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The moon of the holy month of Zilhaj of the Hijri year 1447 has been sighted in the country's sky. As a result, the biggest religious festival of Muslims, Eid-ul-Azha, will be celebrated across the country on May 28.
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.
The FIFA World Cup, the world's biggest sporting event, did not exist nearly a century ago. In those days, the Olympic Games were the only stage for determining the world's best football team. Seeing the massive global response to the sport, FIFA's first president, Jules Rimet, wondered: if football is so popular, why should it not have its own global 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.
Do you agree with the claim made by thinker and poet Farhad Mazhar that the United States orchestrated the regime change in Bangladesh and is effectively the one in power now?
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Mushfiqur Rahim's remarkable innings of 137 runs helped Bangladesh set a huge target of 437 runs in the second Test. The hosts were bowled out for 390 runs in 102.2 overs in the second innings on the third day at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. The total target stood at 437, adding a lead of 46 runs in the first innings.
Veteran batter Mushfiqur Rahim etched his name into Bangladesh cricket history by becoming the country’s highest century-maker in Test cricket.
Australia are set to return to Bangladesh for a bilateral series after five years.
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.
Just before takeoff, all the lights and air conditioning of the plane suddenly went off. In an instant, the cabin turned into a hellhole of darkness and intense heat. The passengers were stuck inside the plane for about half an hour in such suffocating conditions. This extreme suffering incident occurred due to a mechanical fault on IndiGo Airlines flight 6E657 from Vadodara to Delhi.
After a successful wartime blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, Iran is now eyeing a secret artery of the global economy. Tehran wants to use the submarine cables that run under the waterway—which carry vast amounts of internet and financial data between Europe, Asia and the Persian Gulf—as a strategic tool.
The BJP government led by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has announced to close all government projects based on religious caste in West Bengal. An important policy decision in this regard was taken in the second meeting of the state cabinet held at the state secretariat building on Monday (May 18).
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has announced an eight-day nationwide programme marking the 45th death anniversary of its founder and former president Ziaur Rahman.
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.
The FIFA World Cup, the world's biggest sporting event, did not exist nearly a century ago. In those days, the Olympic Games were the only stage for determining the world's best football team. Seeing the massive global response to the sport, FIFA's first president, Jules Rimet, wondered: if football is so popular, why should it not have its own global stage?
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.
A 'shirtless' picture of Bollywood star Salman Khan has sparked a lot of speculation among fans. In the picture posted on Instagram, Bhaijaan is seen lying on the sofa in a deep thought. Although the muscles of the body are clear in the light and dark picture, the face is unclear.
As soon as the mango season begins, artificially ripened mangoes flood the market. These mangoes may contain toxic chemicals hidden behind their sweet taste. Therefore, it is important to be a little careful before buying mangoes during this season.
Bangladesh Bank has ordered that transactions in the ready-made garment sector will continue on a limited scale even during the Eid-ul-Azha holidays. This decision has been taken to ensure smooth payment of salaries and allowances and festival bonuses to workers.
