Taka begins losing value against dollar amid Middle East crisis

The interbank exchange rate stood at Tk 122.49 per US dollar, up from Tk 122.43 a day earlier
9 March 2026, 20:30 PM

3 killed, 9 injured in bus-motorcycle collision in Ctg’s Fatikchhari

Identities of deceased yet to be confirmed, say police
9 March 2026, 20:23 PM

Sri Lanka name Kirsten as head coach

He replaces Sanath Jayasuriya, who stepped down after Sri Lanka's disappointing campaign at the recent Twenty20 World Cup.
9 March 2026, 20:18 PM

Fuel shortage halts Sandwip-Ctg speedboat services

Thousands stranded as island’s key transport link shuts down amid octane crisis
9 March 2026, 20:13 PM

5 additional IGPs sent on forced retirement

At least 49 police officers sent into retirement since August 5, 2024, ministry data shows
9 March 2026, 20:00 PM

Twenty-three players sent off after mass brawl in Brazilian Cup final

Twenty-three players were sent off after the match ended following a mass brawl during Brazilian club Cruzeiro’s 1-0 win over Atletico Mineiro in the Campeonato Mineiro final on Sunday in Belo Horizonte.
9 March 2026, 19:59 PM

Don’t buy edible oil in panic: commerce minister

Current oil stock is enough to meet demand, the minister says after meeting with importers, millers
9 March 2026, 19:57 PM

Hadi murder: Bangladesh awaits consular access to suspects held in India, says Shama Obaed

Extradition possible under treaty if identities are confirmed, state minister for foreign affairs says
9 March 2026, 19:56 PM
9 March 2026, 19:46 PM

Dhaka mourns deaths of two Bangladeshis in Saudi Arabia, condemns attacks

Foreign ministry urges restraint and calls for urgent steps to de-escalate Middle East tensions
9 March 2026, 19:44 PM

BB orders banks to keep digital payments running during Eid

The directive covers major payment channels, including ATMs, POS terminals, QR code payments, internet banking, online e-payment gateways and MFS
9 March 2026, 19:41 PM

HC rejects bail of accused in The Daily Star office attack case

Bail petition rejected as it was not properly presented before HC bench, says deputy attorney general
9 March 2026, 19:24 PM

Govt reinstates former DMP official Kohinoor Mian, cancels 2011 dismissal

Reinstatement approved after court disposal of related criminal cases
9 March 2026, 19:17 PM

BB raises repatriation limit to Tk 100 crore

Previously, the limit was Tk 10 crore, with most cases requiring prior approval
9 March 2026, 19:09 PM

Prof FM Siddiqui appointed BMU VC

He served on the medical board for Khaleda Zia
9 March 2026, 18:45 PM

Threads that refuse to fade

The exhibition, titled The Handloom Tradition of Bangladesh, opened on March 8 at Bengal Shilpalay in Dhanmondi. Organised by the Bangladesh Handloom Board with support from the Bengal Foundation, the nine-day programme combines a curated exhibition with a small fair celebrating the country’s weaving heritage.
9 March 2026, 18:28 PM

Bangladesh Bank appoints observers to four banks

The four are: National Bank, Al-Arafah Islami Bank, Premier Bank, and IFIC Bank
9 March 2026, 17:53 PM

Woman dies after C-section at Gazipur hospital, relatives vandalise facility

Family alleges surgical error at private clinic in Sreepur; authorities launch probe
9 March 2026, 17:48 PM

DGME orders closure of medical and dental colleges from tomorrow

Will remain closed until end of Eid vacation, says circular
9 March 2026, 17:26 PM