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Airborne terror echoes: The ‘Mayday’ distress call
“Mayday… Mayday… Mayday…” “No power… No thrust… Going down…”
‘Comfortable Eid journey’ in old arrangement
Development worker Abdullah Al Mamun wrote on Facebook at around 4pm on Thursday (June 5): “Couldn’t take the abnormal traffic jam anymore! Turned back via Gazipur! Celebrating Eid in Dhaka.”
Muslim Mia: The artisan behind Bangladesh's currency design
Bangladesh has once again introduced a new series of paper currency, featuring designs that many believe are unlike any seen before. The man behind the artistic transformation of the country’s banknotes is the reclusive craftsman Muslim Mia—the principal designer of all existing Bangladeshi currency notes and a member of the committee for the design of the new notes as well.
Tuesday marks remembrance of Chuknagar Genocide, Mulluk Cholo tragedy martyrs
There is a 50-year gap between two of the most heart-wrenching tragedies in our history — the Chuknagar Genocide and the ‘Mulluk Cholo’ massacre. Though separated by time, both events are marked by the same depth of sorrow. Each stained the soil of Bangladesh with the blood of thousands of innocents and etched dark, mournful chapters into our collective memory.
A day of tranquility amid Rudra Boishakh
Boishakh is the first month of the Bengali year, the first month of summer. It was predicted that there would be five consecutive days of storms and rain from the first day of Boishakh. Nature announced the arrival of Boishakh with the Kalboishakhi. Black clouds approached the horizon, a strong wind began to blow, the young mangoes in bunches became unwieldy in that wind, and the dust and dry leaves
CA's China visit: Possibility of new dimension in diplomatic ties
The upcoming visit of Chief Adviser to the interim government of Bangladesh and Nobel laureate economist Dr. Muhammad Yunus to China is being viewed with great importance by diplomatic circles.
Bangladesh’s foreign policy: Post-Independence era and present situation
Bangladesh, born through the Liberation War of 1971, had one primary goal in its early years—securing international recognition as an independent and sovereign state.
Eid-ul-Fitr 2025: Must-watch movies, web series
Eid-ul-Fitr is almost here, and the excitement is palpable as Dhallywood gears up for an action-packed festive season. As is tradition, this year will see several highly anticipated films and web series hitting the screens, featuring some of the biggest names in the industry, including Shakib Khan, Afran Nisho, Siam Ahmed, and many more. Let’s take a look at what fans can expect this Eid.
Tourists, water crisis plague cleanest Munlai Para village
Munlai Para, a well-organized and picturesque hilly village in Ruma Upazila of Bandarban, is famous for its cleanliness. Every Machang house yard is adorned with hibiscus and other flowering plants, enhancing its beauty manifold. Nestled along the banks of the Sangu River, the village welcomes visitors with its eco-system homestays, traditional hill cuisine, thrilling trekking experiences, kayaking, the country’s longest zip line, and various exciting events.
Bumper maize harvest boosts farmers fortune in Jamuna char
Farmers in the river-surrounded char areas of Tangail are elated by bumper maize harvest. Along with securing their livelihoods, they dream of contributing to the national economy.