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At least 316 people, including 308 civilians and eight members of security forces, were killed in attacks by armed groups in the Chittagong Hill Tracts over the past five years, home minister Salahuddin Ahmed told Jatiya Sangsad on Wednesday.
Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) have arrested 466 people in special operations across the capital over the past 24 hours and filed 64 cases over various offences. Police also recovered a large quantity of explosives, drugs, vehicles and mobile phones during the drives.
At least 22 vehicles were set on fire and crude bombs, locally known as cocktails, exploded at 28 locations across Bangladesh in a 24-hour period from Monday morning to Tuesday morning, amid a spate of arson attacks, explosions and violent protests in several parts of the country.
As the planet continues to warm under the growing impact of climate change, world leaders and representatives have gathered once again for an international climate summit. The familiar goals remain unchanged: reducing carbon emissions, supporting countries hardest hit by climate disasters and securing a liveable planet for future generations.
Qiaojia County is about 280 kilometres from Kunming. The journey takes travellers through more than a dozen tunnels along winding mountain roads. The Jinsha River runs alongside much of the route, its long, meandering course cutting through the rugged landscape. Impressive buildings dot its banks, some so modern that it is difficult to tell at first glance whether they belong to a town or a village.
Lionel Messi has been awarded the 2026 MLS Golden Boot, becoming the first player in league history to win the award in consecutive seasons.
Bangladesh ended the second Test against West Indies in a draw after bad light stopped play on the final day in Sylhet on Monday. The visitors claimed the two-match series 1-0 following their eight-wicket victory in Mirpur.
Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) have announced a 16-member Test squad for the upcoming tour of South Africa, combining experienced campaigners with young prospects. Najmul Hossain Shanto will lead the side, with Mehidy Hasan Miraz named as his deputy.
Bangladesh need 369 runs to win the second Test against West Indies in Sylhet after the visitors declared their second innings on 398 for six on the final day on Monday.
A scintillating century from Kavem Hodge put West Indies in a commanding position in the second and final Test against Bangladesh at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, leaving the visitors firmly on course for a series sweep.
West Indies reached 128-2 in their second innings at lunch on Day 4 of the second and final cricket Test against Bangladesh today, extending their overall lead to 98 runs at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium.
World leaders are set to begin formal discussions Wednesday at the United Nations climate change conference in Turkey, seeking concrete measures to tackle global warming amid growing concerns that efforts to address the crisis remain inadequate and too slow.
Spokesperson of India’s Ministry of External Affairs Randhir Jaiswal has described the application for a new passport and national identity card (NID) by ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina as part of her preparation to return to Bangladesh and the issue of her extradition as technical and legal matters. At the same time New Delhi has advised contacting the Bangladesh High Commission in this regard.
Multiple explosions were heard in the Saudi capital on Tuesday, as the military coalition fighting Yemen's Houthis said it had intercepted a ballistic missile launched by the Iran-backed group towards Riyadh.
Samantha Sharmin, joint convener of the National Citizen Party (NCP), has resigned from the party less than two weeks after responsibilities were redistributed within its central committee.
Major (Retd) Akhtaruzzaman, a Jamaat-e-Islami leader and former lawmaker, was released from prison on bail in a case filed over allegations of obstructing official duties at an airport and behaving improperly with an official.
British journalist David Bergman has criticised the National Citizen Party (NCP) for its position after the party criticised several media outlets for publishing news on the 80th birthday of former culture minister Asaduzzaman Noor. He alleged that the NCP is treating allegations of criminal offences as established truth without sufficient evidence.
Prime Minister’s Political Assistant Rashed Khan on Monday demanded the arrest of Leader of the Opposition and Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr Shafiqur Rahman, accusing him of instigating the arson attack on a police vehicle in Mirpur amid the garment workers’ demonstrations over wages.
Qiaojia County is about 280 kilometres from Kunming. The journey takes travellers through more than a dozen tunnels along winding mountain roads. The Jinsha River runs alongside much of the route, its long, meandering course cutting through the rugged landscape. Impressive buildings dot its banks, some so modern that it is difficult to tell at first glance whether they belong to a town or a village.
A military-linked copper mine faces questions over an alleged Rs34.3 billion royalty shortfall, while mining expansion in Balochistan raises concerns over land rights, enforced disappearances and the treatment of local communities.
Chongqing is a mountainous city in south-western China, where the Yangtze and Jialing rivers meet. At first glance, its mist-shrouded skyline, towering buildings, elevated roads carved through hills and metro trains running through the middle of buildings make it seem as though the entire city is looking towards the future. Yet, on the banks of the Jialing River, a small village in Yuzhong district called Hongyan reminds visitors that the foundations of this dazzling present were laid upon a past marked by fire, blood and extraordinary patience.
Foreign nationals who travel to the United States on visitor visas and receive publicly funded medical care or other public benefits could become ineligible for future entry into the country, the US Embassy in Dhaka has warned.
Iran’s Ambassador to Bangladesh Jalil Rahimi Jahanabadi has said Dhaka will have to coordinate with Tehran to ensure the safe passage of Bangladeshi ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
Nitesh Tiwari's epic film Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash, has crossed Rs 663 crore in worldwide gross collections within five days of its release, recording a strong performance at the box office.
Houseplants can bring a refreshing touch of greenery indoors, particularly during the colder months. Choosing flowering varieties adds vibrant colours to your living space, offering a reminder of the beauty of a summer garden even when outdoor blooms are scarce.
Bangladesh's readymade garment (RMG) exports to non-traditional and emerging markets have recorded a 9.30 percent growth in the first four months (July-October) of the current fiscal year 2026-27, reflecting the country's growing efforts to diversify its export destinations.
