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

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.

Bangladesh tops list of migrants arriving in Italy by sea

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.

Economy slows down despite expansion

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.

Egypt approaches FIFA seeking investigation into Argentina match refereeing

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

ITFC is giving Bangladesh a loan of $3.3 billion

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.

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

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).

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

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.

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

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).

2 arrested in cocktail explosion at NCP rally

2 arrested in cocktail explosion at NCP rally

Dhaka District (North) Detective Police (DB) has arrested two individuals on charges of involvement in a cocktail explosion at a rally of the National Citizens Party (NCP) in Savar, Dhaka.

Government will ensure trial of real criminals in tribunal: Law Minister

Government will ensure trial of real criminals in tribunal: Law Minister

Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Md. Asaduzzaman said the government is working to ensure that the International Crimes Tribunal prosecutes only real criminals for crimes against humanity, not for political harassment. He said that to ensure justice, lawyers have been appointed at state expense even for absconding defendants.

Flood forecast in 16 districts, water in several rivers may cross danger level

Flood forecast in 16 districts, water in several rivers may cross danger level

The Bangladesh Water Development Board (BWDB) has said that water in several rivers of the country may cross the danger level within the next 24 to 72 hours. Due to heavy rainfall and rising river water levels, the Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre has issued a short-term flood forecast for 16 districts of the country.

Insurance sector can play important role in country's economic progress: Information Minister

Insurance sector can play important role in country's economic progress: Information Minister

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan has commented that the insurance sector can play an important role in making the country's economy more dynamic and strong. He said that if the insurance sector is made more effective, transparent and people-oriented, the pace of economic activities will increase and people's financial security and interest in becoming entrepreneurs will increase.

Prime Minister visits army summer exercise

Prime Minister visits army summer exercise

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman visited the summer exercise of the Bangladesh Army. He suddenly appeared at the summer training area of the 8 Bir Unit under the 9 Infantry Division in Singair Upazila, Manikganj at 9:20 am on Tuesday (July 7) and observed various activities of the exercise.

What Jabbar Mandal of Consumer Rights said about meeting with the Prime Minister

What Jabbar Mandal of Consumer Rights said about meeting with the Prime Minister

Md. Abdul Jabbar Mandal, Assistant Director of the Dhaka District Office of the National Consumer Rights Protection Directorate, and his team recently met with the Prime Minister. During the meeting, Prime Minister Tarek Rahman inquired about their activities and provided necessary advice and guidance on various issues.

Schedule in August, UP election may be in October: PM's adviser

Schedule in August, UP election may be in October: PM's adviser

The Election Commission (EC) is planning to announce the schedule for Union Parishad (UP) elections in the second half of August and hold voting in the first half of October. Additionally, the goal has been set to complete all levels of local government elections within 10 to 12 months after the start.

296 luxury homes sold in Dubai worth over $10 million in six months

296 luxury homes sold in Dubai worth over $10 million in six months

In the first six months of this year, a new record has been set in Dubai's luxury housing market. According to international real estate consultancy Knight Frank, 296 residential properties worth over $10 million were sold during this period, with a total value of $5.1 billion.

Indications of three changes in Argentina's lineup against Egypt

Indications of three changes in Argentina's lineup against Egypt

After defeating Cape Verde in the Round of 32 of the World Cup, defending champions Argentina now face Egypt in the battle to reach the quarter-finals. The match will start at 10 PM Bangladesh time on Tuesday (July 7) at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.