ACC search panel formed after 110 days

The government has formed a search committee to appoint new leadership for the Anti-Corruption Commission 110 days after the previous commission resigned.
23 June 2026

Dhaka asks KL to invest in oil, gas exploration

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman yesterday wrapped up his two‑day official visit to Malaysia, where he made a significant push for energy and defence cooperation, a free trade agreement, and transparent labour migration.
23 June 2026

BNP, opposition to be on streets today

The ruling BNP and opposition parties will take to the streets today amid security concerns over possible flash processions by leaders and activists of the Awami League on its founding anniversary.
23 June 2026

Al’s founding anniversary: Troops, cops on alert to prevent flash processions

The government has beefed up security nationwide, deploying army personnel in six areas and stepping up vigilance in the capital as a precaution to prevent any untoward incidents surrounding today’s 77th founding anniversary of the Awami League, whose political activities are now banned.
23 June 2026

Gender inequality embedded in AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping how information is created and consumed, but it is also reinforcing harmful gender stereotypes, increasing online violence against women and girls, and excluding women from the development of the technology itself, UN Women has warned.
23 June 2026

13 rights groups urge revision of proposed NHRC Bill, 2026

Joint statement warns of weakened independence, calls for alignment with global standards
22 June 2026
22 June 2026

Ismail Zabihullah nominated to ICAPP standing committee

Established in 2000, ICAPP is an international forum comprising political parties from various Asian countries
22 June 2026

PM Tarique heads to China's Dalian for Summer Davos after Malaysia visit

The prime minister begins the China leg of his first overseas tour since taking office, with meetings planned with Xi Jinping and Li Qiang
22 June 2026

CHT MPs urge govt to retain tax exemption for indigenous people

In a joint letter to the finance minister, the lawmakers sought continued income tax exemptions and broader support for indigenous-owned businesses
22 June 2026

Viral albino buffalo ‘Donald Trump’ moved to BLRI for genetic research

The social media sensation is undergoing a 14-day quarantine before scientists begin research on breed development
22 June 2026

30 AL acitivists detained in special drive across Gazipur

Police say drives aimed at maintaining law and order
22 June 2026

From hill fruit to cash crop: Lotkon boom transforms fortunes of Rangpur farmers

Bumper harvests, rising prices and growing demand are driving rapid expansion of commercial cultivation across northern districts
22 June 2026
22 June 2026

Malaysia eyes deeper ties with Bangladesh in AI, semiconductors and energy

Anwar Ibrahim says cooperation should extend beyond trade and labour migration into emerging technologies and research
22 June 2026

Bagerhat shrine crocodile refuses food for 19 days after relocation

Forest officials say no immediate cause for alarm
22 June 2026

PM's visit to draw more magnificent blueprint for development of Dhaka-Beijing relations: Ambassador Yao

Chinese Ambassador to Bangladesh Yao Wen has said Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's official visit to China holds "historic significance" and will draw a "more magnificent blueprint" for Bangladesh-China relations.
22 June 2026

PM urges Malaysia to reopen labour market, recruit more Bangladeshi workers

Bangladesh and Malaysia also agreed to pursue an FTA and strengthen cooperation
22 June 2026

Tarique Rahman, Anwar Ibrahim hold one-to-one meeting

After the talks, a high-level meeting between the two countries is scheduled to begin
22 June 2026

656 judge posts vacant nationwide

Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman informed the parliament yesterday that 656 judge positions remain vacant across the country.
22 June 2026