Why Jamaat's debut as opposition in parliament fails the history test

This is not to criticise Jamaat-e-Islami because it proposed names of war criminals for condolence motion at the parliament
18 March 2026, 14:33 PM

Eid travel steady on on Padma Bridge, Dhaka–Mawa Expressway

Vehicle shortage leaves many passengers waiting for hours
18 March 2026, 14:08 PM

Probe body formed after two patients die during SBMCH fire evacuation

The deaths occurred when patients were shifting by relatives, hospital authorities say
18 March 2026, 13:12 PM

Three killed as microbus catches fire in Bogura

Gas leak behind the vehicle catching fire
18 March 2026, 13:11 PM

Sylhet tea belt braces for Eid rush; resorts near full occupancy

Authorities tighten security while businesses expand services to handle anticipated surge of visitors
18 March 2026, 12:40 PM

Moon-sighting meeting set for tomorrow to fix Eid-ul-Fitr date

Public urged to report Shawwal moon sightings through official hotlines or local administration
18 March 2026, 12:09 PM

109 workers terminated at Gazipur knitwear factory during Eid holidays

Workers express concern after layoffs; management says dues cleared under labour law provisions
18 March 2026, 10:43 AM

4 arrested over Shaheed Minar killing

Police say ‘mystery solved’ ahead of formal briefing
18 March 2026, 09:27 AM

PM to launch Farmers’ Card on Pahela Baishakh

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will inaugurate the Farmers’ Card programme in Tangail Sadar upazila on Pahela Baishakh, the first day of the Bangla New Year, on April 14.
18 March 2026, 02:36 AM

Half of youths missed out on jobs in past decade

Nearly half of working-age youths in Bangladesh did not find jobs over the past decade, with young women facing particularly steep barriers, said Johannes Zutt, the World Bank’s vice-president for South Asia.
18 March 2026, 02:34 AM

Condition of Kushtia rape victim critical

The condition of a 10-year-girl, who was allegedly raped in a madrasa in Kushtia, is critical, said a doctor at the Rajshahi Medical College Hospital yesterday.
18 March 2026, 02:33 AM

Fuel shortage forces buses to limit Eid trips

Fuel supply disruptions have begun to affect inter‑district bus services ahead of Eid‑ul‑Fitr, with operators struggling to maintain schedules as passenger pressure builds.
18 March 2026, 02:32 AM

Eid journey home: Dhaka-Sylhet highway a major concern

Other key routes may also see delays over roadworks, bottlenecks
18 March 2026, 02:26 AM

Scrapping of lottery system: A return to the old admission rat race?

It is rare for a government decision in Bangladesh to move at lightning speed -- raised in parliament one day and implemented the very next.
18 March 2026, 02:24 AM

PM orders drive to curb violence against women

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has instructed cabinet members and senior government officials to launch a special nationwide drive to curb rape and violence against women, warning that immediate and visible action is needed to prevent further incidents.
18 March 2026, 02:23 AM

Actor Shams Suman passes away at 50

National Award-winning actor Shams Suman died on last evening while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in the capital. He was 50.
18 March 2026, 02:11 AM

Last-minute Eid shopping frenzy in Dhaka

With Eid-ul-Fitr just around the corner, Dhaka’s streets, footpaths, and markets have turned into bustling hubs as thousands of residents rush for last-minute shopping.
18 March 2026, 00:00 AM

Govt to reinstate 330 cops

The government has decided to reinstate 330 police recruits who were selected in 2006 but later denied jobs on political grounds.
18 March 2026, 00:00 AM

Nine killed in road accidents in Tangail, Kishoreganj

At least nine persons were killed in separate road accidents in Tangail and Kishoreganj districts yesterday and the day before.
18 March 2026, 00:00 AM

Strawberry cultivation expands in Rangpur region

In Lalmonirhat Sadar upazila, Hasan Zahid, 35, started cultivating strawberries on a small piece of land in 2017 to pursue his hobby. Following a promising yield, he gradually expanded cultivation to four bighas.
18 March 2026, 00:00 AM