A ‘covert political force’ emerged as new oppressors: Tarique Rahman

Hopes of ending authoritarian practices after Aug 2024 remain unfulfilled, he says
4 February 2026, 15:41 PM

Rushed media ordinances threaten press freedom: Article 19

Rights group flags lack of transparency, risks to independent regulation
4 February 2026, 15:39 PM

Ctg port grinds to a halt as workers strike over NCT lease

No container transportation between port and 19 private ICDs since yesterday
4 February 2026, 15:07 PM

Teenage boy killed in clash over control of char area in Narsingdi

Investigations ongoing to identify those involved, police say
4 February 2026, 13:10 PM

EC cancels Sherpur-3 election after Jamaat candidate’s death

Commissioner says fresh polling in the constituency may be held after February 12
4 February 2026, 12:38 PM

Anu Muhammad accuses interim government of acting against national interest over DP World deal

Economist says proposed NCT concession lacks authority, transparency and threatens economic sovereignty
4 February 2026, 11:51 AM

Jamaat says Golam Porwar’s X account hit by ‘serious cyberattack’

Party alleges conspiracy as unauthorised post made from secretary general’s account
4 February 2026, 10:37 AM

Dhaka’s Azimpur Graveyard stays awake through the night on Shab-e-Barat

From prayers for the dead to alms for the destitute, the holy night draws massive crowds
4 February 2026, 00:59 AM

Local innovators recognised at BLUE Business Idea Competition

Final ceremony highlights practical solutions for water and waste management
3 February 2026, 23:24 PM

Four academicians named emeritus professors at Dhaka University

DU syndicate approval follows recommendation from Academic Council
3 February 2026, 23:20 PM
3 February 2026, 23:08 PM

38 BNP, Jubo Dal men expelled

Action taken over violating party discipline and engaging in activities against organisation
3 February 2026, 22:47 PM

Madrasa teacher arrested over attempted rape of 5-year-old in Noakhali

Police confirm confession; case filed under Women and Children Repression Prevention Act
3 February 2026, 22:46 PM
3 February 2026, 21:58 PM

BGB DG urges professionalism to ensure fear-free polls

Instructs members to remain vigilant before, during and after 13th national election
3 February 2026, 21:29 PM

Education system prioritised numbers over learning, draft report finds

Weak outcomes in literacy, maths despite enrolment gains
3 February 2026, 20:10 PM

Humaira Sultana named first female CEO and MD of Biman

The order also cancelled the contractual appointment of Dr Md Shafiqur Rahman who was arrested yesterday over the alleged abuse of an 11-year-old domestic worker
3 February 2026, 20:03 PM

Holding on to halua and ruti in Old Dhaka

Traders, residents reflect on changing Shab-e-Barat traditions
3 February 2026, 19:53 PM

‘First a trafficking victim, then a survivor, then a caregiver’

Workshop explores professionalising lived experience in aftercare services
3 February 2026, 19:07 PM

Idols vandalised in Faridpur temple

Temple attacked on the same day last year
3 February 2026, 18:40 PM