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Contrasting fortunes in World Cup as Asia thrives and South America searches for win

Dhaka, June 16 -- Asia has made a stunning start to the expanded 48-team World Cup, remaining unbeaten after six teams have already taken the field, while South America has endured a rare and worrying... Read More


NASSA Group workers block Tejgaon road over unpaid wages

Dhaka, June 16 -- Workers of NASSA Group have blocked a key road in Dhaka's Tejgaon industrial area, demanding payment of overdue wages. The action has brought traffic to a standstill in both directi... Read More


JU imposes penalties on 12 teachers over 'involvement in July campus attacks'

Dhaka, June 16 -- Jahangirnagar University has taken disciplinary action against 12 teachers and one official over allegations linked to violence during the 2024 Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, ... Read More


Second UAE crude shipment in two months sails for Chattogram

Dhaka, June 16 -- Another crude oil tanker is on its way to Chattogram from the United Arab Emirates, the Bangladesh Shipping Corporation (BSC) has said. It is the vessel's second trip to Bangladesh ... Read More


Court begins hearing closing arguments in Bakalia child 'rape' case

Dhaka, June 16 -- A Chattogram court has begun hearing the arguments in a case filed over the rape of a 3.5-year-old child near Chairman Ghata of Bakalia Thana. Arguments in the case began around 9:3... Read More


Tribunal clears way for Abu Sayed murder cases at Rangpur court

Dhaka, June 16 -- The International Crimes Tribunal-2 has withdrawn its stay on two Abu Sayed murder cases being heard at a Rangpur court, clearing the way for proceedings to resume. The directive ap... Read More


From schoolgirl to doctor to teacher - always an Argentina fan

Dhaka, June 16 -- I have been doing embarrassing things in the name of Argentina for longer than I care to admit. The worst or maybe the best, depending on how you look at it, happened sometime in Gr... Read More


Tarique says he feels 'immense pressure' of responsibility in office

Dhaka, June 16 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has said he is experiencing "immense pressure" in office while dealing with multiple challenges, limitations and high public expectations. Speaking at ... Read More


Tarique says Bangladesh moved beyond era of "media suppression"

Dhaka, June 16 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has said media suppression no longer exists in the country and urged a shift away from a "revenge mindset". He spoke with journalists on Tuesday as Jun... Read More


Afroza Abbas appointed as chair of Mohila Sangstha

Dhaka, June 16 -- Jatiotabadi Mohila Dal President Afroza Abbas has been appointed chair of the Jatiyo Mohila Sangstha, which operates under the Ministry of Women and Children Affairs. The government... Read More