Fugitive rape accused surrenders in Netrokona, sent to jail

Court orders detention of Swechchhasebak Dal leader accused of raping 10-year-old girl
20 June 2026, 20:01 PM

Dhaka–Pabna direct train service to begin in August

Plans also underway for a new Dhaka–Khulna service, says Rabiul Alam
20 June 2026, 18:31 PM

Editors’ Council expresses concern over arrest of journalist in Gazipur

Rezanur Islam sent to jail over Cyber Security Act case linked to report on state minister
20 June 2026, 16:09 PM

Teesta nears danger level as rising waters threaten flooding across northern districts

River has risen 38cm in 24 hours, inundating chars and cropland
20 June 2026, 13:06 PM

13 more Gazipur garment workers hospitalised after drinking water at factory

New cases come two days after 65 workers fell ill; probe underway as water samples sent for testing
20 June 2026, 13:00 PM

Harmony Festival brings indigenous voices to the fore

Three-day cultural showcase highlights traditions, handicrafts of Sylhet’s indigenous communities
20 June 2026, 12:38 PM

PM’s official visit: Dhaka, Beijing likely to sign 15-17 bilateral instruments

Tarique will leave for Malaysia tomorrow and for China on Monday afternoon
20 June 2026, 12:26 PM

Khulna solar plant lies idle for 14 years

A 20-kilowatt solar power plant and training centre in Khulna city, set up in 2008 to promote renewable energy and create public awareness, has been lying idle for nearly 14 years due to neglect.
20 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Police uniform changed again

The government has changed the Bangladesh Police dress code, reinstating the previous dark blue and light olive shirts that were replaced seven months ago during the interim government.
20 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Poet Al Mujahidi passes away

Ekushey Padak-winning poet, writer, and editor Al Mujahidi passed away while undergoing treatment at United Hospital in Dhaka yesterday. He was 83.
20 June 2026, 00:00 AM

PM orders renaming of two Bogura unions

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has directed the authorities to take steps to rename two unions in Bogura’s Mokamtala upazila following controversy over names that match those of the two sons of State Minister for LGRD Mir Shahe Alam.
20 June 2026, 00:00 AM

BGB foils two more push-in attempts

The Border Guard Bangladesh yesterday said it thwarted separate attempts by India’s Border Security Force to push seven people into Bangladesh through border points in Meherpur and Lalmonirhat.
20 June 2026, 00:00 AM

PM’s China trip: Dhaka eyes funds for infrastructure, investment

After nearly two years of slowdown following the 2024 political changeover, Bangladesh is looking for a fresh boost in Chinese investment and infrastructure financing as Prime Minister Tarique Rahman prepares for his first official visit to China from June 23–26.
20 June 2026, 00:00 AM

AL founding ANNIV: PHQ issues alert over possible clashes

Police Headquarters has issued a nationwide alert over fears of possible clashes between Awami League activists and members of other political parties, centred on the party’s founding anniversary on June 23.
20 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Private Medical Colleges: Foreign student enrolment drops over past 3 years

Enrolment of foreign students in Bangladesh’s private medical colleges has declined sharply over the past three years, raising concerns about the sector’s competitiveness and the country’s position as a destination for medical education.
20 June 2026, 00:00 AM

Bogura DB arrests journalist in case filed over ‘defaming Mir Shahe Alam’

Agrajatra Pratidin acting editor Md Rezanur Islam sent to jail on Friday following his arrest
19 June 2026, 23:04 PM

Sports help reduce drug use and excessive mobile phone habits: PM

PM hopes participants will emerge as future sporting talents for Bangladesh
19 June 2026, 20:58 PM

10 arrested over attacks on police after Lalmonirhat child murder

Raids spark fear in Falimari and nearby villages, prompting many male residents to leave their homes
19 June 2026, 20:26 PM

Ekushey Padak-winning poet Al Mujahidi dies at 83

The poet and editor made wide-ranging contributions to literature over a career spanning decades
19 June 2026, 19:09 PM

Woman dies trying to save son from electrocution in Noakhali

Both were killed after the child came into contact with an electric wire attached to a water pump
19 June 2026, 18:40 PM