Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has instructed cabinet members and senior government officials to launch a special nationwide drive to curb rape and violence against women, warning that immediate and visible action is needed to prevent further incidents.

National Award-winning actor Shams Suman died on last evening while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in the capital. He was 50.

UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan yesterday joined Bangladesh Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman in calling for restraint in the Middle East and urging all sides to seek a diplomatic solution.

Law enforcement agencies have stepped up security across the country, especially at transport hubs and residential areas, to ensure safe and smooth Eid travels for millions of homebound passengers.

A seven-day public holiday has begun across the country as people prepare to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, triggering a rush of travellers from major cities, particularly Dhaka, where terminals are witnessing increased passenger pressure.

Today is the 47th death anniversary of Abul Mansur Ahmad, a renowned litterateur, journalist, and politician of the sub-continent. He passed away in 1979.

The Infectious Diseases Hospital (IDH) in Dhaka is struggling to cope with a surge in measles cases, with infections rising since January.

After more than a year, the Infectious Diseases Hospital (IDH) in Dhaka’s Mohakhali yesterday resumed operation of its Intensive Care Unit (ICU), following the death of an eight-month-old who could not access critical care.

With Eid-ul-Fitr just around the corner, Dhaka’s streets, footpaths, and markets have turned into bustling hubs as thousands of residents rush for last-minute shopping.

The government has decided to reinstate 330 police recruits who were selected in 2006 but later denied jobs on political grounds.

At least nine persons were killed in separate road accidents in Tangail and Kishoreganj districts yesterday and the day before.

In Lalmonirhat Sadar upazila, Hasan Zahid, 35, started cultivating strawberries on a small piece of land in 2017 to pursue his hobby. Following a promising yield, he gradually expanded cultivation to four bighas.

At least 31 percent of garment factories in six key industrial belts have yet to pay Eid bonuses to workers as of yesterday (March 17, 2026), despite the government-set deadline already expired, according to an intelligence agency report.

The Dhaka University Journalists’ Association (DUJA) has elected a new executive committee for 2026, with Manjur Hossain Mahi of Kaler Kantho as president and Liton Islam of Star News as general secretary.

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer and Leader of the Opposition Shafiqur Rahman yesterday described China as a “true friend” of Bangladesh, calling for expanded initiatives for public welfare.

Security tightened as terminals overflow

Police suspect negligence by both drivers led to the collision

Cousins aged 3 and 4 were playing near water

About 200 people received iftar today

Party urges swift local polls, warns of phased programmes if demands remain unmet