Bangladesh
Govt to import 200,000 tonnes of urea amid Middle East war
The development comes after the temporary closure of five of the country’s six urea fertiliser factories two weeks ago, amid fears of gas supply disruptions linked to the war
17 March 2026, 21:57 PM
War further clouds private credit demand
In January, banks’ credit to the private sector grew by 6.03 percent, the lowest in at least five years
15 March 2026, 21:18 PM
Batters need to take more responsibility, says Miraz after heavy defeat
Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz rued the lack of runs from the top-order after his side suffered a comprehensive 128-run defeat in DLS method in the second ODI of the three-match series against Pakistan at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur on Friday.
14 March 2026, 00:19 AM
Sadaqat's all-round brilliance helps Pakistan level series with big win
Maaz Sadaqat produced a superb all-round performance to help Pakistan bounce back strongly in the three-match ODI series against Bangladesh, securing a 128-run victory via the DLS method in the second match at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur on Friday.
13 March 2026, 23:16 PM
Bangladesh to bowl against Pakistan in first ODI
Bangladesh skipper Mehidy Hasan Miraz won the toss and elected to bowl first against Pakistan in the opening match of the three-match ODI series at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur on Wednesday.
11 March 2026, 14:08 PM
Three debutants for Pakistan in ODI opener, says Shaheen
Pakistan captain Shaheen Shah Afridi revealed on Tuesday that his side is likely to field three debutants in the opening one-day international against Bangladesh, with all three set to bat in the top order.
10 March 2026, 16:30 PM
BGMEA seeks clarity from US on duty-free access mechanism under trade deal
US ambassador responded that USTR was currently working on the matter
8 March 2026, 21:02 PM
Six fuel vessels arrive in Ctg, easing energy supply fears
Five more vessels, carrying LNG, LPG and diesel, are en route to Bangladesh
8 March 2026, 16:11 PM
Hamza's quick return allays Bangladesh's worries
Bangladesh midfielder Hamza Choudhury made an earlier-than-expected return from injury as he featured for Leicester City in their EFL Championship clash against Ipswich Town on Saturday.
8 March 2026, 00:27 AM
Bangladesh team in Perth, 'focused for next game'
Bangladesh’s campaign in the AFC Women's Asian Cup continued with a quick turnaround as the team travelled from Sydney to Perth on Saturday following their match against North Korea the previous day.
7 March 2026, 18:33 PM
Bijoy asks for respect from BCB
Anamul Haque Bijoy on Tuesday demanded clarity from the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), saying he wants his “respect back” after being left out of the final list of local players in last year’s Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) auction following an investigation report.
3 March 2026, 17:28 PM
No Rupna in goal as Bangladesh take on champions China
Bangladesh coach Peter Butler sprang a surprise by naming Mile Akter in goal ahead of long-serving No. 1 Rupna Chakma for their opening match of the AFC Women's Asian Cup against defending champions China in Sydney on Tuesday.
3 March 2026, 13:36 PM
Players instructed to maintain tactical discipline to avoid disaster
Bangladesh women’s football team are placing strong emphasis on tactical discipline in a bid to minimise mistakes and avoid heavy defeats in the group stage of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup, which got underway on Sunday with hosts Australia defeating the Philippines 1-0.
1 March 2026, 19:28 PM
Asia’s finest gather as Bangladesh prepare for historic debut
What started with a modest South Asian Games fixture against Nepal in 2010 has grown into one of the proudest journeys in Bangladesh sport, with the Bangladesh Women's football team now preparing for their maiden appearance at the AFC Women's Asian Cup in Australia – a historic milestone for the country’s women’s football programme.
28 February 2026, 08:00 AM
One city, different nights
Inequality is not hidden; it is right in front of us, every night.
27 February 2026, 17:00 PM
Japan invites PM Tarique Rahman for official visit
Dhaka and Tokyo explore defence, metro rail, and workforce cooperation
25 February 2026, 12:45 PM
Chinese ambassador invites PM Tarique Rahman to visit Beijing
Envoy conveys greetings from Chinese president, reaffirms commitment to deepen Dhaka-Beijing ties
23 February 2026, 21:59 PM
US Assistant Secretary Paul Kapur to visit Bangladesh in March
Issue was discussed during meeting between US ambassador and foreign minister
23 February 2026, 19:54 PM
Butler's charges 'feeling the heat' in Sydney
Bangladesh’s women continued their preparations in Sydney for the upcoming AFC Women's Asian Cup, completing their second day of training at Valentine Sports Park on Sunday as they work to adapt to the warm Australian conditions.
22 February 2026, 19:30 PM
Women's 'A' team suffer defeat to India in Rising Stars final
Bangladesh finished runners-up for the second successive edition of the Rising Stars Asia Cup Women’s tournament after suffering a 46-run defeat to India in the final at the Terdthai Cricket Ground in Bangkok on Sunday.
22 February 2026, 16:33 PM