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Fishing resumes in Kaptai Lake after seasonal ban

, Aug. 11 -- Fishing has resumed in Kaptai Lake after a 3-month-and-15-day ban, bringing renewed economic activity to the lakeside areas and relief to thousands of fishermen and their families. The a... Read More


Govt steps up efforts to ease gas crisis, expand solar power: Energy Minister

Dhaka, Aug. 11 -- Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Iqbal Hassan Mahmood on Tuesday said the government is working on multiple fronts to address the ongoing gas crisis and ensure a more rel... Read More


MPs can't vote beyond party decision in presidential election: Chief Whip

, Aug. 11 -- Chief Whip of Parliament Nurul Islam Moni on Tuesday said members of parliament will not be able to vote in the presidential election, slated for August 20, against their party's decision... Read More


Applications invited for No. 1 Baba'r Kriti Santan Songbordhona 2026

Dhaka, Aug. 11 -- Applications are now open for No. 1 Baba'r Kriti Santan Songbordhona 2026, an initiative that celebrates the sacrifices and dedication of marginal tea stall owners by honouring their... Read More


Bangladesh adviser says Shakib will get security if he returns, calls him 'rotten'

, Aug. 11 -- Bangladesh's information and broadcasting adviser Zahed Ur Rahman said cricketer and former lawmaker Shakib Al Hasan would receive security if he returns to the country. He also sharply ... Read More


Bangladesh: WHO, UNICEF seek stronger breastfeeding support

, Aug. 11 -- Every child has the right to the best possible start in life, and every mother deserves the support she needs to breastfeed successfully, said the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNIC... Read More


Parliament to go into third session August 27

, Aug. 11 -- The current parliament, formed through the February-12 election, will go into third session on August 27 after a 43-day recess following the prorogation of the second session. third sess... Read More


Strict action against data manipulation in Watercraft Census: Saki

, Aug. 11 -- State Minister for Planning Zonayed Abdur Rahim Saki on Tuesday directed officials to take strict departmental action against anyone found manipulating or distorting information and data ... Read More


Hasina to get full security if she returns to face judicial process: Adviser Zahed

, Aug. 11 -- Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina would be provided full security if she returns to Bangladesh to face the judicial process, said Prime Minister's Information and Broadcasting Adviser D... Read More


Govt to ensure Shakib's security if he returns to face cases: Adviser Zahed

, Aug. 11 -- Describing cricketer Shakib Al Hasan as a "rotten and decayed person," Prime Minister's Information and Broadcasting Adviser Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman on Tuesday said the government will ensure... Read More