Current Affairs
Iran wants to hold US-Israel accountable for assassination of its leaders
Iran wants to hold the US and Israel accountable for the assassination of its leaders, the Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson, Ismail Baghaei, told Russia’s Ria Novosti news agency.
Israeli troops being prepared for Lebanon ceasefire
According to IDF officials, ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is expected to begin at 7pm local time today (April 16 ).
BCB hands ‘Captains Card’ to former national team captains
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has introduced a ‘Captains Card’ for all national team captains, offering special privileges including free entry to international matches and access to medical insurance benefits.
Ex-UP chairman, who ‘threatened’ US envoy, gets 7 years in graft case
A Chattogram court has sentenced former union parishad chairman Mujibul Haque Chowdhury to seven years in prison in a corruption case over acquiring wealth beyond known sources of income.
UFEA Champions League semifinals schedule finalised
The semifinal lineup for the 2025–26 UEFA Champions League has been confirmed following a dramatic conclusion to the quarterfinals, with four teams remaining in the race for the title.
Google launches Gemini desktop app for Windows users
Google has introduced a new desktop app for Windows, bringing its AI model Gemini directly to PC users for a more integrated experience.
Two women found dead in separate incidents in Dhaka
Police recovered the bodies of two women from separate areas in the capital on Wednesday night and sent them to Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) morgue for autopsy.
Private car falls from ferry into river
A private car fell from a ferry into the Shitalakshya river in Narayanganj. However, the driver of the car was rescued alive with the help of the fire service and locals.
Justin Bieber faces backlash over Coachella performance
Justin Bieber has faced strong backlash from fans after his performance at the Coachella festival, marking his return to the stage after nearly four years.
Girl gives Tk 66 lakh to Kabiraj seeking parental love
13-year-old girl lost her wealth worth around 66 lakh taka after falling into the trap of a fraudster gang out of imaginary anxiety of losing her parents' love. Taking advantage of the simplicity of Lubaba, a schoolgirl daughter of cloth merchant Saidur Rahman of Sherpur district, a tantrik gang snatched a huge amount of gold ornaments and cash from her. Three people, including the ringleader of the gang, were arrested in a PBI operation and a large part of the looted gold was recovered.