Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has seized a large amount of smuggled Indian goods and several buffaloes from various border points in Sylhet and Sunamganj. The BGB 48 Battalion confirmed the information in a press release issued on Friday afternoon. According to the release, the

In a sweeping 12-day nationwide crackdown, law enforcement agencies have arrested 15,532 crime suspects, according to a press release from the Police Headquarters.  The latest 24-hour operation saw 1,255 more suspects detained, with authorities seizing four bullets, six

The Ministry of Religious Affairs today urged Bangladeshi citizens residing in Saudi Arabia not to attempt Hajj without a valid permit, citing the need for smooth Hajj management and to uphold strong bilateral ties with Saudi Arabia. Religious Affairs Adviser Dr. A F M Khalid Hossain

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) today said rain or thundershowers are likely to occur at few places while the weather may remain mainly dry with temporary partly cloudy sky elsewhere over the country during the next 24 hours starting from 9 am today (May 2). A low-pressure

Despite being the weekend, Dhaka ranked third among cities with the worst air quality on Friday morning, recording an Air Quality Index (AQI) score of 162 at 9:50am — classified as “unhealthy.” According to the AQI, such levels pose serious health risks, especially

BFUJ Secretary General Kader Gani Chowdhury today criticized media owners for denying journalists fair wages, accusing many outlets of falsely claiming compliance with the wage board to secure advertisements. Speaking at a May Day discussion at the Jatiya Press Club, organized by BFUJ

A school student was killed today (May 1) in a road accident at Bethuri village of Palashbari union under Mohammadpur upazila of the district. The deceased was Abid, 11, a fourth-grade student and son of Obaidur Molla of Khardafulbari village of the upazila. Abdur Rahman,

Pakistan has harshly criticized India’s repeated tendency to accuse it of terrorism-related incidents without presenting any evidence, branding the pattern as politically driven “war hysteria.” Speaking to Banglanews in an exclusive interview, Pakistan’s High

The National Legal Aid Services Organization has recovered Tk 6.63 crore in compensation for labourers, according to a report published on its website today. The report outlines legal aid activities from 2009 to February 2025, highlighting expanded services from district courts to the

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus called on workers and employers to join hands in building a “new Bangladesh,” underscoring that such transformation is only possible through collective efforts and meaningful labour reforms. Speaking at an event at the Bangladesh-China

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecast scattered rain or thundershowers accompanied by lightning and temporary gusty winds in parts of the country over the next 24 hours starting from 9am today (May 1). In its latest bulletin, the Met Office said showers are likely

Pakistan has reiterated its strong support for the revival of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC), calling for renewed efforts to strengthen regional integration and peace.  In an exclusive interview with Banglanews, Pakistan’s High Commissioner to

Pakistan has expressed a strong commitment to addressing all unresolved matters with Bangladesh, including historically sensitive issues dating back to 1971.  In an exclusive interview with Banglanews, Pakistan’s High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Syed Ahmed Maroof, said that

The nation, along with countries around the globe, is observing the historic May Day today with due solemnity and respect. This year’s theme is: “Workers and owners united; let us rebuild the country anew.” May Day has been commemorated worldwide since 1886, in

A Dhaka court today ordered the attachment of immovable properties belonging to Sheikh Rehana, Saima Wazed Putul, Sajeeb Wazed Joy, Radwan Mujib Siddique, and Azmina Siddique in Dhaka, Khulna, and Gopalganj over graft allegations. Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Md Zakir

A chamber judge of the Appellate Division today suspended the High Court's bail order for Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, spokesperson of Bangladesh Sammilita Sanatani Jagran Jote and a former leader of ISKCON, in a sedition case. Justice Md Rezaul Haque issued the suspension

A Dhaka court today placed Salman F Rahman, Anisul Huq, and former IGP Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun on remand in three separate murder cases linked to last year’s July-August mass uprising in the capital. Metropolitan Magistrate Atiqur Rahman passed the orders after police sought

The High Court today granted bail to former ISKCON leader Chandan Kumar Dhar, also known as Chinmoy Krishna Das, in a sedition case filed over alleged disrespect to the national flag. The HC bench of Justice Md Atoar Rahman and Justice Md Ali Reza passed the order after holding hearing

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus today lauded the Bangladesh Army for setting a remarkable example by building 300 houses for flood victims in four southeastern districts, maintaining high standards and transparency. Addressing the virtual house handover ceremony from his office,

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecast rain or thundershowers, accompanied by lightning and temporary gusty winds, in many parts of the country over the next 24 hours from 9 am today. According to the BMD bulletin, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram, and Sylhet divisions