Two persons were killed and 17 injured when a pickup lost control and fell into a roadside ditch at sadar upazila in Satkhira district early Tuesday (May 16). The accident took place at Kumira Bazar on the Satkhira-Khulna highway around 4:45 am. The deceased were Sumon Hossain, 35,

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today (May 16) underscored the need for economic cooperation between South and Southeast Asian countries for mutual benefit. She said: "Economic cooperation is necessary between South and Southeast Asian countries for the mutual benefit of this

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina spoke to the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) during her visit to the UK on various issues including criticisms regarding human rights situation in Bangladesh, extrajudicial killings, US sanctions, democracy and the Rohingya issue. The premier, in her

Bangladesh Meteorological Department predicted Rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty or squally wind in many places across the country, in 24 hours starting from 9am today (May 16). According to the Met office bulletin, rain or thunder showers accompanied by temporary

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as the world’s most powerful passport, according to a report by the Nomad Passport Ranking Index 2023. The passport ranking was made on the grounds of travel, taxation, dual citizenship, perception and freedom. However, the passport of

The government said foreign ambassadors including the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and Saudi Arabia, will no longer get additional security escort in Bangladesh. Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen informed the media on Monday (15 May). He said, "We have decided not

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Monday (May 15) said there is no reason to worry about the country's forex reserves.  The Prime Minister made the remark in a press conference at Ganabhaban this afternoon while briefing on her recent tri-nation tour. The prime minister said

A Jhenaidah court on Monday (May 15) sentenced three youths to death in the gang rape case of a 7th grader girl in Jhenaidah.  Judge Md Mizanur Rahman of Jhenaidah Women and Children Repression Prevention Tribunal passed the verdict this afternoon.  The death row convicts

A teenage girl allegedly committed suicide at Mirpur upazila in Kushtia district on Sunday (May 14) night. The dead Hafsa Khatun, 19, daughter of Edris Mondal, a resident of Charmail Tatibandho area under Baruipara union of the upazila. Hafsa's mother Seema Khatun said her

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said the country's smooth transition from the LDC to developing country might be disrupted due to frequent climate-induced disasters. She said: “Bangladesh has been recommended for graduation from the LDC by 2026. However, frequent

Three salt workers were killed after Cyclone Mocha hit a salt field in Maheshkhali of Cox's Bazar on Sunday (May 14).  The deceased were identified as Ridwan, 35, son of Abul Fazal of Kalagazir Para village of Hoanak Union of Upazila, Muhammad Neshar, 32, son of Aktar Kabir of

The launch services on the Daulatdia-Paturia route resumed after about 51 hours of disruption due to Cyclone Mocha. The movement became normal around 9 am on Monday, said BIWTA authorities. The authorities stopped the launch movement on this route from 6 am on Saturday morning due

A powerful cyclone has hit the coastlines of Bangladesh and Myanmar after intensifying into the equivalent of a category-five storm. Cyclone Mocha did not make landfall at the world's largest refugee camp in Cox's Bazar, as earlier feared, but still destroyed hundreds of

President Mohammed Shahabuddin and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina expressed deep shock and sorrow at the death of renowned actor, parliament member and valiant freedom fighter Akbar Hossain Pathan (Farooque). In a message of condolence, the President prayed for eternal peace of the

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is set to hold a media briefing this (May 15) afternoon about the outcome of her recent tri-nation visit to Japan, the United States and the United Kingdom (UK). The press conference will be held at her official Ganabhaban residence at 4pm, Prime

The budget session of the Parliament for this year will begin on May 31.  According to information, finance Minister AHM Mustafa Kamal is scheduled to present the national budget for the 2023-24 fiscal year on June 1. President Mohammed Shahabuddin summoned the 23rd session

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will address the media tomorrow (May 15) to brief regarding of her recent tri-nation visit to Japan, the United States (US) and the United Kingdom (UK). Prime Minister's Press Secretary Ihsanul Karim confirmed the matter to media today (May 14). He

The High Court (HC) has set Monday (May 14) for bail hearing date of Evaly's CEO Mohammad Rassel in the Digital Security Act case. The High Court bench comprising Justice Mustafa Zaman Islam and Justice Md Aminul Islam passed the order after hearing the bail application. Senior

Journalist Azhar Mahmud has passed away at Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) in Dhaka. He was 53.  Azhar was former general secretary of Crime Reporters Association of Bangladesh (CRAB) He was the editor-in-chief of Campuslive24.com, breathed his last in

The High Court (HC) on Sunday (May 14) issued a rule asking the authorities concerned to explain in four weeks why they should not be directed to take steps for addressing and resolving the issues relating to the deprivation of Hindu women’s rights. The Hindu women demanded