Supreme Court loses 17 judges since July uprising

14 judges resign amid pressure, probe; 3 dismissed upon judicial council recommendation
14 April 2026, 21:47 PM

Thousands gather to celebrate century-old Charak festival in Lalmonirhat

Festival marks Chaitra Sankranti with rituals, fair and communal harmony
14 April 2026, 20:18 PM

Centuries-old Charak Puja continues to draw crowds to Chhaychiri Dighi

Devotees, visitors gather as centuries-old rituals and folk fair continue unchanged
14 April 2026, 19:42 PM

Barishal celebrates Pahela Baishakh with colour and culture

Prabhat Feri, Mangal Shobhajatra and 3-day fair draw crowds as city ushers 1433
14 April 2026, 19:06 PM

Colorful Baishakhi procession marks Bangla New Year at Khulna University

Traditional music, masks and motifs highlight day-long celebrations usher in 1433
14 April 2026, 18:12 PM

Clay and memory: Potters of Ctg village return only for Baishakh

Once a thriving pottery hub, Fatikchhari's Kulalpara now revives its craft briefly for Bengla new year
14 April 2026, 15:56 PM

Jamaat will not interfere in others’ beliefs, says Jamaat MP at Pahela Baishakh event

Party backs cultural practices within Islamic principles, joins New Year procession in Dhaka
14 April 2026, 15:37 PM

Metro rail services halted for 15 minutes after balloon gets stuck on power line

A response team later removed the balloon, and train operations resumed at 1:04pm
14 April 2026, 14:06 PM

Tk 150 crore spent on law commission, but output minimal: Law minister

Asaduzzaman cites low adoption of reform proposals, raises integrity concerns over retired judges’ appointments
14 April 2026, 13:05 PM

Halkhata loses ground in Old Dhaka as digital transactions take over

Traditional Pahela Baishakh accounting practice fades as traders shift to mobile payments and online records
14 April 2026, 13:05 PM

Chitto Jetha Bhoyshunyo: A fearless new dawn

From the bustling capital to the coastal heartlands, the nation celebrates Pahela Baishakh with vibrant festivities and a colourful atmosphere
14 April 2026, 12:50 PM

Pahela Baishakh: How Bangla new year shaped Bangalee identity and culture over centuries

From agrarian wisdom to nationalist awakening, the Bangla calendar continues to unite diverse communities
14 April 2026, 11:00 AM

Baishakhi Shobhajatra turns vibrant this year

Large turnout marks revival of traditional procession as participation rebounds to pre-pandemic levels
14 April 2026, 10:45 AM

Chhayanaut calls for fear-free society at Pahela Baishakh celebration

Highlights rising intolerance, attacks on cultural spaces at Ramna Batamul programme
14 April 2026, 09:06 AM

Private ambulances dominate KMCH

Critically ill patients at Khulna Medical College Hospital (KMCH) are facing delays in emergency transfers, with patients and staff alleging that private ambulance operators dominate the premises, limiting access to government services and charging higher fares.
14 April 2026, 03:31 AM

Khalilur’s India visit: A positive start to build on

Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman’s first visit to India after the BNP government assumed office has been described as a positive beginning, though the future of high‑stakes bilateral relations will hinge on how both countries address longstanding and emerging challenges.
14 April 2026, 03:23 AM

‘Fascism’s shadow’ returning to JS: Says Jamaat ameer

Opposition leader and Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami Shafiqur Rahman has said that the “shadow of fascism” is once again visible in the Jatiya Sangsad.
14 April 2026, 03:21 AM

Pahela Baishakh: A festival of hope and new beginnings PM greets nation; security tightened

The country celebrates Pahela Baishakh today with colourful processions and cultural programmes, ushering in Bangla New Year 1433 amid tight security.
14 April 2026, 03:18 AM

New law risks rehabilitating looters: TIB

Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) yesterday said the newly passed Bank Resolution Act, 2026, could open the door to corruption and rehabilitate individuals responsible for looting the banking sector.
14 April 2026, 03:13 AM

Pir Killing: Brother files case against 4 people

A case has been filed over the killing of Abdur Rahman, alias Shamim al-Jahangir, a pir based in Kushtia’s Daulatpur upazila.
14 April 2026, 03:12 AM