August 2, 2026

‘Incredible Potential’ in ties with US

US Special Envoy for South and Central Asia Sergio Gor has reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to strengthening ties with Bangladesh, saying the two countries have “incredible...

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August 2, 2026

Attacks on Palestinians justified as revenge

The Israeli settler outpost of Havat Gilad, deep inside the occupied West Bank, is spread across several hilltops, its sheds and simple block houses clearly...

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August 2, 2026

Gang violence adds to murder surge

Violent crime, political clashes and underworld activities continue to pose major challenges to public safety, with Bangladesh recording more than 10 murders a day during...

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August 2, 2026

25 US cos to visit Bangladesh next week

Around 45 senior executives representing 25 leading US companies are expected to visit Bangladesh by the end of next week to explore investment opportunities, with...

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August 2, 2026

Economic turnaround in 4-5 years

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Saturday expressed optimism that Bangladesh’s economy could see a positive transformation within the next four to five years, provided the...

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August 2, 2026

NCP issues show-cause notice

The National Citizen Party (NCP) has temporarily suspended its central committee Joint Member Secretary, Gazi Salahuddin Tanvir, and issued him a show-cause notice after he...

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August 2, 2026

Pedestrians risk their lives by crossing the highway through a small gap in the median despite the presence of a nearby foot-over bridge, knowing that a tragic accident can occur at any moment. The photo was taken on Saturday in the city’s Jatrabari area.

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August 2, 2026

Modi forgives students who abused him

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said he forgives students who hurled expletives at him during protests last month, describing them as “misled children” who...

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August 2, 2026

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami holds mass procession marking the 2nd anniversary of the July Uprising Day. The photo was taken from in front of the National Mosque Baitul Mukarram on Saturday.

Sports

August 2, 2026

India, Pakistan in same group of SAFF Men’s Championship

The Men’s SAFF Championship will be held in Bangladesh from November 4-17. The draw for this tournament was held on Saturday in Thimphu, Bhutan. Hosts...