Exclusive

Publication

Byline

Location

Does the Extradition Policy Allow Hasina's Return?

Dhaka, Dec. 18 -- The existence of an extradition treaty between Bangladesh and India has revived a contentious question: does the policy actually allow Sheikh Hasina's return, or does it merely offer... Read More


Amar Ekushey Book Fair starts Feb 20

Dhaka, Dec. 18 -- The Bangla Academy has announced that the Amar Ekushey Book Fair 2026, the country's largest annual literary gathering, will begin on February 20 and run through March 15, marking a ... Read More


14 Secretariat employees suspended over protest

Dhaka, Dec. 18 -- The government has suspended 14 Secretariat employees over their alleged involvement in protests demanding the introduction of a so-called "Secretariat allowance," escalating a confr... Read More


JaPa to contest in all 300 seats

Dhaka, Dec. 18 -- The Jatiya Party, led by GM Quader, has announced it will field candidates in all 300 constituencies for the parliamentary polls, despite concerns over "voting fairness", Secretary G... Read More


Delhi urges Dhaka to ensure security of Indian missions

Dhaka, Dec. 18 -- Diplomatic tensions between India and Bangladesh sharpened as New Delhi summoned Bangladesh's High Commissioner, M Riaz Hamidullah, over what it described as a deteriorating security... Read More


EC to send SMS to govt officials for reg

Dhaka, Dec. 18 -- The Election Commission (EC) has directed the concerned authorities to send SMS notifications to all government officials and employees, urging them to enroll for voting through post... Read More


Biman sets body cameras

Dhaka, Dec. 18 -- Biman Bangladesh Airlines has introduced body cameras for baggage-handling staff at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to strengthen security, transparency and accountability in ... Read More


Tough days ahead as conspiracies persist, warns Tarique Rahman

Dhaka, Dec. 17 -- BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Tuesday urged party leaders and activists to remain alert and united, warning that the days ahead will be challenging as conspiracies against th... Read More


Dhaka rejects Indian advice on election process: Touhid

Dhaka, Dec. 17 -- Foreign Adviser Md Touhid Hossain today said Dhaka does not seek advice from India on Bangladesh's election process, calling New Delhi's recent comments unacceptable while reaffirmin... Read More


Trump says orders blockade of 'sanctioned' Venezuela oil tankers

Dhaka, Dec. 17 -- US President Donald Trump announced Tuesday a blockade of "sanctioned oil vessels" heading to and leaving Venezuela, sharply escalating his pressure campaign against Caracas while is... Read More