Three killed in road accidents in Barguna, Jhenaidah

In Barguna, a schoolteacher was killed after a lorry crashed into his motorcycle
8 April 2025, 10:17 AM

Singapore says US tariffs not what 'one does to a friend'

Singapore was hit with a 10 percent tariff, despite a free-trade agreement (FTA) with the United States
8 April 2025, 07:16 AM

South Korea sets presidential election for June 3: acting president

South Korea has been effectively leaderless since December
8 April 2025, 05:16 AM

UN urges aid to Myanmar quake survivors before monsoons hit, death toll climbs towards 3,000

Myanmar's military ruler Min Aung Hlaing says, among the missing, most are assumed to be dead. There is a narrow chance for them to remain alive
2 April 2025, 04:28 AM

Illegal sand extraction threatens Manu river in Sylhet

Sand miners, using dredgers and other mechanical equipment in violation of laws, are endangering bridges and culverts while accelerating riverbank erosion
31 March 2025, 13:48 PM

Iran's Khamenei warns of 'strong' response if US attacks

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned on Monday of a forceful retaliation in case the Islamic republic is attacked by the United States
31 March 2025, 06:28 AM

Eid in Dhaka: 5 picture-perfect spots to make your Instagram shine

Eid in Dhaka is a time of vibrant celebrations, heartfelt reunions, and, for many, the perfect opportunity to capture and share the city’s festive spirit on Instagram.
29 March 2025, 20:05 PM

UNICEF warns 14 million children face malnutrition

The United Nations children's agency urged governments and philanthropic institutions to contribute to its Child Nutrition Fund to head off a wave of starvation.
27 March 2025, 06:38 AM

Yunus speaks out: A rallying cry for women’s safety

He ordered the policemen, in no uncertain terms, that they ensure the safety of women and bring the perpetrators to justice
18 March 2025, 06:01 AM

3 arrested over counterfeit currency operation in Dhaka, Narayanganj

During the drive conducted on Thursday, police seized counterfeit notes worth Tk 20 lakh, partially printed fake notes worth Tk 9.76 lakh in Tk 1,000 denominations, and various printing equipment
15 March 2025, 07:06 AM

Two minor siblings among 3 killed as bus hits rickshaw in Ctg

The siblings were on their way to a coaching centre from their house in Zamirjuri
13 March 2025, 07:20 AM

Ex-BDR official murder case against Hasina: Court seeks probe report by April 10

Abdur Rahim, the former deputy director of BDR who was an accused in the BDR carnage case, died in jail custody on July 29 of that year
10 March 2025, 08:20 AM
10 March 2025, 06:52 AM

Third victim of N’ganj gas explosion dies

Yesterday, two more victims -- Mohammad Hannan, 40, a rickshaw driver, and Rupali’s 18-month-old daughter, Sumaiya, --died from their injuries
9 March 2025, 04:17 AM

What does an 8-year-old’s 'rape' say about us?

It was not an isolated incident but part of a grim trend of sexual violence that has gripped the country
8 March 2025, 05:17 AM

Amnesty says Israeli attacks on Lebanon health sector should be probed as war crimes

Amnesty International said on Wednesday that Israel's attacks on ambulances, paramedics and health facilities during its recent war with Hezbollah should be investigated as war crimes
5 March 2025, 03:20 AM

'Europe must do the heavy lifting’

Says host UK PM as Ukraine summit begins in London after Trump snub
2 March 2025, 19:32 PM

Prices of iftar staples hold steady, mostly

This Ramadan, Dhaka residents are finding some comfort in the mostly stable prices of food items and ingredients considered essential for the preparation of iftar meals.
2 March 2025, 18:00 PM

A grim reminder, but little action taken

A leap day comes once every four years -- a moment outside the ordinary, an extra page in the calendar where possibilities stretch a little further.
1 March 2025, 18:00 PM

Mastermind among two more arrested

Detectives yesterday arrested two more individuals, including the mastermind, in connection with a robbery, alongside sexual harassment of women passengers, on a moving bus on the Dhaka-Tangail highway on February 17.
25 February 2025, 19:11 PM