Trader stabbed to death 'over extortion' in Cox’s Bazar

Drives on to arrest accused, police say
7 March 2026, 22:09 PM

Teen girl murder in Narsingdi: Stepfather admits killing daughter

Victim had been gang-raped by four men on February 10
7 March 2026, 21:35 PM

Shadow of the Shah

Iran’s exiled Pahlavi dynasty again enters political debate
7 March 2026, 21:04 PM

Iran war threatens a prolonged hit to global energy markets

The war with Iran could leave consumers and businesses worldwide facing weeks or months of higher fuel prices even if the week-old conflict ends quickly, as suppliers grapple with damaged facilities, disrupted logistics, and elevated risks to shipping.
7 March 2026, 20:44 PM

Missing for 4 days, woman found dead in hospital lift shaft in Cox’s Bazar

CCTV suggests she fell into lift shaft; visitors raise concerns over lift safety
7 March 2026, 20:42 PM

Jamaat for safeguarding Bangladesh’s sovereignty while pursuing economic progress

Shafiqur at iftar with diplomats vows to act as 'constructive and cooperative' opposition in parliament
7 March 2026, 20:24 PM

Form panel to tackle panic over Middle East crisis: economists

Eight leading economists meet with Bangladesh Bank governor
7 March 2026, 20:19 PM

Planned zakat distribution can reduce poverty in 10-15 years: PM

Tarique says govt has taken steps to make zakat management more effective, target-oriented
7 March 2026, 19:55 PM

Compressor explosion at Aricha Ferry Terminal kills one

Five injured; BIWTC property damaged in Manikganj blast
7 March 2026, 19:32 PM

Coast guard intensifies patrols to prevent fuel smuggling to Myanmar

Coastal residents asked to report suspicious activity via hotline 16111
7 March 2026, 19:32 PM

Japan hammer India 11-0 in Women's Asian Cup mismatch

The one-sided romp left Japan top of Group C with a maximum six points having beaten Taiwan 2-0 to start their title bid.
7 March 2026, 19:24 PM

Trump threatens to escalate bombing as Iran vows no surrender

"Today Iran will be hit very hard!" Trump posts on his Truth Social media platform
7 March 2026, 18:59 PM

Essa brace puts Fortis back on top

Gambian forward Essa Jallow scored a brace as a 10-man Fortis FC beat defending champions Mohammedan Sporting 2-1 in Cumilla on Saturday to reclaim the top spot in the Bangladesh Football League.
7 March 2026, 18:56 PM

Former DU student held over playing Mujib's March 7 speech in Chankharpul

Police cite ban on Awami League activities as reason for apprehension
7 March 2026, 18:43 PM

Police intervenes to stop 'music ban' in a Chapainawabganj village

Mosque committee says they took the measure without understanding legal implications
7 March 2026, 18:34 PM

Bangladesh team in Perth, 'focused for next game'

Bangladesh’s campaign in the AFC Women's Asian Cup continued with a quick turnaround as the team travelled from Sydney to Perth on Saturday following their match against North Korea the previous day.
7 March 2026, 18:33 PM

Looking back: India vs New Zealand in T20 World Cup history

There is history that weighs in the Black Caps' favour: New Zealand is yet to lose to India in tournament history.
7 March 2026, 17:42 PM

Qatar resumes LNG loading, tanker bound for Bangladesh: Bloomberg

The tanker Lebrethah departed Qatar's Ras Laffan export terminal on Friday with an increased draft level, indicating a loaded cargo, and is heading toward Bangladesh
7 March 2026, 17:24 PM

New Zealand ready to break Indian hearts in final: Santner

Santner's side will face India on Sunday in Ahmedabad with over 100,000 home fans expected to fill the Narendra Modi Stadium.
7 March 2026, 17:10 PM