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No significant progress yet on reform consensus: Ali Riaz

Dhaka, June 29 -- Vice Chairman of the National Consensus Commission Prof Ali Riaz on Sunday said the expected progress in reaching a consensus on reform initiatives has yet to be achieved. "We have ... Read More


Finance Adviser 'declines' meeting with NBR Reform Unity Council amid protests

Dhaka, June 29 -- talked-about meeting scheduled for 4pm between Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed and the NBR Reform Unity Council will not take place. According to NBR sources, the Finance Advise... Read More


Youth killed in Gaibandha lynch-mob attack

Dhaka, June 29 -- mob attack at Palupara village in Gobindaganj upazila of Gaibandha district allegedly for raping a six-year-old child. The deceased was Habil Mia, son of late Abdul Kashem of Palupa... Read More


'July Shaheed Day' to be observed on July 16, 'Mass Uprising Day' Aug 5

Dhaka, June 29 -- The Council of Advisers at a meeting on Sunday decided to celebrate 'July Shaheed Day' on July 16 and 'Mass Uprising Day' on August 5. There will be no special celebrations for Augu... Read More


Who could handle the burden of Bangladesh's Test captaincy?

Dhaka, June 29 -- After Najmul Hossain Shanto stepped down as Bangladesh's Test captain, the BCB is in a bit of a bind as to who they can turn to next, with no obvious candidates presenting themselves... Read More


Anamul's poor international show puts a system under question

, June 29 -- By the numbers, Anamul Haque has built a stunning domestic career. But the same career feels faded whenever he is tested at a higher level of cricket. With over 9,000 first-class runs, 2... Read More


Mirza Abbas alleges ploy to delay election through unreasonable demands

, June 29 -- BNP senior leader Mirza Abbas on Sunday said a group is trying to delay the national election and harm the country by making unreasonable demands like introducing a proportional represent... Read More


Shefali Jariwala's sudden death: Anti-ageing medication may have contributed to cardiac arrest, says source

, June 29 -- Actor and model Shefali Jariwala passed away late Friday, reportedly from a cardiac arrest at her Mumbai home. Her funeral was held Saturday evening, attended by close family and friends.... Read More


4 burnt in Hazaribagh explosion

Dhaka, June 29 -- Four members of a family including two children sustained burn injuries in an explosion while cleaning a water tank at a residence in Tannery intersection area of Hazaribagh's Jigato... Read More


Road Crash claims 5 lives on way to Islami Andolan Bangladesh's rally

Jashore, June 29 -- At least five people were killed and 25 others injured after their bus hit a truck from behind in Srinagar, Munshiganj, while traveling to attend Islami Andolan Bangladesh's grand ... Read More