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18 students fall sick after school meal
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Healthcare reels from shortage of nurses, midwives
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19 June 2026, 00:00 AM Bangladesh
Uproar in JS over loan defaulter tag
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19 June 2026, 00:00 AM Bangladesh
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Ferdousi brings ‘Bhindeshi Chhoy Golpo’ to readers
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Enforced disappearance: Ex-Jubo Dal leader files complaint against Hasina

A former Jubo Dal leader yesterday lodged a complaint with the prosecution of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT), accusing ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina and several former top officials of enforced disappearance and torture.
7 April 2026, 00:00 AM

IO seeks court permission for DNA cross-match

The investigation officer of Sohagi Jahan Tonu murder case yesterday sought the court’s permission to conduct a cross-match of DNA profiles of three army personnel.
7 April 2026, 00:00 AM

‘Two-thirds JS majority a curse for Bangladesh’

A two-thirds majority in parliament has historically been a “curse” for Bangladesh’s politics, speakers at a citizens’ dialogue said yesterday, expressing concern over recent moves affecting judicial independence and protections against enforced disappearance.
7 April 2026, 00:00 AM

Country targets trillion-dollar economy by 2034

Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury yesterday informed the parliament that the government aims to transform Bangladesh into a trillion‑dollar economy by 2034.
7 April 2026, 00:00 AM

Fuel crisis threatens water taxi shutdown

The Hatirjheel water taxi service in the capital is facing the risk of a complete shutdown as the ongoing fuel crisis begins to hit the alternative transport system, operators said.
7 April 2026, 00:00 AM

Woman killed after scarf gets caught in cake factory generator belt in Jhenaidah

Police said Shirina Khatun was standing near a generator room
6 April 2026, 22:31 PM

Car driver arrested over Khulna University student’s death in road crash

Police say CCTV footage helped identify the vehicle that hit Moumita Haldar’s rickshaw
6 April 2026, 21:01 PM

Biju fair opens in Rangamati with a festive showcase of hill traditions

Five-day event features cultural performances, traditional games, ethnic crafts and the spirit of celebration
6 April 2026, 20:28 PM

Forget gold, this groom got octane

A wedding in Moulvibazar grabbed attention after a guest showed up with two litres of fuel as gift
6 April 2026, 20:23 PM

BGB-BSF flag meeting held after Bangladeshi shot on Lalmonirhat border

Border guards protested the shooting and handed back an Indian citizen taken in by locals
6 April 2026, 19:47 PM

Ex-DGFI chief Mamun put on fresh 3-day remand in July Uprising killing case

Dhaka court order takes his total remand to 14 days
6 April 2026, 17:53 PM

Defaulted loans hit Tk 5.45 lakh crore, finance minister tells parliament

The minister also provided a list of the top 20 loan defaulters
6 April 2026, 15:57 PM

Women’s reserved seats vote set for May 12: EC

The commission has also taken a policy decision not to use electronic voting machines (EVMs) in upcoming local government elections
6 April 2026, 15:43 PM

Baul singer Abul Sarkar secures six months' bail from HC

He will be released on HC bail if not arrested in any other case, his lawyer said
6 April 2026, 14:37 PM

Bangladesh to push for quick reopening of Malaysian labour market: Minister

Ariful Haque outlines diplomatic efforts while receiving body of worker killed in Saudi missile strike
6 April 2026, 14:08 PM

Bangladeshis among 32 survivors after migrant boat capsizes off Libya; over 70 'feared dead'

NYT report says vessel carrying over 100 migrants sank in rough seas
6 April 2026, 12:46 PM

DU Fine Arts students gear up for vibrant Pahela Baishakh

‘Noboborsher Oikyotan, Gonotontrer Punorutthan’ set as this year’s theme
6 April 2026, 12:10 PM

India seeks stronger ties with Bangladesh as envoy meets PM Tarique

High Commissioner Pranay Verma highlights economic, cultural and technological cooperation
6 April 2026, 11:54 AM

Bogura-6 by-polls in three days; voters show little enthusiasm

Polling set for April 9 as major parties step up campaigns amid muted public interest
6 April 2026, 11:24 AM

Enforced disappearance: Ordinance flawed, there will be a stronger bill

The Enforced Disappearance Prevention and Redress Ordinance, 2025 will be reintroduced at the parliament as one that is “more contemporary, more welfare-oriented and more effective in ensuring justice”, said Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman yesterday.
6 April 2026, 02:52 AM