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Criticizing Jamaat-e-Islami over the attack on Shah Ali Shrine in the capital, poet and thinker Farhad Mazhar said, “Now it is becoming clear that you are the ones committing the misdeeds, yet the responsibility is being placed on the shrine.”
As one of the three host countries in the 2026 World Cup, they are entering the field with the dream of making new history. This is their 18th World Cup participation, where they are always a contender in the fight to at least get through the group stage. However, the main goal this time is to break the “Quinto Partido” curse of stopping in the second round.
South Korea is once again entering the World Cup stage as one of the strongest representatives from Asia. The team has maintained its position in world football by relying on consistent performance, disciplined tactics and physical fitness. Their goal this time is not only to participate, but also to advance beyond the knockout stage.
In the month of Jyeshtha, nature adopts a severe demeanor. The sun unleashes its fiery rays upon the sky, causing the air to become oppressive and scorching. As Rabindranath Tagore eloquently stated, "Jyeshther khorroddroi Jyeshther oshrushunno rodon"—during this period, nature appears to emit a silent yet fervent heat. Consequently, the phrase "struggle of life in the heat of Jyeshtha" transcends mere seasonal description; it vividly illustrates the daily survival challenges faced by the common populace of Bangladesh.
A total of 459 children have died from measles and measles-like symptoms in the country from March 15 to May 17, according to the official data. Of these, 75 children have died after being diagnosed with measles and 384 children have died due to measles symptoms. Of the children, 82 percent are children under the age of five.
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Iran have omitted veteran striker Sardar Azmoun from their preliminary squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Cristiano Ronaldo suffered another major setback in Saudi Arabia as Al Nassr fell short in the AFC Champions League Two final, losing 1–0 to Japan’s Gamba Osaka on Saturday (May 16).
Antoine Semenyo produced a moment of individual brilliance to hand Manchester City the FA Cup on Saturday, a 1-0 victory over Chelsea completing an English cup double for Pep Guardiola's side.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board has finally announced the schedule for its board of directors' election. According to the schedule released on Saturday, May 16, the election will be held on June 7.
After collapsing to 116 for 6, Bangladesh recovered to post a respectable 278 in their first innings against Pakistan, thanks to a brilliant century from Liton Das on the first day of the Sylhet Test on Saturday, May 16.
Liton Das played a magnificent innings amidst a batting collapse, holding one end together as wickets fell around him to score his sixth Test century.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly preparing to resign as Labour Party leader and step down from his position as Prime Minister amid mounting pressure following a catastrophic defeat in local elections and an escalating rebellion within the Labour Party.
India’s southern state of Andhra Pradesh has announced cash incentives for families having a third and fourth child, in a policy shift aimed at addressing declining birth rates.
A major fire broke out on the Thiruvananthapuram–Hazrat Nizamuddin Rajdhani Express in Ratlam district of India’s Madhya Pradesh state on Sunday (May 17).
The funeral prayer (janaza) of former minister and freedom fighter Engineer Mosharraf Hossain was held in Chattogram on Thursday (May 14).
Jatiya Party has declared a total election expenditure of just Tk 5 lakh for the 13th parliamentary elections, according to a financial statement submitted to the Election Commission.
Jatiya Party Chairman GM Quader has congratulated Suvendu Adhikari, the newly elected Chief Minister of West Bengal. The congratulatory message was sent through the Indian High Commission in Dhaka on Monday, May 11, and was also shared on GM Quader's verified Facebook profile.
Krisak Sramik Janata League President Kader Siddique has said that former president Ziaur Rahman was the announcer of Bangladesh’s independence during the Liberation War, but the declaration was made on behalf of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
A total of 459 children have died from measles and measles-like symptoms in the country from March 15 to May 17, according to the official data. Of these, 75 children have died after being diagnosed with measles and 384 children have died due to measles symptoms. Of the children, 82 percent are children under the age of five.
A significant chapter in the political history of West Bengal came to a close on May 4, 2026. The BJP won 207 out of 294 seats, forming the government in the state for the first time. The Trinamool Congress was reduced to just 80 seats.
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.
Speaker of the National Parliament Hafiz Uddin Ahmed has met with French Ambassador to Bangladesh Jean-Marc Chére-Schwalle, with both sides emphasising the need for a free trade agreement between Bangladesh and the European Union.
Brazil has officially expressed support for Bangladesh’s candidacy for the presidency of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), while also proposing the launch of a high-level strategic dialogue mechanism to deepen bilateral cooperation between the two countries.
Good news for fans of the popular comic character Tintin. The sequel to the animated movie 'The Adventures of Tintin' is finally on its way. The ambitious project to bring the comic book character to the screen was originally undertaken by director Steven Spielberg and co-director Peter Jackson. Now, at the ongoing Cannes Film Festival, Peter Jackson has hinted at the release of the second instalment, revealing that the screenplay has already begun.
Cloud-covered skies, the steady rhythm of rain on glass, and a slow, quiet atmosphere often make people prefer staying indoors with a good film. But not every movie fits this mood—some stories naturally blend with the calm, nostalgic, or reflective tone of a cloudy day.
The government has expressed its intention to reopen closed industrial units in Bangladesh with support from China, according to Industries Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir.
