March 18, 2026

Iran army chief vows ‘decisive’ retaliation over Larijani killing

Iran’s army chief Amir Hatami has warned of a “decisive” response following the killing of senior security official Ali Larijani in an Israeli airstrike. In...

News Buzz / spotlight

March 18, 2026

Bangladesh reiterates commitment to women’s justice, empowerment globally

Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman has reaffirmed Bangladesh’s strong commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment, emphasizing access to justice for women and girls at...

Front Page / spotlight

March 18, 2026

PM orders crackdown on violence against women

The government has placed renewed focus on addressing violence against women, with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman directing a special nationwide drive to take action against...

Back Page / spotlight

March 18, 2026

MidEast Crisis: Bangladesh, UNCTAD warn of economic fallout

Bangladesh and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) have warned that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East poses significant risks to...

Back Page / spotlight

March 18, 2026

Hadi Murder: Dhaka hopes for India’s coop

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam on Monday expressed optimism that India will cooperate with Bangladesh as Dhaka seeks further investigation following consular...

City / spotlight

March 17, 2026

Metro rail to stay closed on Eid day, services resume next day

Metro rail services will remain closed on the day of Eid-ul-Fitr and resume the following day as per the regular schedule. Dhaka Mass Transit...

International / spotlight

March 17, 2026

Attacks hit UAE after Iran blames it for strikes

Missiles and drones rained on the United Arab Emirates on Monday, killing one civilian, disrupting the world’s busiest airport and sparking a fire at a...

International / spotlight

March 17, 2026

Afghanistan says 400 killed in air strike on Kabul hospital, Pakistan rejects claim

At least 400 people were killed and 250 injured in an air strike by Pakistan on a drug users rehabilitation hospital in Kabul, a spokesman...

Front Page / spotlight

March 17, 2026

Nation-building begins with canal revival

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Monday pledged to transform Bangladesh into a beautiful, prosperous, and politically and economically strong nation with the support of its...

Front Page / spotlight

March 17, 2026

PM’s canal initiative praised by opposition leader

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman on Monday welcomed the canal excavation initiative launched by Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, describing it as a positive step for...