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13th parliament goes into first session amid hopes for a vibrant House

Dhaka, March 12 -- The 13th Parliament began its five-year journey with its first session on Thursday, just a month after the February 12 general election, raising public expectations for a vibrant an... Read More


Jamaat Ameer visits Mirza Abbas at Evercare, prays for his speedy recovery

Dhaka, March 12 -- e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman visited Evercare Hospital in the capital on Thursday night to see BNP leader Mirza Abbas, who is currently undergoing treatment there. During the ... Read More


Harivanga buds blanket Rangpur orchards ahead of mango season

, March 12 -- Mango orchards in Rangpur are now awash with buds, lifting the spirits of farmers who are hoping for a bumper harvest of the region's famed Harivanga variety mango this season. Agricult... Read More


DMP issues traffic guidelines for hassle-free Eid travel

Dhaka, March 12 -- Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has issued a set of traffic guidelines and restrictions to ensure smooth movement of vehicles and safe travel for people leaving the capital during t... Read More


Traffic restrictions in parts of Dhaka this morning over parliament session

, March 12 -- Traffic movement in several parts of the capital will be diverted on Thursday morning to facilitate the movement of dignitaries attending the first session of the 13th Parliament at the ... Read More


Bangladesh's 13th Parliament set to begin journey with maiden session

, March 12 -- Bangladesh's 13th Parliament is set to start its five-year journey with its first session on Thursday morning, just one month on from the February 12 general election. Unlike in the pas... Read More


First session of 13th Parliament begins

, March 12 -- Bangladesh's 13th Parliament started its five-year journey with its first session on Thursday morning, just one month on from the February 12 general election. Unlike in the past howeve... Read More


FBCCI calls for policy continuity, tax reforms to boost investment in FY27 budget

Dhaka, March 12 -- The Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) on Thursday urged the government to ensure policy continuity in the upcoming national budget for FY2026-27 to ... Read More


Eight Arab, Islamic nations condemn Israel over Al-Aqsa closure

, March 12 -- Eight Arab and Islamic countries have condemned Israel's continued closure of the Al-Aqsa Mosque during the holy month of Ramadan for the 12th consecutive day. The countries include Qat... Read More


Iran withdraws from 2026 FIFA World Cup amid war

, March 12 -- Iran will not participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup following recent U.S. and Israeli military strikes, Sports Minister Ahmad Donyamali said Wednesday, according to the German press age... Read More