'Media portrayals of rights violations don't reflect reality'

Shafiqul Alam says for years, newspapers carried false information on extrajudicial killings
8 October 2025, 16:03 PM

'No song-and-dance in Lalbagh’: Group tries to block Ustad Alauddin Khan tribute

Police disperse crowd after assuring event would feature only classical music, not dance
8 October 2025, 14:17 PM

Students catch 5 suspected 'Ogyan Party' members on a moving bus in Dhaka

They were handed over to police; victim admitted to DMCH
8 October 2025, 13:49 PM

'Crimes and flash processions will decline further as election nears'

Home adviser says overall law and order situation has improved
8 October 2025, 13:23 PM

Chief adviser to visit Rome on Oct 12 to join FAO meeting

Will meet high level delegates on the sidelines of the meeting
8 October 2025, 13:02 PM

More TV licences likely, hints Mahfuj Alam

Interim govt has no intention of shutting down any media outlets, he says
8 October 2025, 12:41 PM
8 October 2025, 11:59 AM

Press secretary demands release of Shahidul Alam, others

Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam today demanded the immediate release of world-renowned photographer and human rights activist Shahidul Alam, along with others, after the flotilla carrying them was intercepted and seized by Israeli forces at the sea
8 October 2025, 09:54 AM

Teesta erosion threatens bridge, roads, and villages in 4 northern districts

Due to strong current, repair work cannot be started immediately, officials say
8 October 2025, 09:20 AM

Fakhrul urges govt to ensure safe return of Shahidul Alam

"Free Shahidul Alam," Fakhrul wrote in a Facebook post this morning
8 October 2025, 09:07 AM

Adviser stuck in traffic while inspecting dilapidated Dhaka–Sylhet highway

Fouzul Kabir caught in 15km congestion on Ashuganj–Sarail stretch now continuing journey on bike
8 October 2025, 06:55 AM

Despite drone patrols, illegal hilsa fishing continues unabated

Officials report fishermen resorting to violence when intercepted during drives
8 October 2025, 06:03 AM
8 October 2025, 04:03 AM

Commemorating Abrar Fahad: ‘Eight Pillars Against Aggression’ inaugurated

Honouring the legacy of Buet student Abrar Fahad, the “Eight Pillars Against Aggression” memorial was rebuilt and inaugurated yesterday at the capital’s Palashi intersection, six years after it was demolished by fascist forces.
7 October 2025, 21:17 PM

Bangladesh wins presidency of Unesco’s 43rd General Conference

Bangladesh has been elected president of the 43rd General Conference of Unesco, marking a historic milestone in the country’s 53-year membership in the organisation.
7 October 2025, 21:11 PM

Reforms failed to address inequality

South Asian countries, including Bangladesh, have failed to tackle widening inequality despite decades of policy reforms and economic growth, said Rehman Sobhan, chairman of the Centre for Policy Dialogue.
7 October 2025, 18:28 PM

July charter implementation: Commission may propose dual role for next JS

The National Consensus Commission is planning on two proposals to implement the July National Charter.
7 October 2025, 18:16 PM

Growth outlook brightens, but risks persist: WB

Bangladesh’s economy is showing signs of recovery after months of political uncertainty, with the World Bank forecasting growth to rise to 4.8 percent in the current fiscal year from 4 percent a year earlier, as inflation moderates and private consumption begins to strengthen.
7 October 2025, 18:12 PM

ICT act amendment: Accused barred from election if formally charged

Those accused in cases filed with the International Crimes Tribunal will not be able to hold or run for public office once formal charges are pressed against them.
7 October 2025, 18:11 PM

Shop owner found dead near police station

A man was found dead in his grocery shop, just 150 yards away from Mohanganj Police Station in Netrakona, on Monday night.
7 October 2025, 18:00 PM