369 reports translated from the Bengali original, most recent first. বাংলা সংস্করণ
Actress Porimoni, the complainant in a 2021 attempted-rape, attempted-murder and assault case, missed her cross-examination after being caught in traffic; the court set 30 November as the next date.
Police have arrested villain-role actor Don Hok in the murder case over the 1996 death of popular film hero Salman Shah; the case is now with the CID.
Police have arrested villain-role actor Don Hok in the murder case over the 1996 death of popular film hero Salman Shah, now being investigated by the CID.
Actress Shabnur has rejected as fabricated a man’s claim that they were once married, and dismissed his allegations linking her to the death of Salman Shah.
Acclaimed singer Fahmida Nabi has released a new solo song, 'Ovimaner Sheshe', after a short break. Written by Raju Chowdhury and composed by Ehsan Rahi, it has been released on the Shabdo Karigor YouTube…
Keeping a phone farther from the face and using soft natural light can reduce wide-angle distortion and produce a more natural-looking selfie.
Bangladesh marked the 70th anniversary of 'Mukh O Mukhosh,' the country's first full-length Bengali-language sound film and a milestone that launched Dhaka's film industry.
Actor and road-safety campaigner Ilias Kanchan is due to return to Dhaka on Monday after more than 15 months of cancer treatment in the United Kingdom.
The government has sought technical support from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to curb the airline-ticket syndicate, modernise air transport and develop tourism. IATA has offered to help upgrade Biman's technical centre to…
Today, the first Sunday of August, is observed in Bangladesh and many other countries as Friendship Day — an occasion to reconnect with old friends and renew ties. The day has several disputed origins,…
A housewife, Shaharan Khatun, 40, has died of electrocution while cooking rice with a rice cooker at Asannagar village in Almdanga, Chuadanga, on Sunday morning. Almdanga police confirmed the death and said the necessary…
Oman has announced a free 14-day tourist visa under new rules to make its tourism sector more attractive and accessible, Gulf News reported. Eligible nationals of certain countries can get the visa with no…
The Saimum Shilpi Gosthi has announced a four-day cultural festival, “July Awakening (Season 2),” themed “July Through Children's Eyes,” to mark the second anniversary of the July uprising, at the Bangladesh National Museum in…
Actress Sadia Jahan Prova has stirred curiosity with a cryptic, emotional Instagram post — “I'm still alive without you” — without saying who it was meant for.
The Law Reform Commission's proposals will be implemented in line with the “July Charter,” Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Md Asaduzzaman said in Jhenaidah.
Indian celebrity couple Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma have again made a big real estate investment, buying a new flat worth about 18.29 crore rupees (around US$2.2 million) in Mumbai's Versova area, according to…
Television actress Aisha Khan makes her film debut in Prasun Rahman's “Shekor” (Roots), which released in Bangladeshi theaters on Friday and is set to open in Canada, the United States, Britain and other countries…
Marked on 29 July, the day is an occasion for the cosmetics industry — and a reminder of a habit that goes back some 5,000 years.
The actor is being prepared for emergency surgery at a hospital in the capital, a statement from her Facebook account said.
The actor is in intensive care at a Dhaka hospital and is being prepared for emergency surgery, her Facebook page said.
Speculation is growing in Tamil Nadu about the actor's political intentions, but Dhanush has made no announcement and his focus remains on film.
A film actor has filed a case at Khilkhet police station alleging she was tied up and beaten for two hours by the chairman of Ashiyan Group, who says the allegations are false.
The actor Tanjim Saiyara Totini is joining the serial “Fire Ashar Golpo,” directed by Muhammad Mostafa Kamal Raz — her first serial since 2021.
Priyanka Chopra has arrived in India with Nick Jonas and their daughter Malti Marie, reportedly to shoot S S Rajamouli's “Varanasi” — her first Indian-language film in years.
The singer Dilshad Nahar Kona has begun a concert tour of the United States that will take her to 16 cities between 25 July and 3 October.
The Rashtrasanglap Forum has filed a complaint at the International Crimes Tribunal against 27 people, including several figures from the cultural world, over alleged involvement in killings during the July uprising.
A prolonged gas crisis in Dhaka and elsewhere has sent thousands of families to electric and induction cookers, with sellers reporting sales several times higher than usual.
Tanjim Saiyara Totini, the Bangladeshi actress, in a red sari with golden work, in photographs drawing a wide response across social media.
The Dhallywood actress Porimoni, now seen less often on screen, has drawn attention with “sunkissed” photographs on social media showing an eye-catching mehendi design on her hands.
The veteran Bollywood actress Shabana Azmi has been hospitalised with swine flu and is in isolation on medical advice, missing a student protest event she had promised to attend.
The singer Robi Chowdhury, who drew wide attention this year after speaking on a podcast about his separation from his former wife Dolly Sayantoni, now says his first marriage was the biggest mistake of…
The actress Ashna Habib Bhabna, back home after performing Umrah, has shared the story behind the trip on Facebook and answered those who criticised her for posting pictures of it.
Several Bollywood stars have begun speaking out on India's continuing student protests over the NEET paper leak; actress Alia Bhatt voiced support for the protesters on social media.
From Friday, four different-genre international films — horror, psychological suspense, sci-fi animation and a concert film — open together at Dhaka's Star Cineplex.
Presenter and actor Rumana Malik Munmun, long based in Canada, has returned to hosting with “Legend and Legacy,” a 13-episode show featuring figures from acting, music, art and literature.
Bollywood actor and MP Kangana Ranaut drew anger from protesters after saying who holds office cannot be decided by pressuring the government through demonstrations, and that parliament is the proper forum for such debate.
Back pain, painful urination, blood in the urine, nausea and vomiting, and fever with chills can be early signs of kidney stones — spotting them early allows treatment before the problem turns serious, a…
The drama club of University of Creative Technology, Chattogram staged Humayun Ahmed's classic play 'Nimful' to mark the death anniversary of the legendary writer and filmmaker, with students performing to an engaged audience.
Actress and model Bidya Sinha Mim shared a set of photos in a pink outfit on her verified Facebook page, drawing a flood of praise from fans, as her recent film 'Malik' and web…
In the small town of Windsor, Illinois, a 31-foot brick “Tower of Ba-Goat” with 276 spiral steps houses a herd of Saanen goats — an accidental world's-tallest goat tower that has become a global…
Moved by Lionel Messi's tears after Argentina's World Cup final loss, Dhaka film actress Sharmin Joha Shoshi posted a heartfelt tribute on Facebook: “You are the greatest of all time. Messi, please don't cry.”
Actress Hina Khan is rumored to appear as a special guest on 'Lock Upp' season 2, reviving her old feud with contestant Shilpa Shinde — recently reignited by Shinde's podcast admission of a false…
Actress Keya Payel, an Argentina supporter, had bought fireworks to celebrate her team's victory. After Argentina lost the World Cup final 1-0 to Spain, she set them off anyway — drawing attention online with…
Saudi Arabia has extended the validity of the Umrah visa to one year (365 days), allowing holders multiple entries with stays of up to 90 days each, the Saudi Press Agency reported, as part…
Dhaka film actor Siam Ahmed, a rare Spain supporter in football-mad Bangladesh, celebrated Spain's 1-0 win over Argentina in the World Cup final on social media, saying he has followed the team since 2007.
Actress Porimoni, who had jokingly vowed to marry if Argentina won the World Cup, reacted to their 1-0 final loss to Spain with a wistful quip: 'No wedding after all. Beloved Argentina, see you…
Some foods should not be cooked in an iron pan, as the metal can react with them, spoiling the taste and even affecting the body, according to a report by the Indian outlet News18.…
After Argentina's 1-0 World Cup final loss to Spain, BJP MLA and actor Rudranil Ghosh jokingly blamed Trinamool Congress leader Arup Biswas, while praising Spain's performance.
Anica Jamal Iqbal, this year's Miss World Pakistan, will represent Pakistan at Miss World — the first time in nearly 74 years the country has taken part in the pageant.
Dhaka is hosting a concert to mark the World Cup final, with singers Sanjoy Deb and Pritom Hasan set to perform.
Actress Sai Pallavi says she turned to meditation and prayer to prepare for the role of Sita in the mythological film 'Ramayana,' calling it not an achievement but a blessing; the two-part film releases…
Popular folk singer Kishore Palash, a die-hard Argentina fan, has vowed to jump into the Buriganga river if Argentina win the World Cup final.
Popular singers Kona and Sajib Das have released a new romantic song, 'Mon Dao,' written by Jamal Hossain, on Rangan Music's YouTube channel, with music by Sajib Das.
Actress Tanjin Tisha has broken her silence after a court summoned her over a nearly year-old cheating complaint centred on a Jamdani saree, saying she respects the law and will present her case in…
A new TV serial, 'Grihajuddho,' written and directed by Mohin Khan, begins airing on Boishakhi Television today, telling the story of a businessman whose life is upended when villagers arrive claiming a share of…
Meenakshi Thapa, a 26-year-old aspiring Bollywood actress, was killed in 2012 after two junior artists lured her with a fake job and demanded a ransom; a Mumbai court convicted her two killers in 2018,…
A ceremony honouring the acclaimed singer Runa Laila, postponed because of the flood situation, will now be held on 24 July at Shilpakala Academy, where she will perform a solo concert to raise funds…
Dhaka film actress Pori Moni, in a playful show of World Cup fandom, posted on Facebook that she would 'marry again' if Argentina won the title, then, after their semifinal win over England, teased…
Legendary Bangladeshi film actress Bobita says she wants to do something beneficial for society in the later part of her life, and has taken up a plan to build a mosque on her ancestral…
Beyonce has released a new single, 'Morning Dew (Donk)', with no advance announcement, launching the official countdown to the 20th anniversary of her 2006 album 'B'Day', whose special edition drops on 4 September.