8,535 reports translated from the Bengali original, most recent first. বাংলা সংস্করণ
State Minister for Local Government Mir Shahe Alam said his son resigned as a Bangladesh Cricket Board director at his urging, but complained the move went unnoticed by media that had criticized officials' relatives…
The Election Commission has revised its polling station policy ahead of year-end local government elections, extending the timeline for publishing draft polling station lists and increasing voter capacity per polling booth.
Islamic scholars have addressed a common question about using the title "Haji" or "Alhaj" after performing Hajj, saying the true purpose of worship is seeking God's pleasure, not social recognition.
Egypt has strongly condemned Iran's strikes on Gulf Arab states including Kuwait and Bahrain in retaliation for U.S. attacks, calling them an "extreme violation" of sovereignty and an unacceptable provocation to regional stability.
The first-look poster of "Dada," the biopic of former Indian cricketer Sourav Ganguly, recreates his iconic 2002 Lord's balcony celebration, but actor Rajkummar Rao has faced mixed and largely negative reactions online.
Bahrain sounded warning sirens nationwide and directed citizens and residents to stay calm and head to the nearest safe shelter following recent Iranian strikes on the Gulf region.
Police in Chuadanga have arrested a mother in connection with an assault on a government primary school headteacher, after the headteacher slapped her third-grade daughter for talking during assembly.
A Mymensingh court has sentenced three men to death and a minor defendant to 12.5 years in prison in the rape and murder of a five-year-old child, completing the trial in just 10 working…
A U.S. strike disrupted the Tehran-Mashhad railway in the same city where Iran's late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral was set to take place, Iranian state media reported.
At least 38 people have died in China from continuous heavy rain, severe flooding and landslides caused by Typhoon Mazasak, with a reservoir dam bursting under the deluge and dozens of rivers overflowing.
Health and Family Welfare Minister Sardar Md. Sakhawat Hossain said the government's goal is to ensure primary healthcare for citizens and deliver the highest standard of medical services.
A court in Meherpur has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for pouring petrol on his former mother-in-law and setting her on fire, killing her, in the upazila's Gangni area.
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has stressed ensuring transparency in implementing a five-year, 250-million-tree planting program, saying announcements alone are not enough — an accurate count of actual trees planted must be kept.
Bangladesh's international film festival footprint continues to grow: "Manusher Bagan" won the Best Critics Award at the NABC North America Bengali Conference in New York, while three Bangladeshi films earned selection at the Indian…
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Thursday that India signed a key uranium supply agreement during his visit to Australia, a step expected to play a major role in advancing India's nuclear energy program.
A drug case suspect died by hanging himself in the custody of Nikli police station in Kishoreganj. He was identified as Rubel Mia, 22, of Sohorumul village in Karpasha union.
Argentina's dramatic round-of-16 win over Egypt left the team briefly worried about Cristian Romero, but that concern has quickly cleared ahead of the quarterfinal against Switzerland.
President Md. Sahabuddin has received special permission from Bangladesh Bank to withdraw funds beyond the limit set for depositors of five merged banks, citing medical needs.
Jordan's air defense system intercepted and shot down eight missiles fired from Iran on Thursday, the country's armed forces said, amid escalating military conflict between Iran and the United States.
That night at Qatar's Al Bayt Stadium remains a deep memory in Moroccan football history. A 2-0 semifinal loss to France ended the Atlas Lions' fairy-tale run. Four years later, the two sides meet…
Gourinathpur Bazar in Jhenaidah's Mahespur upazila, once just a small local market, has become known as the country's dragon fruit capital, with daily sales worth Tk 10-15 million and jobs for thousands.
The connecting road to Beltoli Bridge in Nilphamari's Kishoreganj has collapsed due to days of continuous rain and rising water pressure from upstream flooding, halting heavy vehicle traffic on the only road to Nitai…
Despite exiting the tournament, Egypt drew attention for its performance at this year's World Cup. In recognition, the Egyptian Football Association is set to receive a record $18.5 million from FIFA.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun met with U.S. Ambassador Michel Issa to discuss preparations for a U.S. visit and the security situation in southern Lebanon, ahead of a planned Washington trip on President Trump's invitation.
Dr. Syed Abdullah Mohammad Taher, Jamaat lawmaker from Cumilla-11 and deputy opposition leader, has been elected chair of the 13th National Parliament's Standing Committee on Public Accounts.
Bangladesh's trade deficit widened to $23.98 billion in the first 11 months of the last fiscal year, up 24.77% from the same period a year earlier, as export earnings fell while import costs rose,…
Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who praised Pakistan's efforts toward establishing peace and discussed regional and international issues.
After a historic and controversial football epic, world football is set for a mega quarterfinal today: France, one of the world's strongest sides, against a Morocco team that has stunned the world.
Police recovered a half-decomposed, unidentified body near the Biswaroad section of the Dhaka-Khulna highway in Faridpur's Nagarkanda upazila.
South Korea's Supreme Court has upheld a seven-year prison sentence for former President Yoon Suk Yeol over crimes related to his failed 2024 martial law bid and its aftermath.
The Ministry of Primary and Mass Education has postponed the release of fifth-grade scholarship exam results, originally scheduled for Thursday, due to incomplete results and technical issues. Results may be published Sunday.
The Election Commission says the final voter list for upcoming local government elections will be published on August 31, with instructions already sent to all upazila/thana election and registration officers.
Doctors say a type of stroke can silently damage the brain without any clear symptoms — known in medicine as a "silent stroke" — and even people who exercise regularly and eat well are…
U.S. public support for Israel has fallen sharply, according to a recent AP-NORC poll, with one in three American adults saying Israel is committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. New York City Mayor Zohran…
At least 38 people have died in China from continuous heavy rain, severe flooding and landslides caused by Typhoon Mazasak in various regions.
A mother and her three-year-old son were killed and at least three others seriously injured when a bus struck an auto-rickshaw in Sirajganj's Ullapara upazila.
Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Md. Asaduzzaman said the next national parliamentary election will be held under a caretaker government, after the Appellate Division upheld the High Court's ruling on the constitution's 15th…
Two more children died with measles-like symptoms over the past 24 hours, while 946 new children were reported infected with measles or measles-like symptoms, according to the health directorate.
Iran says its Bushehr nuclear power plant in the south sustained no damage following recent U.S. strikes, despite reports of explosions and missile debris in the area, citing Iranian officials.
The Disaster Management and Relief Ministry says 30 people have died in Chattogram division over the past five days from heavy rain, hill floods and landslides, with Cox's Bazar hit hardest.
France suffered a setback ahead of its World Cup quarterfinal against Morocco after FIFA rejected an appeal to overturn Michael Olise's yellow card from the round of 16.
Every World Cup produces a new fairy tale. An unfamiliar nation rises suddenly, like Halley's Comet, or another climbs steadily into the light, and we call it a Cinderella story. Many want to add…
After fierce controversy over refereeing in Argentina and Egypt's World Cup round-of-16 match, FIFA has issued a formal explanation. Chief refereeing officer Pierluigi Collina said match officials' decisions are independent and never subject to…
The Egyptian Football Association has filed a formal complaint with FIFA alleging biased refereeing in their 3-2 World Cup round-of-16 loss to Argentina, demanding referee Francois Letexier be removed from remaining tournament matches.
Internationally renowned human rights activist Irene Khan has been appointed Bangladesh's permanent representative and ambassador to the UN, succeeding Salahuddin Noman Chowdhury, with deputy minister status.
Md. Jahidul Islam Omi, a Chhatra Dal volunteer wing organizing secretary in Natore's Naldanga, has been living at a BNP ward office with his bedding and furniture after 17 years of political persecution left…
Switzerland coach Murat Yakin said Argentina, while formidable, are not unbeatable, ahead of their July 12 World Cup quarter-final after the Swiss beat Colombia on penalties.
Substitute Mikel Merino's stoppage-time goal gave Spain a 1-0 win over Ronaldo's Portugal in the World Cup round of 16, setting a new record of six consecutive clean sheets and sending them to the…
PM Tarique Rahman told parliament his government is committed to restoring capital market stability, outlining a 17-point program including a new SEC chairman, floor-price withdrawal, and Tk 1,497 crore in penalties already imposed on…
Morocco has begun construction of a 24-acre "International Cinema City" near Ouarzazate, investing 240 million dirhams to offer Hollywood studios a one-stop production hub with tax breaks and rebates.
A BBC analysis finds that economic capacity, infrastructure, long-term planning and football culture — not just population size or fan enthusiasm — determine why South Asian giants remain absent from the World Cup.
Islamic scholars caution that mocking any ruling or symbol of Islamic law is a grave sin capable of nullifying a believer's faith, citing Quranic verses and hadith that draw a firm distinction between sincere…
Actress Shabnom Bubli, on her second maternity break since giving birth in May, will resume filming with director Zahid Hossain's 'Dhakaiya Debdas' in September, the director confirmed.
A Dhaka court ordered former minister and Workers Party president Rashed Khan Menon shown arrested in an ACC corruption case over teacher recruitment irregularities at Wills Little Flower School and College.
Lionel Messi expressed regret over his missed penalty after Argentina's dramatic 3-2 comeback win over Egypt sent them into the World Cup quarter-finals, where they will face Switzerland on July 12.
The expatriate welfare ministry has warned against contact or financial transactions with any individual or agency regarding sending workers to Malaysia until an official government announcement is made.
US officials say 24 people were arrested in an international operation against India-based organized crime networks, including some allegedly involved in the assassination of a prominent Sikh leader in Canada.
IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez said roughly 6,000 sailors are stranded aboard hundreds of vessels in the Gulf amid tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, calling for maximum restraint from all parties.
Residents of Hudapara village in Chuadanga's Damurhuda upazila accused a man claiming to be a BNP leader of using false drug-trafficking allegations to have police harass innocent villagers.
Saudi Arabia's meteorological authority has warned of severe heatwaves and dust storms in Mecca, Medina and other regions, with temperatures expected to reach 47-49 degrees Celsius, advising residents to stay indoors when possible.