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Research.com places IUB highest among Bangladesh's private universities

Dhaka, June 9 -- Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB) has ranked as the top private university in Bangladesh in the Research.com Best Universities in Bangladesh 2025/2026 Ranking. The university ... Read More


Advisor Titumir says employment, production, social protection anchor economic reset plan

Dhaka, June 9 -- Bangladesh is entering a new fiscal year burdened by inflation that refuses to ease, persistent joblessness, weakening investment, energy insecurity and shrinking fiscal space -- a co... Read More


Man hacked to death in Jashore after protesting niece's 'harassment'

Dhaka, June 9 -- A mason has been beaten and hacked to death in Jashore's Manirampur after protesting the alleged harassment of his niece, police say. The attack occurred around 9:30pm on Monday outs... Read More


Who's who in the BCB panel led by Tamim Iqbal

Dhaka, June 9 -- A day after the board of directors assumed office, newly appointed chairman of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) Tamim Iqbal has announced the names of the chiefs of different depart... Read More


Economic crisis can't be overcome without 'political will,' says Masrur Reaz

Dhaka, June 9 -- Overcoming Bangladesh's current macroeconomic challenges relies largely on the political will of those in power, economist Masrur Reaz says. According to him, progress will only be p... Read More


Japan confirms $312mn loan for Bangladesh's energy sector

Dhaka, June 9 -- Tokyo has officially confirmed it will provide Dhaka with $312 million to increase economic resilience and ensure a stable energy supply. The Economic Relations Division (ERD) signed... Read More


4 die as pickup crashes into parked truck in Tangail

Dhaka, June 9 -- Four people have died after a poultry-laden pickup truck crashed into the back of a bamboo-laden truck in Tangail's Sakhipur. The accident occurred near Kalia Bazar on the Sakhipur-S... Read More


HC grants Dipu Moni bail in another case, issues rulings in seven more

Dhaka, June 9 -- The High Court has granted bail to former Awami League minister Dipu Moni in another case, and issued a ruling asking why she should not be granted bail in seven others. The order ca... Read More


India's nuclear stockpile rises to 190 warheads, surpassing Pakistan: SIPRI

Dhaka, June 9 -- India has increased its nuclear arsenal to an estimated 190 warheads, overtaking neighbouring Pakistan's stockpile of 170, NDTV reports. According to the latest yearbook by the Stock... Read More


Jamaat sets out Tk 8.39tn 'shadow budget' for FY2027

Dhaka, June 9 -- Opposition Jamaat-e-Islami has proposed a Tk 8.39 trillion "shadow budget" ahead of the government's spending plan for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The proposal prioritises public admini... Read More