EU top diplomat 'concerned over 8,000 arrests' in Bangladesh

The European Union's top diplomat Josep Borrell today expressed his concern over the arrest of “over 8,000 opposition activists in Bangladesh
5 November 2023, 16:53 PM

Bangladesh highlights its contribution to UN peacekeeping

Permanent Representative of Bangladesh to the UN Ambassador Muhammad A Muhith has portrayed Bangladesh's contribution to UN Peacekeeping and peacebuilding as their sacred responsibility
4 November 2023, 12:48 PM

New projects to benefit both Bangladesh-India: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today said the three India assisted development schemes will benefit both the people of Bangladesh and India
3 November 2023, 15:23 PM

Commonwealth to send pre-election mission on Nov 19

The Commonwealth will decide on sending a full observer mission only after the findings of the pre-election mission are communicated to the Commonwealth secretary-general
3 November 2023, 06:21 AM

Nat’l Election: UN urges all to shun violence

The United Nations reiterated the call for free and fair elections in Bangladesh and urged all to refrain from violence.
2 November 2023, 18:00 PM

Oman visa suspension temporary

Oman temporarily suspended recruiting Bangladeshis as an increasing number of laid-off workers were illegally working there without the full legal protection of their rights, said its embassy in Dhaka yesterday.
2 November 2023, 18:00 PM

Haas holds meeting with foreign secretary

US Ambassador Peter Haas today held a meeting with Foreign Secretary Masud Bin Momen at the State Guest House Padma
2 November 2023, 17:01 PM

Bangladesh gives medical aid worth Tk 10cr to Sri Lanka

Bangladesh today provided medical assistance worth Tk 10 crore to Sri Lanka as part of solidarity during the trying times
2 November 2023, 16:03 PM

Visa suspension temporary: Oman

The visa suspension for Bangladeshi nationals by Oman has come in the context of a comprehensive periodical review, the Gulf country said today
2 November 2023, 14:54 PM

UN urges all against violence, harassment

The United Nations has reiterated the call for “free and fair” elections in Bangladesh and urged against harassment and violence in the run-up to the national election
2 November 2023, 06:54 AM

US keeping eye on polls environment

The US State Department said dialogue is crucial for free and fair elections in Bangladesh and that it is closely monitoring the electoral environment.
1 November 2023, 18:00 PM

PM to leave for Saudi Arabia Nov 5

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will visit the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to attend the International Conference on Women in Islam on November 6-8.
1 November 2023, 18:00 PM

Oman suspends new visas for Bangladeshis

Oman has suspended the issuance of visas across all categories for Bangladeshis from Tuesday, the Royal Oman Police (ROP) has said
31 October 2023, 18:49 PM

Exercise restraint, shun violence: UK envoy

The UK has called on all stakeholders to exercise restraint, shun violence and work together to create the conditions for free, fair, participatory and peaceful elections
31 October 2023, 18:15 PM

Political Turmoil: UN concerned over violence

Expressing concern over the ongoing violence ahead of the upcoming general election, the United Nations, the United States, and the United Kingdom yesterday called on political parties in Bangladesh to refrain from violence or the use of excessive force.
31 October 2023, 18:00 PM

Biden unveils AI order

President Joe Biden issued an executive order Monday on regulating artificial intelligence, aiming for the United States to “lead the way” in global efforts to manage the technology’s risks.
31 October 2023, 18:00 PM

UN expresses concern over political violence

US urges probe into Oct 28 clashes
31 October 2023, 16:12 PM

Genocide of Palestinians: JS adopts resolution condemning Israeli attacks

Parliament yesterday unanimously adopted a resolution strongly condemning Israel’s genocide of the Palestinian people and calling upon the Muslim world to come forward effectively to protect them.
30 October 2023, 18:00 PM

Hasina, Modi to open 2 rail lines on Nov 1

The Akhaura-Agartala rail line is set to be inaugurated on November 1.
30 October 2023, 18:00 PM

Hasina, Modi to open 2 rail lines on November 1

Hasina and Modi will also inaugurate the Khulna-Mongla track on the same day
30 October 2023, 14:50 PM