‘Public interest must come first for journalists’

Journalists should continue informing the public and serving public interest even when authorities dislike their reporting, said Zaffar Abbas, editor of Pakistani newspaper Dawn.
8 May 2026, 00:00 AM

Govt approves Bogura City Corporation

The government has approved the formation of Bogura City Corporation and five new upazilas in four districts.
8 May 2026, 00:00 AM

12 more die from measles, symptoms

Twelve more children died from measles and measles-like symptoms in the 24 hours till 8:00am yesterday, taking the total number of confirmed and suspected measles deaths to 336.
8 May 2026, 00:00 AM

Eid-ul-Azha: Govt declares 7-day holiday

Cabinet sets May 25-31 as Eid holidays
7 May 2026, 22:59 PM

78% of reserved women’s seat MPs highly educated: Shujan

Most hold bachelor’s or master’s degrees; over 70% come from families with assets above Tk 1 crore
7 May 2026, 22:29 PM

British Bangladeshi candidates emerge as a growing force in UK local elections

From East London strongholds to nationwide contests, the community’s political footprint expands across England
7 May 2026, 21:53 PM

BGB tightens Jashore, Khulna border security after West Bengal polls

Heightened surveillance launched to prevent illegal infiltration from India following post-election situation in West Bengal
7 May 2026, 21:07 PM

Shopping hours extended to 10pm ahead of Eid-ul-Azha

Extended hours will take effect from May 12
7 May 2026, 20:18 PM

In Bandarban's remote villages, safe drinking water remains out of reach

Residents and local youth groups are calling for urgent, sustainable safe water systems in Alikadam’s remote hilly areas
7 May 2026, 20:15 PM

Don’t glorify, don’t dehumanise: Pakistan’s Dawn editor on covering militancy

‘Public interest comes first,’ Zaffar Abbas says at Daily Star event in Dhaka
7 May 2026, 19:48 PM

Prof Israfil appointed first VC of Thakurgaon University

Dhaka University theatre professor takes charge as inaugural vice-chancellor
7 May 2026, 19:29 PM

Govt urges pilgrims to follow hajj regulations to avoid heavy penalties

Saudi tightens regulations ahead of hajj; unauthorised pilgrims may face fines of up to SAR 20,000
7 May 2026, 15:37 PM

TIB seeks PM’s backing to host 2028 Anti-Corruption Conference in Bangladesh

Proposal is part of efforts to project Bangladesh as uncompromising in its fight against graft, Iftekharuzzaman says
7 May 2026, 14:37 PM

Fuel Pass registration to remain suspended from 4-9pm today

Ministry says suspension aimed at improving service reliability
7 May 2026, 14:30 PM

Shapla Chattar crackdown: ICT asks jail authorities to produce Dipu Moni, two journos on May 14

Prosecution says Mozammel Babu, Farzana Rupa portrayed Hefazat rally as 'hate speech'
7 May 2026, 13:49 PM

Waqf administrator meets PM Tarique Rahman

Officials discuss waqf property management and welfare activities
7 May 2026, 12:37 PM

44th BCS non-cadre candidates protest demanding file release

Appointment process of nearly 3,000 recommended candidates remains stalled, they say
7 May 2026, 12:23 PM

Govt procuring vaccines on large scale: minister

Health Minister Sardar Md Sakhawat Husain yesterday said the government is procuring vaccines on a large scale to strengthen the country’s immunisation programme.
7 May 2026, 00:00 AM

Form sexual harassment committees in all madrasas

Manusher Jonno Foundation (MJF) yesterday expressed deep outrage and grave concern over the rising incidents of sexual violence against children in madrasas, demanding immediate formation of sexual harassment committees in the institutions.
7 May 2026, 00:00 AM

Bureaucratic delays hinder investment

LGRD Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir yesterday said Bangladesh’s political situation has improved compared to the past and expressed hope that sustained stability would pave the way for stronger economic growth, increased investment, and job creation.
7 May 2026, 00:00 AM