Cox's Bazar
5 Chinese nationals, 1 Taiwanese arrested over online fraud allegations in Cox’s Bazar
Police say 1,938 iPhones were seized as investigators probe an alleged cyber fraud network involving up to 300 Chinese and Taiwanese nationals
4 September 2026
Two fishermen drown, two missing as trawler capsizes off Cox’s Bazar
Vessel sinks after coming under storm early today while returning from fishing trip
3 September 2026
HC halts road construction on Cox’s Bazar beach dunes
Court imposed an eight-week bar following allegations that the construction violates earlier directive to preserve beach’s natural features
2 September 2026
One stabbed dead, another beaten to death in Cox’s Bazar bar altercation
Police say the two groups had previous enmity
28 August 2026
Body of New Zealand teen recovered after houseboat sank off Cox’s Bazar
Albert, 16, was found near Samiti Para more than 24 hours after the family’s vessel broke apart in rough seas off Nazirartek
26 August 2026
4 killed in bus-Laguna crash in Cox’s Bazar
At least 5 others seriously injured in head-on collision on the Chattogram-Cox’s Bazar highway
13 August 2026
Budget-friendly getaways your parents will love
Plan perfect vacation getaways for parents seeking restful travel experiences. Top relaxing destinations include serene Cox’s Bazar beaches, tranquil Bandarban hills, historic Kathmandu in Nepal, soothing Chiang Mai in Thailand, and cultural iconic Turkish landmarks.
13 August 2026
Tourist dies after falling into sea while parasailing in Cox's Bazar
The man from Khulna was rescued and taken to hospital, where doctors declared him dead
1 August 2026
Forest team attacked while clearing illegal plantations in Cox’s Bazar
Three officials suffered serious head injuries
27 July 2026
Myanmar soldier, 2 police officers arrested after crossing into Bangladesh
They allegedly escaped Arakan Army captivity before swimming across the Naf River into Teknaf
21 July 2026
Rohingya deaths in landslides call for a reckoning with systemic failures
This year’s monsoon season has already turned deadly.
11 July 2026
Danger looms over the fragile hills of Chattogram
Thousands of families are living under the threat of landslides on the port city’s vulnerable hills as continuous rain raises fears of another monsoon tragedy.
7 July 2026
Landslides kill 9, including 8 in Rohingya camps, as heavy rain batters Cox's Bazar
Eight people died in different Rohingya camps in Ukhiya Upazila, while another died after a hillside collapsed onto his home in Cox's Bazar municipality
6 July 2026
Thirst in the land of water
It is a coastline defined by water, an endless horizon where the sea meets the sky and waves roll as far as the eye can see.
16 May 2026
5 Eid getaways in Bangladesh to reconnect with nature
Escape urban chaos this Eid holiday by exploring Bangladesh's natural wonders. From Cox’s Bazar beaches to Sreemangal tea gardens and Bandarban hills, these serene destinations offer soulful rejuvenation through breathtaking landscapes and peaceful rural charm.
14 March 2026
Gunshots injure 5, including children and Rohingyas, during BNP campaign in Teknaf
Police say local man allegedly opened fire while intoxicated
6 February 2026
5 honeymoon destinations that beat Cox’s Bazar
Escape traditional crowds by exploring romantic honeymoon destinations in Bangladesh like Kuakata, Sreemangal, and Sajek Valley. Discover serene tea gardens, misty hill tracts, and Saint Martin’s Island for an intimate, peaceful, and adventurous winter getaway.
18 December 2025
Why you should explore Bangladesh in your 20s
Embrace youthful adventure by exploring Bangladesh in your twenties, where budget-friendly gems like Cox’s Bazar and the Sundarbans await. Discover invaluable life lessons through local encounters, building lasting memories while navigating this beautiful, vibrant nation.
15 December 2025
Sea breeze, moon-boats and silent shores — Teknaf in November
November reveals Marine Drive’s best beauty, with serene Teknaf beaches, colourful moon boats, live fishing, emerald hills, and golden paddy fields. A quiet scooter ride along Cox’s Bazar offers a unique, crowd-free coastal travel experience.
27 November 2025
Farooki undergoes successful appendix surgery
Cultural adviser and filmmaker Mostofa Sarwar Farooki fell ill on Saturday evening while attending an official programme in Cox’s Bazar.
17 August 2025