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Low yields, uncertain prices worry jute farmers in Lalmonirhat

, Aug. 28 -- Jute farmers in Lalmonirhat are facing a difficult season as lower-than-expected yields and uncertainty over market prices raise fears of further losses. Farmers fear that unless they re... Read More


Be patient as govt works to revive fragile economy: Chief Whip

Dhaka, Aug. 28 -- Chief Whip Md Nurul Islam on Friday urged people to remain patient and support the government as it works to revive what he described as a fragile economy. "During this time of cris... Read More


KU first-year admission tests Dec 17-18; KUET on Jan 8

Khulna, Aug. 28 -- Khulna University (KU) will hold admission tests for first-year undergraduate (honours) courses for the 2026-27 academic year on December 17 and 18 next. The decision was taken at ... Read More


Delhi spells out Mecca Pact has security implications for India

Dhaka, Aug. 28 -- India on Friday said the "Mecca Pact" has security implications for India, noting that it is closely following developments that have implications for its national security. "We con... Read More


Bangladesh-China sign MoU to boost technical education, skills development

Dhaka, Aug. 28 -- Bangladesh and China have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a training centre under the China-Bangladesh Vocational Education, Training and Research Centre, ope... Read More


3 buffaloes die, 25 fall ill after allegedly eating poisoned grass in Patuakhali

Patuakhali, Aug. 28 -- At least three buffaloes died and 25 fell seriously ill after allegedly eating grass laced with poison at a char in Bauphal upazila of Patuakhali. The incident occurred at Lal ... Read More


Barcelona secure victory over Athletic Bilbao as Osasuna stun Celta

MADRID, Aug. 28 -- FC Barcelona maintained its perfect start to the season with a 2-0 home win over Athletic Bilbao on Thursday night. Goals from Raphinha in the 37th minute and Fermin Lopez in the 8... Read More


Israeli airstrikes continue in S. Lebanon

BEIRUT, Aug. 28 -- Israeli warplanes launched multiple airstrikes across southern Lebanon on Thursday evening, the Lebanese National News Agency(NNA) reported. Strikes targeted the Wadi Slouqi area i... Read More


One killed, another injured in Manikganj road accident

Manikganj, Aug. 28 -- A motorcyclist was killed and another rider seriously injured on Friday afternoon after a bus hit their motorcycle on the Dhaka-Aricha Highway in Manikganj. The accident occurre... Read More


Govt official seeks security after alleged extortion threats and attacks on family by ex BNP leader

LALMONIRHAT, Aug. 28 -- An assistant youth development officer on Friday sought security for himself and his family, alleging that a local BNP leader has driven him from his home and is holding his mo... Read More