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Special passport correction facility for expatriates extended

The government has extended the special facility for issuing and re-issuing passports with corrected information for Bangladeshi citizens living abroad by another six months. According to the new decision, this facility will remain effective until December 31, 2026.

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National

Health workers will conduct home-to-home health screening to detect diseases at early stage: Health Minister

Stating that every citizen of the country has the right to healthcare, Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Hossain said no one will be deprived of healthcare. To ensure the health care of the people and to detect fatal diseases at an early stage, the government will start a 'Home-to-Home Health Screening' program across the country.

3 weeks ago 67 views

Economy

International conference begins to accelerate foreign investment for employment and prosperity

An international conference and investors expo titled 'FICCI FDI Conference-2026: Driving Foreign Investment for Jobs and Prosperity in Bangladesh' has begun in the capital with the aim of creating employment and increasing foreign direct investment (FDI) in the country's economy.

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National

Started my career as a businessman

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman said that before entering politics, he himself started his career as a businessman. From that experience, he realized that the success of any business does not depend solely on the entrepreneur's skill or political assurances; rather, growth-friendly government policies also play an important role in this regard.

3 weeks ago 45 views

National

Strong rumors of President Shahabuddin's resignation, claim of phone call with Sheikh Hasina behind it

Rumors that President Mohammed Shahabuddin may resign soon have gained momentum in political circles. Multiple sources claim that the possibility of the President's resignation has increased after a purported secret telephone conversation with ousted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina came to light. However, no official announcement has been made yet.

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World

Three centuries of 'Jantar Mantar': From an astronomical observatory to a symbol of protest in Delhi

Delhi's historic Jantar Mantar was built in 1724. Originally established for astronomical observations, this observatory has, over three centuries, become one of India's most well-known protest sites.

3 weeks ago 89 views

National

Local government will strengthen democracy and the state: Local Government Minister

Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said that a country's democracy and state system are truly strengthened when its local government system is effective and empowered. By empowering grassroots representatives, it is possible to deliver services to the people's doorsteps and further solidify the foundation of democracy.

3 weeks ago 58 views

Politics

Jamaat expels Nazrul; what does the constitution say about his MP seat?

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has expelled its lawmaker from the Satkhira-4 constituency, Gazi Nazrul Islam, following a video controversy. However, questions are now being raised about whether he will retain his parliamentary seat after this party decision.

3 weeks ago 57 views

Expatriates

Bonny Amin calls for global resistance against Awami League

Despite being attacked in Rome, the capital of Italy, Australian-Bangladeshi content creator Bonny Amin has announced that he will not back down from his position. He has also called for building global resistance against the Awami League.

3 weeks ago 121 views

Economy

Ship recycling industry plays an important role in Bangladesh's economy: Khondaker Abdul Muktadir

Commerce, Industry, and Textiles and Jute Minister Khondaker Abdul Muktadir has said that various initiatives have been taken with the assistance of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to make Bangladesh's ship recycling industry safe, modern, and environmentally friendly, and to connect small and medium-sized industrial enterprises with the international supply chain.

3 weeks ago 58 views

Education

Ragging Allegations at Pabna University of Science and Technology, Fresher Hospitalized

Several senior students of the Pharmacy department at Pabna University of Science and Technology (PUST) have been accused of ragging freshers. In this incident, a fresher fell ill and was first admitted to Pabna General Hospital and later to Rajshahi Medical College Hospital.

3 weeks ago 111 views

Politics

Jamaat expels MP Ghazi Nazrul over moral misconduct allegations

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has decided to expel Ghazi Nazrul Islam, the Member of Parliament for Satkhira-4 constituency, from the party. The decision was taken after organizational investigations proved allegations of moral misconduct against him.

3 weeks ago 48 views

Entertainment

YouTube star 'MrBeast' gets married, bride is content creator Thea Booysen

World-famous YouTuber and content creator Jimmy Donaldson, known as 'MrBeast', has married his long-time girlfriend Thea Booysen. Although known for producing videos with massive budgets worth billions of dollars, he kept his wedding arrangements completely private and simple.

3 weeks ago 143 views

National

EC wants to make NID renewal mandatory after 15 years

The Election Commission (EC) has decided to make it mandatory to renew the National Identity Card (NID) after its 15-year validity expires. At the same time, the necessary information, application process, and fees for NID renewal and transfer have been determined.

3 weeks ago 74 views

Law Justice

Sagar-Runi murder case investigation report delayed again, new date August 27

The date for submitting the investigation report in the murder case of journalist couple Sagar Sarwar and Meherun Runi has been postponed again. This marks the 128th time the submission of the investigation report in the case has been extended.

3 weeks ago 89 views

Law Justice

Barrister Sumon granted bail in Habiganj attempted murder case

The High Court has granted bail to Supreme Court lawyer and former Member of Parliament Barrister Syed Sayedul Haque Sumon in an attempted murder case in Habiganj.

3 weeks ago 82 views

Education

Directive to form 4 football teams in all madrasas across the country, information must be submitted by July 30

The Bangladesh Madrasa Education Board has directed all madrasas across the country to form four football teams each with the aim of successfully organizing the 'Prime Minister's Gold Cup Football Tournament-2026'. At the same time, it has been instructed to organize inter-class football competitions, ensure regular practice, and submit team formation information to the board by July 30.

3 weeks ago 149 views

Economy

5% tax incentive for e-return filing in July-September: NBR

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has started the online income tax return (e-return) filing process for individual taxpayers for the 2026-27 tax year. At the same time, to encourage taxpayers to file returns on time, the organization has announced a 5% incentive (maximum Tk 25,000) on net tax payable for returns filed between July and September.

3 weeks ago 78 views

National

Bangladesh moves up three steps in passport index, visa-free travel to 35 countries

Bangladesh has moved up three steps in the global ranking of powerful passports. In the 2026 mid-year update, Bangladesh's position is 97th. North Korea is in the same position. According to this new ranking, Bangladeshi passport holders can travel to 35 countries visa-free, visa on arrival, or without prior visa.

3 weeks ago 85 views

Expatriates

Video of attack on content creator Boni Amin in Italy goes viral

A video of an attack on Australian-Bangladeshi content creator Boni Amin has spread on social media. After the video was released, netizens began widespread discussion and criticism of the incident.

3 weeks ago 136 views

Special passport correction facility for expatriates extended

Health workers will conduct home-to-home health screening to detect diseases at early stage: Health Minister

International conference begins to accelerate foreign investment for employment and prosperity

Started my career as a businessman

Strong rumors of President Shahabuddin's resignation, claim of phone call with Sheikh Hasina behind it

Three centuries of 'Jantar Mantar': From an astronomical observatory to a symbol of protest in Delhi

Local government will strengthen democracy and the state: Local Government Minister

Jamaat expels Nazrul; what does the constitution say about his MP seat?

Bonny Amin calls for global resistance against Awami League

Ship recycling industry plays an important role in Bangladesh's economy: Khondaker Abdul Muktadir

Ragging Allegations at Pabna University of Science and Technology, Fresher Hospitalized

Jamaat expels MP Ghazi Nazrul over moral misconduct allegations

YouTube star 'MrBeast' gets married, bride is content creator Thea Booysen

EC wants to make NID renewal mandatory after 15 years

Sagar-Runi murder case investigation report delayed again, new date August 27

Barrister Sumon granted bail in Habiganj attempted murder case

Directive to form 4 football teams in all madrasas across the country, information must be submitted by July 30

5% tax incentive for e-return filing in July-September: NBR

Bangladesh moves up three steps in passport index, visa-free travel to 35 countries

Video of attack on content creator Boni Amin in Italy goes viral

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