EC moves for local polls with unified code of conduct
The Election Commission is preparing a comprehensive roadmap for upcoming local government elections, with plans to introduce a uniform code of conduct for all five...
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‘China-US should be partners, not rivals’
US President Donald Trump on Thursday (14 May) called Chinese leader Xi Jinping his friend and said they had held extremely positive and constructive discussions.Speaking...
Over 8 in 10 Dhaka children spend too long on screens
A new icddr,b study has raised serious concern over children’s digital screen habits in Dhaka, revealing that 83 percent of school-going children aged 6 to...
Exams to begin Jan 7, HSC June 6
The Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent examinations for 2027 will begin on January 7 and continue until February 6. The Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)...
7-day Eid-ul-Azha holiday announced
The government has declared a seven-day public holiday on the occasion of the upcoming holy Eid-ul-Azha, with all government, semi-government, autonomous, semi-autonomous and private offices...
Storm wreaks havoc in UP, kills over 100
More than 100 people were killed after a powerful storm swept through India’s northern state of Uttar Pradesh (UP), bringing heavy rain, hail and widespread...
Measles death toll hits 439
Seven more children died from measles and measles-like symptoms across Bangladesh in the 24 hours ending at 8am Thursday, pushing the total death toll from...
Why Pure-Play CBS Matters for Islamic Banks
The global Islamic finance industry has evolved far beyond being merely an “alternative” banking model. Today, Islamic banking represents a sophisticated financial ecosystem built upon...
People must get respite from the deadly gas explosion
It is shocking that the lives continue to lose due to gas explosions in the country. This time, the incident took place in Fatulla, Narayanganj;...
Laura Wolvaardt named ICC Player of the Month for April
South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt has been named the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for April 2026 for her consistent performances in the ODI...
Nahid Rana named ICC Player of the Month for April
It’s time for Nahid Rana. This fast bowler of Bangladesh has been selected as the International Cricket Council (ICC) Player of the Month for April....