transactions up 13% in volume, value in 2025: BB report
Digital transaction value climbed from Tk 90,383 billion to Tk 102,242 billion
4 hour(s) ago
Case filed after housewife allegedly gang-raped in Mymensingh
Miscreants allegedly broke into the victim’s home, tied up her husband
4 hour(s) ago
Italian parents sue Meta and TikTok over daughter's death
The parents of a 12-year-old girl who died by suicide are among several Italian families suing Meta and TikTok in the first collective legal action in Italy to directly challenge social media companies and their algorithms, Reuters reported on Tuesday.
4 hour(s) ago
Two workers die after entering septic tank in Patuakhali
Locals suspect toxic gas buildup and oxygen deficiency
5 hour(s) ago
PM Tarique slams ‘chanachur’ jibe, defends budget as people-focused
Allocations for family support, farmers, health and education make opposition criticism unfair, he says
5 hour(s) ago
Man sentenced to death for murder of 5-year-old Ayat
Chattogram court says the dismemberment and desecration of the child’s body aggravated the gravity of the 2022 crime
5 hour(s) ago
Is Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo confident or arrogant?
Discover Cristiano Ronaldo's legendary football legacy as Portugal prepares for the World Cup, highlighting how his intense self-belief, timeless fitness, and historic Ballon d'Or achievements continue to spark global debate among passionate fans.
5 hour(s) ago
Four arrested so far in Mymensingh 5‑year‑old rape, murder case
All accused are teenagers, including one minor
5 hour(s) ago
World Cup goals record 'just a number', says Messi
Lionel Messi savoured a "beautiful moment" after becoming the World Cup's joint all-time leading goalscorer on Tuesday but said "ultimately, it is just a statistic, nothing more".
5 hour(s) ago
Energy security, policy continuity key to reviving investment: Titumir
The PM’s adviser speaks at a post-budget dialogue organised by the MCCI, PRI and StanChart Bangladesh
5 hour(s) ago
Govt plans two free trade zones near major ports
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs gave policy approval to the initiative today at a meeting chaired by the finance minister at the Secretariat
5 hour(s) ago
Student killed after 'assault' at dormitory over missing iPhone in Lakshmipur
Institution shut for seven days as vandalism follows teenager's death
6 hour(s) ago
Two senior officials promoted to secretary rank
The Ministry of Public Administration issued two separate notifications in this regard today.
6 hour(s) ago
Madrasa principal arrested over rape of student in Savar
Arrest made shortly after case was filed, police say
6 hour(s) ago
Zidane returns to World Cup, but in Algeria colours
When the name Zidane appeared on the back of Algeria’s goalkeeper’s jersey against Argentina in their opening World Cup match, it inevitably brought back memories of one of France’s greatest ever footballers.
6 hour(s) ago
India forcibly expelling 'Bengali Muslims' to Bangladesh without due process: HRW
It should end brutal expulsions and ensure access to legal representation, the rights organisation says
7 hour(s) ago
Australia beat Bangladesh by four wickets in 1st T20I
Australia eased to a four-wicket victory against Bangladesh in the first of three T20Is in Chattogram on Wednesday.
7 hour(s) ago
Oil prices extend losses, stocks rise as US-Iran peace talks loom
Crude has tumbled more than 10 percent this week on optimism for a lasting agreement between the two countries
7 hour(s) ago
Shironamhin embraces AI for visuals, not music: Zia
The use of artificial intelligence in the music video for “Juddho”, the first release from Shironamhin’s upcoming ninth studio album, has sparked widespread discussion online. However, the band’s founder and frontman Ziaur Rahman Zia has clarified that AI was used solely for the video’s visuals—not for the music itself.
8 hour(s) ago
Five screen legends reunite for nostalgic gathering
Veteran Bangladeshi film stars Shabnam, Suchanda, Ujjal, Alamgir and Babita came together for a special gathering on Monday, sharing memories and stories from their illustrious careers in cinema.
8 hour(s) ago
Austria return to World Cup with win over Jordan
Austria were given a scare by World Cup debutants Jordan on Tuesday before securing a 3-1 win rounded off by a penalty in added time from veteran forward Marko Arnautovic.
8 hour(s) ago
BEZIA calls for tax holiday reinstatement, zero duty on capital machinery
The demands came at BEZIA's executive committee meeting on June 16
8 hour(s) ago
Missing man's body recovered from Meghna
Family claims he was murdered in Brahmanbaria clash on Sunday night
8 hour(s) ago
Light to moderate rain likely in parts of country
A mild heatwave is sweeping across the Khulna division, as well as the districts of Manikganj, Nilphamari and Rajshahi, BMD added
8 hour(s) ago
Man facing multiple cases beaten and hacked to death in Jashore
Police launch hunt for unidentified assailants
9 hour(s) ago
Hotel staffer beaten to death in Rangpur; owner arrested
Police say dispute over alleged spitting in a dishwashing area escalated into a fatal attack
9 hour(s) ago
How data centres are draining water and energy from the Global South
The story started in Georgia, US—not with a law being broken in some faraway place, but with residents noticing something wrong in their own homes: the water pressure kept dropping unusually.
9 hour(s) ago
Cineplex to host Summer Fest featuring four hit Bangla films
According to Star Cineplex, the festival will give audiences an opportunity to enjoy some of the most talked-about and well-received Bangla films of recent times on the big screen.
9 hour(s) ago
Did Messi deserve a card? Debate rages despite historic hattrick
Lionel Messi’s first World Cup hattrick saw him equal Miroslav Klose’s record 16 goals, but his landmark display was overshadowed by debate over a controversial challenge.
9 hour(s) ago
Has Trump achieved his goals in the war with Iran?
More than three months later, with a preliminary peace deal in place, what has Trump achieved?
9 hour(s) ago
A welcome pivot to logistics reform in the budget, but time for a commission
The proposed national budget for FY2026-27 deserves recognition for placing logistics and trade facilitation closer to the centre of Bangladesh’s economic transformation agenda.
10 hour(s) ago
Algeria coach says errors helped Messi score hattrick to tie World Cup record
Algeria coach Vladimir Petkovic said mistakes from his team had made it easier for Lionel Messi to score the hat-trick that saw him match the World Cupscoring record in Argentina's 3-0 victory in Kansas City on Tuesday.
10 hour(s) ago
Six plays to feature at Rabindra Srijankala University theatre festival
The festival will be held from June 17 to 19 at the Studio Theatre Hall of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, with performances beginning daily at 7pm.
11 hour(s) ago
Messi calls it a 'beautiful moment' after record-breaking World Cup hattrick
The 38-year-old Argentina captain etched another memorable chapter in his glittering career with a brilliant hat-trick in the South Americans' 3-0 win over Algeria at Kansas City's Arrowhead Stadium.
11 hour(s) ago
Asian pop, Latin song categories join Grammy Awards lineup
Among the other newly created categories are Best R&B Collaboration or Duo/Group Performance, Best Traditional Pop Vocal Performance and Best Traditional Folk Album.
11 hour(s) ago
PM reaches Moulvibazar on daylong visit
Goes straight to the historic Victoria High School ground in Sreemangal to join a Family Card distribution programme
11 hour(s) ago
Messi, Mbappe and Haaland: Three stars, one unforgettable World Cup day
The World Cup has always been a stage where legends are born, dreams are realised and history is rewritten. But Tuesday offered something even rarer -- a spectacular celebration of football's past, present and future as Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland all delivered unforgettable performances on the same day.
11 hour(s) ago
Tom Holland confirms marriage to Zendaya
Actor Tom Holland has confirmed that he and longtime partner Zendaya are married, putting months of speculation surrounding the couple’s relationship to rest.
11 hour(s) ago
‘Tribondhon’: Three young artists, distinct visual worlds
Alliance Française de Dhaka (AFD) has long been known for hosting visual arts and crafts exhibitions alongside its performing arts and cultural programmes. The institution has also played an important role in supporting emerging artists by providing them with opportunities to establish themselves in the world of visual art and craft.
11 hour(s) ago
In pictures: Moments from Argentina vs Algeria WC match
Lionel Messi became the first player to feature in six World Cups and marked the milestone with a hat trick to tie the all-time World Cup goals record
11 hour(s) ago
Can a social media ban for children work in Bangladesh?
Banning social media for children in Bangladesh requires robust digital safety alternatives instead of sudden age restrictions.
17 June 2026, 09:29 AM
Magical Messi shines as Argentina begin title defence with 3-0 win over Algeria
Messi netted a spectacular opener from distance in Kansas City, then poked home from close range before completing his first ever World Cup hat-trick to give him a total of 16 goals.
17 June 2026, 09:01 AM
Amid rising debt pressures, a case for sukuk to ease the burden
The government’s proposed Tk 9.38 lakh crore budget for FY2026-27 is the largest in Bangladesh’s history.
17 June 2026, 09:00 AM
Macron winds up G7 with AI, Trump dinner
Trump said Tuesday he had accepted Macron's offer of dinner at Versailles as the palace of the French Sun King Louis XIV is "not gold leaf" but the "real deal".
17 June 2026, 08:38 AM
Elon Musk's AI tool Grok was used in strikes against Iran: US govt
The June 15 brief defends the gas turbines used by a giant data center belonging to the trillionaire's company xAI, which are the target of an environmental lawsuit.
17 June 2026, 08:34 AM
China makes new push to take yuan global, vows vigilance against financial risks
China is stepping up yuan internationalisation efforts, in a bid to reduce its dependence on a global payment system dominated by the US dollar.
17 June 2026, 08:31 AM
The real crisis behind India-Bangladesh border push-ins
Beyond migration, the India-Bangladesh border crisis fails due process, bringing severe push-in phenomena and diplomatic consequences.
17 June 2026, 08:25 AM
Three union names, one troubling pattern
Reverse the naming of unions after family members of state minister
17 June 2026, 08:00 AM
Messi equals all-time goalscoring record at World Cups with hattrick
He completed his hat-trick in the 76th minute, sending the massed ranks of Argentine fans in Kansas City wild.
17 June 2026, 07:34 AM
'He can win games in one moment': Deschamps hails 'extraordinary' Mbappe
"There are still people out there who will criticise him but he is an extraordinary player. Not everything came off for him, but he can win games in one moment," Deschamps said of the Real Madrid superstar.
17 June 2026, 06:48 AM
Lautaro Martinez to start for Argentina against Algeria; Mahrez benched
Lautaro Martinez will share attacking duties with Lionel Messi, who is appearing at a record sixth World Cup.
17 June 2026, 06:43 AM
Haaland double powers Norway to World Cup win over Iraq
The Manchester City striker turned in from close range to give Norway the lead on 29 minutes in Boston, but Aymen Hussein's header brought Iraq level.
17 June 2026, 06:36 AM
Cape Verde withstand Spanish inquisition
It was as if the Spanish Armada had descended upon Atlanta Stadium on Monday, where reigning European champions Spain took on World Cup debutants Cape Verde in their Group H opener widely billed as one of the biggest mismatches of the tournament.
17 June 2026, 04:04 AM
Serena Williams defeated in Berlin ahead of Wimbledon return
Serena Williams suffered a straight sets defeat in the Berlin Open doubles on Tuesday, hours after the confirmation of her return to Wimbledon to play alongside her older sister Venus.
17 June 2026, 03:10 AM
France beat Senegal as Mbappe ignites World Cup opener
France shook themselves awake after a sleepy first half on Tuesday to beat Senegal 3-1 in the New York/New Jersey Stadium for a perfect start to their World Cup campaign.
17 June 2026, 03:05 AM
Neymar back in training with Brazil at World Cup
Brazil forward Neymar, who was diagnosed with a right calf injury in late May, trained at the World Cup for the first time Tuesday in a sign he may be nearing a return.
17 June 2026, 03:03 AM
Infantino celebrates '1 million fans' so far at World Cup matches
FIFA president Gianni Infantino said on Tuesday that one million fans have so far attended matches at the World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
17 June 2026, 02:30 AM
Partially decomposed body of woman recovered from Mirpur flat
Landlord says she was a nurse; man identifying as her husband absconding
17 June 2026, 01:46 AM
Iran deal includes $300 billion fund, more than half of which already committed, source says
Investment fund vehicle contains no government money
17 June 2026, 01:40 AM
One last shot at legacy
Sports can be very cruel. Often, it is the final image that leaves the deepest imprint on fans’ minds.
17 June 2026, 00:30 AM
Bank Asia, CPDL partner to offer home loans to flat buyers
Bank Asia PLC has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with CA Property Development Limited (CPDL), a Chattogram-based real estate and construction company, to provide convenient and attractive home loan facilities to prospective apartment buyers of CPDL projects.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Living Vicariously through Equality Law
There lies a charm in equality. As an idea, it gives a sense of fulfilment, at least when it is articulated: we are all equal.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
4 sued over death of a physician
Four people were sued yesterday for abuse and negligence leading to the death of a physician in Dhaka’s Dhanmondi on June 4 and for later destroying evidence.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
City Bank arranges Tk 234cr for Far East Spinning’s capacity expansion
City Bank PLC has arranged a syndicated term loan worth Tk 234 crore for Far East Spinning Industries PLC to support the company’s ongoing expansion project.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Ad-Din Foundation executive director steps down
Sheikh Mohiuddin, executive director of Ad-din Foundation, has stepped down following the cancellation of the licence of the foundation’s Ad-din Medical College Hospital after the deaths of six newborns last month.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Mediation in criminal cases
Five years ago, the backlog of mediation in Bangladesh covering civil, commercial, banking, family and labour matters stood at about three million cases.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
‘Loud and clear’ Iran won’t have nukes
Doubts swirled around the US‑Iran interim deal to end the war in the Middle East, although US President Donald Trump said yesterday the accord makes clear that Tehran would never be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Turning leather waste into economic value
Bangladesh’s leather sector is widely recognised as one of the country’s key export industries.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Bank of Japan lifts policy rate to 31-yr high
The Bank of Japan lifted its key policy rate to a 31-year high of 1.0 percent on Tuesday, warning of the risk of heightening inflation risks stemming from elevated crude oil prices due to the Middle East conflict and the weak yen.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Bangladesh needs a new social contract for higher education
When it comes to higher education, Bangladesh does not have a funding problem; what it has, instead, is an accountability problem.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Oil price drops to $82
Oil prices slid to fresh three-month lows on Tuesday as markets weighed prospects for a resumption of supplies through the Strait of Hormuz alongside weaker physical demand and scant details on a preliminary deal to end the Iran war.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Abul Barkat gets bail in murder case
A Dhaka court yesterday granted bail to economist Prof Abul Barkat in a murder case linked to the July uprising.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
US military to build war-ready stockpile in Australia: docs
The US military is planning a permanent war-ready weapons stockpile for its Marine Corps on Australia’s southeast coast beyond the range of most Chinese missiles, tender documents show and officials confirmed to AFP.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Ukraine drone sets Moscow oil refinery on fire
A drone hit a major oil refinery just outside Moscow yesterday, triggering a fire and causing damage, Russian authorities said, as Ukraine claimed the attack was retribution for Russia’s own strikes.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Oil markets bet Trump would chicken out on Iran. They won
Never bet against Donald Trump? The oil market appears to have made a risky wager from day one of the Iran war: The US president would not allow the conflict to spiral into a full-blown economic crisis. So traders wouldn’t price one in, no matter what was happening with physical supplies. It was a risky call, but it proved correct.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
8 killed as US B-52 bomber crashes in California
Eight people died when a US B-52 bomber crashed and erupted into a catastrophic fire shortly after takeoff at an air force base in California on Monday, officials said.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Bangla QR scales to 9.63 lakh merchants
Bangla QR, Bangladesh’s interoperable quick response (QR) payment collection system introduced by the central bank, expanded to nearly 9.63 lakh merchants by the end of 2025, reinforcing its role in the digital payments ecosystem.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Referendum must be honoured
Opposition Leader and Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman yesterday warned that if the referendum verdict on the July charter is not implemented in the parliament, it will be realised on the streets.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Holy Ashura on June 26 Muharram moon sighted
Holy Ashura, commemorating the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA), will be observed in the country on June 26 as the Muharram moon was sighted in Bangladesh sky yesterday.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Budget proposes lower deposits for tax appeals
Businesses will face a lower financial burden when contesting tax demands from the next fiscal year, as the government has proposed sharply reduced deposit rates for dispute cases across different stages of appeal.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
‘Returned home in instant protest’
Prime Minister’s Adviser Zahed Ur Rahman yesterday said he decided to return from Delhi airport in an immediate protest against the treatment he received at the hands of Indian immigration authorities.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
More central banks plan to boost gold reserves
A record 45 percent of the reserve managers surveyed by the World Gold Council, up 2 percentage points from a year ago, expect to increase their own institutions’ gold holdings over the next 12 months, the international organization said on Tuesday.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Made in Bangladesh jerseys reach FIFA World Cup 2026
Jerseys manufactured in Bangladesh were worn by the Cape Verde national team during their World Cup debut match against Spain
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Local govt polls may begin Sept-Oct
LGRD Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir yesterday said the local government elections may begin in phases from September or October.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
China zone across the tunnel gets green light
The Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (Ecnec) yesterday approved a Tk 4,189 crore project to build supporting infrastructure for the Chinese Economic and Industrial Zone (CEIZ) in Chattogram’s Anwara.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Japan chamber welcomes budget, urges reform delivery
The Japan-Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JBCCI) has welcomed the proposed national budget for the fiscal year 2026-27, saying it reflects the government’s efforts to maintain macroeconomic stability, control inflation, and create a more investment-friendly environment despite ongoing global economic uncertainty.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Mir Nadia Nivin made chairman of Idra
The government has appointed Mir Nadia Nivin as the chairman of the Insurance Development and Regulatory Authority (Idra) for a three-year term.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
ACC moves to bring back ex-IGP Benazir from Dubai
The ACC has prepared the necessary documents to initiate the return of former IGP Benazir Ahmed, who was arrested by Dubai Police in the United Arab Emirates.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Murder of 7yr-old: Locals attack police to snatch, beat up suspects
Angry locals yesterday attacked a police team in Lalmonirhat’s Aditmari upazila while attempting to snatch two rape-murder suspects from custody and beat them up, leaving several officers injured.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Southeast Bank holds workshop on empowering women entrepreneurs
Southeast Bank PLC recently organised a workshop, titled “Empowering Women Entrepreneurs of the Bank through Strengthening Customer Service”, at the bank’s training institute in Dhaka.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
New budget faces revenue execution risks: Fitch
Fitch said revenue collection would be the main test of the budget’s credibility
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
‘OC ordered constables to fire at us’
A former Islami Chhatra Shibir leader yesterday told the International Crimes Tribunal-1 that police shot him and another activist in the legs after arresting them in Jashore in 2016.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Criticise, don’t sensationalise
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman yesterday urged journalists to criticise constructively while avoiding sensationalism.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
LB Group delegation visits Aqua Paints factory in Dhaka
A three-member delegation from LB Group, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of titanium dioxide (TiO₂), visited Octagon Fibres & Chemicals Limited (OFCL), a factory of Aqua Paints, in Dhaka yesterday.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Capital position of Bangladeshi banks turns negative
It is the weakest in South Asia as hidden bad loans surfaced after 2024 political changeover
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Put women at centre of climate adaptation
Speakers at the 3rd Annual Community of Practice Network Convention 2026 yesterday called for greater recognition of women’s leadership, local knowledge, unpaid care work, and contributions to climate adaptation, agriculture and sustainable development.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
60% of all loans distressed
Distressed loans in the banking sector soared 44.3 percent year-on-year to a record Tk 10,91,848 crore in 2025, reflecting the sector’s deepening fragility.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Dutch-Bangla Bank approves 30% dividend
Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC has approved a 30 percent dividend, including a 25 percent cash dividend, for the year that ended on December 31, 2025.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Jisan sent to jail in rape case
A Cumilla Court yesterday sent expelled Islami Chhatra Shibir leader Jisan Mia Pradhan to jail in a case filed over the alleged rape of a woman and forced abortion.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Almost 2.4m refugees need resettling in 2027: UN
Almost 2.4 million refugees will need resettling next year, the United Nations said yesterday, at a time when a number of countries have slashed resettlement spots.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Dist admin halts soil excavation near Padma rail link bridge
The Narayanganj administration yesterday halted the excavation of soil near the pillars of a Padma rail link bridge in Aliganj, Fatullah, following locals’ concerns that the work could harm the structure.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Myanmar inflation hits 25% on fuel shock: WB
Myanmar’s inflation spiked to nearly 25 percent as shocks from the Middle East conflict compounded the effects of the country’s civil war, the World Bank said Tuesday.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
One more dies with measles-like symptoms
One more person died from suspected measles in the country in the 24 hours until yesterday, according to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), reports BSS.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Stop possible arrest over 2019 attacks
Sri Lanka’s former president Gotabaya Rajapaksa yesterday asked a court to prevent his potential arrest over the Easter Sunday bombings in 2019 that killed 279 people.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Crime in Mohammadpur: OC, SI hacked by suspected robbers
Two police officers and four suspected gangsters were injured during a drive in response to a daring daylight robbery incident in Dhaka’s Mohammadpur yesterday.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Monzurur Rahman re-elected chairman of Pubali Bank
Monzurur Rahman has been re-elected chairman of Pubali Bank PLC for another two-year term.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
2 shot dead in Narsingdi clash
Two people were killed and several were injured as two rival groups clashed in Narsingdi’s Raipura upazila early yesterday.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
FBI disrupted attack plot on fight night
US law enforcement disrupted a plot to attack the White House during a mixed martial arts event attended by US President Donald Trump and other top officials over the weekend, FBI Director Kash Patel said yesterday.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Two killed, 40 hurt in Habiganj clash over road dispute
Two men were killed and at least 40 others injured on Monday after people of two villages in Habiganj’s Bahubal upazila clashed twice over a dispute regarding access to a road beside a graveyard.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Citizens Bank organises 5th AGM
Citizens Bank PLC recently organised its 5th annual general meeting (AGM) at its head office in Dhaka.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Jubo Dal leader met Rab men before killing
Jubo Dal leader Masudul Haque Masud, who was shot dead in broad daylight at a market in Chattogram’s Raozan upazila on Saturday, had met several Rab-7 members at a local restaurant shortly before the killing.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
‘I’m gonna do whatever I can’
US President Donald Trump said yesterday that Russia should make a peace deal with Ukraine, adding that he would do what he could to end the war after a “very good” meeting between President Volodymyr Zelensky and Group of Seven leaders at a summit in France.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM
Scientists find 64,000sq miles of resilient coral reef
Scientists have identified nearly 166,000 sq km (64,000 sq miles) of coral reefs that are capable of surviving and recovering from climate change, three times more than previously estimated, research showed yesterday.
17 June 2026, 00:00 AM