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BNP leader Tarique seeks support of Bangladeshi Hindus for a 'safe democratic Bangladesh'

Dhaka, Feb. 28 -- BNP's Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has called the general election a "big opportunity" to establish a safe democratic Bangladesh for people of all religions and backgrounds. He ur... Read More


NCP Convenor Nahid says Bangladesh will never be divided again

Dhaka, Feb. 28 -- Nahid Islam, the convenor of the newly formed National Citizen Party, or NCP, has said Bangladesh will never be divided again and that there will be no place for pro-India or pro-Pak... Read More


Biman jet off to Bangkok retreats to Dhaka after oxygen levels drop

Dhaka, Feb. 28 -- A Bangkok-bound Biman Bangladesh Airlines jet has flown back to Dhaka from Myanmar after cabin pressure dropped mid-air. The passengers later flew to their destination in another je... Read More


Last Children's Hour at Ekushey Book Fair fizzles out on a dull note

Dhaka, Feb. 28 -- The last Friday of the Amar Ekushey Book Fair saw children flocking to the dedicated kids' zone with their parents, filling the morning air with excitement. However, the absence of ... Read More


New student-led party's journey to 'fulfil youth expectations': Asif Nazrul

Dhaka, Feb. 28 -- The new political party formed by leaders from the July Uprising is setting out to fulfil the "expectations of students and the youth", says Law Advisor Asif Nazrul. On Friday, the ... Read More


Operation Devil Hunt: nationwide arrests cross 10,000 in 18 days

Dhaka, Feb. 28 -- Joint forces have arrested another 743 individuals on the 19th day of the nationwide crackdown styled "Operation Devil Hunt". According to a separate account given by the Police Hea... Read More


When will Ramadan begin in Bangladesh? Decision on Saturday

Dhaka, Feb. 28 -- The start date of Ramadan, the Muslim month of fasting and reflection, in Bangladesh is set to be confirmed on Saturday. The National Moon Sighting Committee is scheduled to meet at... Read More


Stage set for NCP's debut rally at Manik Mia Avenue

Dhaka, Feb. 28 -- The new student-led political party -- the National Citizens Party, or NCP -- is set to make its debut by discussing a "new political paradigm". All preparations for the party's ina... Read More


Man falls off train roof, dies in Chattogram

Dhaka, Feb. 27 -- A man has died after falling off the roof of a Cox's Bazar-bound train in Chattogram. The incident occurred on the Saikat Express near West Gomdandi Rail Gate in Boalkhali Upazila o... Read More


BNP kicks off extended meeting to hear expectations of grassroots leaders

Dhaka, Feb. 27 -- The Bangladesh Nationalist Party, or BNP, has launched its first extended meeting in seven years with recitations from the Quran and a performance of the national anthem. The openin... Read More