Crew member killed in strike on vessel off Oman's coast

IRGC says it is carrying out a sixth wave of attacks in retaliation for the US and Israeli bombardment of Iran. More explosions heard in Dubai, Doha and Manama
1 March 2026, 22:00 PM
1 March 2026, 21:53 PM

Generative AI ‘weaponised’ in Bangladesh’s Feb 12 election: Activate Rights

Report finds female candidates targeted with explicit deepfakes, communal fears amplified, and cross-border narratives inflamed during the polls
1 March 2026, 21:19 PM

Reforms will continue, political interference won’t: BB governor

The governor meets with the leaders of the Association of Bankers, Bangladesh for the first time
1 March 2026, 21:13 PM

Australia's Healy lights up Hobart in ODI farewell

Alyssa Healy delivered a farewell for the ages, producing a breathtaking 158 off 98 balls in her final ODI as Australia piled on 409 for 7 and thrashed India by 185 runs in the third ODI of the three-match series Hobart on Sunday.
1 March 2026, 21:09 PM

How Persia became Iran

Echoes of an empire in a time of fire
1 March 2026, 21:01 PM

No confiscation of legally imported vapes: High Court

Questions constitutionality of Section 6(Ga) of Tobacco Control Act
1 March 2026, 20:54 PM

Selection of a supreme leader in a day or two: Iran Foreign Minister tells Al Jazeera

Not attacking our brothers in Persian Gulf, attacking American targets, he says
1 March 2026, 20:51 PM

20 flights cancelled at Ctg airport amid Middle East war

SalamAir flight departs Muscat for Chattogram despite disruptions
1 March 2026, 20:49 PM

Cox’s Bazar Bar Association polls: Pro-AL panel wins 7 posts, Jamaat 6, BNP 4

BNP-backed candidate wins president’s post, Jamaat-backed candidate secures general secretary’s post
1 March 2026, 20:37 PM
1 March 2026, 20:35 PM

Kamalapur stadium staff withdrawn over negligence of duty

State Minister for Youth and Sports Aminul Haque has ordered the withdrawal of officials responsible for Birshrestha Shaheed Mostafa Kamal Stadium in Kamalapur after observing what he described as negligence in maintaining security and proper management at the venue.
1 March 2026, 20:22 PM

Iran-US conflict: Bangladesh in close contact with vessel at UAE port

Only one out of seven vessels owned by the Bangladesh Shipping Corporation is now in the Gulf region
1 March 2026, 20:12 PM

One Bangladeshi killed in UAE after Iranian attacks: Defence Ministry

3 killed, 58 injured from the attacks, they say
1 March 2026, 19:50 PM

Guardiola calls for respect after Ramadan break is booed

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola called for more "respect" towards other cultures after a break to allow his players to break their fast during Ramadan was booed in a 1-0 win at Leeds.
1 March 2026, 19:44 PM

Dinajpur teen sent to juvenile correction centre over cousin’s murder

Accused confesses to killing, gives statement under Section 164
1 March 2026, 19:39 PM

South Africa beat plucky Zimbabwe to stay unbeaten

South Africa survived a brilliant all-round show by Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza to record a five-wicket win Sunday that means they remained unbeaten ahead of a semi-final against New Zealand on Wednesday.
1 March 2026, 19:37 PM

Oil jumps 10% on Iran conflict

Oil could spike to $100 a barrel, analysts say
1 March 2026, 19:29 PM

Case filed against TV actor Zaher Alvi over wife’s death

Ikra’s father filed a case alleging abetment to suicide, naming the actor as the main accused, according to investigators. Police said an inquiry has begun, and further action will depend on evidence gathered during the investigation.
1 March 2026, 19:00 PM

Bangladesh urges restraint as Middle East tensions escalate after US-Israel strikes on Iran

Govt condemns violations of sovereignty across Gulf nations, voices concern for Bangladeshis in Iran
1 March 2026, 18:47 PM