Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer and Leader of the Opposition Shafiqur Rahman yesterday described China as a “true friend” of Bangladesh, calling for expanded initiatives for public welfare.

UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan yesterday joined Bangladesh Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman in calling for restraint in the Middle East and urging all sides to seek a diplomatic solution.

Law enforcement agencies have stepped up security across the country, especially at transport hubs and residential areas, to ensure safe and smooth Eid travels for millions of homebound passengers.

A seven-day public holiday has begun across the country as people prepare to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, triggering a rush of travellers from major cities, particularly Dhaka, where terminals are witnessing increased passenger pressure.

Today is the 47th death anniversary of Abul Mansur Ahmad, a renowned litterateur, journalist, and politician of the sub-continent. He passed away in 1979.

Security tightened as terminals overflow

Police suspect negligence by both drivers led to the collision

Cousins aged 3 and 4 were playing near water

About 200 people received iftar today

Party urges swift local polls, warns of phased programmes if demands remain unmet

Child mentally traumatised, undergoing treatment

Khalilur Rahman, Rebeca Grynspan warn developing countries hit by energy disruptions, trade turmoil

Beyond the screen, a fading childhood ritual returns, proving that some traditions are too precious to be left in the digital past

Authorities vow action against crimes at transport hubs

In just five years, strawberry cultivation in Rangpur has grown from 6 to 47 hectares

Bangladesh will not accept dominance from any country, Shafiqur says

PM and his wife Zubaida Rahman finish passport formalities for upcoming foreign visits

Services to resume following day

Govt offices, courts, and many private institutions closed; Dhaka sees surge in homebound travellers

Truck hits motorcycle in Patgram, leaving another child critically injured