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A court in Syria has sentenced former President Bashar al-Assad to death. In the same case, his close associate and former head of political security in Deraa province, Atef Najib, has also been given the maximum punishment. The ruling was delivered by the Criminal Court in Damascus on Tuesday, August 11.
A total of 484 individuals were arrested in regular operations by Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) in various areas of the capital over the past 24 hours. Various items, including drugs and cocktail-like objects, were recovered during the drives. Fifty-eight cases have been filed in connection with these incidents, according to DMP.
Police have recovered the hanging body of a 31-year-old housewife named Jeba Adiba from Bailey Road in the capital's Ramna area. Police initially suspect that she died by suicide following a marital dispute. Jeba worked as a nail artist.
The High Court Division of the Supreme Court has set a record by disposing of over 58,000 old criminal miscellaneous and writ petitions in just 11 working days through a special initiative. The case backlog and the long wait for justice have long been a reality of Bangladesh's judicial system, but this special drive has brought a remarkable change.
Oorbee Shom is a renowned Nazrul Sangeet and classical music artist and teacher. As a former student of Government Music College, she completed her B. Music and M. Music in Nazrul Sangeet from the same institution, securing first class in M. Music. She is currently teaching at Government Music College.
State Minister for Youth and Sports Aminul Haque has expressed optimism that the uncertainty surrounding the proposed bilateral series against India in September will be resolved soon. While the series' future was thrown into doubt due to tensions following the recent World Cup and the current political context, he said diplomatic and ministerial-level discussions are underway to find a positive solution .
Football often features extraordinary passes, brilliant dribbles and spectacular goals. But beyond these, there are moments that capture fans' attention in unique ways. Recently, Iranian defender Nader Mohammadi created a stir on social media with an incredible move during a Russian second division match. His unusual throw-in, executed with a somersault, led to a memorable goal. In football terminology, this technique is called a 'somersault throw'.
Recent speculation had suggested that Real Madrid might send Endrick out on another loan, but experienced coach Jose Mourinho has placed his trust in the Brazilian forward.
Afghanistan have secured direct qualification for the 2027 ODI World Cup after defeating Ireland by three wickets in Belfast. Rashid Khan's side confirmed their ticket to the global event with the victory, which also ensured Bangladesh's direct qualification. Meanwhile, two-time world champions West Indies will once again have to navigate the challenging qualifying rounds.
With the new ad-hoc committee taking charge, preparations for elections in the Bangladesh Hockey Federation have begun. The new committee aims to hold elections within the stipulated 90-day timeframe. The federation set its priorities at its first executive meeting held on Monday, August 10.
Former Indian captain and ex-BCCI president Sourav Ganguly and his wife Dona Ganguly have received death threats. After receiving threatening letters repeatedly over the past few months, the former cricket star finally approached the police.
A court in Syria has sentenced former President Bashar al-Assad to death. In the same case, his close associate and former head of political security in Deraa province, Atef Najib, has also been given the maximum punishment. The ruling was delivered by the Criminal Court in Damascus on Tuesday, August 11.
Iran's Supreme Leader and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Ayatollah Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, has appointed new commanders to six key positions in the country's military. The appointments were made in the General Staff of the Armed Forces, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the IRGC Navy and the Basij Resistance Force.
A US court has dismissed the criminal fraud and bribery case against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani. Brooklyn District Judge Nicholas Garaufis approved the Justice Department's request to drop the case, which was filed in 2024 over allegations that Adani had bribed Indian officials to secure solar energy contracts and misled US investors.
Referring to the decision to leave the alliance formed before the elections, Islamic Movement Bangladesh Senior Naib-e-Amir Mufti Syed Muhammad Faizul Karim has said they left the alliance because they realised the caravan had left the path of Medina and was heading towards America.
Hefazat-e-Islam Bangladesh has demanded the removal of sculptures installed at the July Mass Uprising Memorial Museum. In a statement sent to the media on Monday afternoon, the organisation's Ameer Shah Muhiubullah Babunagari and Secretary General Sajidur Rahman made the demand.
The Socialist Party of Bangladesh (Marxist) has held a protest rally in the capital demanding the cancellation of the government's decision to hand over 44 state-owned factories to the private sector and the withdrawal of the decision to scrap the 'Essential Drugs List and Pricing Method-2026'.
The 11-party alliance has collected nomination forms on behalf of Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) Chairman Colonel (retd.) Oli Ahmed for the presidential election.
The High Court Division of the Supreme Court has set a record by disposing of over 58,000 old criminal miscellaneous and writ petitions in just 11 working days through a special initiative. The case backlog and the long wait for justice have long been a reality of Bangladesh's judicial system, but this special drive has brought a remarkable change.
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.
Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi left Dhaka for New Delhi on Monday after holding several high-level meetings with government officials in Dhaka. His visit is seen as part of ongoing efforts to steer the relationship between the two neighboring countries toward a more positive and constructive path.
Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi has said that in a democracy, issues will exist, and if there are no issues, that is not democracy. In his view, there is no issue that cannot be resolved through dialogue. While there may be differences between the two countries on various matters, the people of both nations share the same expectation of moving the relationship forward.
Once upon a time, Eid releases seemed incomplete without Apu Biswas's presence. Through her acting and success, she had carved a distinct niche for herself in Dhallywood. Though her presence on the big screen has faded over time, the familiar face remains in the hearts of her fans. After a long break, Apu Biswas is now back in front of the camera with a new film, 'Shikar' – as if writing a story of her return in the old light.
Following the publication of SSC results, celebrations are underway in households across the country. Parents are rushing to sweet shops to celebrate their children's success, distributing rasgollas, sandesh, chomchom and various other sweets among relatives and neighbours. In this festive atmosphere, many are consuming excessive sweets without realising the potential health risks. Doctors warn that lack of awareness during this joyful moment could lead to various health complications.
The government has formed a national taskforce to make the business and investment environment easier, more competitive and investment-friendly. The 'National Taskforce on Deregulation and Business Facilitation' will provide policy guidance on reducing unnecessary regulations and complexities in business, simplifying licensing and approval processes, and introducing single window, automated approvals and online tracking systems in government services.
