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16 witnesses testify in Tabassum rape-murder case; law minister orders speedy trial

Jhenaidah, June 18 -- Testimony from 16 witnesses has been recorded in the rape and murder case of four-year-old Tabassum in Kaliganj upazila of Jhenaidah, with the trial proceeding swiftly under spec... Read More


Cultural Affairs Ministry pledges continued support for folk artists

Dhaka, June 17 -- The Ministry of Cultural Affairs remains steadfast in its commitment to supporting grassroots folk artists who preserve the rich heritage of Bengali folk music. In recognition of he... Read More


Madrasa principal arrested over alleged sexual assault of student in Savar

Savar, June 17 -- Police have arrested the principal of a madrasa in Savar following a case filed over the alleged sexual assault of a student at the institution. The case was filed against Maulana G... Read More


Two teenage friends drown in Meghna River in Narayanganj

Narayanganj, June 17 -- Two teenage friends drowned while bathing in the Meghna River in Sonargaon upazila of Narayanganj on Wednesday afternoon. The deceased were identified as Md Kayes, 13, son of ... Read More


Light to moderate rain likely in parts of country

Dhaka, June 17 -- Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecast rains in parts of the country in 24 hours commencing 9 am on Wednesday. According to the latest Met Office bulletin, rains ma... Read More


2 workers die after falling from under-construction building in Mymensingh

Mymensingh, June 17 -- Two construction workers were killed after falling from an eight-storey under-construction building in Mymensingh city on Wednesday evening. One of the deceased was identified ... Read More


Islami Bank's stability crucial for national economic health: BB representative

Dhaka, June 17 -- The stability of Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC (IBB) is an indispensable element for the country's overall economic health, said Mohammad Zahir Hussain, Executive Director of Bangladesh... Read More


Farmers facing hurdles despite rise in agriculture budget: Experts

Dhaka, June 17 -- table discussion on Wednesday observed that although the proposed national budget for fiscal year 2026-27 has increased allocations for the agriculture sector, farmers continue to fa... Read More


PM leaves Dhaka for Moulvibazar via Sylhet

Dhaka, June 17 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman left Dhaka for Moulvibazar on Wednesday morning to attend two family card distribution programmes and a political meeting. Prime Minister's Additional ... Read More


PM on way to Moulvibazar on daylong visit

Dhaka, June 17 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman left Dhaka for Moulvibazar on Wednesday morning to attend two family card distribution programmes and a political meeting. He arrived at Sylhet Osmani ... Read More