Revisit Abdul Kadir’s works

Speakers yesterday called for a renewed evaluation of the long-overlooked literary works, editorial contributions, and life of poet and editor Abdul Kadir.
14 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Social safety net budget: Pro-poor schemes to get less than 40%

As much as 43.2 percent of the allocation under the social safety net overhead for the next fiscal year will go towards government employees’ pensions and agricultural subsidies.
14 June 2026, 00:00 AM

BGB foils 2 more push-in attempts

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) foiled two attempts by India’s Border Security Force (BSF) to push people across the border over the weekend in Lalmonirhat and Chapainawabganj.
14 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Opposition trying to create unrest over budget

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman yesterday accused the opposition of taking a stance against the proposed budget to create instability and mislead the public, rather than safeguarding public interest.
14 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Nicotine pouches to be under tax net

Bangladesh has for the first time formally brought nicotine pouches and heated tobacco products into the national tax framework, with public health experts warning that the move could legitimise a new generation of nicotine products despite growing global concerns over their health risks.
14 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Wider reforms key to media commission’s success

An independent media commission may help restore trust in Bangladesh’s media sector, but broader reforms to ensure transparency, accountability and journalist protection will be crucial to its success, speakers said yesterday.
14 June 2026, 00:00 AM

‘Ad-din followed me around with crores of taka’

Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain yesterday alleged that the authorities of Ad-din Medical College Hospital had attempted to bribe him.
14 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Jamaat seeks clarification on new Indian envoy’s remark

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer and Leader of the Opposition Shafiqur Rahman has urged the government to seek clarification from newly appointed Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi over his reported remark about “India and Bangladesh becoming one”.
14 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Death anniv of Habibur Rahman Milon

Today is the 11th death anniversary of Habibur Rahman Milon, a journalist and columnist, said a press release.
14 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Won’t give govt ‘much time’

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman yesterday warned that the opposition alliance would not give the government much time to implement the public mandate delivered through the July charter referendum.
14 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Govt sets aside Tk 200cr for blue economy

The government has proposed allocating Tk 200 crore to support research, innovation, and development activities in Bangladesh’s blue economy.
14 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Shibir leader held in rape, forced abortion case

Police have arrested four people, including a leader of Islami Chhatra Shibir, in a case filed over the rape of a woman and allegedly forcing her to undergo an abortion in Cumilla.
14 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Opposition trying to create unrest over budget: PM

Taxes on around 60 essential products withdrawn in the budget to prevent the prices of daily necessities from rising, he says
13 June 2026, 23:06 PM

Video of alleged Jubo Dal leader assaulting woman in Noakhali sparks outrage

Woman claims she and her husband were attacked over salary dispute; accused rejects allegations
13 June 2026, 22:15 PM

Cat on tracks halts metro rail for 22 minutes

Train operations suspended from 11:50am to 12:12pm for passenger safety
13 June 2026, 21:40 PM

Woman tied to electric pole, beaten in Shariatpur

At that time, her hair was chopped off, and black paint smeared on her face
13 June 2026, 19:56 PM

Residents decry roadside waste dumping on Chattogram–Ramgarh road

Municipality cites lack of permanent disposal facility as waste burning continues, exposing locals to health risks
13 June 2026, 15:38 PM

Dhaka sent 13 letters to Delhi over push-ins: Shama Obaed

State minister says Bangladesh is pursuing diplomatic efforts and expects India to follow established repatriation mechanisms
13 June 2026, 15:01 PM

Dhaka seeks cooperation with Delhi despite challenges: PM’s foreign affairs adviser

Humaiun Kabir calls for balanced and respectful bilateral ties
13 June 2026, 14:49 PM

PM inaugurates re-excavation of Patali Canal in Cox's Bazar

Project aims to restore irrigation facilities for local farmers
13 June 2026, 12:32 PM