June 9, 2026

EU sanctions Iran Guards over closure of Hormuz

The EU on Monday imposed sanctions on the spokesman for the naval arm of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards and a regional command over the closure of...

National

June 9, 2026

RAJSHAHI: Chairman of the Barind Multipurpose Development Authority (BMDA), Hasan Jafir Tuhin speaks at the 86th meeting of the Board of Directors of BMDA held in the BMDA board room on Sunday, organised by the Barind Multipurpose Development Authority, Rajshahi.

Business & Economy

June 9, 2026

BB launches Tk 1,000cr refinance scheme for green industries, factory buildings

Bangladesh Bank (BB) has introduced a Tk 1,000 crore revolving refinance scheme aimed at promoting the establishment of green industries and environmentally sustainable factory buildings...

International

June 9, 2026

China’s Xi in North Korea for rare visit

China’s President Xi Jinping made a rare visit to North Korea on Monday, where he met an emboldened Kim Jong Un who has drawn closer...

National

June 9, 2026

CHATTOGRAM: Executive Magistrate Chaiti Sarvabidhya of Chattogram City Corporation conducts an eviction drive removing over 150 illegal floating shops from Andarkilla to Dewan Bazar on Sunday, clearing footpaths and restoring public access.

Sports

June 9, 2026

Yamal, Williams on course for WC opener

Spain Coach Luis de la Fuente said on June 7 that Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams and Victor Munoz are on track to be available for...

International

June 9, 2026

UN urges Taliban to end arrests of women over dress rules

The United Nations mission in Afghanistan has expressed concern over the arrest and detention of women in a western province for allegedly failing to comply...

National

June 9, 2026

Rare species African Butter Tree adorns BTRI

The Bangladesh Tea Research Institute (BTRI) in Srimangal, Moulvibazar, is home to a rare African Butter Tree that has become a major attraction for visitors,...