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Spineless Bangladesh crumble again to surrender T20 series to ruthless Pakistan

Dhaka, May 31 -- Bangladesh have slumped to a comprehensive 57-run defeat at the hands of Pakistan in the second T20 in a one-sided contest that sealed the series for the hosts with a game still to pl... Read More


Stalled politics, strained economy: What's next for Bangladesh?

Dhaka, May 31 -- Amid ongoing economic pressures and the lingering effects of the July Uprising, political uncertainty continues to weigh heavily on Bangladesh's economy as the fiscal year draws to a ... Read More


Japan, Bangladesh to sign Economic Partnership Agreement 'this year'

Dhaka, May 31 -- Japan and Bangladesh have announced plans to sign an Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) within the next few months to deepen their economic and trade ties. The announcement came on... Read More


Patients suffer as national eye hospital services remain shut for fourth day

Dhaka, May 31 -- Medical services at the National Institute of Opthalmology & Hospital (NIOH) have remained on hold for the fourth straight day following an altercation between its staff and those inj... Read More


Who will lead BGMEA next? Election set for Saturday

Dhaka, May 31 -- The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) will go to the polls on Saturday, more than seven months after its board was dissolved during political upheaval... Read More


New BCB chief Aminul aims to play a 'quick T20 innings', take cricket closer to grassroots

Dhaka, May 31 -- Former Bangladesh captain Aminul Islam, newly appointed as the president of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), has likened his short tenure to a T20 innings, pledging to leave a last... Read More


Over 76,324 Bangladeshis arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj, 12 deaths reported

Dhaka, May 30 -- As of now, a total of 76,324 Bangladeshi pilgrims have reached Saudi Arabia to perform Hajj this year, while 12 deaths have been reported during the pilgrimage. The Ministry of Relig... Read More


Rain drives 'slight' hike in summer vegetables, chicken market remains stable

Dhaka, May 30 -- Continuous rainfall triggered by a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal has "slightly" pushed up vegetable prices in Dhaka markets, though chicken prices have remained stable. ... Read More


On his death anniversary, BNP pays tribute to founder Ziaur Rahman at his grave

Dhaka, May 30 -- Senior leaders of the BNP, have laid wreaths at the grave of party founder Ziaur Rahman to mark the anniversary of his death. Despite the rain, thousands of leaders and activists led... Read More


Tidal surge sweeps away fish and livestock, damages 5,000 homes

Dhaka, May 30 -- A deep depression in the Bay of Bengal has triggered an unusual rise in river water levels, inundating low-lying areas in Bhola district. According to local authorities, more than 5,... Read More