Bangladesh to purchase 5 LNG cargoes from Switzerland, UK, Singapore

The Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase has recommended separate proposals to import five liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargoes to meet the country's fuel requirements
3 June 2026, 18:48 PM

Bangladesh fight back to secure final spot

Bangladesh scored a dramatic stoppage-time winner as defending champions came from behind to beat Nepal 2-1 in a keenly-contested SAFF Women's Championship semifinal on Wednesday, securing a third consecutive appearance in the tournament final.
3 June 2026, 18:37 PM

Iran attack on Kuwait airport kills one, injures 63

25 ambulances dispatched to Kuwait International Airport for emergency response
3 June 2026, 18:10 PM

Bangladesh requests new financial arrangement from IMF

IMF mission chief for Bangladesh says in a statement
3 June 2026, 18:07 PM

50 injured as Argentina, Brazil supporters clash in Habiganj village

Dispute over a local friendly match result escalated into violence, police say
3 June 2026, 18:05 PM

Trump says Iran has agreed to not have a nuclear weapon

Negotiations ongoing; Trump warns strikes could resume if deal fails
3 June 2026, 18:03 PM

Man sent to jail in Habiganj rape case

Police say the accused allegedly broke into a woman’s home and raped her
3 June 2026, 17:58 PM

‘Grateful to receive this honour during my lifetime’

“It is difficult to put into words. There are certain moments and certain times in life when everything cannot be fully expressed. That is how I feel right now. Even after hearing the news, I find it hard to describe my emotions,” Shabnam told The Daily Star.
3 June 2026, 17:56 PM

Another uprising if anyone acts against Liberation War: Ishraque

State minister for Liberation War affairs says no party or individual will be allowed to disrespect freedom fighters
3 June 2026, 17:50 PM

Cattle market near Uttara metro station: DNCC to assess damage

Committee will inspect waste buildup, damaged trees and road impact near Sectors 16 and 18
3 June 2026, 17:32 PM

Deaths from measles, measles-like symptoms cross 600

DGHS reports seven more fatalities in 24 hours
3 June 2026, 17:04 PM

SAFF Championship likely in Dhaka in November, says general secretary

The South Asian Football Federation is considering rescheduling the SAFF Championship to November, with Dhaka remaining the likely host city, according to SAFF general secretary Purushottam Kattel.
3 June 2026, 16:48 PM

Last crocodile removed from Khan Jahan Ali Mazar pond, ending centuries-old tradition

Officials say the decision was made in the interest of public safety
3 June 2026, 16:33 PM

Nasiruddin Patwary’s motorcade attacked in Benapole

NCP leader says delegation came under attack after on-site border visit
3 June 2026, 16:27 PM

Ministry weighs action after joint secretary’s mother found dead in Mirpur flat

State minister says authorities are verifying the matter and reviewing the Parents’ Support Act, 2013
3 June 2026, 16:17 PM

Bangladesh's exports fall 7% in May

In the July-May period, exports declined 2.55 percent to $43.79 billion
3 June 2026, 16:10 PM

Electricity price hiked, consumers to pay Tk 1.52 more per kilowatt-hour

BERC raises retail electricity price by 16.68% and wholesale rate by 19.85%
3 June 2026, 15:35 PM

Ramisa murder trial: Sohel seeks pardon, Swapna denies charges during examination

Prime accused blames another man; tribunal fixes tomorrow for closing arguments
3 June 2026, 15:27 PM

That is not Bangladesh’s matter to discuss: Shama Obaed about Mamata’s remarks

State minister says significant progress made in diplomatic efforts to bring back Osman Hadi murder suspects
3 June 2026, 15:09 PM

Three changes as Afeida returns for Nepal semifinal

Bangladesh head coach Peter Butler made three changes to his starting eleven for today's SAFF Women's Championship semifinal against Nepal, with defender Afeida Khandokar returning to the side.
3 June 2026, 15:09 PM