Dhaka, Ctg city polls likely after Eid

With the 13th parliamentary election now over, the Election Commission (EC) has begun preparations for elections to three major metropolitan local government bodies.
19 February 2026, 00:00 AM

‘Hadi received repeated death threats’

A few months before his death, Sharif Osman Hadi told the investigation officer in a crimes against humanity case that he had been receiving repeated death threats.
19 February 2026, 00:00 AM

Restore civic liberties, freedom of expression

PEN Bangladesh has congratulated the newly elected government on receiving an overwhelming mandate to lead the country at a critical stage in its democratic transition.
19 February 2026, 00:00 AM

July charter’s legality challenged at HC

A petition was filed with the High Court yesterday challenging the legality of the July charter.
19 February 2026, 00:00 AM

Arrest warrant against Tulip over flat scam

A special court yesterday issued arrest warrants against British MP Tulip Siddiq, niece of deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina, and Rajuk’s former assistant legal adviser Sardar Mosharraf Hossain in a case filed over “illegal acquisition” of a flat in Dhaka’s Gulshan-2 area by providing undue benefits to a developer.
19 February 2026, 00:00 AM

TIB hails MPs’ decision not to take duty-free cars, govt plots

Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has welcomed the government’s decision not to take duty-free cars and government plots, calling it timely, thoughtful, and hopeful.
19 February 2026, 00:00 AM

US envoy visits SM Sultan Art Conservation Project

US Ambassador to Bangladesh Brent Christensen yesterday visited SM Sultan Art Conservation Project at the Bengal Shilpalay in the capital.
19 February 2026, 00:00 AM

Ducsu’s gains marred by some leaders’ excesses

In its first four months at the helm of Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (Ducsu), the Islami Chhatra Shibir-backed panel took a number of initiatives for the welfare of Dhaka University students, but some of its leaders faced criticism for their excesses on the campus.
19 February 2026, 00:00 AM
18 February 2026, 22:44 PM
18 February 2026, 22:31 PM

Dhaka court issues arrest warrant for Tulip in Gulshan flat case

March 8 fixed for submitting report on execution of the warrant
18 February 2026, 22:13 PM

Law and order, anti-corruption drive top priorities: Tarique Rahman

Prime minister addresses nation, vows rule of law, economic recovery and relief from public suffering
18 February 2026, 21:51 PM
18 February 2026, 21:06 PM

Schools to remain closed during Ramadan from tomorrow

Ministry revises 2026 holiday calendar; classes resume March 29
18 February 2026, 20:54 PM

Bangladesh to follow Ziaur Rahman’s foreign policy: Khalilur

BNP-led government to follow 'Bangladesh First' doctrine, says foreign minister
18 February 2026, 20:47 PM

Tarique to address nation at 9:45pm

Earlier, his speech was scheduled to be broadcast at 6:30pm
18 February 2026, 19:08 PM

Mob culture won't be tolerated: Salahuddin

Warns against blockades, highway obstructions 'in the name of demands'
18 February 2026, 18:58 PM

Tarique using personal vehicle, skips govt-allocated one

Cabinet meetings shifted from PMO to Secretariat to ease traffic
18 February 2026, 18:42 PM

Ramadan begins tomorrow as moon sighted

Taraweeh prayers to begin from tonight
18 February 2026, 18:38 PM

Govt committed to maintaining transparency: State Minister Saki

Ensuring public comfort during Ramadan a shared responsibility, he says
18 February 2026, 18:20 PM