IFIPLC holds 364th board meeting
Islamic Finance and Investment PLC on Monday held its 364th board meeting at its head office, said a press release...
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Trade on agenda as Trump lands in Scotland for diplomacy and golf
US president Donald Trump landed in Scotland on Friday for a five-day visit set to mix diplomacy, business and leisure, as a huge UK security operation swung into place amid planned protests near his family-owned golf resorts...
Economics of digital services
In a stunning development that shook North American trade diplomacy, President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that the United States is 鈥榯erminating ALL discussions on trade with Canada鈥� in retaliation for Ottawa鈥檚 implementation of a digital services tax, DST, targeting US tech firms. Trump, known for his aggressive trade posturing, condemned Canada鈥檚...
Indian state blames RCB for deadly stampede
State authorities blamed the management of India鈥檚 Royal Challengers Bengaluru cricket team for last month鈥檚 deadly stampede during celebrations for their first IPL title.
IPL value surges to $18.5b: report
The Indian Premier League's business value has been estimated at $18.5 billion with reigning champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru its wealthiest franchise, according to a report by an investment bank.
Hindutva鈥檚 myopic diplomacy
THEY haven鈥檛 a clue about diplomacy on the big stage nor about getting along, leave alone being popular, with the neighbours. Hindutva and its leaders are all about a parochial and violent quest at home they want to fulfil by tearing up a centuries-old social fabric, a challenge in which they will likely never succeed. Their USP was their anti-communism. The West...
SC stays AL-era judicial disciplinary rules
The Appellate Division on Sunday stayed its March 1, 2018 order that upheld the Bangladesh Judicial Service (Disciplinary) Rules 2017, framed during the Awami League regime...
Verdict on judges鈥� disciplinary rules review due June 29
The Supreme Court has set Sunday for delivering order on the review petition filed against the much-discussed gazette of the service disciplinary rules for lower court judges...
Int鈥檒 Day of Women in Diplomacy observed
The Embassy of the Netherlands in Dhaka, in collaboration with the Centre for Governance Studies, a non-government think tank, hosted a discussion with members of major political parties to highlight the challenges women face in politics and diplomacy marking the International Day of Women in Diplomacy on Tuesday in the city.
Udichi faction announces national committee, other rejects
A faction of Bangladesh Udichi Shipligoshthi on Sunday rejected the national committee by another faction formed on June 20, terming it as illegal as per their constitution.
Kamal Lohani鈥檚 fifth death anniversary observed
Bangladesh Udichi Shipligoshthi on Friday observed the fifth anniversary of the death of its former president and journalist Kamal Lohani at Satyen Sen Chattar on Topkhana Road in the capital Dhaka.
India, Canada resume diplomatic ties
India and Canada agreed Tuesday to return ambassadors to each other鈥檚 capitals, turning a page on a bitter spat over an assassination as Canada鈥檚 new leader welcomed counterpart Narendra Modi...
Professor Yunus, the crown, and diplomatic impropriety!
PROFESSOR Muhammad Yunus鈥檚 recent visit to London, marked by the distinguished honour of receiving the King Charles III Harmony Award 2025, was a moment of significance鈥攏ot only for him personally but also for the Bangladeshis and the wider global community who value peace, equity, and sustainable development. It also, perhaps unintentionally, served as...
At least 11 killed in stampede at India cricket celebrations
At least 11 people were killed in a stampede Wednesday as a tightly packed crowd celebrated the victory of their home cricket team in the Indian city of Bengaluru, the state's chief minister said.
Punjab stand in way of Kohli's IPL dream as new winners await
Punjab Kings stand in the way of Virat Kohli's dream of finally winning the Indian Premier League in Tuesday's final at the world's biggest cricket stadium.
India's in-form Sudharsan to draw on county stints for England Tests
In-form Sai Sudharsan will draw on county cricket experience as he switches from the IPL to the five-day game for his first Test tour with India when they travel to England.
Mumbai say 'winning mentality' can deliver record sixth IPL title
A proven 鈥榳inning mentality鈥� and seasoned campaigners such as Rohit Sharma can propel five-time champions Mumbai Indians to more IPL glory, head coach Mahela Jayawardene says.
Teenage ton, pricey flop: Highs and lows as IPL enters playoffs
The Indian Premier League has finally reached the playoff stage, later than planned, leaving four teams to battle for the title beginning on Thursday. AFP Sport highlights the best and worst of the T20 league in 2025 -- from a 14-year-old bursting onto the scene to deadly armed conflict bringing a dramatic halt to the action.
Ahmedabad to host IPL final in revised schedule
The Indian Premier League final will be played in Ahmedabad, the country's cricket board said Tuesday as it announced the venues for the playoffs of the T20 tournament.
Udichi faction calls national conference for June 20
A faction of Bangladesh Udichi Shipligoshthi on Tuesday called their 鈥榰nfinished鈥� national conference for June 20 at a press conference, while another faction of the organisation said that it was illegal according to their constitution...
Udichi protests at attack on nat鈥檒 anthem event
Bangladesh Udichi Shipligoshthi on Friday protested at an attack on its national anthem singing programme in Bogura on May 14.
Mustafiz set to get NOC for two IPL matches
Mustafizur Rahman asked for a No Objection Certificate to participate in the Indian Premier League, but the Bangladesh Cricket Board on Thursday said that the left-arm pacer would be granted an NOC considering the national team鈥檚 duty.
Maiden Diplomatic Badminton & Table Tennis Tournament starts Friday
The first-ever Diplomatic Badminton and Table Tennis Tournament is scheduled to begin at the premises of International School Dhaka in the Bashundhara residential area in the city on Friday.
Delhi sign Mustafiz, BCB unaware
Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman was roped in by IPL franchise Delhi Capitals on Wednesday as a replacement for Australia batter Jake Fraser-McGurk for the remainder of the season...
Mustafiz makes IPL return with record-breaking Delhi Capitals deal
Bangladesh left-hand pacer Mustafizur Rahman is set to make his return to the Indian Premier League, having been signed by Delhi Capitals as a replacement player. He will join Delhi Capitals for six crore rupees.
Players stuck in middle with IPL, national teams on collision course
The IPL resumes Saturday after its suspension because of the India-Pakistan conflict, but there are doubts over foreign players and the extended schedule has sparked a showdown with international cricket.
IPL to resume on May 17
The remainder of the Indian Premier League will be played between May 17 and June 3 across six venues, the country鈥檚 cricket board announced Monday.
IPL suspended for one week over India-Pakistan conflict
The Indian Premier League 2025 has been suspended indefinitely due to escalating border tensions between India and Pakistan, the Board of Control for Cricket in India confirmed.
IPL match relocated as India, Pakistan attacks intensify
India's IPL cricket match on Sunday between Mumbai and Punjab has been moved to Gujarat, local media reported Thursday, quoting the state's cricket authorities.
Pant under pressure as record IPL buy fails to justify price tag
Pressure is mounting on record Indian Premier League signing Rishabh Pant with Lucknow Super Giants badly needing their captain to find his brilliant best with the bat if they are to have any chance of making the playoffs.