Fear of forced retirement, punishment over past deeds, and uncertainty surrounding transfers and promotions are weighing heavily on police officials. Many of them say they are now hesitant before making decisions that could later become politically controversial.

At least 4,226 Bangladeshi women travelled to China on family visas between 2020 and 2025.

Since the late 1980s, Bangladesh’s SSC pass rate has seen major fluctuations, reflecting not only student performance but also suggesting the influence of political realities, exam reforms, marking practices, and education policies.

Bangladesh’s energy crisis is the consequence of decades of planning failures, import dependence, weak exploration, distorted pricing, politically driven expansion and poor use of domestic resources, said experts yesterday.

At least 196 fishermen from Patharghata upazila of Barguna have gone missing while fishing at sea or in rivers over the past 33 years. Their families are not only left without closure, but also without any government assistance.

On February 7, 2025, a group of men allegedly took over Md Shamim’s rickshaw garage in Kallyanpur, forcing out all 16 rickshaws kept there.

Salahuddin says govt to follow zero-tolerance policy against such crimes

From just 35 in 2022 to 1,721 in 2025

Residents exchange discarded bottles and other plastic waste for fruits, plants, and medicinal plant saplings

Another victim's body to be cremated in Kolkata

Police suspect suicide but were also investigating the possibility of murder

Says govt aims to restore democracy, development and Bangladesh’s global reputation

New minister says he will assess the ministry’s responsibilities and practical challenges after joining office tomorrow

Traditional boat race draws thousands to the Buriganga as part of DSCC's month-long ‘Hridoye Dhaka 416’ festival

Four newly appointed ministers and two state ministers today paid homage to the martyrs of the Liberation War at the National Martyrs’ Memorial in Savar, a day after taking oath at Bangabhaban.

With no permanent dumping site, commuters, traders and residents face stench, insects and health concerns every day

Leaders express hope for stronger bilateral ties and continued regional cooperation

One more body to be repatriated through Bhomra border, while another victim to be cremated in India at family’s request

The listing comes amid uncertainty over how Bangladeshis will be recruited under a revised arrangement

US District Judge Jeannette Vargas in Manhattan issued the ruling yesterday, describing the policy announced by the State Department in January as “patently unlawful” and contrary to federal immigration law