Don't get involved in politics during sports life, PM urges athletes

Take Bangladesh to a higher position in the global sporting arena by winning games at home and abroad, he tells them
30 March 2026, 15:13 PM

City Polls: NCP picks Asif for Dhaka South, Adeeb for North

The National Citizen Party (NCP) yesterday announced mayoral candidates for five city corporations.
30 March 2026, 04:10 AM

Gen Z doesn’t want 1972 Constitution - Hannan Masud tells Parliament

National Citizen Party lawmaker Abdul Hannan Masud yesterday told the Parliament that those belonging to Generation Z (Gen Z) no longer want the Constitution of 1972.
30 March 2026, 03:36 AM

Make ministers answer for policy, output

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has instructed the health minister to visit hospitals even on government holidays to ensure uninterrupted healthcare services for the public.
30 March 2026, 02:01 AM

Interim govt failed to curb it due to weakness - Says home minister

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed yesterday said the interim government had failed to control mob violence because it was weak, adding that since the elected government took office, there have been no such incidents except one or two isolated cases.
30 March 2026, 01:47 AM

NCP names candidates for five city corporation polls

Lays out five-point demand for local polls
29 March 2026, 23:54 PM

Gen Z rejects 1972 constitution: Hannan Masud tells parliament

Raises allegations of post-election violence and attacks on opposition activists
29 March 2026, 22:01 PM

Fakhrul blames AL, interim govt for neglected rural roads

LGRD minister tells parliament that corruption and nepotism stalled rural road development, especially in the north
29 March 2026, 19:02 PM

Opposition leader places notice in parliament for discussion on Constitution Reform Council

Decision on the matter would be announced later in the day’s proceedings, deputy speaker says
29 March 2026, 17:38 PM

Stand by people, help uphold law and order

BNP Chairman and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman last night instructed party leaders to stand by the people in addressing the country’s ongoing problems, saying people across the country are looking to the party with high expectations.
29 March 2026, 06:33 AM

Politicisation clouds youth understanding of Liberation War

The Liberation War has been politicised for so long that many young Bangladeshis are growing up confused about what freedom really means, speakers said yesterday.
29 March 2026, 05:06 AM

Reforms to reflect expectations of the people - Says home minister

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed yesterday said the constitutional reforms would give the highest priority to public expectations and the aspirations of those martyred in the student-led mass uprising in 2024.
29 March 2026, 04:51 AM

BNP govt interpreting constitution like AL: Nahid

NCP chief calls on party members to remain active ahead of local govt polls
28 March 2026, 21:02 PM

‘Waz, kirtan, baul songs will go on under my watch’ - Says Brahmanbaria-2 MP Rumeen Farhana

Brahmanbaria‑2 MP Barrister Rumeen Farhana has said any obstruction to shrine‑based cultural practices in her constituency will not be tolerated.
28 March 2026, 01:25 AM

‘We must face current crisis as one nation’

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer and opposition leader Shafiqur Rahman has called for an immediate end to the ongoing war and urged all parties to seek peaceful solutions, warning of its growing impact on Bangladesh’s economy and public life.
28 March 2026, 01:23 AM

Ziaur Rahman an indispensable figure in Liberation War: PM

Efforts to belittle his role have only reinforced his place in Bangladesh’s independence history, Tarique Rahman says
27 March 2026, 21:45 PM

‘As long as I’m responsible for this area, waz will be held, kirtan will continue, and baul songs will be performed’

Rumeen Farhana says any obstruction to shrine‑based cultural practices in her constituency won't be tolerated
27 March 2026, 13:48 PM

We must work across party lines and face this crisis as one nation: Jamaat ameer

Shafiqur Rahman calls for unity, urges end to war amid looming energy crisis
27 March 2026, 13:02 PM

Liberation War was not fought to establish a religion-based state: Tuku

Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister and freedom fighter Iqbal Hasan Mahmud Tuku yesterday said the Liberation War was not fought to establish a religion-based state.
27 March 2026, 06:19 AM

Review of 133 Ordinances: JS panel flags 20 issues for clarification

A parliamentary special committee formed to review 133 ordinances issued during the interim government has identified 20 issues requiring further clarification.
26 March 2026, 04:33 AM