Column by Mahfuz Anam / The challenges before the prime minister
13 March 2026, 00:00 AM
THE THIRD VIEW
US temporarily allows sale of some Russian oil
2 hour(s) ago
World
Trump says he thinks Iran's new supreme leader is alive but 'damaged'
6 MIN(s) ago
World
Bombed Iranian girls school had vivid website and yearslong online presence
2 hour(s) ago
World
Moscow piles pressure on US over oil sanctions
1 hour(s) ago
World
Trade deficit widens 17.4% in July-January
13 March 2026, 00:00 AM
Economy
Bodies of newlywed couple, 12 others killed in Rampal crash handed over to families
17 MIN(s) ago
Accidents & Fires
Afghan government says Pakistan strikes Kabul and border provinces
2 hour(s) ago
World
USDA cuts Bangladesh’s cotton import forecast
13 March 2026, 00:00 AM
Economy
Bangladesh in US trade crosshairs
9 hour(s) ago
Bangladesh
NBR seeks FY27 budget proposals from businesses
Work on the upcoming budget has already begun, says the tax administrator
3 March 2026, 17:30 PM
Bijoy asks for respect from BCB
Anamul Haque Bijoy on Tuesday demanded clarity from the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), saying he wants his “respect back” after being left out of the final list of local players in last year’s Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) auction following an investigation report.
3 March 2026, 17:28 PM
There will be no more opportunity for 'auto-pass': Education minister
ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milon orders strict measures to ensure fair evaluation and tight security at SSC exam centres
3 March 2026, 16:56 PM
Shut down illegal shisha, hookah lounges in 30 days: High Court
Issues rule over inaction, cites public health and legal violations
3 March 2026, 16:40 PM
‘We felt it's time for more capable individuals to take over’: Outgoing ACC chairman
Decision made to align with new government’s vision, he says
3 March 2026, 16:31 PM
Bangladesh stand tall against holders China on Women's Asian Cup debut
Ranked 112th in the world against China’s 17th, the gulf on paper was stark, yet it was not entirely reflected on the pitch.
3 March 2026, 16:20 PM
CHT activists demand time-bound implementation of peace accord
Movement calls for state minister’s removal, reconstitution of monitoring body, and activation of land commission
3 March 2026, 16:01 PM
Dhaka’s air ‘very unhealthy’, behind Tehran, Dubai and Doha in today's AQI rankings
Despite yesterday's rain, Bangladesh capital tops global air pollution ranking
3 March 2026, 15:51 PM
Iran Red Crescent says 787 killed so far since war began
AFP was not in a position to verify the toll given by the organisation
3 March 2026, 15:34 PM
Man dies, after Jubo Dal leader's alleged beating
Relatives say altercation occurred over Facebook post
3 March 2026, 15:31 PM
Match officials for T20 WC semifinals announced
The Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees and Umpires for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 have been announced ahead of the knockout fixtures in Kolkata and Mumbai.
3 March 2026, 15:23 PM
Special loan facility for February wages of export-oriented industries: BB
The facility will carry market-based interest rates
3 March 2026, 15:12 PM
Hindu devotees celebrate Dol Purnima with colours and prayers
Dhakeshwari temple premises turned vibrant as men, women and children smeared one another with colours in a spirit of joy and unity
3 March 2026, 15:11 PM
Bangladesh hold firm but China lead at halftime
Bangladesh had nearly stunned the favourites in the 14th minute when Ritu Porna Chakma’s trademark long-range strike was pushed away by the outstretched Chen Chen.
3 March 2026, 15:07 PM
ACC chairman, two commissioners resign
The commission formally stepped down after meeting Cabinet Secretary Dr Nasimul Ghani at around 2:45pm
3 March 2026, 15:06 PM
Tennis players holed up in Dubai after Iranian strikes
A "small number" of tennis players remain stuck in Dubai following a men's tournament last week, owing to the war in the Middle East, the tour's governing body the ATP said on Monday.
3 March 2026, 14:43 PM
Private jet prices soar as wealthy rush to leave Dubai
Guardian reports airport closures and regional conflict leave tourists stranded
3 March 2026, 14:38 PM
Cabinet to decide on extension of Eid-ul-Fitr holiday
Proposal may allow up to 10 consecutive days off
3 March 2026, 14:17 PM
Qatar extends entry visas by one month amid Middle East air traffic disruption
Move aims to ease pressure on travellers affected by flight disruptions
3 March 2026, 14:04 PM
Restive Hormuz puts Bangladesh’s LNG lifeline in peril
Bangladesh’s energy security is increasingly vulnerable to Middle Eastern geopolitics, as it sourced over 50% of its LNG imports from Qatar, UAE in 2025
3 March 2026, 13:51 PM