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Courtesy meeting of Dutch Ambassador with Information Minister

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan had a courtesy meeting with the Dutch Ambassador to Bangladesh, Joris van Bommel.

4 months ago 539 views

National

Irene Khan to become Bangladesh's next permanent representative to the UN

The government has decided to appoint international human rights activist and former Secretary General of Amnesty International Irene Khan as Bangladesh's next permanent representative to the United Nations, according to sources at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

4 months ago 810 views

National

162 former soldiers receiving retrospective promotions and related benefits

In the first phase, the process of granting retrospective promotions and related benefits to approximately 162 former soldiers, who applied alleging discrimination and unjust dismissal, has been completed. Meanwhile, around 500 more applications are under review, according to sources related to the Ministry of Defence.

4 months ago 710 views

Country

600 tourists stranded in Sajek due to heavy rainfall

At least 600 tourists are stranded in Sajek, Baghaichhari upazila of Rangamati, due to continuous heavy rainfall. They are staying there as vehicular movement has been halted due to waterlogging on the roads.

4 months ago 864 views

Entertainment

Messi showed what the heartbeat of champions is like: Purnima

Football lovers are ecstatic over Argentina's great victory in world football and the brilliant performance of captain Lionel Messi. Stars from the country's showbiz industry have also joined in the joy. Among them is popular actress Purnima.

4 months ago 985 views

Economy

Gold prices in the country's market today

The latest adjusted gold prices are effective in the country's market. According to the new rates set by the Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS), gold is being sold on Wednesday (July 8) at the prices announced the previous day.

4 months ago 563 views

3 injured including July fighter in organized attack by Awami League in Shahrasti

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3 injured including July fighter in organized attack by Awami League in Shahrasti

An allegation of organized attack has been made in Manipur village of Chitoshi East Union in Shahrasti Upazila of Chandpur over a previous dispute. In this incident, Md. Rakib Hossain, who identified himself as a July fighter and MIS cardholder, filed a written complaint at Shahrasti Model Police Station naming 16 people and 10-15 others as unidentified accused.

4 months ago 549 views

World

Iran claims attacks on US installations in the Middle East

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed to have carried out missile and drone attacks targeting US military installations in the Middle East. The organization stated that the attacks were launched against US military targets in Bahrain and Kuwait.

4 months ago 879 views

World

US claims new strikes on 80 Iranian targets

The United States has claimed to have carried out strikes on more than 80 Iranian targets while a ceasefire remains in effect.

4 months ago 843 views

National

Home Minister's diplomatic activities in New York on Rohingya, human trafficking and security issues

Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed held separate bilateral meetings with top officials from Pakistan, Vietnam and the United Nations at the UN headquarters. The meetings discussed various issues including drug control, law and order cooperation, migration, prevention of human trafficking, the Rohingya crisis and regional security.

4 months ago 610 views

Expatriates

Bangladesh tops list of migrants arriving in Italy by sea

From the beginning of this year to the first week of July, Bangladeshis are the most numerous among migrants arriving in Italy by sea. Somalia is in second place after Bangladesh. However, compared to the same period in the previous two years, the total number of migrants arriving in Italy by sea has significantly decreased.

4 months ago 1,135 views

Economy

Economy slows down despite expansion

After a major surge in May, the pace of economic activities in the country slowed somewhat in June. This slowdown was attributed to the long Eid-ul-Azha holiday, the onset of monsoon, and a decline in post-Eid demand.

4 months ago 605 views

Football

Egypt approaches FIFA seeking investigation into Argentina match refereeing

After a 3-2 defeat to Argentina in the World Cup round of 16, the Egyptian Football Association has formally complained about the refereeing. The country's football authorities have demanded an investigation by FIFA, alleging multiple controversial decisions in the match officiating.

4 months ago 759 views

Education

HSC exams of all districts under Chattogram board on Wednesday postponed due to adverse weather

Due to adverse weather caused by continuous heavy rainfall, hill torrents, and tidal surges, the HSC exams of all districts under the Chattogram Education Board scheduled for Wednesday have been postponed.

4 months ago 661 views

Football

Argentina reaches quarter-finals by defeating Egypt in an incredible comeback

Despite trailing by two goals, the current world champions Argentina have written a remarkable comeback story. Lionel Scaloni's team, once facing elimination, secured their place in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals by defeating Egypt 3-2 in a dramatic last-minute finish.

4 months ago 1,280 views

Education

Flood threat in 16 districts, education board informs about HSC exams

The Flood Forecasting and Warning Center has issued a flood warning for 16 districts of the country due to heavy rainfall and rising river water levels. The Bangladesh Water Development Board has reported that water levels in several rivers may exceed danger levels.

4 months ago 689 views

Economy

ITFC is giving Bangladesh a loan of $3.3 billion

The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) will give Bangladesh a loan of $3.3 billion to strengthen the country's energy and food security. This fund will be used to import oil, LNG, and fertilizer in the fiscal year 2026-27.

4 months ago 898 views

Economy

Remittances of Tk 8,543 crore entered the country in the first six days of July

In the first six days of July, the first month of the current fiscal year 2026-27, remittances of 69.60 million US dollars have arrived in the country. In Bangladeshi currency, this amount is approximately Tk 8,543.40 crore (at the rate of Tk 122.75 per dollar).

4 months ago 740 views

National

Malaysia's labor market opens for Bangladesh: Expatriate Welfare Minister

Expatriate Welfare Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury has announced that Malaysia's labor market has reopened for Bangladeshi workers. He said that from Monday (July 6), the country's labor market has been officially opened for Bangladesh.

4 months ago 958 views

Economy

Jet fuel price drops again, reduced by Tk 19.22 per liter

In line with the continuous decline in fuel oil prices on the global market, the Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) has again reduced the price of jet fuel used in aircraft. This time, the price of jet fuel has been reduced by Tk 19.22 per liter. The new price will be effective from 12:00 AM on Tuesday (July 7).

4 months ago 706 views

Courtesy meeting of Dutch Ambassador with Information Minister

Irene Khan to become Bangladesh's next permanent representative to the UN

162 former soldiers receiving retrospective promotions and related benefits

600 tourists stranded in Sajek due to heavy rainfall

Messi showed what the heartbeat of champions is like: Purnima

Gold prices in the country's market today

3 injured including July fighter in organized attack by Awami League in Shahrasti

Iran claims attacks on US installations in the Middle East

US claims new strikes on 80 Iranian targets

Home Minister's diplomatic activities in New York on Rohingya, human trafficking and security issues

Bangladesh tops list of migrants arriving in Italy by sea

Economy slows down despite expansion

Egypt approaches FIFA seeking investigation into Argentina match refereeing

HSC exams of all districts under Chattogram board on Wednesday postponed due to adverse weather

Argentina reaches quarter-finals by defeating Egypt in an incredible comeback

Flood threat in 16 districts, education board informs about HSC exams

ITFC is giving Bangladesh a loan of $3.3 billion

Remittances of Tk 8,543 crore entered the country in the first six days of July

Malaysia's labor market opens for Bangladesh: Expatriate Welfare Minister

Jet fuel price drops again, reduced by Tk 19.22 per liter

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