Dhaka airport

Cocaine haul raises transit route concerns

A Guyanese national was arrested with around 8.6kg of cocaine at Dhaka airport yesterday, and officials said the drug was not meant for local use.
26 August 2025, 18:05 PM

Upgrading ILS: Key to solving Dhaka airport's fog woes

Year after year, flight diversions disrupt schedules, causing frustration and financial losses
11 February 2025, 19:40 PM

Dhaka airport still not fog-ready

Passengers are experiencing severe difficulties due to frequent flight diversions caused by low visibility amid dense fog during winter, as pilots are unable to land aircrafts in the absence of a Category 2 Instrument Landing System (ILS) at Dhaka airport.
11 February 2025, 18:00 PM

Dhaka airport receives 2nd bomb threat

Operations at HSIA continue amid heightened security
22 January 2025, 20:02 PM

Govt served legal notice to restore APBn at Dhaka airport

The notice demands the withdrawal of Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) personnel currently performing these duties within three days
12 January 2025, 13:15 PM

Ex-social welfare secy arrested at Dhaka airport

Today, airport police sent him to a Dhaka court seeking a seven-day remand
21 December 2024, 08:56 AM

A dignified welcome

Dhaka airport finally opens lounges dedicated to migrant workers and their families
6 December 2024, 18:00 PM

Waiting lounge for migrant workers at Dhaka airport

Yunus is scheduled to inaugurate the lounge this evening
14 November 2024, 03:48 AM

Migrant workers played key role in July uprising

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus yesterday inaugurated a lounge dedicated for the country’s migrant workers at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to make sure that they get the honour and facilities like guests for their significant contribution to  the country’s progress.
11 November 2024, 18:00 PM

Dhaka airport area declared 'silent zone', effective from Oct 1

Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) has declared the surrounding area of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport as "silent zone"
29 September 2024, 06:15 AM

A refreshing change at Dhaka airport

All operations must be upgraded and made efficient
31 August 2024, 13:00 PM

A pleasant surprise at Dhaka airport

For passengers with past experience of the Dhaka airport, the prospect of flying into Bangladesh’s capital has not been a pleasant one, chiefly because of the seemingly interminable delays in getting their checked-in baggage.
30 August 2024, 18:00 PM

4.4kg of gold left on plane at Dhaka airport

Customs Intelligence officials recovered 38 gold bars weighing over 4.4 kilogrammes from a plane at the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka this morning
3 July 2024, 04:06 AM

When the mind gets foggier than the weather

There is an explanation, however infuriating, to each of the delightful conundrums in public work.
19 January 2024, 02:00 AM

The boons promised by the Third Terminal

Existing inefficiencies and irregularities must not re-emerge
9 October 2023, 01:00 AM

Local companies display strength of global standard

The contribution of local construction companies and building material suppliers to establishing the third terminal of the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) is proof of their capacity to provide world-class products and services, according to industry people.
8 October 2023, 02:00 AM

Third terminal to open new horizon for overseas trade

The third terminal at the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) will open a new horizon in handling and air shipment of goods as the new facility is expected to improve the capacity of the cargo village.
7 October 2023, 19:32 PM

Dhaka airport's third terminal at a glance

With its spectacular design and modern amenities, this iconic terminal promises to redefine the passenger experience.
7 October 2023, 07:53 AM

Charting new skies

The third terminal partially opened
7 October 2023, 07:47 AM

In pictures: Third terminal of Dhaka airport

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina opened the terminal partially this noon terminal amid celebrations with the slogan "connecting dreams to reality".
7 October 2023, 06:58 AM