Fuel prices rise again: Petrol, octane up by Tk 5 per litre

Second hike in six weeks takes effect from June 1
31 May 2026, 22:43 PM

‘Solar-man’ Soleman stirs up a green revolution

Self-taught innovator builds low-cost solar-powered irrigation device that benefits farmers
29 May 2026, 12:35 PM

Mideast war reshaping national energy strategies: IEA

IEA estimates that global energy investment will reach $3.4 trillion in 2026
28 May 2026, 10:32 AM

Operator Information Support System implemented at Rooppur nuclear plant

Russia deploys the system abroad for the first time
27 May 2026, 18:24 PM

Bangladesh moving steadily towards self-reliant energy system: PM

Tarique Rahman says rooftop solar initiative at parliament symbolises country's commitment to clean energy and sustainable development
24 May 2026, 16:26 PM

Offshore bidding opens under relaxed framework

The government is set to launch exploration offers for all 26 offshore blocks today under a significantly relaxed framework featuring lower qualification thresholds, reduced entry costs and a series of commercial safeguards aimed at lowering investor risk in the Bay of Bengal.
24 May 2026, 00:00 AM

Rooppur NPP: First stage of operational readiness toward the initial 300-350MW electricity supply to the national grid

Operational readiness demands coordination with MOST, BAERA, NPCBL and security agencies
21 May 2026, 22:57 PM

Power generation hits record 17,200MW amid 400MW load-shedding

Power Grid data show electricity demand still outpaced supply during Wednesday night’s evening peak, despite the country’s highest-ever generation
20 May 2026, 22:42 PM

Barapukuria Unit-3 resumes power generation after 7 months

The 275MW unit is now supplying around 100MW to the national grid after repairs to mechanical faults, says the plant’s chief engineer
20 May 2026, 22:39 PM

BGFCL starts drilling Kamta-2 well to boost gas supply

The Gazipur well could add up to 10 mmcfd gas to the national grid if drilling and testing are successful
20 May 2026, 20:05 PM

Mother elephant dies after being shot in the eye in Cox’s Bazar

The elephant collapsed beside her crying calf before a grieving herd gathered around her body
19 May 2026, 00:56 AM

Rare sea turtle rescued at Kuakata

A rare species of sea turtle was rescued from Kuakata beach in Patuakhali yesterday.
17 May 2026, 00:00 AM

Rare sea turtle rescued at Kuakata beach

Turtle to be released back into the sea after treatment, says forest official
16 May 2026, 19:06 PM

Bangladesh, US sign deal on energy cooperation

Agreement aims to strengthen Bangladesh’s long-term energy security through diversified sourcing, knowledge exchange
15 May 2026, 11:12 AM

Govt plans three‑month energy reserves amid global volatility

Finance minister unveils energy security plan
11 May 2026, 22:01 PM

Renewable delays push Bangladesh into energy trap: experts

Bangladesh has fallen into an "energy trap" where heavy dependence on fuel imports, costing nearly $12 billion annually, has left the country vulnerable to global shocks, business leaders and energy experts warned today
9 May 2026, 21:42 PM

Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant gets automated control system for unit-1

22 subsystems delivered for process control and radiation monitoring, Rosatom says
8 May 2026, 17:25 PM

Grid costs may shape factories’ shift to renewables

Analysts say viability hinges on transparent, balanced charges
8 May 2026, 09:47 AM

Wild elephant crushes youth to death in Netrokona village

Locals say herds of elephants have been entering nearby villages from the hills in search of food
6 May 2026, 18:00 PM

Oil prices now under $100 a barrel, stocks rally on Mideast peace hopes

Washington is reportedly awaiting a response from Tehran on several key points in the next 48 hours
6 May 2026, 17:46 PM