Free, fair elections key to democratic reset: IDEA

Leena, who oversees IDEA's programmes in Myanmar, Nepal, and Bhutan, said they are visiting Bangladesh from their regional office in Canberra, Australia
27 April 2025, 11:53 AM

In pictures: Cultural performances at O & A Level Awards ceremony 

Families, educators, and achievers came together to celebrate perseverance, dreams, and new beginnings at the event.
27 April 2025, 09:58 AM

Metro rail disruption: Adviser orders swift public communication

The directive came after a sudden halt in metro rail operations in Dhaka and a regional blackout in Khulna caused significant public suffering
27 April 2025, 09:32 AM

Uruguay foreign minister meets CA in Rome, discuss boosting Latin America-Asia ties

Yunus and Lubetkin also explored strategies to invest in youth and promote social business enterprises.
27 April 2025, 09:27 AM

Yunus leaves Rome after attending Pope Francis' funeral

Yunus had arrived in Rome on Friday to pay his final respects to the late pontiff
27 April 2025, 07:57 AM

Democratic forces must remain united to tackle deep crisis: Ali Riaz

A 10-member delegation of Ganosamhati Andolon, led by its Chief Coordinator Zonayed Saki, participated in the discussions
27 April 2025, 07:47 AM

18,000MW power production planned for summer

Load shedding during the summer days will be kept at a tolerable level, Power and Energy Adviser Fouzul Kabir Khan said yesterday.
26 April 2025, 21:54 PM

Drops of water, waves of suffering

In the quiet village of Bottola, nestled in the hills of Rangamati’s Naniarchar upazila, each day begins early.
26 April 2025, 21:54 PM

Reform disability policies for dev, empowerment

Speakers at a press conference yesterday criticised the Ministry of Social Welfare for its failure to support the empowerment and development of persons with disabilities, accusing it of being more of an obstacle than an aid.
26 April 2025, 20:57 PM

Rituals, rhythms, and reverence

The Manipuri community in Kamalganj upazila of Moulvibazar celebrated the ancient Lai-Haraoba festival, a vibrant cultural event rooted in centuries-old religious tradition.
26 April 2025, 20:26 PM

What’s stopping the govt from reforms?

Noted economist Prof Anu Muhammad has suggested that the interim government prioritise improving law and order, the justice system, and the treatment and compensation of those injured during the July uprising, along with the families of the martyrs.
26 April 2025, 19:01 PM

Police week-2025: Cops to get directives over polls

Ahead of the upcoming Police Week-2025, the police top brass have finalised instructions for field-level officers to ensure stability and deliver a credible national election.
26 April 2025, 18:34 PM

Bangladesh races to expand air cargo capacity

In a first move to address the shortfall, Sylhet's Osmani International Airport is set to launch dedicated cargo operations today
26 April 2025, 18:18 PM

Over 12,700 arrested in eight days

Police have arrested more than 12,700 people across the country over the past eight days.
26 April 2025, 18:15 PM

‘No reason to assume I will join the new political party’

Amid growing speculation about his political future, Youth and Sports Adviser Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain yesterday said he was yet to choose any party to join.
26 April 2025, 18:01 PM

Talks with consensus commission: Jamaat for two-term cap on PM’s tenure

Like the BNP, the Jamaat-e-Islami favours a five-year term for both the parliament and the president, opposing the National Consensus Commission’s recommendation for a four-year term.
26 April 2025, 18:01 PM

Muslim unity platform holds a solidarity assembly

The “Anti-Hegemony Muslim Unity Platform” yesterday held a rally in front of Jatiya Press Club in Dhaka to express solidarity with oppressed Muslim communities in Palestine, India, and Myanmar’s Arakan region.
26 April 2025, 18:01 PM

Despite soaring costs, elderly tea vendor sells a cup for Tk 2

Nur Islam has been selling tea at the same humble price for decades
26 April 2025, 15:12 PM

Speakers slam social welfare ministry for inadequate support for persons with disabilities

To bring about a genuine shift in mindset, they demanded that the ministry be renamed
26 April 2025, 13:26 PM

Hailstorm, nor’wester ravage Boro crops in 15 Netrokona villages

Beginning around 1:30am, the storm lasted for 30 to 40 minutes, destroying paddy that was almost ready for harvest and damaged numerous homes in Kharnoi, Lengura, and Sadar union
26 April 2025, 12:24 PM