Premier League board approve Chelsea takeover

Todd Boehly's proposed takeover of Chelsea moved a step closer to completion on Tuesday when the Premier League board announced it had approved his purchase of the London club.
25 May 2022, 02:00 AM

Inflation, forex pressure: Govt moves to rein them in

The government has ramped up its measures to contain the pressure on foreign currency reserves and inflation, drafting an action plan to discourage non-essential imports and bring relief to the poor and the vulnerable from the spiralling cost of living.
25 May 2022, 02:00 AM

Ibra's nose auctioned by protesters

A group of supporters from Malmo are auctioning three replica noses based on the infamous statue of Zlatan Ibrahimovic that was erected in his home city before it was removed and put in storage following attempts to vandalise it.
24 May 2022, 18:59 PM

Miller, Pandya propel Gujarat into final

South African batsman David Miller smashed an unbeaten 68 to lead newcomers Gujarat Titans into the Indian Premier league final with a seven-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals on Tuesday.
24 May 2022, 18:14 PM

BBC’s 'Manchester United are rubbish' gaffe

The BBC was forced to apologise to Manchester United fans on Tuesday after a message appeared on their news ticker labelling the Premier League club as "rubbish".
24 May 2022, 14:02 PM

Cultivating paddy alongside sugarcane? Agri engineers come up with new method

Agriculture engineers of Bangladesh Sugarcrop Research Institute (BSRI) have come up with a new technology of cultivating paddy as co-crop with sugarcane.
24 May 2022, 13:54 PM

Kings eliminated from AFC Cup

Bashundhara Kings failed to progress to the knockout phase of the AFC Cup despite a 2-1 win against Gokulam Kerala of India in their last group match at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Tuesday.
24 May 2022, 12:54 PM

From Nadal shirt to Nadal on the dirt for France's Moutet

As a child, Corentin Moutet was such a dedicated fan of Rafael Nadal that he used to sleep in one of the Spanish star's trademark sleeveless shirts.
24 May 2022, 12:25 PM

Ancelotti 'respects' Mbappe decision

Carlo Ancelotti said on Tuesday he "respects" Kylian Mbappe's decision to stay at Paris Saint-Germain but insisted Real Madrid's players are fully focused on the Champions League final.
24 May 2022, 12:14 PM

Russian star Medvedev wins Roland Garros opener

World number two Daniil Medvedev coasted into the French Open second round Tuesday, beating Argentina's 103rd-ranked Facundo Bagnis 6-2, 6-2, 6-2.
24 May 2022, 11:49 AM

Shakib strikes late but SL finish strong on Day 2

Sri Lanka lost two wickets in the final session of Day 2 of their second Test against Bangladesh in Mirpur today but the visitors still remain in a strong position.
24 May 2022, 11:41 AM

Sri Lanka go for Tea unscathed

After an eventful morning session, with records made and broken in abundance, the second session on Day 2 of the second Test between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka did not see much action at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur today.
24 May 2022, 09:12 AM

A Test of numerous records

Bangladesh's first innings score of 365 against Sri Lanka in the second Test in Mirpur is the highest score ever achieved by a team in Tests after six of their batters departed for ducks. 
24 May 2022, 07:37 AM

Records in sight for SL as morning session ends

Sri Lanka could see themselves becoming part of a few unique records after the lunch break on the second day of their second Test against hosts Bangladesh in Mirpur today. 
24 May 2022, 06:31 AM

Rajitha makes the new ball talk again

Sri Lanka pacer Kasun Rajitha’s grip said it was going to be an outswinger. The seam position after release was of an outswinger too. But Rajitha’s plan was to use the uncertainty of the scrambled seam and the delivery pitched right outside off stump and jagged back in sharply, cutting Liton Das in half. 
24 May 2022, 05:51 AM

Mushy fights on, brings up 150

Even though Bangladesh lost two early wickets on the second day of their second Test against Sri Lanka in Mirpur today, Mushfiqur Rahim kept on going as the experienced campaigner brought up his 150. 
24 May 2022, 05:22 AM

Rajitha bags fifer as Tigers’ struggle in morning session continues 

Sri Lanka got off to a flying start on the second day of their second Test against Bangladesh as pacer Kasun Rajitha removed ton-up Liton Das and Mosaddek Hossain to complete his fifer in the first hour of the day’s play at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur today. 
24 May 2022, 05:03 AM

Hajj flights: PMO warns Biman, others against any mess-up

The Prime Minister’s Office has sternly warned Biman and others concerned about disruptions to hajj flights and asked them to remain extremely vigilant so that there is no fiasco.
24 May 2022, 02:30 AM

Taka weakens further

The taka yesterday weakened further against the US dollar amid the falling supply of the greenback due to surging imports.
23 May 2022, 18:00 PM

E-commerce scams: Find out those responsible: HC

The High Court yesterday ordered finding out the persons and institutions responsible for the financial scams and money laundering through e-commerce platforms.
23 May 2022, 18:00 PM