Exclusive

Publication

Byline

Five fishermen jailed for catching jatka amid ban in Chandpur

Chandpur, April 14 -- A mobile court has sentenced five fishermen to jail for catching jatka in violation of a government ban in the Meghna River in Chandpur Sadar upazila. During the drive, three fi... Read More


Door of dialogue must remain open to address challenges in Dhaka-Delhi ties: Adviser Humaiun

Dhaka, April 14 -- Prime Minister's Foreign Affairs Adviser Humaiun Kobir has said the challenges that exist in the Bangladesh-India relationship can be resolved if both sides remain engaged in dialog... Read More


Dhaka seminar commemorates Ayatollah Khamenei's 40th day of martyrdom

Dhaka, April 14 -- A seminar and memorial meeting were held at the University of Dhaka on Monday afternoon marking the 40th day of the martyrdom of Ali Khamenei, former Supreme Leader of the Islamic R... Read More


Smuggler held with gold bars worth Tk 2.48 crore in Chuadanga

, April 13 -- Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) on Monday detained a suspected smuggler along with 10 gold bars worth approximately Tk 2.48 crore during an anti-smuggling drive in Chuadanga. The detainee... Read More


US begins blockade of Iranian ports after talks fail

Dhaka, April 13 -- A deadline set by Donald Trump for imposing a naval blockade on Iran has passed, with the United States moving to restrict access to Iranian ports. The US president announced plans... Read More


Rain, thundershowers likely in Dhaka, 3 divisions

, April 13 -- Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has predicted rains in parts of four divisions including Dhaka in 24 hours commencing 9am on Monday. "Rain or thunder showers accompanied by t... Read More


Telenor CEO meets PM Tarique

Dhaka, April 13 -- President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)of Norway-based telecom company Telenor Group Benedicte Schilbred Fasmer met Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Monday. The meeting was hel... Read More


Sundarbans drive: 61 robber gang members held in 18 months

, April 13 -- A total of 61 members of various robber gangs have been detained in joint operations over the past 18 months. Captain Mohammad Mesbaul Islam, Zonal Commander of Coast Guard West Zone He... Read More


Film 'Cha Gorom' premieres

Dhaka, April 13 -- The highly anticipated film Cha Gorom premiered at Star Cineplex on Monday, drawing cultural influencers, government officials, development partners, industry professionals, and jou... Read More


Renewable energy seen as key to tackling Bangladesh's energy crisis: BSREA

Dhaka, April 13 -- Bangladesh is facing a deepening energy crisis driven by heavy reliance on imported fuels, rising global prices, and mounting pressure on foreign exchange reserves, according to the... Read More