Bangladesh

64 initiatives honoured at Bangladesh Retail Awards 2026

A total of 347 nominations from 53 organisations were submitted for the awards. The winners were selected through a rigorous, multi-stage evaluation process.
18 April 2026, 22:20 PM

Four new faces in Pakistan's Test squad for Bangladesh series

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Saturday announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming two-Test series against Bangladesh, with Shan Masood set to continue as captain.
18 April 2026, 12:20 PM

Fix the financing gap for women entrepreneurs

Imagine a woman in Dhaka who has spent three years building a small textile business.
13 April 2026, 11:00 AM

Brain circulation, not brain drain: A new model for overseas PhD funding

Bangladesh has long recognised the value of acquiring advanced training abroad. Over the years, public funds have supported postgraduate study and research through a number of government-backed schemes, including science fellowships and overseas scholarships for university teachers.
12 April 2026, 13:00 PM

Fuel crisis is a chance to rethink our cities

While the fragile ceasefire and ongoing talks amid the Iran-US war offer some hope, the war has already driven up fuel costs and strained supply. For Bangladesh, this means rising prices, fiscal pressure, and a deepening energy crisis.
12 April 2026, 11:00 AM

Hasty diagnosis is derailing autism care

Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is not a disease, but a complex neuro-developmental condition. Over the last decade, social awareness regarding autism has grown significantly in Bangladesh.
9 April 2026, 12:00 PM

All or nothing for Bangladesh against Hong Kong

Bangladesh national hockey team, who finished among the top two in the last three Asian Games qualifiers, now find themselves on the brink of elimination.
9 April 2026, 07:00 AM

Time to bring golf into the classroom

The policy window is open. The institutional framework exists. The global precedent is clear. It is time for Bangladesh to take a forward-looking step and bring golf into the classroom.
8 April 2026, 14:29 PM

Lifting ban on vaping is not the reform Bangladesh needs

Bangladesh had the opportunity to set a good example by banning the production and sale of e-cigarettes through the Smoking and Tobacco Products Use (Control) (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025.
8 April 2026, 12:00 PM

Bangladesh to play 211-ranked San Marino in historic first

The Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) on Tuesday announced a landmark FIFA Tier-1 international friendly between Bangladesh and San Marino, scheduled to take place on June 5, 2026 in San Marino.
7 April 2026, 14:55 PM

How hoarding and panic buying are deepening the fuel crisis

There is a well-known concept in economics called the “tragedy of the commons.” To understand this, let’s imagine a village with a common well.
7 April 2026, 13:00 PM

Why the Ganges water treaty needs a climate-ready reset

The 1996 Ganges Water Treaty (GWT) is approaching the end of its life cycle, with the 30-year treaty set to expire in December 2026.
7 April 2026, 12:00 PM

Energy, ports, and logistics: Rethinking Bangladesh’s supply chain

Persistent tensions in the Middle East, the resultant disruptions in key shipping routes, and the volatility in fuel access and prices are once again reminding the world of a hard truth: that energy security is no longer just about supply but also about having durable systems and structures in place.
7 April 2026, 11:00 AM

Last chance saloon for Bangladesh

Despite back-to-back defeats, Bangladesh remain hopeful of reaching the knockout stage of the AFC Women’s U-20 Asian Cup, with a must-win clash against Vietnam in their final group match today.
7 April 2026, 10:00 AM

Ensure justice for wildlife cruelty

Elephant calf stoned to death in latest human-wildlife contact
7 April 2026, 10:00 AM

Bangladesh youth TT team depart for Shimla

The Bangladesh youth table tennis team left the country on Monday for Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, with hopes of delivering a strong performance in the upcoming South Asian Junior competition.
6 April 2026, 14:02 PM

Bangladesh held by Uzbekistan, face playoff for Asian Games spot

Bangladesh missed out on a place in the semifinals after being held to a 1-1 draw by Uzbekistan in their final group-stage match in Bangkok on Monday.
6 April 2026, 11:06 AM

Yet another tragic fire at a factory

Govt must ensure Keraniganj factory fire is the last of such accidents
5 April 2026, 18:36 PM

A crisis born of delay and neglect

Govt must bolster vaccination drive to tackle measles outbreak
1 April 2026, 18:26 PM

U-20 women set for historic Asian Cup debut

Bangladesh are all set to mark their debut in the AFC Women’s U-20 Asian Cup when they take on Thailand in Group A opener at the Thammasat Stadium in Bangkok today.
1 April 2026, 08:00 AM