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Authorities in Sunamganj’s Dirai have imposed Section 144 in several key areas following heightened tensions between two rival factions of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) over competing party rallies.
Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) arrested 485 people in a 24-hour special operation across the capital as part of an intensified drive to curb crime.
Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) have arrested 414 individuals in regular operations across the capital over the past 24 hours. During this period, 47 cases were filed.
The desert burned beneath a blazing mid-summer sun. It hung overhead like an enormous ball of fire, as though it could scorch everything in sight into ashes. In every direction stretched endless grey sand, shimmering under the relentless heat. There were no trees, no shade, no homes—nothing to suggest that life had ever existed there. Far ahead, a glimmer on the horizon promised water. But the closer one walked, the clearer it became that it was nothing more than another trick of the desert, another ribbon of sand masquerading as hope.
The government is set to enact a comprehensive law soon to recognize enforced disappearance as a distinct criminal offence and to ensure protection, justice, and compensation for victims and their families. The draft Prevention and Remedies for Enforced Disappearance Act, 2026 proposes life imprisonment and fines as the maximum punishment for enforced disappearance. It also provides for the death penalty in cases where the victim dies as a result of the disappearance, the body is recovered, or the missing person remains untraced even after five years.
Lionel Messi was reportedly among the highest-profile players targeted by bomb and armed-attack threats during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to media reports citing purportedly leaked documents linked to the FBI and international police cooperation authorities.
Fan’s hopes of seeing Shakib Al Hasan return to the national team for a farewell series have suffered a major setback after the government said the former captain has no opportunity to return and play for the country under the current circumstances.
Norway’s football chief Lise Klaveness has called for FIFA president Gianni Infantino to resign, saying he no longer has the institutional trust needed to lead world football amid a growing governance crisis.
Rashid Khan carried his stunning recent form from The Hundred onto the international stage, claiming six wickets as Afghanistan beat Ireland by 92 runs in the rain-affected second ODI in Bready on Friday (August 7).
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced free entry for spectators to the upcoming two-Test series against India, a move that comes amid poor crowd turnout at the ongoing Lanka Premier League (LPL).
Bangladesh suffered a stunning batting collapse in their final warm-up match ahead of the Test series in Australia, being bowled out for just 54 in their second innings against a Cricket Australia XI on Friday (August 8).
Nearly three decades after a body became one of Mount Everest’s most haunting landmarks, India is preparing to bring the remains known as “Green Boots” back from the mountain.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Moderna’s mRNA-based influenza vaccine, marking the world’s first regulatory approval for an mRNA vaccine designed to prevent seasonal flu.
The US Senate has overwhelmingly passed legislation that could pave the way for tariffs of up to 100 per cent on goods from India, China and three other major buyers of Russian oil and gas, escalating Washington’s economic pressure on countries accused of helping finance Moscow’s war in Ukraine.
Former Member of Parliament, former Bangladesh cricket team captain and world-class all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has said he is prepared to return to the country and face the judicial process if the government provides security assurances.
The Communist Party of Bangladesh (CPB) has alleged that the country's law and order situation has not improved even five months after the national parliamentary elections. Rather, the party claimed that terrorism, mob violence, extortion, violence against women and children, and political clashes have increased, further aggravating public insecurity .
BNP Senior Joint Secretary General and Political Adviser to the Prime Minister Advocate Ruhul Kabir Rizvi today said giving the fugitive accused Sheikh Hasina, who is currently in India, an opportunity to deliver political speeches is an insult to Bangladesh's national sovereignty and tantamount to interference in the country’s internal affairs.
The 11-party alliance led by Jamaat-e-Islami announced a Dhaka-to-Chattogram long march on September 5, as part of a nationwide campaign demanding relief from soaring living costs and improved public services.
The government is set to enact a comprehensive law soon to recognize enforced disappearance as a distinct criminal offence and to ensure protection, justice, and compensation for victims and their families. The draft Prevention and Remedies for Enforced Disappearance Act, 2026 proposes life imprisonment and fines as the maximum punishment for enforced disappearance. It also provides for the death penalty in cases where the victim dies as a result of the disappearance, the body is recovered, or the missing person remains untraced even after five years.
The desert burned beneath a blazing mid-summer sun. It hung overhead like an enormous ball of fire, as though it could scorch everything in sight into ashes. In every direction stretched endless grey sand, shimmering under the relentless heat. There were no trees, no shade, no homes—nothing to suggest that life had ever existed there. Far ahead, a glimmer on the horizon promised water. But the closer one walked, the clearer it became that it was nothing more than another trick of the desert, another ribbon of sand masquerading as hope.
A new international conflict has emerged over the dominance of the artificial intelligence technology sector. Similar to past global rivalries, one faction is spearheaded by the United States, while the opposing faction is led by China and Russia. As anticipated, it was the United States that instigated this latest competition. On December 12, 2025, during the concluding day of the International Tech Summit in Washington, D.C., the Pax Silica Alliance was formed through an agreement signed by 25 nations.
State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam stated that India must determine whether it will permit convicted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and Awami League leaders to engage in what she termed conspiratorial activities from Indian territory.
The High Commission of India in Dhaka has warned the public against fraudsters impersonating its officials and offering fake visa and consular services in exchange for money.
South Korean girl group BLACKPINK is celebrating a decade since its debut, marking 10 years of global success that has taken the quartet from K-pop newcomers to one of the biggest names in music and popular culture.
Cats are among the world’s most popular companion animals, winning people over with their playful nature, affection and ability to adapt easily to human surroundings. But as more people bring cats into their homes, animal experts are urging owners to look beyond the affection and embrace the responsibilities that come with pet ownership.
The country’s stock market ended the week on a mixed note, with the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) gaining more than Tk 2,700 crore in market capitalisation despite declines in its major indices.
