ACC probing 50 former, current cops over graft

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) is investigating allegations of bribery and corruption against at least 50 former and current police officials.
4 December 2025

Dhaka seeks to shape ‘new canvas’ in ties with Delhi

Bangladesh is trying to shape a “new canvas” in its relations with India, where both countries share a common future, said Bangladesh High Commissioner to India Riaz Hamidullah yesterday.
4 December 2025

SM Ali’s 97th birth anniversary

Today is the 97th birth anniversary of Syed Mohammad Ali, founder editor-publisher of The Daily Star and a luminary in journalism of Bangladesh.
4 December 2025

Frame charges against 4 accused

The prosecution yesterday completed its hearing on charge framing and pleaded before the ICT-1 to charge four accused -- two former BGB officials who later returned to the army, and two police officers -- in a crimes against humanity case filed over the killing of 28 protesters during the July uprising in Rampura.
4 December 2025

BNP finalises more Dhaka candidates

The BNP has announced candidates for 36 more constituencies, including several in Dhaka, where the National Citizen Party is fielding its top leaders as contenders in the upcoming national elections.
4 December 2025

BNP finalises its candidates for key battles

The BNP has announced candidates for 36 more constituencies, including several in Dhaka, where the National Citizen Party is fielding its top leaders as contenders in the upcoming national elections.
4 December 2025

Three more die of dengue, 565 get hospitalised

At least three dengue patients died while 565 others were hospitalised in 24 hours till 8:00am yesterday.
4 December 2025

Act now to protect women, children from trafficking

Speakers at a national event yesterday called for urgent, coordinated reforms to protect women and children from rising violence and trafficking.
4 December 2025

Health assistants to continue demo

Health assistants have decided to continue their work abstention, stating that the authorities have failed to convince them that their demands, including amendments to their recruitment rules, will be addressed soon.
4 December 2025

National Election: BNP finalises more Dhaka candidates

With the announcement of 36 candidates today, BNP has now finalised candidates for 272 constituencies
4 December 2025
4 December 2025

Several UK universities close door on Bangladeshi and Pakistani students: FT

Institutions cite tougher compliance thresholds and rising asylum claims
4 December 2025

Police recover bullet-hit body from health complex in Moulvibazar

Victim died at hospital after returning from Indian territory with injury, says BGB
4 December 2025

Don’t clear mangrove forests for shrimp farms: fisheries adviser

Mangrove forests are indispensable for safeguarding the coastal environment, says Farida Akhter
4 December 2025

Experts call for stronger Bangladesh-China cooperation in healthcare, education

They're the foundation for a country's prosperity, Chinese embassy official says
4 December 2025

Bangladesh seeking to articulate a 'new canvas' in its ties with India: Envoy

Bangladesh high commissioner highlights economic interdependence, cultural diplomacy
4 December 2025

Reforms must to protect women and children from violence, trafficking: Speakers

Unicef and Sweden launch report recommending systemic child protection, justice reforms, and prevention strategies
4 December 2025

Govt approves Police Commission Ordinance

New commission to modernise police and ensure accountability, Adviser Rizwana says
4 December 2025

What’s it like to live in the world’s 2nd most populous city?

Welcome to Dhaka: The city that refuses to say ‘no vacancy’
4 December 2025

BNP reaffirms commitment to polls process after announcing 36 more candidates

Nazrul Islam Khan urges extended polling hours and additional booths
4 December 2025