Envoys call for press freedom ahead of polls

End impunity for crimes against journalists, they say
3 December 2025

Bangladesh can ‘reset the narrative’ with credible polls

Bangladesh has a chance to reset the narrative with credible and professionally run elections, European Union Ambassador in Dhaka Michael Miller said yesterday.
2 December 2025

Modi wishes Khaleda quick recovery

Expressing deep concern over BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia’s health, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India is ready to extend all possible support in any way it can.
1 December 2025

‘Our progress and prosperity interconnected’

Shared sacrifices by Bangladesh and India during the 1971 Liberation War continue to emotionally connect the two nations and inspire their growing relationship, said Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma yesterday.
1 December 2025

Bangladesh to import 20MW more from Nepal

Bangladesh has decided to import an additional 20MW of hydroelectricity from Nepal, building on the existing arrangement under which the country buys 40MW for six months between June and November.
29 November 2025

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif wishes Khaleda Zia a swift recovery

Praises BNP chairperson’s contributions to Bangladesh
29 November 2025

Chinese investors keen on green tech, jute and pharma in Bangladesh

EXIM Bank of China vice-president tells chief adviser
28 November 2025

‘Request received’: What India is doing with Bangladesh’s call to hand over Hasina

Indian MEA reiterates commitment to peace, democracy, and stability in Bangladesh
26 November 2025

'Situation different now': Bangladesh expects India's answer on Hasina's return

'Don't expect an answer within a week,' foreign affairs adviser says
26 November 2025

Inclusive growth lays strong foundation for nations

Inclusive economic growth and pluralistic values make a strong foundation of states, said leading economists and foreign diplomats yesterday.
24 November 2025

Govt seeks French support to boost fire service, earthquake preparedness

EU observers to join polls once EC makes formal request, says ambassador
24 November 2025

Dhaka, Thimphu reaffirm pledge to strengthen ties

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus and Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation at bilateral, regional, subregional and international levels with a shared goal of promoting peace and prosperity.
23 November 2025

Citizens’ vigilance key to resilient democracy

Political analysts urged citizens to remain vigilant all the time, not only in holding their own governments to account, but also in questioning the global systems that help shape crises in developing nations.
23 November 2025

MoUs inked with Bhutan on internet, healthcare

Bangladesh and Bhutan yesterday signed two memoranda of understanding on health cooperation and internet connectivity and also explored plans to formally begin talks on a bilateral free trade agreement (FTA).
22 November 2025

Bhutan key part in Bangladesh’s regional economic vision: chief adviser

Both sides discuss a plan to formally launch discussions on bilateral FTA
22 November 2025

Intensify efforts to safeguard migrant workers

UN human rights experts yesterday voiced renewed alarm over the exploitation and debt bondage of Bangladeshi migrant workers in Malaysia.
21 November 2025

Pakistan says Hasina’s death sentence Bangladesh’s ‘internal matter’

Bangladesh ‘fully capable’ of addressing own issues, says Pakistan Foreign Office spokesperson
21 November 2025

UN, US express condolences over Bangladesh earthquake casualties

BMD reports epicentre in Narsingdi's Madhabdi
21 November 2025

Bhutan PM arrives Saturday for 3-day state visit

Bangladesh will roll out the red carpet on Saturday to welcome Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay, who arrives on a three-day state visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations through enhanced connectivity, trade and investment.
20 November 2025

Security meet: Khalilur urges unity against threats of misinformation

Bangladesh National Security Adviser Khalilur Rahman yesterday emphasised the need for implementing collective actions among Colombo Security Conclave member countries to address the challenges of cybersecurity, misinformation, and disinformation.
20 November 2025