Nepal's key candidates in post-uprising elections

Key figures contesting for power include a former prime minister seeking a return to power, a rapper-turned-mayor bidding for the youth vote, and the newly elected leader of the Nepali Congress party.
2 March 2026, 09:52 AM

Seven structures, including juice bar, gutted in Bandarban fire

Blaze in Madhyam Para leaves families homeless; cause yet to be determined
2 March 2026, 09:44 AM

US officials sceptical of regime change in Tehran after Khamenei killing, say sources

Before and after the start of the attack, US officials, including US President Donald Trump, had suggested that toppling the nation's repressive governing system was one of several US goals, in addition to crippling Iran's ballistic missile and nuclear programs.
2 March 2026, 09:33 AM

‘Mob’ attacks police in Gazipur, snatches suspects; rearrested later

The attackers beat up the law enforcers with sticks
2 March 2026, 09:30 AM

‘Calm, composed and sublime’: Shastri lauds Sanju Samson’s special knock

Sanju Samson's magical innings of unbeaten 97 from 50 balls powered India into the semi-finals of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.
2 March 2026, 09:11 AM

Messi bags double as Miami battle back to down Orlando

Reigning MLS champions Miami, beaten in their season-opener last week, looked to be heading for another defeat after dominant Orlando raced into a 2-0 first-half lead in front of their home fans.
2 March 2026, 08:59 AM

Melania Trump to chair UN Security Council as Iran war rages

First Lady Melania Trump is slated to chair a UN Security Council meeting on Monday
2 March 2026, 08:45 AM

Iran war spreads across region as US, Israel suffer losses

The US military expanded targets across Iran on Sunday
2 March 2026, 08:37 AM

Shakib’s return in balance amid legal hurdles

With Pakistan scheduled to arrive on March 9 for a three-match ODI series, anticipation is mounting over whether Shakib could return during the tour.
2 March 2026, 08:00 AM
2 March 2026, 01:52 AM

One in four Americans supports US strikes on Iran: Reuters/Ipsos poll

Americans wary of US casualties, higher fuel prices
2 March 2026, 01:32 AM

NCP forms reform implementation committee

Akhter Hossen will serve as committee chairman and Sarwar Tushar as member secretary
2 March 2026, 01:31 AM
2 March 2026, 01:22 AM

Crane collapse kills two workers in Narayanganj’s Rupganj

Legal action to be taken after investigation, say police
2 March 2026, 01:17 AM

7-year-old rescued with her throat slit in Ctg eco park, admitted to hospital

She was found walking aimlessly, covered in blood, by workers of the eco park
2 March 2026, 01:08 AM

Arsenal win set-piece battle to sink Chelsea in title boost

Arsenal won their set-piece battle with 10-man Chelsea as Jurrien Timber sealed the Premier League leaders' crucial 2-1 victory over their London rivals on Sunday.
2 March 2026, 00:45 AM

Prestianni career under Mourinho 'over' if guilty of racism: coach

Benfica coach Jose Mourinho said Sunday that if midfielder Gianluca Prestianni is found guilty of racism, his career under the Portuguese will be "over".
2 March 2026, 00:34 AM

Sullivan brothers expected to play for Bangladesh in SAFF U-20 Championship

Efforts by the Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) to bring overseas-based players into the national fold have taken a step forward, with twin brothers Ronan and Declan Sullivan set to represent Bangladesh at next month’s SAFF U-20 Championship.
2 March 2026, 00:21 AM

Big LPG importers sidelined as emerging players gain ground

Stricter banking rules following the political changeover limit major importers, opening opportunities for smaller firms to expand quickly
2 March 2026, 00:00 AM

ICT finds ‘gross anomalies’ in probe, prosecution of Chankharpul killings

Tribunal questions why 3 constables were mainly targeted despite evidence of widespread gunfire and unaccounted police weapons
1 March 2026, 23:04 PM