Aspirations of July uprising still unfulfilled

National Citizen Party (NCP) Convener and Opposition Chief Whip Nahid Islam yesterday said the aspirations of the July uprising remain unfulfilled two years after the movement.
2 July 2026, 00:00 AM

1,300 people get free health check-ups

At least 1,300 people received free medical treatment and medicines at health camps organised by the Faraaz Hossain Foundation in three districts yesterday.
2 July 2026, 00:00 AM

Purbachal New Town to come under Dhaka district

The government has decided to bring the entire Purbachal New Town project under Dhaka district to streamline its administration.
2 July 2026, 00:00 AM

DU celebrates 105th founding anniversary

The Dhaka University (DU) yesterday celebrated its 105th founding anniversary in a festive atmosphere under the theme “Restoration of Democracy and Dhaka University in Higher Education”.
2 July 2026, 00:00 AM

Sangu sand plunder goes unchecked

A vested group has long been illegally extracting sand from Sangu river in Chattogram’s Anwara upazila amid a lack of adequate monitoring from local authorities, alleged locals.
2 July 2026, 00:00 AM

PM reviews plan to ease Dhaka gridlock

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman yesterday discussed a proposed infrastructure project to reduce traffic congestion in Dhaka through the effective use of circular roads and waterways.
2 July 2026, 00:00 AM

Youth shot dead in Ctg

A young man was shot dead in Chattogram city’s Muradpur-Forest Gate area yesterday.
2 July 2026, 00:00 AM

109 more return from Cambodia after rescue

Another 109 Bangladeshis rescued from cyber scam compounds in Cambodia returned home early yesterday.
2 July 2026, 00:00 AM

Hospitals toil with measles, dengue

With hospitals still struggling to cope with more than 900 daily measles admissions, a surge in dengue cases threatens to further strain the healthcare system and increase the risk of more deaths, health experts have warned.
2 July 2026, 00:00 AM

Schoolgirl allegedly raped in Netrokona

A 13-year-old schoolgirl was allegedly raped on her way to her elder sister’s house in Kendua upazila of Netrokona on Monday.
2 July 2026, 00:00 AM

Hazardous factories, warehouses: Relocation promises fade, peril persists

Even years after two deadly fires claimed around 200 lives in Old Dhaka, hazardous chemical warehouses and factories continue to operate in residential neighbourhoods, as initiatives to relocate them to industrial estates have faltered due to delays in project implementation.
2 July 2026, 00:00 AM

Man sued over rape of two in Narsingdi

A man has been accused of raping a 13-year-old girl and a 22-year-old woman with speech and hearing disabilities in Narsingdi.
2 July 2026, 00:00 AM

Holey Artisan: Country renews anti-terror pledge

Bangladesh has reaffirmed its “zero-tolerance” stance against terrorism and violent extremism as diplomats, officials, survivors, and victims’ families gathered in Dhaka yesterday to mark the 10th anniversary of the Holey Artisan Bakery attack.
2 July 2026, 00:00 AM

Bangladesh records 29.4% less rainfall in June

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) yesterday released its three-month weather outlook for July to September 2026, forecasting overall normal rainfall across the country along with above-normal day and night temperatures.
2 July 2026, 00:00 AM

Belarus frees 28 political prisoners

Belarus has pardoned 28 people convicted of “extremist crimes”, the country’s presidency said yesterday, using a term it applies to political prisoners.
2 July 2026, 00:00 AM

Japan signals support for raising energy assistance to $500m: PM's deputy press secretary

PM Tarique Rahman, Japanese delegation discuss energy crisis, airport terminal, and Rohingya repatriation
1 July 2026, 20:23 PM

Indian visa centres introduce automatic time slots across Bangladesh

Effective from July 1, 2026; slots auto‑assigned for smooth application submission
1 July 2026, 19:15 PM

Schools to get new curriculum in 2028, says education minister

Government aims to develop students’ creativity, employability and international competitiveness
1 July 2026, 18:23 PM

BBDN, GIZ highlight progress on disability-inclusive workplaces in Bangladesh

Government, employers and other stakeholders review lessons from textile and leather sectors
1 July 2026, 16:48 PM

Bangladesh reaffirms zero tolerance for terrorism on 10th anniversary of Holey Artisan attack

Diplomats, survivors and victims' families gather in Dhaka to honour those killed during the 1 July 2016 terrorism attack
1 July 2026, 16:07 PM