Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has expressed concern that the institution proposed under the draft National Human Rights Commission Act, 2026, would not function as an independent commission.

The government is set to introduce a provision that would allow taxpayers to legalise undisclosed income used in property transactions without being questioned about the source of the funds, according to officials familiar with the proposal.

More than 63 percent of retailers continue to use banned polythene shopping bags despite being aware of the prohibition, as per a recent survey, suggesting that awareness alone is not enough to ensure compliance.

Russian State Atomic Energy Corporation Rosatom has hinted at offering a floating nuclear power plant (FNPP) unit to Bangladesh, which is seeking expanded cooperation in nuclear energy.

Floating school project serves remote communities in Chalan Beel wetlands

6 detained; operations ongoing to arrest the remaining suspects, say police

The anti-corruption watchdog says its findings were based on verified data from police, human rights groups and other sources, not media reports alone

Anti-corruption body calls for stakeholder engagement in finalising the law

Shaikh Rabiul Alam says turnaround time of Ctg Port has improved

Action to be decided in a meeting later today, says Sakhawat Husain

Patients travel miles for care in Moulvibazar's Robirbazar, only to be met by years of neglect and rotting refuse

Tarique Rahman honours fallen peacekeepers, stresses military modernisation amid evolving global threats

Traffic suspended on Charkhali–Mathbaria route after iron bridge gives way

Fans of Brazil and Argentina gather on separate bridges to cheer for their teams

Brahmaputra Express derailed, suspending rail communication on the route since 9:30am

Draft to be opened for public opinion before final approval by commission

BNP leader injured; police launch investigation after late-night attack in Fakirhat

Outlay to focus on economic recovery, jobs and electoral pledges amid high inflation

Parliament yesterday saw fiery exchanges as treasury and opposition lawmakers sparred over the controversy surrounding Islami Bank.

An elderly man was hacked to death at Sharmapur village in Jashore’s Monirampur upazila on Monday night following a dispute linked to the alleged harassment of his granddaughter.