RAB sanctions: Home’s inaction to blame

Had the home ministry provided the foreign ministry with necessary information on alleged extrajudicial killings and forced disappearances in time, the US sanctions on Rab could have been avoided, State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shahriar Alam told a parliamentary watchdog.
27 April 2022, 18:00 PM

High-profile coach begins training country’s gymnasts ahead of CW Games

Korean gymnastic coach Cho Sung Dong started working with the country’s gymnasts at the National Sports Council gymnasium today after arriving in Bangladesh last night, said Bangladesh Gymnastic Federation (BGF) general secretary Ahmed ur-Rahman.
27 April 2022, 13:38 PM

Jahanara, Rumana to play invitational T20 tournament in Dubai

Bangladesh pacer Jahanara Alam and all-rounder Rumana Ahmed are scheduled to feature in an invitational T20 tournament named ‘FairBreak’ in Dubai next month.
27 April 2022, 13:23 PM

Shakib brings joy to Mirpur Stadium staff

There was an air of cheeriness at Mirpur’s Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium today amongst the BCB’s staff, who take care of daily operations of the stadium. Upon a closer look, it was revealed that there were gifts waiting for them from ace all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan.
27 April 2022, 13:09 PM

Krishnamurthy expecting tough challenge in Asian Games Qualifiers

Head coach Iman Gobinathan Krishnamurthy picked an almost same hockey squad that participated in the AHF Cup for upcoming Asian Games Qualifiers. with only Rakibul Hasan coming in place of Mahbub Hossain.
27 April 2022, 12:15 PM

Nayeem replaces injured Miraz for first SL Test

Bangladesh allrounder Mehedi Hasan Miraz has been ruled out of the first Test against Sri Lanka, starting from May 15 in Chattogram, with a finger injury sustained during the ongoing Dhaka Premier League (DPL).
27 April 2022, 10:55 AM

SSC exams 2022 from June 19

This year’s Secondary School Certificate (SSC) exams will begin on June 19 and end on July 6.
27 April 2022, 09:10 AM

Nahid murder: DB claims ‘positive development’ in suspects’ arrest

Detectives today said that they would soon be able to share information on arrest of suspects in Nahid murder case. Nahid Mia was beaten up and hacked during clashes between Dhaka College students and shopkeepers in New Market area on April 19.
27 April 2022, 08:34 AM

Still no clue regarding Morsalin murder in New Market clash: DB 

Detectives today said they are still no clues regarding the murder of shopkeeper Md Morsalin – during the clashes between Dhaka College students and traders in New Market area on April 19.
27 April 2022, 08:16 AM

We are so proud, says Guardiola after 'fantastic' win over Real

Pep Guardiola rued Manchester City's missed chances as they beat Real Madrid 4-3, but squandered the opportunity to kill off the Spanish side in a "fantastic" Champions League semi-final on Tuesday.
27 April 2022, 07:28 AM

Benzema wants Madridistas to get ready for 'something magical’

Karim Benzema was in a confident mood after scoring a brace that helped keep Real Madrid alive in their Champions League last-four tie against Manchester City and the French striker predicted his team would now qualify for the final.
27 April 2022, 06:42 AM

Four-figure Anamul sets world record

Anamul Haque Bijoy’s season for Prime Bank in the Dhaka Premier League has been nothing of incredible. The wicketkeeper-batter has shown such consistency with the willow that is unmatched, not only domestically but also internationally. Records speaks for itself as Bijoy, yesterday, became the first player in the world to have reached the thousand-run milestone in a List A cricket tournament as he scored 112 for his side against Rupganj Tigers Cricket Club at BKSP.   
27 April 2022, 06:33 AM

Eid journey: Ferry shortage hampers commute on Aricha-Kazirhat route

Ferry service on Aricha-Kazirhat route, on the Jamuna river, has been hampered due to shortage of ferries.
27 April 2022, 06:22 AM

Suu Kyi sentenced to 5 years in jail in corruption case

A court in military-ruled Myanmar sentenced deposed leader Aung San Suu Kyi to five years in jail on Wednesday after finding her guilty in the first of 11 corruption cases against her, according to a source with knowledge of proceedings.
27 April 2022, 04:43 AM

News Analysis: ‘Uncle, please stop the work’ – Children's pleas fall on deaf ears

Inside the concrete jungle that Dhaka city has turned into, with buildings frequently sprouting up next to each other, the Tentultala playground has been a breathing space for residents of Kalabagan for decades.
26 April 2022, 18:00 PM

Over 500 Bangladeshis detained off Libyan coast

More than 500 Bangladeshis have been detained off the coast of the Mediterranean Sea by the Libyan police.
26 April 2022, 18:00 PM

Not meant for anything but a playground

Tentultala, the playground in Kalabagan on which the Dhaka Metropolitan Police is currently building a police station, was proposed to be kept as a playground by the Department of Architecture in 1980.
26 April 2022, 18:00 PM

No one to be homeless in Bangladesh

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina yesterday pledged to ensure houses for all homeless people in the country.
26 April 2022, 18:00 PM

Rain likely on Eid day

There is a likelihood of rainy weather on May 3, the possible day of Eid 2022, said the Met office today.
26 April 2022, 16:31 PM

Hasina greets Macron on being re-elected as French president

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today greeted Emmanuel Macron on his re-election as the President of the French Republic.
26 April 2022, 15:27 PM