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Prime minister formally inaugurates Nazrul Year 2026-27

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman formally inaugurated Nazrul Year 2026-27 at the Secretariat, marking the 127th birth anniversary of national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam with celebrations across all 64 districts.

Spain's Yamal seeks to end 16-year World Cup knockout drought against Austria

Reigning European champions Spain face Austria in the World Cup round of 32 with Lamine Yamal yet to play a full 90 minutes, and a daunting statistic hanging over them: Spain have not won…

Government reconstitutes national drug advisory council with expanded membership

The government reconstituted the 24-member National Drug Advisory Council to strengthen implementation of the national drug policy, adding the health state minister, the BIDA executive chairman, and the NBR chairman.

DR Congo coach learns of father's death during post-match press conference

DR Congo coach Sebastien Desabre was told his father had died in the middle of the press conference following his team's dramatic 2-1 World Cup round of 32 loss to England in Atlanta.

United States beat Bosnia to reach World Cup round of 16

The United States beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 at Bay Area Stadium in San Francisco to reach the round of 16 for only the second time in their World Cup history, despite playing the…

Over 117,000 sit for HSC exams under Jessore board with female students outnumbering males

A total of 117,177 students from 570 colleges are sitting for the HSC exams under the Jessore education board, with 60,189 female students outnumbering 56,988 male students for the second consecutive year.

HSC exams begin under CCTV with unified question paper for the first time

The 2026 HSC and equivalent examinations began on Thursday with all general education boards using the same question paper and CCTV surveillance at all exam centers for the first time in Bangladesh's history.

Appellate Division clears way for recruitment of 32,000 primary school head teachers

The Supreme Court's Appellate Division ruled that there are no legal obstacles to the recruitment of 32,000 government primary school head teachers, clearing a stay order that had blocked the appointments.

World Cup goalkeepers steal the show from Vozinha to Orlando Gil

From Cape Verde's 40-year-old Vozinha to Paraguay's Orlando Gil, the 2026 World Cup has become a stage for goalkeepers, with extraordinary saves and penalty heroics rivaling the strikers for headlines.

Kane surpasses Pele's World Cup goals record with brace against DR Congo

England captain Harry Kane surpassed Pele's 12 World Cup goals with a brace against DR Congo in the round of 32, taking his career total to 13 and drawing level with France's Just Fontaine.

Centuries-old six-domed mosque draws preservation calls in Satkhira

The Cheraghat six-domed mosque in Kolaroa upazila, Satkhira, built in 1862 with thin bricks and lime-surki mortar, stands as one of the region's most significant examples of Muslim architectural heritage.

Husband and wife electrocuted while fishing in Pabna pond

A husband and wife died after being electrocuted while fishing in a pond in Kuchimora Uttarpara village, Ataikula, Pabna Sadar, when an overhead electric wire slipped from a bamboo support and fell into the…

Transformer theft plagues Maheshpur farmers as losses top one crore taka

Approximately 100 irrigation pump transformers have been stolen in Maheshpur, Jhenaidah, over the past five years, costing farmers approximately one crore taka in replacement fees with no recoveries by police.

BGB launches tree planting drive in Panchari, Khagrachhari

Border Guard Bangladesh inaugurated a tree planting program in Panchari, Khagrachhari, with plans to plant 250,000 fruit, timber, and medicinal saplings across its area of responsibility.

Union party leader hacked to death in Amtali, Barguna

Ripon Kazi, 35, president of the Gulishakhali union Sramikdal in Amtali, Barguna, was hacked to death in an ambush at Gagonkha, Patuakhali Sadar, with his family alleging the killing was led by his own…

Potato farmers stage hunger strike at Rangpur DC office over cold storage rates

Potato farmers and traders held a hunger strike at the Rangpur DC office demanding lower cold storage rates, accusing the cold storage association of running a syndicate that has pushed storage to 430 taka…

Police seize 24 kilograms of cannabis in Kishoreganj

Police arrested Md. Dalim Mia, 34, a known drug dealer, with 24 kilograms of cannabis hidden in a cotton-laden pickup van at a checkpoint on the Bhairab-Kishoreganj road in Kuliarchar upazila.

Opposition leader says political crisis stems from disregarding referendum

Jamaat-e-Islami Amir Dr. Shafiqur Rahman said the political crisis in Bangladesh arose from the failure to respect the referendum result, speaking at a citizens’ assembly for the Dhaka-15 constituency.

Garment worker killed by speeding vehicle in Narayanganj

A 25-year-old garment worker was killed by a speeding covered van while crossing the road in Siddhirganj, Narayanganj, on her way to work on Wednesday morning.

Dengue symptoms are changing as monsoon infections surge, doctors warn

Dengue is no longer presenting with its classic symptoms of high fever and rash, with doctors warning that the most dangerous period is the days after the fever subsides, when blood pressure and platelet…

Ailing book vendor appeals for help after 48 years on the road

Abdur Rashid Pramanik has sold children’s books on trains, at markets, and on roadsides for 48 years, but now says he has no home, no family support, and earns 20 to 30 taka a…

Eight arrested for theft from Ayodhya Ram temple donation boxes

An Indian police investigation found that eight people, including a brothers-in-law duo who invested stolen funds in property, embezzled donations from the Ram temple in Ayodhya during the 2025 Kumbh Mela.

Man missing for three days found dead in Tangail jute field

The partially decomposed body of Shawkat Molla, 55, was recovered from a jute field in Nagarpur upazila, Tangail, on Wednesday, three days after he went missing.

Bangladesh sends 1,100 kilograms of mangoes to West Bengal and Tripura leaders

The Bangladesh government sent 1,100 kilograms of Amrapali and Haribhanga mangoes as a goodwill gift to West Bengal Chief Minister Shubhendu Adhikari, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha, and senior officials in the two Indian…

Four schoolgirls from same school go missing in Thakurgaon

Four students from Sabajpur High School in Baliadangi upazila, Thakurgaon, have been missing since Tuesday morning when they left home together for private tutoring and did not return.

Corrugated iron sheets and cash distributed to 37 disaster-hit families in Natore

The Singra upazila administration in Natore distributed 58 bundles of corrugated iron sheets and 174,000 taka in cash to 37 families affected by fires and natural disasters.

Bangladesh police return to khaki uniforms after 22-year gap

Bangladesh police officers began wearing new uniforms on Wednesday, with khaki trousers paired with dark blue shirts for district and unit officers and olive-green shirts for metropolitan police, restoring the khaki color after a…

One more dengue death reported as 2026 toll reaches 19

One more person died of dengue in the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of dengue deaths in 2026 to 19, with 6,267 people infected so far this year.

Rain damages peanut crops on Tista chars as harvest season peaks in Kurigram

Peanut farmers on the Tista river chars in Ulipur, Kurigram, face heavy losses after consecutive days of rain flooded low-lying fields and rotted crops just as the harvest season was reaching its peak.

MP distributes cash aid to needy families in Sundarganj, Gaibandha

Gaibandha-1 MP Professor Majedur Rahman distributed cash assistance from his discretionary fund to several hundred poor, destitute, and unwell residents in Sundarganj upazila.

Two killed in crowd crush during Mexico's World Cup celebration

At least two people died of asphyxiation in a crowd crush near the Angel of Independence monument in Mexico City after Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 to reach the World Cup round of 16 for…

Businessman found dead in Manikganj; family cites loan pressure

A 58-year-old businessman was found dead at his home in Ghior, Manikganj, on Wednesday morning, with his family saying he had been under severe mental pressure for months over bank and NGO loan installments…

Bangladesh approves two new high-yielding rice varieties for cultivation

The National Seed Board approved BINA Dhan-27, the country's first blast-resistant high-yielding Aman rice, and BINA Dhan-28, an aromatic zinc-enriched variety, for cultivation nationwide.

Police seize cannabis plants hidden in betel nut garden in Kurigram

Police seized four cannabis plants, two of them approximately 12 feet tall, from a betel nut garden in Bhurungamari upazila, Kurigram, where they were being secretly cultivated.

China secretly trained Russian soldiers, Reuters investigation reveals

China provided secret military training to Russian soldiers with the approval of Beijing's top leadership, with at least four generals from both countries directly involved, Reuters reported citing European officials and classified documents.

BAU researchers develop low-cost fish feed from freshwater microalgae

Researchers at Bangladesh Agricultural University have developed a low-cost technology to produce live feed and aqua feed from locally sourced freshwater microalgae, funded by the Bangladesh Academy of Sciences and USDA.

Expatriate alleges brother embezzled over two crore taka of his savings

A South Africa returnee from Daganbhuiyan, Feni, has accused his brother of embezzling 2,17,98,079 taka that he sent home over 14 years of working abroad.

One more child dies with measles symptoms as outbreak toll reaches 719

One more child died with measles symptoms in the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of deaths since March 15 to 719, with 102,028 suspected cases reported.

Four members of inter-district robbery gang arrested in Dinajpur

The Detective Branch arrested four members of an inter-district robbery gang from a hotel in Dinajpur city while they were preparing for a robbery, seizing locally made weapons, tools, and a pickup van.

Iran's top clerics declare killing Trump and Netanyahu a 'religious duty'

Iran's 88-member Assembly of Experts declared it a religious duty to kill US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling them 'mahdur al-dam' whose blood may be shed, the New York…

Ten signs of Allah's favor in a believer's life

An exploration of 10 signs mentioned in the Quran and authentic Hadith that indicate Allah's special grace and favor upon a believer, from righteous deeds before death to love among people.

Family terrorized after shroud cloth and threatening note left at doorstep in Natore

An unidentified person left a piece of burial shroud and a threatening note at a family's doorstep in Banshbhag village, Naldanga upazila, Natore, causing panic in the area.

Ecuador's Hincapie becomes second player red-carded under FIFA's mouth-covering rule

Ecuador defender Piero Hincapie became the second player sent off under FIFA's new mouth-covering rule after he covered his mouth during an argument with a Mexican striker in the World Cup round of 32.

France crush Sweden 3-0 as Mbappe scores twice in World Cup round of 32

Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France dominated Sweden 3-0 in the World Cup round of 32, eliminating the Swedes and booking their place in the round of 16.

Grandmother killed by grandson in family dispute in Gaibandha

A woman was hacked to death and her husband seriously injured by their grandson during a family dispute in Saghata upazila, Gaibandha, with the accused arrested at the scene.

Brazil have never beaten Norway and now face them in the World Cup round of 16

Five-time world champions Brazil have never won a match against Norway in four meetings, and the two sides now meet in the 2026 World Cup round of 16 with the statistical edge favoring the…

United States and Iran begin indirect talks in Doha on ending conflict

The United States and Iran began indirect talks in Doha on Wednesday, mediated by Qatar and Pakistan, aimed at ending the Middle East conflict under a memorandum of understanding signed by both sides.

Iran warns Israel after defense minister's assassination threat against supreme leader

Iran's foreign minister warned of an immediate and powerful response after Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei had been 'marked for assassination.'

Over 30 drown in German rivers and lakes during heat wave

More than 30 people drowned while swimming in German rivers, lakes, and other water bodies during a severe heat wave, with authorities warning that many victims overestimated their abilities.

Five foods to add to your diet to reduce seasonal hair loss

Seasonal weather changes can increase hair loss, but nutritionists say adding iron-rich, omega-3-rich, and protein-rich foods to your diet can help strengthen hair and reduce shedding.

Flood-hit farmers protest relief list irregularities in Sunamganj

Flood-affected farmers in Madhyanagar upazila, Sunamganj, protested after discovering that government relief intended for them was being distributed to non-farmers and relatives of elected officials.

Three banana face pack recipes for brighter skin

Homemade banana face packs using honey, yogurt, and turmeric can help brighten skin and address dryness, dullness, and fatigue without expensive salon visits.

Trump earned over one billion dollars from crypto in first year as president

President Donald Trump reported earning over one billion dollars from cryptocurrency-related businesses in his first year in office, according to his mandatory annual financial disclosure.

Jamaat Amir says syndicates threatening him over Malaysia migration cost demand

Opposition leader and Jamaat-e-Islami Amir Dr. Shafiqur Rahman said migration syndicates are threatening him for demanding in parliament that the cost of sending workers to Malaysia be reduced to 85,000 taka.

How to make neem face wash at home

Homemade neem face washes using aloe vera and turmeric can deeply cleanse the skin and help reduce acne, excess oil, and dullness without the cost and chemicals of commercial products.

Teachers accused of tying up and beating 11-year-old madrasa student in Pirojpur

Three teachers at a hifz madrasa in Zianagar upazila, Pirojpur, are accused of binding an 11-year-old student's hands and feet and beating him with a cane, with the family expressing anger after a local…

People will open July Museum themselves if government does not act by August 5, says Nahid Islam

Opposition chief whip and NCP convener Nahid Islam said the government must open the July Museum by August 5 or the public will open it themselves, as he announced a 36-day program to mark…

Parent enters classroom and beats three students in Barisal

A parent entered a primary school classroom in Barisal and beat three fifth-grade students after a dispute between his son and classmates, also assaulting two teachers who tried to intervene, police said.

Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman resigns within 24 hours of World Cup exit against Morocco

Ronald Koeman stepped down as Netherlands head coach less than 24 hours after a dramatic penalty shootout loss to Morocco in the 2026 World Cup round of 16, hinting he may end his coaching…

Education minister warns of legal action against fake news about exams

Education Minister Dr. A N M Ehsanul Haq Milon said legal action will be taken against anyone spreading misinformation about the HSC and equivalent examinations on social media, as 1,270,583 students prepare to sit…