Bangladesh
Pakistan-Bangladesh Karachi Test to be held without spectators
In a decision reminiscent of the COVID-19 days, the Pakistan Cricket Board has decided to host the second Test against Bangladesh at the National Stadium here behind closed doors.
14 August 2024, 09:29 AM
Bangladesh 'A' fold for 122 against Pakistan Shaheens
Bangladesh A team demonstrated a disappointing batting display against their Pakistani counterparts on the opening day of the two-match four-day series opener as they were dismissed for just 122 runs in their first innings on Tuesday.
13 August 2024, 14:17 PM
Bangladeshi films secure top honours at Haryana Int'l Film Festival
The Haryana International Film Festival 2024 kicked off in the Indian state of Haryana, showcasing cinematic talent from around the world. Notably, two films from the country were featured in the lineup, and both were honoured with awards.
13 August 2024, 05:39 AM
Bijoy expects ‘highly competitive’ four-day opener
Bangladesh A skipper Anamul Haque Bijoy on Monday expressed his optimism about having a competitive four-day opening match against their Pakistani counterparts as he felt that both sides have some highly experienced cricketers.
12 August 2024, 19:00 PM
Crisis looms over local film industry
The nation faced widespread disruption and violence during the anti-discrimination student movement, which also took a toll on the film industry. Although the situation began to stabilise after the interim government assumed control, filmmakers are hesitant to release their movies. As a result, release dates are being postponed repeatedly, with no clear indication of when new films will hit the screens.
12 August 2024, 07:04 AM
Celebrating SM Sultan's birth anniversary: The timeless legacy of a pioneering art icon
With every brushstroke, SM Sultan brought the rural landscape and the essence of nature to life, capturing their beauty with unparalleled vividness.
10 August 2024, 09:36 AM
Nachiketa anticipates his visit to Bangladesh
Nachiketa is gearing up for his upcoming visit to the newly transformed Bangladesh.
10 August 2024, 06:14 AM
PCB announces Test squad for Bangladesh series
Shan Masood will lead the 17-member squad, with Saud Shakeel, a left-handed middle-order batter, appointed as vice-captain.
7 August 2024, 05:50 AM
Imranur, Sonia cap off Bangladesh’s sorry campaign
Bangladesh's 11th campaign in the Summer Olympic Games finished yesterday as disappointingly, if not more, as the country's previous 10 campaigns.
3 August 2024, 20:00 PM
Sorry Sonia wraps up Bangladesh's shambolic Olympics campaign
Bangladeshi swimmer Sonia Khatun finished 64th among 79 competitors in the heats of the 50m freestyle event of the Olympic Games at the Paris La Defense Arena today.
3 August 2024, 10:27 AM
Mushtaq Ahmed to be available for Pakistan series
Mushtaq, who oversaw Bangladesh’s spin bowling unit during the T20 World Cup in USA and the Caribbean, has since taken up a coaching job with the England U-19 team.
31 July 2024, 09:36 AM
Mamata Banerjee resolves Tollywood dispute
In West Bengal, India, a dispute had been brewing within the entertainment industry, involving directors, actors, and technicians. The tensions between these groups have sparked ongoing debates and led to a pause in production activities for some.
31 July 2024, 04:57 AM
Lack of options sees Soumya cross over to red-ball zone
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) yesterday named a host of players for 'A' team's tour of Pakistan to play Pakistan A in two four-day matches and three one-day matches. Two separate squads were announced for the two four-day matches and another squad for the one-day matches on August 23, 25 and 27 respectively.
31 July 2024, 02:00 AM
Films expected to be released this August
In light of the ongoing political unrest, which has persisted for two weeks, most cinemas nationwide have shut down. Six films were scheduled for release next month, from August 2 to 23. However, after conducting some research, Sudeep Kumar Deep provided an update on which of these films will be released as per their schedule.
30 July 2024, 07:09 AM
Butler blames defence after labouring win
Coach Peter Butler blamed his defence after Bangladesh women's team laboured to a 4-2 win against Bhutan in the second match of the two FIFA friendly matches at the Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu on Saturday.
27 July 2024, 15:03 PM
Nachiketa's Dhaka concert date postponed
Nachiketa Chakraborty's eagerly awaited performance at the Krishibid Institute in the capital, initially set for Friday (July 26), has been postponed to a later date by the event organising body, Ajob Karkhana. They have recently unveiled the new official date to the media.
27 July 2024, 05:42 AM
Sagorika wants to build on impressive debut
Bangladesh women's football's latest sensation Mosammat Sagorika said she would like to build on her debut hattrick as the women in red and green take on Bhutan in the second of their two FIFA international friendlies in Thimphu today.
27 July 2024, 04:48 AM
Tigresses suffer crushing defeat to India in semis
Bangladesh national women’s team displayed a frustrating performance both with the bat and ball to suffer a 10-wicket defeat to India in the first semifinal of the Women’s T20 Asia Cup at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on Friday.
26 July 2024, 11:10 AM
Nachiketa on visiting Bangladesh amid curfew
Bangladesh recently witnessed a significant level of unrest due to the consequences of violent clashes which followed the quota reform movement. Over the past week, violence erupted across the country, especially turning the capital city into a battlefield. However, the situation is now being strictly monitored with the enforcement of curfews.
25 July 2024, 08:18 AM
Sagorika hattrick saves Bangladesh’s blushes
Young forward Mosammat Sagorika came off the bench and scored a hattrick as Bangladesh women’s football team came back from a goal down to beat Bhutan 5-1 in the first of two FIFA friendly matches in Thimphu on Wednesday night.
24 July 2024, 15:17 PM