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In Jiyanagar Upazila, three teachers of a Hefz Madrasa have been accused of tying up an 11-year-old student by his hands and feet and beating him with a cane. Though the matter was resolved through local arbitration, the victim's family has expressed anger as no punitive action was taken against the accused.
Sebastián Beccacece has stepped down as head coach of Ecuador right after his team’s 2-0 defeat to Mexico in the round of 32, which ended their World Cup campaign. In his farewell message, he stated that although he wished to continue working with the team, he decided to step down because he could not fulfil the promise he had made.
Mexico was swept up in joy after securing a place in the World Cup round of 16. However, the night of celebration turned into a night of grief. The death toll from the incident during World Cup celebrations in Mexico City has risen to three. According to Reuters, the city’s health department confirmed the information early Wednesday morning.
The knockout stage of the World Cup is the most ruthless yet thrilling chapter of football. One moment of error can end four years of dreams, while one perfect pass or brilliant goal can write history. Tonight brings three different stories. One features a former world champion fighting to protect their status, another has the hosts facing extra pressure of expectations, and the third pits two equally strong teams against each other in a test of tactics and courage.
Today marks a decade since the terrorist attack and murder at the Holy Artisan Bakery in Gulshan, the capital. The horrific attack on July 1, 2016, in which 22 people were killed, created a huge stir in the country and abroad. After passing through the stages of the trial court and the High Court, the case is now at the doorstep of the Appellate Division. The leave to appeal filed by the six surviving convicts against the life imprisonment sentence given by the High Court is still awaiting hearing, so the case has not been finally disposed of.
“ব্রাজিল নিতে ২০২৬ চ্যাম্পিয়ন হলেও হতে পারে ”
Zimbabwe created history by defeating Bangladesh by an innings and 85 runs in the one-off Test, completing the match in three days. This is the first time in Test cricket that Zimbabwe have won two consecutive matches by an innings.
A glorious chapter in German football has come to an end. Legendary goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has announced his retirement from international football, bringing his long and illustrious career with the national team to a close following Germany's exit from the 2026 World Cup.
Left-arm spinner Taijul Islam equalled Shakib Al Hasan's Bangladesh record for the most five-wicket hauls in Test cricket, but his milestone came on a difficult day as Zimbabwe seized control of the Harare Test.
Brazilian football star Neymar has donated $250,000 to support emergency rescue and humanitarian aid operations in Venezuela following a devastating earthquake. The news was reported by the Venezuelan media outlet El Sumario.
Former national captain and the current President of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), Tamim Iqbal, has been awarded Honorary Life Membership by the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC). He receives this prestigious recognition for his prolonged contributions to international cricket alongside four other renowned global cricketers this year.
Following their first-ever international victory against India, Ireland completed a historic series whitewash with a thrilling one-run win in the second and final T20I in Belfast. Defending a target of 154 runs, the hosts restricted India to 153 for 9 in their designated 20 overs, securing a memorable 2-0 series triumph.
At least seven people were killed and 22 others injured after a sleeper bus caught fire following a head-on collision with a trailer truck on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in India's western state of Rajasthan.
Fourteen children died after the roof of a tutoring centre collapsed in Pakistan's eastern city of Lahore on Tuesday (June 30).
A three-year-old child has been pulled alive from the rubble in Venezuela six days after two powerful earthquakes devastated the country's coastal region.
Nazrul Islam Khan, a member of the BNP Standing Committee and adviser to the Prime Minister, has been admitted to a hospital in Dhaka after falling ill.
Leaders and activists of the Jatiya Samajtantrik Dal (JSD) brought out a protest march in the capital on Tuesday, condemning the 10-year prison sentence handed to party president Hasanul Haq Inu and demanding that the verdict be overturned.
Mirza Abbas, a member of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) standing committee and advisor to the Prime Minister, who is undergoing treatment in Malaysia, is gradually recovering. BNP media cell member Shairul Kabir Khan confirmed the matter on Monday.
Awami League President and former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, currently residing in India, has said she will return to Bangladesh this year despite all obstacles and adversities. She stated that her return is not a matter of personal ambition but is tied to the re-establishment of democracy, rule of law and people's political rights.
Today marks a decade since the terrorist attack and murder at the Holy Artisan Bakery in Gulshan, the capital. The horrific attack on July 1, 2016, in which 22 people were killed, created a huge stir in the country and abroad. After passing through the stages of the trial court and the High Court, the case is now at the doorstep of the Appellate Division. The leave to appeal filed by the six surviving convicts against the life imprisonment sentence given by the High Court is still awaiting hearing, so the case has not been finally disposed of.
The tragic death of seven-year-old Fatima Akhter in a pond near the Hazrat Khan Jahan Ali (R.) Shrine in Bagerhat cannot simply be dismissed as an accident, especially given the numerous warning signs that preceded this incident. There have also been previous occurrences of fatalities.
As the world grapples with an ongoing energy crisis, the need for renewable energy has never been more urgent. The price of fossil fuels continues to rise globally, and the impacts of climate change are being felt by communities around the world. Bangladesh, with its increasing population and growing energy demands, faces the dual challenge of improving access to energy while also addressing environmental concerns.
US Embassy in Dhaka on Tuesday announced the launch of "America Week 2026", a seven-day, multi-city celebration in Dhaka, Chittagong, Sylhet, and Rajshahi honoring the 250th anniversary of American independence as part of President Donald Trump’s Freedom 250 initiative.
India has resumed tourist visa services for Bangladeshi nationals, ending a suspension that had been in place since August 5, 2024, when the facility was halted on security grounds following the political changeover in Bangladesh.
The new teaser for the much-awaited film ‘Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups’ starring Kannada superstar Yash has sparked widespread discussion on social media. The teaser titled ‘Ladies and Ladies’ has generated excitement among viewers while also triggering controversy over one of its dialogues.
The arrival of the monsoon marks a challenging time for regular leather shoe wearers. Rainwater, mud, and high humidity in the air can easily ruin a favorite pair of leather shoes. Once thoroughly drenched, leather tends to stiffen, crack, develop a foul odor, or even grow fungus. However, by adopting a few simple habits, you can keep your leather shoes durable and pristine even during the rainy season.
Bangladesh Bank (BB) has issued a new directive to bring more discipline to digital transactions between banks. The minimum Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) or service fee for merchant payments through Bangla QR Code under the National Payment Switch Bangladesh (NPSB) platform has been set at 1 percent (including VAT).
