Explainer / What to do if rats or termites destroy your money? Here’s what Bangladesh Bank says
9 August 2026
Claims for torn, damp or pest-damaged notes can be filed directly with the central bank or through a scheduled bank
9 August 2026
Symbolism or intimidation?
19 July 2026
The “League Dhor” (Catch the League) marathon organised by the Dhaka University unit of Islami Chhatra Shibir last Friday was intended as a symbolic reminder of the resistance against the now-banned Chhatra League, said Md Abu Shadik (Shadik Kayem), vice president of Ducsu and immediate past leader of Shibir.
19 July 2026
February 12 election | Dhaka 1-20 / Dhaka may become the bellwether again
12 February 2026
A long-standing, unwritten equation has shaped Bangladesh’s parliamentary elections -- the party that secures a majority in the capital usually finds its path to forming the government.
12 February 2026
‘Ensure state recognition, basic rights’
12 February 2026
Meem Hazera, 45, the lone hijra/ third gender voter from Kumarbarila village under Dhaka’s Nawabganj upazila, is eagerly waiting to cast a vote in the national election today, like everyone else.
12 February 2026
February 12 election | Dhaka-17 / With Tarique in race, all eyes on Dhaka-17
11 February 2026
Kona and Jannat were strolling through the Banani DNCC Market when they suddenly found themselves amid an election campaign procession.
11 February 2026
Against odds, 17 women take on Dhaka polls
11 February 2026
On the morning of February 9, a large crowd gathered near the Mirpur-1 Eidgah field.
11 February 2026
February 12 election | Dhaka-6 / Legacy collides with new promises
10 February 2026
As the election date draws closer, a festive political mood has taken hold of the Dhaka-6 constituency.
10 February 2026
February 12 election | Dhaka-3 / Civic amenities top voter demands
9 February 2026
Sinthia Akter runs a beauty parlour in Rahmatpur, Jinjira, along the banks of the Buriganga river. She has lived in the area since childhood.
9 February 2026
Struggle for a secular Bangladesh will persist: Ashfaque Nipun
When it comes to speaking out against injustice and oppression, there aren’t many artistes who stand out as prominently as Ashfaque Nipun. Known for his active presence both online and on the ground, Nipun has been a vocal participant in various protests. His determination was evident during the quota reform movement, which later evolved into the anti-discrimination student movement and led to the dramatic fall of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s regime.
22 August 2024