Pakistan army helicopter crash kills five
An army helicopter crashed in northern Pakistan on Monday, killing all five people on board, the military said.
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Robi, Grameenphone unveil commercial 5G services
The country鈥檚 two leading telecom operators, Robi Axiata PLC and Grameenphone, officially launched commercial 5G services on Monday, both claiming to be the first telecom operators.
TOAB to host Bangladesh鈥檚 largest tourism fair on October 30
The thirteenth edition of the Bangladesh Travel and Tourism Fair, one of the country鈥檚 largest tourism fairs, will be held from October 30 at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre.
Bangladesh blow away Netherlands to clinch T20I series
Bangladesh put on a strong all-round display as they beat Netherlands by nine wickets in the second of the three-match T20I series at the Sylhet International Stadium on Monday.
BNP, NCP vow to uphold amity in politics
Leaders of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party and the National Citizen Party on Monday pledged to uphold democratic culture and revive the spirit of cordial relations among political parties that once defined Bangladesh鈥檚 politics.
China marks 80th anniv of World Anti-Fascist War victory in Dhaka
Chinese Embassy in Dhaka on Monday hosted a seminar commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory in the World Anti-Fascist War, with Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen urging the international community to safeguard peace, uphold justice and resist attempts to distort history.
39 die of dengue in August in Bangladesh
A total of 39 people died of dengue while 10,496 cases were reported in the month of August, according to the Directorate General of Health Services.
Donnarumma set for move to City, says Gattuso
Italian international goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma will undergo a medical and sign for Manchester City on transfer deadline day, his national coach Gennaro Gattuso said Monday.
Bangladesh interim govt ensures EC can function independently: CEC
The chief election commissioner, AMM Nasir Uddin, on Monday said the chief adviser of Bangladesh鈥檚 interim government has made all arrangements to ensure that the Election Commission can perform its responsibilities independently.
Philippines envoy for greater partnership with Bangladesh
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Philippines in Bangladesh Nina P Cainglet on Sunday at a lecture in the city said that the two countries had the potential for greater cooperation in various sectors, including energy, agriculture and education.
BAU students block rail line for 2nd day
The students of Bangladesh Agricultural University continued their protests for the second day running on Monday, demanding apology from the vice-chancellor, resignation of the proctorial body and action against outsiders and some teachers for...
US expects fair polls in Bangladesh: Jacobson
US Charge d鈥� Affaires in Dhaka Tracey Ann Jacobson on Monday said the US does not support any particular party, politician or election outcome as it expects fair elections in an atmosphere of peace and security early next year.
Son's long-awaited LAFC home debut ends in defeat
Son Heung-min's first home game with Los Angeles FC ended in a 2-1 defeat on Sunday with Anders Dreyer scoring the winner for San Diego.
ACC to sue Saima, 8 business group chiefs
The Anti-Corruption Commission is set to file a case today against 35 people, including deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina鈥檚 daughter Saima Wazed Putul, chairs of eight business groups and former principal secretary Nojibur Rahman over...
TI chair Francois Valerian to arrive in Bangladesh Tuesday for 3-Day Visit
Francois Valerian, chair of the International Board of Directors of Transparency International, is scheduled to arrive in Dhaka on Tuesday for a three-day visit.
Nur stable, shifted to cabin from ICU: DMCH director
Gono Odhikar Parishad president Nurul Haque Nur, who sustained injuries to his head and nose in an attack during the August 29 clash in the capital, was shifted to a cabin from the intensive care unit of Dhaka Medical College Hospital on Monday.
Leverkusen sack Erik Ten Hag after two league matches
Bayer Leverkusen have sacked manager Erik Ten Hag after just two Bundesliga matches in charge, the club announced on Monday.
DUCSU polls back on as SC overturns HC stay amid campus protests
The Appellate Division on Monday cleared the way for the Dhaka University Central Students鈥� Union elections on September 9 by overturning a High Court order that stayed the elections.
HC halts DUCSU election until Oct 21
The High Court on Monday put a stay on the Dhaka University Central Students鈥� Union (DUCSU) election until October 21.
Army chief聽meets president, chief adviser
Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman on Monday paid courtesy calls on president Mohammed Shahabuddin and chief adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus.
Professor Yunus to hold meeting with leaders of seven more parties tomorrow
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus is going to hold a meeting with the leaders of seven more political parties on Tuesday...
Initial enthusiasm for reform in Bangladesh largely faded: Debapriya
Distinguished fellow of the Centre for Policy Dialogue Debapriya Bhattacharya on Monday said that the initial enthusiasm for reforms, which emerged after the interim government鈥檚 takeover, has largely faded...
CU suspends exams until Sept 4
The University of Chittagong on Monday suspended all examinations until September 4 in the aftermath of violent clashes between university students and villagers of Jobra.
Afghanistan quake kills 800
A massive rescue operation was underway in Afghanistan on Monday, after a strong earthquake collapsed homes onto sleeping families in a remote, mountainous region, killing more than 800 people with the toll expected to rise, Taliban authorities said.
Leaders of different Eurasian countries gather with China鈥檚 Xi for summit ceremony
Russia and Belarus presidents joined two dozen Eurasian leaders on Monday at a ceremony hosted by China鈥檚 Xi Jinping, on the final day of a showpiece summit aimed at putting Beijing front and centre of regional relations...
Kim Jong Un visits new missiles before China trip
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected the country鈥檚 new missile production line, state media reported, ahead of his visit to China to attend Beijing鈥檚 massive military parade...
Journalist found dead in Khulna鈥檚 Rupsha Bridge area
Police recovered the body of a journalist from the base of pillar no. 2 of the Rupsha Bridge in Khulna on Sunday evening.
Police facing challenges over polls: DMP commissioner
Dhaka Metropolitan Police commissioner SM Sazzat Ali on Sunday said that the law enforcement agencies were facing various challenges over the next national elections.
HC judge resigns amid SJC probe
High Court judge Md Akhtaruzzaman has tendered his resignation to the president, Mohammad Shahabuddin, amid a Supreme Judicial Council inquiry into his alleged misconduct.
JULY CHARTER:聽NCC resumes talks with parties today聽
The National Consensus Commission is set to resume its dialogue with political parties today to finalise the draft July National Charter 2025 amid debates still going on some crucial issues of state reforms.