DIU authorities accuse City University of holding hostages, demanding ransom

City University denies accusations, blames DIU students for arson and vandalism
28 October 2025, 12:04 PM

No cause for concern over Bangladesh’s ties with China: Foreign adviser

Bangladesh has deep ties with US and extensive economic relations with China, he says
28 October 2025, 11:19 AM

Consensus Commission recommends referendum immediately after July Charter implementation order

Urges govt to promulgate order, hold referendum on 48 proposed reforms
28 October 2025, 11:02 AM

Tourism fair 2025 to begin on Thursday

The fair will host 220 stalls across 20 pavilions
28 October 2025, 10:35 AM

'Remark on Jamaat': Pubail OC attached to GMP Police Lines

Jamaat leaders lodge complaint, accusing OC of making 'politically biased' comments
28 October 2025, 10:12 AM

EC seeks police deployment at Nirbachan Bhaban following recent crude bomb blast

Commission urges shutdown of surrounding commercial activities ahead of election
28 October 2025, 08:54 AM

July charter proposals handed over to CA

National Consensus Commission will brief the media at the Foreign Service Academy in the afternoon
28 October 2025, 07:26 AM

Wings of harmony: How a Rajbari village turns into a sanctuary for migratory birds

Shibrampur villagers protect thousands of birds with love and care
28 October 2025, 06:58 AM
28 October 2025, 05:34 AM

What price are we paying for ‘progress’?

Abul Kalam Azad did not die in an accident -- he was killed
28 October 2025, 05:19 AM

'Bangladesh among top four most lead-contaminated countries; 36 million children at risk'

Speakers say at rally organised by YouthNet Global and Pure Earth Bangladesh
27 October 2025, 18:35 PM

July charter: Commission for immediate rollout of some reforms

The consensus commission will submit its recommendations on implementation of the July charter today, with a proposal that some parts of the constitutional reforms may take immediate effect upon issuance of the July charter implementation order.
27 October 2025, 18:18 PM

ACC won’t need approval to sue govt officials

The Anti-Corruption Commission will no longer require government approval to file cases against judges and public servants, according to the draft ACC Ordinance 2025.
27 October 2025, 18:17 PM

BADC constructing lab on water retention pond

Bangladesh Agricultural Development Corporation (BADC) is constructing a four-storey structure on a retention pond, a critical component of Dhaka city’s drainage system, in violation of environmental laws and building regulations.
27 October 2025, 18:16 PM

Arrest warrants against Saiful Alam, PK Halder

A Dhaka court yesterday issued arrest warrants against S Alam Group Chairman Mohammad Saiful Alam, former managing director of Reliance Finance Limited (now Aviva Finance) Proshanta Kumar (PK) Halder, and 11 others in three cases filed over the alleged embezzlement and laundering of approximately Tk 270 crore from non-bank financial institutions.
27 October 2025, 18:00 PM

Writ seeks HC order to examine material quality

A writ petition was filed with the High Court yesterday seeking its order on the government to verify and ensure the bearing quality of the materials used in the construction of metro rail and flyover pillars in Dhaka, in order to safeguard public lives.
27 October 2025, 18:00 PM

Undisciplined and demotivated cops to face music

Months after the July uprising, police officials who are still demotivated, show indiscipline, disobey orders, or display disrespect to the government and the state will face strict administrative and legal action.
27 October 2025, 18:00 PM

Six more die of dengue, 983 get hospitalised

At least six dengue patients died while 983 others were hospitalised in the 24 hours till 8:00am yesterday.
27 October 2025, 18:00 PM

Credible polls, peaceful transfer of power

Three major political parties yesterday opined that the upcoming national election must be internationally recognised and ensure a peaceful transfer of power.
27 October 2025, 18:00 PM

Salauddin, who lost sight in police firing, passes away

Gazi Salauddin, who lost sight in one eye after being hit by shotgun pellets of police during the anti-discrimination movement in July last year, died on Sunday night.
27 October 2025, 18:00 PM