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The Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) and equivalent examinations for 2026 will begin on Thursday (July 2), with more than 12.70 lakh students set to sit for the nationwide public examinations.
Erling Haaland has admitted Norway face an uphill battle against Brazil in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16, describing the five-time champions as overwhelming favourites and conceding his side has only a slim chance of progressing.
Kylian Mbappe says lifting the FIFA World Cup trophy matters far more than overtaking Lionel Messi in the tournament's all-time scoring charts, insisting France's focus remains firmly on winning the title.
Kylian Mbappe has pulled level with Lionel Messi at the top of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot race following a spectacular performance in the Round of 32. The French forward scored twice today to spearhead France’s dominant 3-0 victory over Sweden at the New York-New Jersey Stadium, safely securing his side's place in the next round.
Bangladesh's microfinance regulator, the Microcredit Regulatory Authority (MRA), has been accused of biased behavior. Those concerned claim that after the change of regime on August 5, 2024, the regulatory authorities made appointments to the top positions in the organization breaching the law. Moreover, the conditions those are being imposed in the new policy, will effectively shut down small NGOs and pave the way for the establishment of a monopoly by large institutions. Although, the policy later was decided to be suspended due to the efforts of various stakeholders, no notification has been issued in this regard so far.
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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.
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.
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and the Communist Party of China (CPC) have formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking a new chapter in political and institutional engagement between the two parties.
Bangladesh's microfinance regulator, the Microcredit Regulatory Authority (MRA), has been accused of biased behavior. Those concerned claim that after the change of regime on August 5, 2024, the regulatory authorities made appointments to the top positions in the organization breaching the law. Moreover, the conditions those are being imposed in the new policy, will effectively shut down small NGOs and pave the way for the establishment of a monopoly by large institutions. Although, the policy later was decided to be suspended due to the efforts of various stakeholders, no notification has been issued in this regard so far.
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 Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' has become the highest-grossing biographical film of all time, overtaking Christopher Nolan's 'Oppenheimer' with a worldwide box office haul of $977 million (£739 million).
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.
All scheduled banks in the country will suspend all types of customer transactions, on account of the Bank Holiday on Wednesday (July 1). Trading at the country’s two stock exchanges will also remain closed. However, the Bangladesh Bank, head offices of various banks, and a few key branches will remain open on a limited scale.
