BGB deployed nationwide to prevent fuel hoarding
In response to rising global fuel prices triggered by the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has been deployed across...
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Govt to consider restoring any of suitable previous police uniform: Home Minister
Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed has said that the government is considering revising the current police uniform, acknowledging dissatisfaction within the force. “The police force is...
Tributes pour in as nation celebrates Independence Day
The country marked its 56th Independence and National Day with solemn respect, honouring the heroes of the Liberation War whose sacrifices led to Bangladesh’s independence...
Mohammadpur turns crime capital of Dhaka
Mohammadpur and Adabor, once considered relatively quiet residential neighbourhoods of the capital, have increasingly come under the grip of organised crime, with frequent murders, snatching,...
Over 370,000 children displaced in Lebanon
More than 370,000 children have been forced from their homes in Lebanon amid Israel’s offensive against Hezbollah, according to Reuters, with at least 121 children...
Veg prices down, fish mkt heats up
After Eid-ul-Fitr, prices of summer vegetables have declined in markets across the capital, bringing some relief to consumers. Alongside vegetables, broiler chicken prices have also...
Bangladesh among ‘friendly nations’ as Iran keeps Hormuz Strait open for selective passage
Bangladesh has been named among several “friendly nations” whose vessels may be allowed safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, as Iran said the crucial...
Zubaida Rahman meets Melania Trump, other First Ladies
Dr Zubaida Rahman, spouse of Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and a renowned cardiologist, has met US First Lady Melania Trump and other First Ladies...
President takes salute, PM witnesses parade at National Parade Square
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today witnessed the Independence and National Day Parade while President Mohammed Shahabuddin took the salute and inspected the parade as the...
President, PM pay homage to Liberation War martyrs
President Mohammed Shahabuddin and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today paid rich tributes to the Liberation War martyrs by placing wreaths at the National Memorial here...
Engage all parties on national issues, Jamaat urged
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman has called on the government to engage in open dialogue with all stakeholders on national issues, including fuel prices....
Independence Day today: Nation to pay homage to 1971 martyrs
Bangladesh is set to observe this year’s Independence and National Day on Thursday with a range of ceremonial and cultural programmes across the country. The...