Politics Government Won't Act on 'Assumption-Based' UN Report on Al-Qaeda: Home Minister
Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed on Monday characterized a recent UN Security Council report regarding Al-Qaeda's efforts to set up cells in Bangladesh as speculative.
17 Aug 2026
Business Government Explores Vetiver Grass to Protect Roads and Embankments from Erosion
A meeting chaired by PM was held in the Secretariat to evaluate the implementation of eco-friendly vetiver grass for soil erosion prevention and infrastructure protection across the country.
17 Aug 2026
International Dhaka Urges Lithuania to Set Up Visa Centre in Dhaka
Prime Minister's Foreign Affairs Adviser Humaiun Kobir today (Monday) urged Lithuania to recruit more skilled workers from the country and establish a visa centre in Dhaka.
17 Aug 2026
Politics India’s CII Delegation Visit to Dhaka to Strengthen Economic and Commercial Ties
A high-level Indian business delegation from the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) is visiting Bangladesh from 17–19 August 2026 with the objective of exploring opportunities...
17 Aug 2026
Environment SAARC Journalist Forum Bangladesh Meets SJF Executive Member in Bhutan
A delegation representing the Bangladesh Chapter of the SAARC Journalist Forum held a bilateral meeting in the Bhutanese capital with Rinzin Wangchuk, a central EC member of the organization.
17 Aug 2026
International Saudi Crown Prince Invites Prime Minister to Visit Saudi Arabia
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has extended an official invitation to PM Tarique Rahman to visit the Kingdom to discuss methods for deepening bilateral ties.
17 Aug 2026
Politics BRTC Set to Roll Out All-Female 'Pink Bus Service' in Dhaka on Tuesday
To provide female commuters across the capital with a secure, convenient and seamless transit experience, the BRTC is launching a dedicated 'Pink Bus Service' in Dhaka on Tuesday.
17 Aug 2026
Politics ICT-2 to Deliver Verdict Any Day in Case against Quader, 6 Others
ICT-2 has reserved its verdict in a crimes against humanity case filed over the killings during the July-August Mass Uprising 2024 against seven individuals.
17 Aug 2026
International Signal 3 at Maritime Ports as Low Deepens into Depression
Maritime authorities have advised the sea ports of Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla and Payra to keep local cautionary signal number 3 hoisted.
17 Aug 2026
Politics Acting President Hails Tigers' Historic Test Victory in Australia
Acting President Hafiz Uddin Ahmad Bir Bikram extended his warm congratulations to the Bangladesh national cricket team following their historic Test match victory over Australia on Sunday.
17 Aug 2026
Politics Dinesh Trivedi Emphasizes Prompt India Visit by PM Tarique Rahman
Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi has remarked that Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's visit to India should take place sooner.
17 Aug 2026
Business ADB Assures Support to Make Bangladesh USD 1 Trillion Economy
ADB is prepared to assist Bangladesh in attaining its goal of becoming an upper-middle-income nation and a trillion-dollar economy by 2034, declared ADB Vice President Yingming Yang.
17 Aug 2026
International Zimbabwe Ferry Disaster: Death Toll Rises to 84
The death toll from an overcrowded ferry sinking in Zimbabwe's Lake Kariba has risen to 84, following the recovery of 12 more bodies on Sunday.
17 Aug 2026
Politics 7.7-Magnitude Indonesia Earthquake Death Toll Climbs to 54
The fatal toll from a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Indonesia's East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) province has climbed to 54, the country's National Disaster Management Agency confirmed on Monday.
17 Aug 2026
Politics Rumor Triggers Stampede: 7 Killed in Stampede at Indian Temple
At least seven women were killed in a stampede triggered by panic over a false and baseless rumor of a snapped electrical wire at a temple in Bihar, India.
17 Aug 2026
Politics 180,000 People Left Without Power in Hawaii Amid Hurricane Lala's Fury
More than 183,000 people in the US state of Hawaii have been left without electricity following the strike of Hurricane Lala
17 Aug 2026
Business Light to Heavy Rain Forecast across Country in 24 Hours
Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has predicted widespread precipitation across various parts of the country over the 24-hour period commencing at 9 am on Monday.
17 Aug 2026
Politics Stay Alert to Rumor Spreaders, PM Urges, Pointing to Past Records
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today called upon the people to remain alert against misinformation and attempts to create confusion, stressing that Bangladesh must move forward with stability,...
17 Aug 2026
Politics Exchange Meeting at the Prime Minister's Office Today
An exchange meeting has been organized at the Prime Minister's Office to mark the completion of 180 days, or six months, since the BNP government assumed office.
17 Aug 2026
Politics Myanmar's Leader Heads to Russia
Myanmar leader Min Aung Hlaing departed Monday for Russia for talks with President Vladimir Putin, Naypyidaw said, the first visit to Moscow by the ex-junta chief since he became civilian president.
17 Aug 2026
Politics Devastating Fire at West Bengal Hotel in India, 6 Dead
At least six people were killed in a devastating fire at a hotel building in the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India. Several others were seriously injured due to burns and smoke inhalation.
17 Aug 2026
Politics Trump Welcomes Saudi-Turkish-Pakistani Defense Pact
US President Donald Trump has welcomed the "Mecca Joint Defense Pact" signed between Turkey, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia.
17 Aug 2026
Politics 'Pink Bus' Coming to the Capital: Female Drivers and Conductors Too
A special "Pink Bus" service is set to be a new addition to public transport in the capital. Initiated by the Bangladesh Road Transport Corporation (BRTC),...
17 Aug 2026
Politics Shanto Targets Next Test, not WTC Final
Despite having a realistic chance of reaching the World Test Championship (WTC) final, Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto refused to look that far as he focused on to keep up the good form...
17 Aug 2026