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Commitment to making Nazrul Year programs people-oriented: Grand 'Artist Conference' and exchange meeting held at Shilpakala Academy

Commitment to making Nazrul Year programs people-oriented: Grand 'Artist Conference' and exchange meeting held at Shilpakala Academy

A special 'Artist Conference' and exchange meeting was held today with the aim of spreading the extraordinary contributions of the poet of equality, the poet of rebellion, our national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, from generation to generation in national life and Bengali literature, and to celebrate the declared 'Nazrul Year 2026-2027' in various forms across the country. This festive event was organized under the patronage of the Ministry of Cultural Affairs and organized by the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM in the National Art Gallery Auditorium of the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy.

Barrister Jamir Uddin Sarkar buried near Parliament building after two funeral prayers

Barrister Jamir Uddin Sarkar buried near Parliament building after two funeral prayers

BNP Standing Committee member, former Speaker and former Acting President Barrister Jamir Uddin Sarkar was buried at the National Parliament premises in the capital after two funeral prayers.

Jamaat Ameer interprets Surah Al-Mulk, Parliament listens in awe

Jamaat Ameer interprets Surah Al-Mulk, Parliament listens in awe

In the national parliament, opposition leader and Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman recited the second verse of Surah Al-Mulk from the Holy Quran and presented its Tafsir. On Sunday (July 12), the attending members of parliament listened attentively to his speech.

Hefazat-e-Islam calls on the government to be more active in rescuing flood victims

Hefazat-e-Islam calls on the government to be more active in rescuing flood victims

Hefazat-e-Islam Bangladesh has called upon the government, Hefazat leaders and activists, scholars, and the people of the country to stand by the people of Chattogram, Moulvibazar, and Habiganj affected by continuous heavy rains and floods.

Proper study environment is not a luxury, it is the right of students: Pabna University of Science and Technology Vice-Chancellor

Proper study environment is not a luxury, it is the right of students: Pabna University of Science and Technology Vice-Chancellor

Professor Dr. Abul Hasnat Mohammad Shamim, Vice-Chancellor of Pabna University of Science and Technology (PUST), has said that ensuring a suitable environment for students to study is not a luxury, but rather their fundamental right. It is the responsibility of the university administration to ensure that right.

Prayers halted at 136-year-old historic mosque, entry banned for runway expansion

Prayers halted at 136-year-old historic mosque, entry banned for runway expansion

Authorities have temporarily suspended prayers at the 136-year-old Gauripur Jame Mosque located inside the Dum Dum Airport in West Bengal, India. Entry for the general public has also been banned from Saturday (July 12) in the interest of second runway expansion and aviation security.

Defaulted loans of 9 state-owned banks stand at Tk 1,88,000 crore: Finance Minister

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Defaulted loans of 9 state-owned banks stand at Tk 1,88,000 crore: Finance Minister

Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury has said that the total amount of defaulted loans of nine state-owned banks in the country is Tk 1,88,701 crore 75 lakh. He said it is now urgent to reduce the high rate of defaulted loans to restore discipline in the banking sector.

Tk 983 crore spent on photos, statues and digital boards in Mujib Year: Finance Minister in Parliament

Tk 983 crore spent on photos, statues and digital boards in Mujib Year: Finance Minister in Parliament

Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury informed the National Parliament that the government has spent a total of Tk 982 crore 91 lakh 74 thousand on various programs including photos of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, altars, construction of bronze, copper and marble statues in various government offices, and installation of digital time-counting boards at the national level on the occasion of 'Mujib Year' celebrations.

Big changes coming in 2027 textbooks, error-free and attractive books announced by Education Minister

Big changes coming in 2027 textbooks, error-free and attractive books announced by Education Minister

Learning from past mistakes, Education and Primary Mass Education Minister Dr. A N M Ehsanul Haque Milon has announced the creation of completely error-free, standard, lively, and attractive textbooks for students in the 2027 academic year. He said there will be no room for spelling mistakes, irrelevant content, or low-quality printing in the new books.

Prime Minister instructs to remain extremely vigilant to protect lives and property of those affected by waterlogging

Prime Minister instructs to remain extremely vigilant to protect lives and property of those affected by waterlogging

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has instructed all relevant agencies and field administrations to work with utmost caution and coordination to protect the lives and property of people affected by waterlogging caused by excessive rainfall, ensure rapid relief and medical services, and tackle the disaster situation.

Housing Minister pays tribute at the graves of Ziaur Rahman and Khaleda Zia

Housing Minister pays tribute at the graves of Ziaur Rahman and Khaleda Zia

Housing and Public Works Minister Zakaria Taher and newly appointed chairmen of various development authorities paid tribute at the graves of Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia.

Army stands by flood victims in Chattogram, continues distribution of food and clean water

Army stands by flood victims in Chattogram, continues distribution of food and clean water

The Bangladesh Army has intensified humanitarian assistance operations in various areas of Chattogram affected by continuous rainfall and floods. Food supplies, clean drinking water, and other emergency aid are being delivered to the flood-affected people.

BNP's central office submerged in water due to continuous rain, leaders and workers suffer

BNP's central office submerged in water due to continuous rain, leaders and workers suffer

In the capital, continuous heavy rain has caused severe waterlogging in front of BNP's central office at Nayapaltan. The road has been submerged, and knee-deep water has accumulated on the ground floor of the office, causing extreme hardship for leaders, workers, and the general public.

Pesticide quality control must be strengthened from the source to ensure safe food production: Agriculture Minister

Pesticide quality control must be strengthened from the source to ensure safe food production: Agriculture Minister

Agriculture and Fisheries and Livestock Minister Mohammad Amin Ur Rashid said that to ensure safe food production, pesticide quality control must be strengthened from the source level.

Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 in the Bay of Bengal, coastal areas of India shaken

Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 in the Bay of Bengal, coastal areas of India shaken

An earthquake of magnitude 4.5 on the Richter scale struck the Bay of Bengal. The tremor, which occurred early on Sunday morning, was felt in the coastal city of Visakhapatnam and several surrounding areas in India's Andhra Pradesh. However, no casualties or damage have been reported so far.

Messi injured in the eye, receives treatment on the field

Messi injured in the eye, receives treatment on the field

Argentina captain Lionel Messi was injured in his right eye after a collision with an opponent in the 2026 World Cup quarter-final against Switzerland. However, he continued the match after receiving initial treatment.

The football rule that got Embolo a red card

The football rule that got Embolo a red card

One of the most talked-about incidents in the Argentina vs Switzerland match in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals was the red card shown to Swiss forward Breel Embolo. He was sent off in the 72nd minute after receiving a second yellow card. Since then, the referee's decision has sparked widespread debate.

Government to enter new loan program with IMF: Finance Minister

Government to enter new loan program with IMF: Finance Minister

Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury has said that the government is entering a new loan program with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), prioritizing the interests of the people and the country's economic security. He said that obtaining the loan is not the government's main goal, but rather protecting the country's interests is most important.

Companies will not be delisted soon, media reports baseless: BSEC

Companies will not be delisted soon, media reports baseless: BSEC

The Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC) has dismissed as baseless and misleading media reports that long-dormant companies on the stock market are being immediately delisted. The commission stated that non-operational companies may first be given a specific period, such as one year, to resume business operations.

'Special garland of rope ready for autocrats': Tajul Islam on Sheikh Hasina's return to the country

'Special garland of rope ready for autocrats': Tajul Islam on Sheikh Hasina's return to the country

Referring to former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's announcement of returning to the country, former Chief Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal Mohammad Tajul Islam said, 'We are ready with a special garland of rope for the autocrats who have announced their return to the country from Delhi by specifying a date.' At the same event, various speakers also spoke about the July mass uprising, the trial of the Awami League, and the rehabilitation of the families of the martyrs.