Front Page
Parliament under pressure
After nearly 17 years without a strong parliamentary opposition during Sheikh Hasina’s rule, Bangladesh’s 13th Parliament has seen the emergence of a more vocal opposition...
New pay scale likely to get nod Monday
The proposed ninth pay scale for government employees may be placed before the Cabinet for approval on Monday (August 31), with the official notification likely...
ICJ set to rule on Rohingya genocide
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is expected to deliver its verdict in October 2026 in the case concerning allegations of genocide against the Rohingya...
Gunfire, drug haul at Moulvibazar border
Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has arrested an Indian national allegedly involved in cross-border smuggling after he was found carrying a foreign-made pistol, ammunition and yaba...
‘Gift’ cars draw customs scrutiny
Three luxury vehicles seized from a five-star hotel in Cox’s Bazar have come under customs scrutiny after the young men accompanying them claimed the cars...
No transit without power access Says Dhaka
Bangladesh is seeking a broader regional electricity-sharing arrangement with India, Nepal and Bhutan instead of allowing its territory to be used simply as a bilateral...
$677b Bangladesh economy in sight
Bangladesh’s economy could grow to around $677 billion by 2030, potentially putting the country ahead of Malaysia, Vietnam and Thailand in terms of gross domestic...
Power, gas shortages drive sharp rise in diesel demand
The country is seeing a sharp increase in demand for diesel as persistent electricity and natural-gas shortages force factories and other businesses to rely more...
Nepal flood death toll rises to 547
The death toll from Wednesday’s devastating flash floods and landslides in Nepal has risen to 547, while nearly 1,000 people remain missing as rescue teams...
Delhi closely watching Dhaka’s move
India is closely monitoring Bangladesh’s position on the Mecca Defence Pact and other developments that could have implications for its national security, Indian External Affairs...