Zero tolerance for obstruction to journalists

The government will pursue a “zero tolerance” policy against any form of unethical obstruction or interference in the professional activities of mainstream media personnel, said Information Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon yesterday.
2 June 2026

Mosquito-control: No need to go to US to learn

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has questioned the necessity of a proposed visit to Florida by the Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) mayor and five officials to learn about mosquito control measures, saying innovative solutions can be developed by observing mosquito breeding grounds at home.
2 June 2026

Man, son among eight killed in road crashes

At least eight persons were killed and several others injured in road accidents in Chattogram, Natore and Patuakhali yesterday.
2 June 2026

Tk 300 SIM tax may be scrapped

The government is likely to scrap taxes on new SIM cards and SIM replacements entirely in the upcoming budget, a move aimed at making mobile services more affordable for low-income people who do not currently own a handset, according to finance ministry officials.
2 June 2026

‘A piece of my heart is gone’

For Abdul Hannan Mollah and his family, this Eid was marked not by celebration, but by an overwhelming sense of loss.
2 June 2026

‘Dengue corners’ planned at upazila health complexes

The government is setting up “dengue corners” across upazila health complexes in preparation of a possible rise in dengue cases, Health Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain said yesterday.
2 June 2026

Don’t defend Ramisa case accused

Opposition Leader and Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman yesterday called on lawyers not to represent the accused in the Ramisa rape and murder case, urging swift justice and rejection of any form of leniency.
2 June 2026

BGB stops alleged BSF attempt to push people into Bangladesh

BGB says it prevented a group from being forced into Bangladesh through the Sadipur border in Benapole
1 June 2026

Bhola waits to bid farewell to its beloved son

Tofail Ahmed’s body is expected to reach his ancestral home in Koralia tomorrow
1 June 2026

HC staff member found dead at building in Supreme Court

Body sent for autopsy, investigation launched
1 June 2026

Tofail Ahmed, Liberation War organiser and veteran politician, no more

The 82-year-old former minister had been undergoing treatment for multiple age-related complications
1 June 2026

Govt deploys 61 mobile courts for safe Eid return journey

758 mobile court operations filed 813 cases and collected over Tk 16.5 lakh in fines in 10 days
1 June 2026

Woman's body recovered in Thakurgaon

Investigators say there may have been an attempt to burn the body
1 June 2026

PM resumes office at Secretariat after Eid holidays

Tarique Rahman arrives around 9:15am
1 June 2026

They were gone before he could even name them

The twin newborn boys of Mohammad Hasan Sardar were set to be discharged from Dhaka’s Ad-din Medical College Hospital on May 27, 2026 -- four days after coming into this world.
1 June 2026

Tarique warns of tough days, seeks support

Prime Minister and BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman yesterday warned leaders and activists of challenging days ahead and urged their support in implementing the election manifesto to ensure the government’s success.
1 June 2026

ADP for health doubles, delivery still a concern

Experts call for improving efficiency of agencies, simplifying processes for project approval, procurement
1 June 2026

Fragile phase for Rohingya aid: UNHCR

The Rohingya response has entered a fragile phase, marked by declining funding and worsening camp conditions, said the UNHCR yesterday.
1 June 2026

Islamist parties looking to usher in women voters

Islami Andolan Bangladesh, Bangladesh Khelafat Majlis and Khelafat Majlis are moving to expand their reach among female voters and have already begun work to set up party-backed, independent platforms for women and female students.
1 June 2026