Current Affairs
Ad-Din Hospital newborns death probe report delayed until June 3: Health Minister
Investigation report into the deaths of six newborns at Ad-Din Hospital has been delayed untill June 3, Health Minister Sardar Sakhawat Husain Bakul said.
UN Chief praises global role of peacekeepers, calls for greater investment in peace
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has praised the dedication and sacrifice of peacekeepers serving in some of the world’s most volatile conflict zones.
PM Tarique Rahman pays tribute at Ziaur Rahman’s grave
Prime Minister and BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman paid tribute to the grave of BNP founder and former President Ziaur Rahman on Saturday (May 30), marking the 45th anniversary of his martyrdom.
Dooley names 23-man Bangladesh squad for San Marino friendly
Bangladesh national football team head coach Thomas Dooley has announced his first final squad since taking charge, selecting a 23-man roster for the upcoming FIFA international friendly against San Marino on June 5.
Trump holds key to new US-Iran ceasefire extension
A proposed two-month extension of the ceasefire between the United States and Iran is awaiting final approval from President Donald Trump, despite both sides reaching a preliminary understanding after weeks of negotiations, according to reports citing US officials.
Storm with gusty winds upto 60 km/h likely in five regions by noon
The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecast gusty winds and thunderstorms in several parts of the country by noon on Saturday (May 30), warning that wind speeds could reach up to 60 kilometres per hour in some areas.
Over 149 tourists stranded on Meghna River Island in Lakshmipur
More than 149 tourists, including women and children, were stranded on Char Abdullah, an island in the Meghna River in Lakshmipur’s Ramgati upazila, after adverse weather conditions disrupted their return journey.
Child gone missing after wedding boat capsizes in Sunamganj
A six-year-old child went missing after an overcrowded boat carrying wedding guests capsized in a river in Tahirpur upazila of Sunamganj.
Ziaur Rahman’s ideals will continue to inspire generations: President
President Mohammed Shahabuddin has said simple and selfless life, strong personality, unquestionable integrity and pragmatic statesmanship of Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman would remain eternally alive in the hearts of the people.
Bangladeshi pilgrims begin journey home as Hajj rituals conclude
Thousands of Bangladeshi pilgrims have begun returning home after completing the key rituals of Hajj 2026, marking the conclusion of one of the world's largest annual religious gatherings.