No security threat to Ekushey observances: Says DMP chief

Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Sheikh Mohammad Sazzat Ali yesterday said there is no security threat to today’s observance of Language Martyrs’ Day and International Mother Language Day, with extensive security arrangements in place across the capital.
21 February 2026, 01:11 AM

President, PM pay homage to language martyrs at Shaheed Minar

The heads of state and government, separately, stood in solemn silence to honour the sacrifices of the martyrs who laid down their lives for the recognition of Bangla as a state language
21 February 2026, 00:06 AM

Father, son among 5 killed in road accidents in 3 districts

Five people were killed, and another was injured in separate road accidents in three districts today, according to reports from our correspondents.
20 February 2026, 22:35 PM

‘Is this a declaration to nationalise extortion?’

Jamaat Ameer Shafiqur Rahman slams transport minister’s remarks
20 February 2026, 21:14 PM

Job seeker jailed for using electronic devices during recruitment test in Kishoreganj

Mobile court sentences him to 28 days in prison and fines Tk 100
20 February 2026, 21:14 PM

Delhi seeks stronger, friendly ties with Dhaka: Jaiswal

Indian MEA spokesperson says Lok Sabha speaker handed over a letter from Modi to Tarique
20 February 2026, 20:29 PM
20 February 2026, 20:15 PM

'If extortion is acceptable on roads, where does it stop?' TIB asks

Calls on PM to reject transport minister’s defence of road extortion and ensure accountability
20 February 2026, 19:47 PM

Let us preserve the linguistic diversity within our country: PM Tarique Rahman

In Language Martyrs’ Day message, he stresses protection of Bangla, institutions, and people’s power
20 February 2026, 19:28 PM

SCBA election on March 11-12

As per the election schedule, nomination papers will be submitted between 9:00am and 3:00pm from February 19 to March 1
20 February 2026, 19:27 PM

Jamaat ameer to lead 11-party MPs in midnight tribute at Shaheed Minar

Alliance lawmakers will also visit Azimpur Graveyard
20 February 2026, 19:07 PM
20 February 2026, 18:54 PM

8 activists of banned Jubo League, BCL held during flash procession in Ctg

Legal proceedings against them underway, says Kotwali OC
20 February 2026, 18:03 PM
20 February 2026, 17:54 PM
20 February 2026, 17:54 PM

'No more running after doctors'

Health Minister Sakhawat says govt to take healthcare to citizens’ doorsteps
20 February 2026, 17:49 PM

Malaysian PM congratulates Tarique Rahman

Both leaders emphasise enhancing Bangladesh-Malaysia relations
20 February 2026, 17:03 PM
20 February 2026, 13:39 PM

Class 10 student stabbed to death after Taraweeh in Bogura

16-year-old attacked by group of 10-12 youths outside village mosque; no arrests yet
20 February 2026, 13:21 PM

No security threat to Ekushey February observances: DMP chief

Central Shaheed Minar to open to public at 12:40am, he says
20 February 2026, 13:15 PM