UN panel sets up process to assess Bangladesh’s request to delay LDC graduation

The panel discussed Bangladesh’s application at its 28th plenary session today at the UN Headquarters in New York
27 February 2026, 23:32 PM

New Zealand's qualification in limbo after loss against England; Pakistan stay alive

England's win left New Zealand's qualification hanging in the balance, dependent on whether Pakistan can beat Sri Lanka tomorrow. As it stands, Pakistan must win by 64 runs or complete a run chase in 13.1 overs to lift their net run-rate above the Black Caps and seal a semifinal spot.
27 February 2026, 23:23 PM
27 February 2026, 22:51 PM

Two Indian nationals detained at Kurigram border

Preparations underway to hand them over to BSF, says BGB
27 February 2026, 22:39 PM

Govt to ensure free Wi-Fi at airports, railway stations: ICT minister

Want to create greater employment opportunities in the ICT sector, he says
27 February 2026, 21:54 PM

Pakistan promise final flourish as they await T20 World Cup fate

Fast bowler Salman Mirza vowed on Friday that Pakistan will finish the Super Eights with a flourish against already-eliminated Sri Lanka, whether or not they still have hopes of reaching the semi-finals.
27 February 2026, 21:52 PM

Tax hike vital for economic recovery: Finance minister

Creating new employment is among the govt's main goals, he says
27 February 2026, 21:49 PM

Taliban open to talks after Pakistan bombs Kabul, Kandahar

Both sides report heavy losses, issue conflicting tolls
27 February 2026, 21:24 PM

Govt wants to advance through transparency to establish justice: Law minister

Stresses an independent judiciary, equal focus on lawyers’ interests and litigants’ rights
27 February 2026, 21:17 PM

'Games you live for': Rosenior relishes Chelsea's PSG tie

Liam Rosenior can't wait for Chelsea's blockbuster Champions League last 16 clash with Paris Saint-Germain after they were paired with the "fantastic" holders in Friday's draw.
27 February 2026, 21:06 PM

Liverpool boss Slot says Salah victim of 'his own standards'

Mohamed Salah may be experiencing the worst goal drought of his Premier League career but Liverpool manager Arne Slot believes the Egypt striker is paying the price for his own high standards.
27 February 2026, 20:51 PM

Four collect nomination papers for top post in Mohammedan SC polls

Four candidates -- Barkat Ullah Bulu, Joynal Abedin Faruque, Sajed AA Adel and Shawkat Aziz Russel – today bought nomination papers to run for the president’s post in the upcoming Mohammad SC Ltd elections on March 9.
27 February 2026, 20:49 PM

Dhaka condemns recent Israeli legislation on land purchase

Calls for independent Palestinian state under 1967 borders
27 February 2026, 19:55 PM

Aston Villa meet Lille again in Europa League last 16

Aston Villa will play Lille for the second time in three seasons after the sides were drawn together Friday in the last 16 of the Europa League, while Nottingham Forest have a rematch against Midtjylland of Denmark.
27 February 2026, 19:55 PM

Man City have learnt lessons from Real Madrid clashes: Guardiola

Pep Guardiola said Manchester City have learnt valuable lessons from their long-running Champions League rivalry with Real Madrid after they were pitted against the Spanish club in Friday's last 16 draw.
27 February 2026, 19:47 PM

Moulvibazar-4 MP Mujibur begins canal cleanup

Says steps will be taken against illegal encroachment
27 February 2026, 18:59 PM

John Steinbeck and the art of bearing witness

At the heart of Steinbeck's literary oeuvre lies a profound empathy for the disenfranchised
27 February 2026, 18:00 PM

Local government elections in due time: Fakhrul

'Personally indebted to the people of Thakurgaon,' he says during first visit to home district since taking oath as minister
27 February 2026, 17:59 PM

Real Madrid face Man City again in Champions League knockouts

Manchester City and Real Madrid will renew their familiar rivalry after being drawn together in the Champions League knockout phase for the sixth time since 2019-20 following Friday's draw for the last 16, quarter-finals and semi-finals.
27 February 2026, 17:50 PM

Protests at DU, JnU over rape, murder of 15 year old in Narsingdi

Students warn of mass movement if justice denied in rape cases
27 February 2026, 17:41 PM