Column by Mahfuz Anam / The challenges before the prime minister
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THE THIRD VIEW
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India considering Bangladesh’s request for additional diesel
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DNCC chief orders action on mosquito, waste and waterlogging
Officials told to step up field supervision and prepare vulnerable areas ahead of monsoon
4 March 2026, 17:51 PM
Over 100 missing after submarine attacks Iranian frigate off Sri Lanka
Confusion over casualties after attack on Iranian ship near Galle
4 March 2026, 16:57 PM
Loan leniency and the risk of zombie firms
The new governor of the Bangladesh Bank has made his first major policy move. It is the kind of decision that feels immediately reassuring to anyone who has ever struggled to meet a deadline
4 March 2026, 16:52 PM
We owe the children a safer world
7-year-old's brutal death in Sitakunda exposes child safety crisis
4 March 2026, 16:48 PM
Babar excluded as Pakistan name squad for Bangladesh ODIs
The squad includes six uncapped players: Abdul Samad, Maaz Sadaqat, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori, Saad Masood, Sahibzada Farhan and Shamyl Hussain.
4 March 2026, 16:42 PM
BMDC suspends registrations of 10 doctors over medical negligence, unprofessional conduct
Three doctors linked to circumcision‑related child deaths face up to two‑year bans
4 March 2026, 16:37 PM
Actors Equity urges members to resolve disputes internally
In a statement released on Wednesday, the organisation addressed what it described as growing instances of personal conflicts among members being aired publicly. The notice was signed by president Azad Abul Kalam and general secretary Rashed Mamun Apu.
4 March 2026, 16:32 PM
PM directs launch of ‘e-Health Card’ for nationwide healthcare services
System aims to bring medical services closer to citizens
4 March 2026, 16:32 PM
Iran women's team have 'so much concern' about families at home
The Iranian team are preparing to face host nation Australia on the Gold Coast Thursday after losing their opening game of the continental competition 3-0 to South Korea.
4 March 2026, 16:14 PM
Two killed in ‘mob attack’ over theft in Munshiganj
Three detained for questioning, police say
4 March 2026, 16:12 PM
Cabinet directs govt officials to be present at office at 9am for mandatory 40 minutes
Instruction aims to ensure timely attendance and expedite official work
4 March 2026, 16:03 PM
Jatri Kalyan Samiti seeks one-day extension of Eid holiday
Organisation says staggered departure would ease travel pressure from Dhaka
4 March 2026, 15:49 PM
Four arrested over DNC officer shot in Sayedabad
Firearms, ammunition recovered, motorcycle seized
4 March 2026, 15:47 PM
Govt trims responsibilities of eight state ministers
Each limited to a single ministry or department
4 March 2026, 15:36 PM
No need to be overly concerned over US trade deal: commerce minister
The minister had a meeting with the US assistant secretary for South and Central Asian affairs
4 March 2026, 15:24 PM
219 flights cancelled in 5 days at Dhaka, Ctg airports amid Middle East airspace closure
Thousands of passengers face uncertainty over travel
4 March 2026, 15:17 PM
Writ petition challenges appointment of city corporation administrators
Lawyers seek stay order, city polls within 30 days
4 March 2026, 14:54 PM
75 workers suspended at Gazipur sweater factory
Two workers arrested as police cite alleged unrest and illegal strike
4 March 2026, 14:41 PM
'No to war,' Spanish PM tells Trump
Sanchez was responding after US President Donald Trump threatenedtocut trade with Madrid over its position on the conflict.
4 March 2026, 14:40 PM
State minister kept waiting as officials arrive late at N’ganj land office
Kayser Kamal finds rooms locked during surprise morning visit in Siddhirganj
4 March 2026, 14:38 PM