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A break from global norms at Bangladesh Bank

A review of 18 countries shows most central bank governors are career economists or regulators
27 February 2026, 15:50 PM

In Dhaka, spring and pages bloom together

Amid mango blossoms and mild breezes, Ekushey Boi Mela reaffirms the permanence of paper in an age of fleeting screens
26 February 2026, 18:30 PM

Home ministry has ordered recruitment of 180 police sergeants: Salahuddin

Govt plans broader expansion of police force, including 10,000 constables and new officers through PSC, he says
26 February 2026, 17:08 PM

PM inaugurates Ekushey Book Fair

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today inaugurated the Amar Ekushey Book Fair 2026
26 February 2026, 15:55 PM

PM Tarique Rahman calls for depoliticising education, research and arts

Wise and distinguished citizens serve as guiding forces in society, says Prime Minister Tarique Rahman
26 February 2026, 13:55 PM

Court orders Interpol red notice for Tulip Siddiq in Gulshan flat case

ACC seeks arrest over alleged illegal acquisition of flat; report due March 8
26 February 2026, 13:47 PM

Youth arrested over murder of 14-year-old girl in Rayerbazar

Arrestee confessed to the crime during primary interrogation, say police
26 February 2026, 13:18 PM

Palestine withdraws UNGA presidency bid; Bangladesh nominates candidate

Dhaka to compete with Cyprus for Asia-Pacific seat in 2026–27 session; Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman named
26 February 2026, 12:52 PM

PM Tarique confers Ekushey Padak 2026

Nine individuals and one band honoured for outstanding contributions to culture, education, journalism and the arts
26 February 2026, 12:19 PM

Two women allegedly harassed at DU campus; university forms probe body

A video circulating on social media shows one of the accused holding a bamboo stick and attempting to kick one of the women
26 February 2026, 11:25 AM

Around 100 detained in overnight drive at Mohammadpur, Adabor: Police

They conduct overnight sweep to curb teen gangs, extortion and organised crime
26 February 2026, 11:24 AM

Jamaat ameer slams ‘govt-backed mob culture’ over Bangladesh Bank chaos

Shafiqur Rahman urges merit-based appointments to key posts
26 February 2026, 09:54 AM
25 February 2026, 17:47 PM

Search, use of force and arrest: Legal limits of police authority

Law permits searches, arrests under strict procedures, but prohibits use of force, torture and arbitrary harassment
25 February 2026, 14:33 PM

DMP Commissioner Sazzat Ali resigns

Resignation comes a day after appointment of new IGP
25 February 2026, 14:20 PM

Ex-Jubo League leader Samrat gets 20-year jail term in graft and money laundering case

Court also fines Tk 20 lakh and orders confiscation of illegally acquired assets
25 February 2026, 13:45 PM

Japan invites PM Tarique Rahman for official visit

Dhaka and Tokyo explore defence, metro rail, and workforce cooperation
25 February 2026, 12:45 PM

Ali Hossain Fakir takes charge as IGP

He replaces Baharul Alam, who had been serving as IGP since November 2024
25 February 2026, 12:19 PM
24 February 2026, 23:36 PM

Police attacks echo old culture of repression: Jamaat ameer

'Attacks by overenthusiastic police on journalists and working people are not isolated incidents,' Shafiqur Rahman says
24 February 2026, 22:30 PM