369 reports translated from the Bengali original, most recent first. বাংলা সংস্করণ
West Bengal veteran actor Biplab Chattopadhyay responded to a viral false report of his death, saying he has played many bad characters but is not as bad as politicians.
Tiphaine Auziere's romance with kitesurfing instructor Antoine Lecomte has drawn attention for echoing the 24-year age gap between her mother and French President Emmanuel Macron.
The Indian rapper and Punjabi actress Isha Rikhi confirmed their separation in a joint statement, saying the decision was mutual and asking fans not to speculate further.
The actress confirmed her marriage but is withholding her husband's name, saying the wedding took place in Bangladesh some time ago and was kept private for personal reasons.
A group chanting 'Jai Shri Ram' vandalized the Kolkata paper's office over an August 21 headline about a right-wing student protest, in an incident West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari had publicly demanded be withdrawn.
Actor Shahriar Nazim Joy needled Popy over her remark, comparing it to a similar comment by actress Moushumi; Bappa Raj added his own take in the comments.
Experts say handling a new environment's uncertainty and building relationships without familiar support systems will matter as much as education or job qualifications.
The actress rested at home after hurting her hip on the set of 'Maisa,' sharing glimpses of family time, gardening and her pet dog on Instagram.
The Bishkek meeting was the first direct contact between the two leaders since the US-Israel war against Iran began last February.
The Bollywood star tells Bombay Times that adapting to OTT's chaotic shooting schedule has tested her more than film ever did.
From cleaner air to sharper focus and faster recovery from illness, houseplants offer more than décor.
Two ways to turn seasonal palm juice into traditional pitha, from banana-leaf-wrapped cakes to golden fried bora.
More than 2,200 foreign mountaineers and trekkers visited Gilgit-Baltistan between April and August, officials say, a rebound from last year's war-driven slump.
Six months into the conflict, deployments and financial strain are wearing on military families, even as the Pentagon disputes reports of falling morale.
Just as the industry recovered from protests, plane crashes and COVID, a glacial flood has raised a harder question: are the mountains themselves becoming too dangerous to visit?
Chef Afsana Mimi's simple recipe needs little time and just a few ingredients.
From bank executives to restaurant and fashion-brand owners, a look at the day jobs and side ventures of Dhallywood's familiar faces.
Penguin Random House India has pulled out of publishing Sonia Gandhi's memoir, fueling accusations that the ruling party pressured the publisher over its chapters on Modi and the RSS.
The actor recalled a nearly four-decade-old shopping trip in Singapore where he admired a watch he couldn't afford, until his younger brother surprised him with one just like it.
Shakira returns to Spain after eight years for a 12-night run in Madrid from 18 September to 11 October, with a Shakira Stadium built at the Iberdrola Music venue.
The model and lawyer rode BRTC's new women-only bus service like an ordinary passenger and shared her experience with fans.
Opu Biswas, in Nepal for a film shoot, says she plans to travel from Pokhara to Kathmandu and fly back to Dhaka once flights allow.
The state minister for primary education says Bangladesh will pilot a Sri Lanka- and Tamil Nadu-style model with mothers cooking using locally sourced ingredients.
The road-safety group, which the actor leads, says he is well and undergoing treatment in London, and has urged the public not to share unverified death news.
Nepal's Tourism Board says most of the missing are foreign nationals, as police tell the BBC 17 bodies have been recovered from flood-hit districts.
The Dhallywood actress shared a set of nighttime photos in a red outfit while on location for her new film 'Shikar.'
Bollywood actor Arjun Rampal and model-designer Gabriella Demetriades held a low-key registry wedding in Goa, PTI reports, after years of describing themselves as married in spirit.
The Dhallywood actress shared a reflective new photo and caption on social media, drawing praise from fans for her confident, mature outlook.
Actor Ziaul Faruq Apurba says he is in early talks on four film projects, alongside a busy television slate and a growing concert schedule in the United States.
Actress Runa Khan is filming the lead role in “Jalpaban,” a story of waiting set among the people of Bangladesh's haor wetlands, now shooting in Sunamganj.
Indian actress Anupama Parameswaran has described the lasting physical and psychological toll of a past relationship, including panic attacks and eye surgery, in a televised interview.
'Love '96,' a new film about the nationwide fan hysteria and grief that followed screen icon Salman Shah's 1996 death, will release in theaters two days before the 30th anniversary of his passing.
Ariana Grande has objected again to unauthorized use of her music in political content, after Trump supporters used her 2024 hit 'We Can't Be Friends (Wait for Your Love)' in a social media post,…
Former Brazil star Roberto Carlos has denied rumors he converted to Islam after marrying Moroccan national Souhaila Al-Tahiri, while expressing deep respect for the religion in an interview with Saudi outlet Okaz.
Bengali actress Rupa Dutta, previously arrested over a 2022 pickpocketing allegation at the Kolkata International Book Fair, has been granted bail after her arrest in Mumbai on charges of stealing items worth 148,000 rupees.
Popular on-screen pair Yash Rohan and Naznin Neeha will reunite in the drama 'Moner Moto Mon,' directed by Imraul Rafat, who also wrote the story and screenplay.
Actress Apu Biswas says Bangladeshi cinema is entering a positive new phase driven by new technology, greater professionalism and modern perspectives among today's filmmaking teams.
A court in West Bengal's Nadia district issued an arrest warrant for Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra after she failed to appear despite repeated summonses in a case alleging she hurt religious sentiments in…
Actress Sabrina Saka Mim, who entered showbiz as a child artist in the 1990s, has spoken for the first time about her divorce from Dr. Shahriar Ahmed Sajib, nearly eight years after their marriage…
Small-screen actress Samira Khan Mahi has become a director and shareholder of car dealership SpeedTouch Autos, her first venture outside acting, with plans for a second business to follow.
National Film Award-winning actress Toma Mirza has joined a private bank as assistant vice president for brand and communications, while continuing to selectively take on acting roles.
Health problems such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes and declining kidney function often develop silently after age 40, making regular screening for these four areas an important part of midlife health care.
A severe gas crisis across Dhaka has left household stoves unusable, forcing residents to rely on electric and firewood cooking or breakfast hotels, driving up food costs and raising health concerns for many families.
Film actress Puja Cherry has denied longstanding rumors that she has married a Bangladeshi businessman, saying in a Facebook post that she remains engaged but not yet married, and warning she will pursue legal…
Singer Sharmin Akter, champion of the 'Channel i Bangla Gaan 2016' singing competition, married fellow musician Sabbir Quraishi at Gawsul Azam Mosque in Dhaka, with both families in attendance.
Actress Shabnam Faria has called for a ban on motorized and battery-powered rickshaws on Dhaka's main roads after a university classmate, Oli Nur, was killed in a road accident, questioning why authorities can't rein…
Indian actress Ananya Raj has died at 35, with her family announcing in an Instagram statement that she died peacefully in her sleep after more than a year of physical and mental struggles, according…
Bangladeshi actress Jaya Ahsan faced sharp criticism from Tollywood actress Sreelekha Mitra after joining a women's march in Kolkata marking India's independence day, with Mitra sharing a post questioning Ahsan's participation.
Hasibur Rahman, boyfriend of model and actress Lina Akter, known as Ridhika Ridhi, has been sent to jail after being arrested in connection with her death, with her mother filing a case alleging he…
Tollywood actress and Indian MP Rachna Banerjee has said she would have remained with the Trinamool Congress had the BJP not won West Bengal's assembly election, as she explained her decision to switch parties…
Actress Sadia Ayman has addressed swirling rumors about her past relationship with actor Khairul Basar, saying she has no interest in a public back-and-forth and prefers to let the truth emerge on its own,…
Model and actress Ridhika Ridhi was found dead at a residence in the capital's Bashundhara area on Saturday morning. Police say they suspect suicide and are investigating, and have opened a case following a…
A Kolkata film producer has reignited the long-running Dev-Jeet rivalry by unfavorably comparing ticket bookings for Jeet's upcoming biopic with Dev's record-breaking numbers from last year.
The 2017 duet 'Jonom Jonom' by Bangladeshi singers Imran Mahmudool and Sabrina Porshi has surpassed 100 million views on YouTube, nine years after its release.
A retired infantry officer argues that religious practice among soldiers reflects the realities of their profession rather than any institutional pressure or creeping fundamentalism.
Negative self-talk, collapsing under criticism, comparing yourself with others, dwelling on mistakes and avoiding anything new are among the habits that undermine confidence.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's admission that she has had nights with no sleep at all has revived a question about how heads of government function on so little rest.
Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir urged Bangladesh to reduce dependence on traditional export products and build a strong, internationally recognised halal ecosystem using the experience of the ASEAN region.
Bollywood actress Bhumi Pednekar has travelled to flood-hit Assam, handing families food, essentials and solar lamps and sharing the experience on Instagram.
The actress Sohana Saba has said she married again about a year and a half ago, to Faisal, after a relationship of nearly five and a half years.