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Politics Measles Toll Rises as Two Children Die with Symptoms Nationwide

Two children succumbed to measles-like symptoms during the 24-hour period ending at 8 am, pushing Bangladesh’s overall death toll from confirmed and suspected measles cases to 880 this year.

International ASEAN Missions Reaffirm Commitment to Deepen Strategic Ties with Bangladesh

Member missions of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in Bangladesh have reiterated their steadfast dedication to enhancing long-standing bilateral relations with Dhaka.

Politics Dhaka Promises Security for Sheikh Hasina, Shakib Al Hasan to Face Legal Process

Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and cricketer Shakib Al Hasan will receive complete state security should they return to Bangladesh to undergo the judicial process.

Politics Home Minister Calls for Enhanced Swedish Support to Resolve Rohingya Crisis

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed on Tuesday urged Sweden to bolster its assistance toward improving the living standards of forcibly displaced Rohingyas currently sheltered in Bangladesh.

Politics EC Outlines Voting Procedures for August 20 Presidential Election

Voting for the upcoming Presidential election will take place at the Session Hall of the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban on August 20, Election Commission (EC) Senior Secretary Akhtar Ahmed said on Tuesday.

Business Gold and Silver Prices Escalate Further following Rate Adjustment by BAJUS

Gold prices in Bangladesh have recorded another upward revision as the BAJUS hiked the rate of high-grade 22-carat gold jewelry by BDT 1,108 per bhori (11.664 grams).

International Syrian Court Sentences Ousted President Bashar Assad and Relatives to Death

A Syrian court on Tuesday condemned former President Bashar Assad, his younger brother Maher Assad, and their cousin Atef Najib to death in absentia for war crimes and crimes against humanity.

Politics Colombia Declares National Disaster as Powerful 7.4 Earthquake Kills 132

A devastating magnitude 7.4 earthquake—one of the strongest to strike Colombia in recent years—has left at least 132 people dead and over 480 injured.

Politics BMD Forecasts Widespread Rain and Thundershowers across Bangladesh

BMD has predicted widespread rainfall across several regions of the country over the 24-hour period commencing at 9 am on Tuesday.

Politics PM Welcomes Visa’s Plan to Expand Digital Payments and AI in Bangladesh

Global financial technology leader Visa has announced plans to scale up its investment and operational presence in Bangladesh.

Politics PM Assures AmCham of Favorable Investment Climate in Bangladesh

PM Tarique Rahman has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to facilitating international business, assuring global investors that his government will provide all necessary assistance.

Business US Cancels Nearly 175,000 Visas, Stripping Thousands More of Privileges

As part of US President Donald Trump’s stringent anti-immigration crackdown, the US Department of State has canceled more than 175,000 foreign visas to date.

Politics RAW Chief Parag Jain Arrives in Dhaka on Official Visit

Amid ongoing efforts to normalize relations between Bangladesh and India, Parag Jain, chief of India’s external intelligence agency, the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), has arrived in Dhaka...

Politics PM Tarique Rahman Wishes Speedy Recovery to Malaysian Prime Minister

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has sent a message wishing a speedy recovery to Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Politics Bangladesh Heads Toward Presidential Election via Voting After 35 Years

For the first time in the nation's history, presidential elections were held via voting in 1991. After a span of 35 years, Bangladesh is once again moving toward a presidential election process...

Politics BB Issues Strict Warning to All Commercial Banks Over Source Tax Deductions

Bangladesh Bank has issued a stern warning to all commercial banks across the country, instructing them to strictly deduct Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) at prescribed rates from the interest...

Politics Singer Agun Returns to Film Songs After Five-Year Hiatus

Renowned 1990s playback singer Agun, whose distinct voice defined an era of Bangladeshi cinema—particularly through iconic tracks associated with legendary actor Salman Shah...

Politics Death Toll Rises to 132 in Colombia Following Massive Earthquake

The death toll from the powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake that struck Colombia has risen to 132, with an additional 570 people injured.

Politics Russia May Resort to Nuclear Strike, Warns Turkish Foreign Minister

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has warned that Russia could resort to a nuclear strike as a “last resort” in the face of ongoing Ukrainian drone and missile attacks inside Russian territory.

Politics Trump Secretly Flew Out of Turkey on Smaller Plane: Washington Post

US President Donald Trump secretly flew out of Turkey last month on a smaller plane than previously known due to an assassination threat from Iran, the Washington Post reported Monday.

Politics Bangladesh Secures 2027 ODI World Cup Spot as Afghanistan Qualifies

Afghanistan has secured a 3-wicket victory against Ireland in the third ODI, clinching the series and guaranteeing their direct qualification for the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup.

Business Trump Says Would be 'Terrible Mistake' to Replace FIFA's Infantino

US President Donald Trump on Monday backed FIFA president Gianni Infantino, who is in hot water over allegations of a workplace affair and criticism of a failed private investment scheme.