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'Different Contexts, Common Aspirations' — International Youth Day 2026 Celebrated

'Different Contexts, Common Aspirations' — with this theme, International Youth Day 2026 was observed today through various programs across the country. On the occasion, a special discussion meeting was held at the Foreign Service Academy in Dhaka jointly organized by the Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Various development organizations partnered in the event.

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National

Six police officers including Biplab and Ruhani dismissed

The government has taken another major administrative step in the police force. The government has dismissed six officers, including controversial police officer Biplab Kumar Sarkar and Golam Ruhani, brother of former Chhatra League General Secretary Golam Rabbani and Assistant Police Commissioner of Dhaka Metropolitan Police.

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Power situation will improve from this evening: State Minister for Energy

Power, Energy and Mineral Resources State Minister Anindya Islam Amit has said the country's electricity situation will improve somewhat from this evening. He said load shedding will also decrease by evening. However, it is not possible to specify right now when the energy crisis will be fully resolved.

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Delhi's dual policy and Dhaka's 'hard message'

Opinion

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Delhi's dual policy and Dhaka's 'hard message'

Bangladesh's recent foreign ministry briefing and subsequent diplomatic developments indicate a clear shift in South Asian geopolitics. Indian representative Dinesh Babuji's sudden rushing around and his urgent meeting with Bangladesh's prime minister are not isolated incidents; rather, they are a direct effect of a stern and clear message given by Dhaka, going beyond long-established diplomatic conventions.

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Economy

Bangladesh trade delegation meets with New Zealand's Ministry for Primary Industries

An important meeting was held between Bangladesh and New Zealand with the aim of agriculture, food security, technology exchange and trade expansion. The meeting was held on Wednesday in the meeting room of the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) in Wellington, New Zealand.

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National

Youth must be prepared to face the challenges of the artificial intelligence era: Information Minister

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan said that with the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI), the youth must be equipped with appropriate knowledge and skills to tackle the new realities and challenges created in the world. He described the youth as the greatest strength and resource of civilisation.

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Canada maintains high degree of caution for travel to Bangladesh

The Canadian government has updated its travel advisory regarding the overall security situation in Bangladesh. In the new directive issued last Monday (August 10), Bangladesh has been kept at the 'Exercise a high degree of caution' level.

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Strict directives to stop adulterated food in madrasa canteens and nearby shops

The Madrasa Education Directorate has issued strict directives to stop the sale of expired, adulterated and unhygienic food in madrasa canteens and nearby shops. A notification has recently been issued to implement 11 urgent directives in all government and non-government MPO-listed madrasas across the country to protect students' health and prevent food adulteration.

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Opinion

Dhaka-Delhi relations: A new equation

The relationship between Bangladesh and India has long been an important issue in South Asian politics. However, after recent political changes, the relations between the two countries have faced a new reality. Although India has shown interest in rebuilding the old relationship with Bangladesh, Dhaka's stance has become much more assertive and conditional than before—such a political idea is now gaining strength.

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Economy

Halal Economy a Major Opportunity; Bangladesh Can Become Global Halal Hub Using ASEAN Experience

Commerce Minister Khandker Abdul Muktadir has called for reducing dependence on traditional export commodities and focusing on emerging sectors. He urged building a strong, internationally standardised halal ecosystem by leveraging the experience of the ASEAN region.

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National

19 rail coaches coming from India, first rake with special facilities rolls out today

For Bangladesh Railway, India's Rail Coach Factory (RCF) in Kapurthala has built the first rake of 19 LHB broad-gauge passenger coaches. Today, Wednesday (12 August), this rake is scheduled to be formally rolled out.

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World to see rare total solar eclipse in just a few hours

In just a few hours, the world is set to witness a rare total solar eclipse. This cosmic spectacle happens when the Sun, the Moon, and the Earth align in a straight line. Although the last such event occurred in April 2024, after two years the people of the world—especially those in Europe—are set to see a total solar eclipse again.

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Economy

Gold prices rise again in country's market, know the new prices

Bangladesh Jewellers Association (Bajus) has again increased gold prices in the domestic market. Yesterday (Tuesday) it was increased by Tk 1,108 per bhori, effective from 10am.

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Religion

Today is the holy Akheri Chahar Somba

Today, 12 August, is the holy Akheri Chahar Somba. 'Akheri' means last, 'Chahar' means the month of Safar, and 'Somba' means Wednesday—these three words together convey the concept of 'the last Wednesday of the month of Safar'. In various regions of Bangladesh, India and Pakistan, the day is observed with religious and social significance.

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Football

Neymar could join Inter Miami with Messi-Suarez

Barcelona's famous 'MSN' trio may take the field together again—this time in the jersey of Inter Miami in Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States. There is speculation in the football world that Brazilian superstar Neymar could join the team alongside Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez.

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National

Record load shedding across country amid fuel crisis, power shortage worsens

Although the country's installed power generation capacity is about 29,000 MW, nearly half of the demand cannot be met even after generation due to fuel crisis and financial constraints. Gas shortages, reduced generation from Payra and Adani power plants, and the inability to run costly oil-fired plants adequately have caused a major shortfall in power generation and supply. As a result, load shedding has increased across the country, with rural people suffering the most.

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South Korean delegation meets Expatriates' Welfare Minister and Deputy Minister

This afternoon, a South Korean delegation paid a courtesy call on Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury. The delegation was led by Han Un-suk, Director of the Ministry of Employment and Labor of South Korea. Expatriates' Welfare Deputy Minister Md. Nurul Haque was also present.

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Bangladesh’s Demography Cannot Be Understood Through Immigrant Perspectives: Information Minister

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan has stated that the historical and anthropological realities of immigrant nations bear no resemblance to Bangladesh’s context. Therefore, it is not possible to understand Bangladesh’s demography and national identity through the lens of immigrant experiences or mindsets.

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Industry

Technology-based steps urgent in eco-friendly initiatives in ready-made garment industry: Environment Minister

Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Abdul Awal Mintu, MP, said realistic and technology-based initiatives must be taken to ensure environmental compliance in the ready-made garment and textile industry. He also stressed taking effective and timely steps considering the industry's reality, technological capacity and international competition.

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Title: Bangladesh Tourism Corporation Honours July Martyrs and Injured Fighters

Marking the July Mass Uprising Day 2026, the Bangladesh Tourism Corporation organised a ceremony to honour the family members of martyred fighters and injured July revolutionaries. The event was held on Tuesday at the Tourism Building in Agargaon, with Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanum, MP, attending as the chief guest.

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'Different Contexts, Common Aspirations' — International Youth Day 2026 Celebrated

Six police officers including Biplab and Ruhani dismissed

Power situation will improve from this evening: State Minister for Energy

Delhi's dual policy and Dhaka's 'hard message'

Bangladesh trade delegation meets with New Zealand's Ministry for Primary Industries

Youth must be prepared to face the challenges of the artificial intelligence era: Information Minister

Canada maintains high degree of caution for travel to Bangladesh

Strict directives to stop adulterated food in madrasa canteens and nearby shops

Dhaka-Delhi relations: A new equation

Halal Economy a Major Opportunity; Bangladesh Can Become Global Halal Hub Using ASEAN Experience

19 rail coaches coming from India, first rake with special facilities rolls out today

World to see rare total solar eclipse in just a few hours

Gold prices rise again in country's market, know the new prices

Today is the holy Akheri Chahar Somba

Neymar could join Inter Miami with Messi-Suarez

Record load shedding across country amid fuel crisis, power shortage worsens

South Korean delegation meets Expatriates' Welfare Minister and Deputy Minister

Bangladesh’s Demography Cannot Be Understood Through Immigrant Perspectives: Information Minister

Technology-based steps urgent in eco-friendly initiatives in ready-made garment industry: Environment Minister

Title: Bangladesh Tourism Corporation Honours July Martyrs and Injured Fighters

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