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His wife, Mosammat Suma, filed the case against several unidentified people with Bhashantek Police Station last night
18 July 2026, 15:31 PM
Mahasthangarh: Government moves SC to lift HC bar on development work
Many of the appellants say they were unaware
18 July 2026, 15:19 PM
Iran renews attacks on Gulf states after another night of US strikes
Oil prices remain elevated as renewed fighting threatens Gulf shipping and regional stability
18 July 2026, 15:10 PM
From Maradona to Messi: Bangladesh's enduring love for Argentina
There are rooftops draped in blue and white and murals of Lionel Messi everywhere -- but this is not Argentina, it is Bangladesh where football-crazy fans are again celebrating their unique bond with the South American giants.
18 July 2026, 14:30 PM
Rodri preparing for 'physical' Argentina battle
Rodri, the 2024 Ballon D'Or winner who has excelled at the heart of Spain's midfield during the World Cup, said he expects the final to be unlike any other game the European champions have faced.
18 July 2026, 13:48 PM
Golden Boot: The only prize left for Mbappe to chase
The third-place decider is often described as the World Cup's most unwanted fixture. No player begins a tournament dreaming of featuring in it, yet one of the semifinal losers has to walk away with bronze while the other leaves empty-handed.
18 July 2026, 13:00 PM
No man-marking Messi in final, insists Spain coach
Messi, playing in what is expected to be his final World Cup, remains Argentina's biggest threat as they seek to defend their title against a Spain side chasing a first global crown since 2010.
18 July 2026, 12:57 PM
Dwindling supply pushes Panguchi-Baleshwar hilsa prices to Tk 4,000 a kg
National fish now out of reach for many consumers in Bagerhat
18 July 2026, 12:30 PM
Trump says USA should host another World Cup without Mexico/Canada
Trump also shared that FIFA president Gianni Infantino has approached him about the possibility of the USA and China co-hosting a World Cup in the future.
18 July 2026, 12:25 PM
Seven staffers of Kashimpur jail suspended over inmate's escape
Preliminary inquiry finds evidence of negligence after inmate scaled prison wall
18 July 2026, 12:13 PM
Man arrested over attempted rape of eight-year-old child in Jashore
Police arrest suspect using tech-based surveillance
18 July 2026, 12:04 PM
Why FIFA keeps the World Cup third-place play-off
The third-place play-off was first introduced at the 1934 World Cup, where Germany defeated Austria 3-2.
18 July 2026, 12:02 PM
Frustrations abound as France, England face off in third-place match
Kane and Bellingham have had standout World Cup performances for the Three Lions despite the disappointment of not reaching the final.
18 July 2026, 11:41 AM
Indian activist moved to hospital after 20-day hunger strike
Delhi police forcibly moved activist Sonam Wangchuk to a hospital on Saturday over health concerns after 20 days of his hunger strike to protest against India's examination system
18 July 2026, 11:18 AM
Yamal is the best player right now: Hamza
Bangladesh star Hamza Choudhury has hailed Lamine Yamal as the best player in the world right now, backing the teenager to inspire Spain to victory against Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at the New York New Jersey Stadium.
18 July 2026, 10:06 AM
'That photo is crazy': Messi wishes Yamal well - just not in the final
Messi, accompanied by Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni and goalkeeper Emiliano "Dibu" Martínez, spoke at an event ahead of Monday's World Cup final against Spain in New York/New Jersey (1:00am Bangladesh Time).
18 July 2026, 10:03 AM
Yamal is the best player right now: Hamza
Bangladesh star Hamza Choudhury has hailed Lamine Yamal as the best player in the world right now, backing the teenager to inspire Spain to victory against Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at the New York New Jersey Stadium.
18 July 2026, 10:03 AM
Pele's 1958 World Cup final shirt sells for $4.9 million
The shirt had previously sold at auction in 2004 for 70,505 pounds ($105,600), according to Sotheby's.
18 July 2026, 09:31 AM
Sobers 'stood out' among the greats: Michael Holding
Holding, 72, never played with Sobers but said he was struck by the way he was revered in the game.
18 July 2026, 09:07 AM
A poetic passing of the torch
For more than two decades, world football has been shaped by Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo’s extraordinary rivalry. Their brilliance defined an era, rewriting records, collecting trophies and inspiring generations of fans.
18 July 2026, 09:00 AM