Kerr on target as Australia make winning start

After the 44,379-strong crowd -- a record for the Women's Asian Cup -- was warmed up by American singer Audrey Nuna of "KPop Demon Hunters" fame, big cheers greeted the players when they emerged onto the pitch.
1 March 2026, 18:05 PM

China 'strongly condemns' Khamenei killing

Called for a halt to miltary actions
1 March 2026, 17:24 PM

Didn’t make any statement on probe into police killings during July uprising: Salahuddin

Cites ‘protection ordinance’, saying it stems from a July National Charter pledge backed by all parties
1 March 2026, 17:20 PM

Over $3 billion remittance came in February

This is the highest amount in at least seven fiscal years
1 March 2026, 17:11 PM

Putin calls Khamenei killing 'cynical violation' of 'morality and international law'

Russian president says Khamenei 'will be remembered as an outstanding statesman'
1 March 2026, 16:58 PM

Tanvir Mokammel begins filming Jasimuddin’s classic ‘Shojon Badiar Ghat’

The story of “Shojon Badiar Ghat” is set in Shimultoli village on the banks of the Madhumati River, where two communities—Muslim and Hindu—live side by side. Though divided by religion, they share a deep bond of fraternity, and the entire village feels like one extended family.
1 March 2026, 16:56 PM

Arijit Singh releases first independent song after playback exit

Arijit Singh announced earlier this year that he would no longer take on new playback projects.
1 March 2026, 16:09 PM

CIA intel guided strikes that killed Iran supreme leader: NYT

Washington and Tel Aviv shift strike timing on Iran after new CIA intelligence prompts daylight attack
1 March 2026, 16:08 PM

India has assured it'll gradually resume full visa operations: Home minister

Meeting between Salahuddin and Indian envoy also focuses on border killings and bilateral cooperation
1 March 2026, 16:00 PM

Gayle backs West Indies to relive 2016 triumph in virtual quarter‑final

Former West Indies batter Chris Gayle has thrown his support behind his side ahead of today’s virtual semi‑final against India in the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup, drawing inspiration from one of the Caribbean’s most iconic victories in T20 World Cups.
1 March 2026, 15:48 PM

Suspended flights to Middle East will be rescheduled: civil aviation minister

Says prime minister is personally monitoring the situation and issuing
1 March 2026, 15:42 PM

At least four Bangladeshis injured in drone attack near Kuwait airport

Injured Bangladeshis receiving medical support, expatriates’ welfare ministry says
1 March 2026, 15:38 PM
1 March 2026, 15:38 PM

PM seeks update on Bangladeshis in Middle East

Flight disruptions and earthquake preparedness discussed at Secretariat meetings
1 March 2026, 14:41 PM

Farmers struggle as saline water ravages Jaban Khan Canal

Over 400 families in three Patuakhali villages affected by saline water after sluice gate opened
1 March 2026, 14:36 PM

8 killed in pro-Iran protest at US consulate in Pakistan: Rescue service

Hundreds of pro-Iranian protesters had tried to storm the consulate following the US-Israel strikes on Iran.
1 March 2026, 14:10 PM

Local govt poll preparations to begin after Eid: EC

Commission awaiting parliament’s first session to format of local elections
1 March 2026, 14:09 PM

Updates on Middle East-bound flights from Bangladesh

Over 50 Dhaka flights cancelled amid Gulf tensions; some services set to operate today
1 March 2026, 14:02 PM

Seven on 8-day remand in Narsingdi teenage girl rape and murder case

A court in Narsingdi today granted an eight-day remand for seven accused in connection with the gang rape and murder of a 15-year-old girl
1 March 2026, 13:35 PM

Iran's Khamenei: Iron-fisted revolutionary atop Islamic republic

He remained in power after overcoming 1999 student demonstrations, 2009 mass protests sparked by disputed presidential elections and 2019 demonstrations
1 March 2026, 13:26 PM