Current Affairs
Hodge's century puts West Indies in command against Bangladesh
A scintillating century from Kavem Hodge put West Indies in a commanding position in the second and final Test against Bangladesh at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, leaving the visitors firmly on course for a series sweep.
Trial begins against 6 accused in Maulana Faruqui murder case
A Dhaka court has framed charges against six accused in the murder case of Maulana Nurul Islam Faruqui, a leader of Islami Front and presenter of religious programmes on television.
300 families wiped out in road crashes over nearly 7 years: RSF
Nearly 300 families have been completely wiped out in road accidents over the past six years and 10 months, according to an analytical report by the Road Safety Foundation (RSF).
Essential commodity prices rise by 4.39% in October
Prices of essential commodities in Bangladesh rose by an average of 4.39 per cent in October, with 15 categories of goods recording price increases.
Myanmar must solve Rohingya crisis, ensure safe, dignified repatriation: Law Minister
Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Md Asaduzzaman today stated that the Rohingya crisis originated in Myanmar, and therefore, Myanmar itself must resolve the issue with the active involvement of the international community.
Actress Samira Khan Mahi crowned Miss Universe Bangladesh 2026
Television actress Samira Khan Mahi has won the Miss Universe Bangladesh 2026 title, earning the opportunity to represent the country at the upcoming 75th edition of the Miss Universe international pageant.
DMP arrests 522 in 24 hours, files 40 cases
The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) arrested 522 people in the capital over the past 24 hours as part of ongoing operations to curb crime and maintain law and order. Police also filed 40 cases over various offences and seized a significant quantity of drugs, including heroin, yaba pills, cannabis and locally brewed alcohol.
World Bank's new Bangladesh partnership to prioritise job creation
Job creation, particularly for young people and women, will be the central focus of the World Bank Group's new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for Bangladesh, which is currently under preparation, as the government and the global lender prepare to finalise the terms of a fresh development partnership over the next five to seven years.
Daraz 11.11 – The Biggest Sale of the Year Returns from 10 November at 8 PM
Daraz Bangladesh is gearing up for its biggest shopping event of the year as 11.11 – The Biggest Sale of the Year returns from 10 November at 8 PM and continues until 21 November 2026. The campaign brings together attractive deals across categories, exclusive brand offers, exciting giveaways and multiple opportunities for customers to enjoy greater value throughout the shopping event.
PM mourns death of 7 Bangladeshis in Saudi road accident
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today expressed deep shock and sorrow over the death of seven Bangladeshi nationals in a road accident in Saudi Arabia.