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In addition to AI-equipped cameras, the traffic division of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has taken the initiative to install 1,000 'plug and play' cameras to restore discipline on the capital's roads. Work has already begun on installing these cameras on the 300 Feet Road.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup did more than crown a new world champion—it unveiled a remarkable generation of young footballers capable of dominating the global game for years to come. Alongside established stars, players aged between 17 and 23 delivered outstanding performances, combining pace, technical brilliance, tactical intelligence and composure on football's biggest stage.
Cape Verde's Sidney Lopes Cabral has made history by winning the FIFA World Cup 2026 Goal of the Tournament award. His stunning strike against Argentina was voted the best goal of the tournament by fans.
The resignation of President Mohammad Shahabuddin on July 24 due to health reasons has triggered a significant constitutional process in Bangladesh. Under Article 50(3) of the Constitution, the President submitted his resignation to the Speaker of the Jatiya Sangsad (Parliament). With the resignation taking immediate effect, the office of the President became vacant, and in accordance with Article 54, Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed assumed office as Acting President. He will discharge the responsibilities of the presidency until a new President is elected and sworn in.
The office of the President in Bangladesh has long been surrounded by a paradox. While the President is the country's highest constitutional office-holder, the parliamentary system significantly limits the office's executive authority. It is this intriguing contradiction that K. M. Mohiuddin explores in The President of Bangladesh: Constitution, Convention and Reality.
Argentina's coaching staff have consistently rejected conspiracy theories that emerged on social media following the team's defeat to Spain in the World Cup final.
A Brazilian footballer allegedly broke a referee's facial bone by headbutting him after being shown a red card during an amateur football tournament.
West Indies all-rounder Justin Greaves etched his name into Test cricket history by becoming the first bowler ever to take five wickets in five consecutive maiden overs during the opening Test against Pakistan at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad.
Neymar Junior shook off the disappointment of Brazil's bitter World Cup exit with a return to form in club football. The star forward delivered a strong performance, scoring twice to rescue Santos from defeat against Chapecoense in the Brazilian Série A. However, his return was quickly overshadowed by fresh controversy.
Sylhet region emerged champions in the boys' category, while Rangpur region won the girls' title in the inaugural edition of New Kuri Sports' football event. Both finals, held at the Bangladesh Army Stadium on Monday, produced thrilling contests.
The latest edition of the football World Cup, dubbed 'The Greatest Show on Earth', concluded just a few days ago. From refereeing to various other issues, there has been criticism. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has made harsh and controversial remarks against those criticising the tournament.
Meta has apologised after a Facebook video featuring Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was temporarily removed from the platform, saying the incident was caused by a technical error. A Meta spokesperson confirmed in a statement that the video had been mistakenly taken down and was later restored after the issue was identified and resolved.
A man was killed and two others were injured in a shooting near Mexico's Presidential Palace and the historic Zócalo public square in Mexico City, authorities said. The attack took place on Monday local time.
US President Donald Trump has said that the United States and Iran are engaged in "friendly" talks and that there is a good chance of reaching an agreement to ease tensions between the two countries.
Those who label BNP as a fascist party suffer from a lack of political knowledge and understanding of history, said the party's Secretary General and Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir.
Dhaka Metropolitan Detective Police (DB) have arrested the general secretary of the now-proscribed Awami League's Satkhira district unit and former chairman of the district council, Md Nazrul Islam. He is also a former member of parliament from the Satkhira-1 constituency.
Liberation War Affairs State Minister Ishraque Hossain has defended his decision to salute at the National Martyrs' Memorial, saying he will continue to salute martyred heroes and freedom fighters whenever he feels it is appropriate, amid criticism on social media.
The financial condition of the Jatiya Party (Japa) has taken a significant hit in the post-July 2024 uprising political landscape. According to the audit report submitted to the Election Commission (EC), the party's income declined by nearly 45 percent over the course of one year. However, despite the drop in income, expenditure increased due to the elections.
The resignation of President Mohammad Shahabuddin on July 24 due to health reasons has triggered a significant constitutional process in Bangladesh. Under Article 50(3) of the Constitution, the President submitted his resignation to the Speaker of the Jatiya Sangsad (Parliament). With the resignation taking immediate effect, the office of the President became vacant, and in accordance with Article 54, Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmed assumed office as Acting President. He will discharge the responsibilities of the presidency until a new President is elected and sworn in.
What began as a few seconds of personal expression has evolved into a revealing portrait of a society struggling with intolerance, digital vigilantism and deeply entrenched gender bias.
Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission commenced its operations on January 31, 2002. Its inaugural office was located in the 'Style Nahar' building on Road No. 135, Gulshan-1. The first chairman was Syed Margub Morshed, who previously served as the Establishment Secretary of the Bangladesh Government. At that time, I was employed as a staff reporter for the daily Sangbad. Approximately a month after the BTRC began its functions, I was assigned to visit the new BTRC office. I was tasked with conducting a thorough investigation into this new commission. The then Chief Reporter of the newspaper, Kashem Humayun Bhai, noted down various questions regarding the responsibilities of the commission and its potential impact on telecommunication companies, which were sent along with my assignment.
Umme Marufa has been appointed as the First Secretary (Press) of the Press Wing at the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission in Kolkata, India.
A meeting was held between the foreign ministers of Bangladesh and the Maldives to further strengthen bilateral relations. Discussions covered various areas of cooperation, including migration, tourism, education, health, the blue economy and expanding maritime connectivity .
Indian actress, television presenter and former Bigg Boss Malayalam contestant Pearle Maaney has come under intense criticism over a social media post about the recent student protests in India, triggering a sharp decline in her online following across Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. According to the latest figures, Maaney has lost more than 300,000 Instagram followers within just two days of the controversy.
Heart disease does not always begin with chest pain or sudden breathlessness. Health experts warn that some of the biggest threats to heart health develop quietly over the years, driven by seemingly harmless daily habits.
Hossain Sadat (FCS) has been appointed as a new commissioner of the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (BSEC), the capital market regulator. He has been given the responsibility for the next four years.
