Sylhet hit by worst floods in years
Sylhet, hit by the worst flooding in a decade and a half. The overall flood situation has not improved, despite eight days having passed since flash floods hit this region.
National | 20 May 2022, 07:31 pm, Friday
EC begins nation-wide drive to update voter list
The Election Commission of Bangladesh on Friday embarked on a countrywide drive to enlist eligible voters in the electoral roll ahead of the 12th parliamentary polls.
National | 20 May 2022, 07:17 pm, Friday
Bangladesh logs 50 new Covid cases in 24 hrs
Bangladesh logged zero Covid-19 death and 50 positive cases in the past 24 hours till Friday morning, Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) sources said.
Health | 20 May 2022, 07:09 pm, Friday
Ukraine slams Russian campaign in Donbas 'hell', US readies $40 bn in aid
The renewed Russian offensive in Ukraine's Donbas has turned the eastern region into "hell", President Volodymyr Zelensky said, as the United States approved a gargantuan $40-billion aid package for the country.
International | 20 May 2022, 07:03 pm, Friday
Gaffar Chowdhury's body likely to arrive in Dhaka May 26: Foreign Minister
The body of prominent writer and columnist Abdul Gaffar Chowdhury - best known for writing the lyrics of "Amar Bhaier Rokte Rangano" - is likely to arrive in Dhaka Monday.
National | 20 May 2022, 08:54 pm, Friday
BNP misinterpreting PM's comment over Padma Bridge: Quader
Awami League (AL) General Secretary Obaidul Quader on Friday said BNP leaders are making ill efforts to create confusion in people's mindset by misinterpreting Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's comments over the successful construction of Padma Bridge.
Politics | 20 May 2022, 06:40 pm, Friday
Sakku expelled for life from BNP
BNP has expelled Cumilla city Mayor Monirul Haque Sakku for life as he is contesting the upcoming city polls defying the party’s decision to boycott all polls under the incumbent government.
Politics | 19 May 2022, 09:25 pm, Thursday
Dollar price falls in open market
The US dollar prices against Bangladesh currency fell by Tk 5 in the open market on Thursday after a hefty raise of forex, amid a rush of imports to meet the demand following easing of Covid pandemic.
Economy | 19 May 2022, 09:11 pm, Thursday
Bidya Sinha Mim appointed UNICEF National Ambassador in Bangladesh
Actress Bidya Sinha Saha Mim has been appointed UNICEF’s newest National Ambassador in Bangladesh. As a UNICEF National Ambassador, Mim joins prominent personalities around the world who use their voice and prominence to advocate for the rights of children.
Entertainment | 19 May 2022, 08:01 pm, Thursday
4 districts get new DCs
The government has appointed new deputy commissioners to four districts- Chandpur, Netrokona, Sherpur, Jamalpur.
National | 19 May 2022, 07:34 pm, Thursday
Sylhet schools shut due to flooding
Hundreds of students have been hit hard as flooding forced authorities to close educational institutions in Sylhet district.
National | 19 May 2022, 07:22 pm, Thursday
Hajj registration continues till Sunday
Deadline for registration of Hajj under public and private management has been extended till Sunday (May 22).
Religion | 19 May 2022, 06:55 pm, Thursday
Indonesia to lift palm oil export ban from May 23
Indonesia will lift its palm oil exports ban from Monday, May 23, President Joko Widodo said Thursday, relieving pressure on the global vegetable oil market after prices spiked because of the suspension and the war in Ukraine.
International | 19 May 2022, 06:48 pm, Thursday
Sri Lanka Hold Bangladesh To A Draw In Chittagong Test
Bangaldesh were held to a draw on Day 5 of their first Test match vs Sri Lanka, in Chittagong on Thursday.
Sports | 19 May 2022, 06:23 pm, Thursday
Abdul Gaffar Chowdhury passes away
Renowned journalist, writer and lyricist Abdul Gaffar Chowdhury passed away on Thursday.
National | 19 May 2022, 05:09 pm, Thursday
Bangladesh calls for fostering global solidarity
Bangladesh called for enhanced global solidarity to address gaps in migrants’ human rights and protection. On Wednesday (May 18), State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shahriar Alam, MP, made this call at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
National | 19 May 2022, 01:43 pm, Thursday
US lawmakers keen to further strengthen Washington-Dhaka ties
US Senator Ted Cruz (Republican-Texas) and Congressman Steve Chabot (Republican-Ohio) have expressed their willingness to facilitate further strengthening Washington-Dhaka relations.
National | 14 January 2023, 07:02 pm, Saturday
US ‘confident’ in Nordic NATO bids
The United States said Wednesday it is confident Finland and Sweden will become part of NATO, despite vocal Turkish protests--an expansion that would dramatically realign European security in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
International | 19 May 2022, 12:04 pm, Thursday
Mushfiqur Rahim dismisses his retirement talk
As his retirement issue from the T20 cricket has been the talk of the cricket fraternity for some times now, Mushfiqur Rahim himself dismissed it, saying that he wants to play in all format of cricket as long as he is able to maintain his fitness.
Sports | 18 May 2022, 09:13 pm, Wednesday
JS budget session begins June 5
The Jatiya Sangsad (JS) will go into its budget session for fiscal year 2022-23 on June 5.
National | 18 May 2022, 09:08 pm, Wednesday