A Chattogram court today (Jan 2) rejected the bail appeal filed for ex-ISKCON leader Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari in a sedition case filed in connection with disrespecting the national flag of Bangladesh. Chattogram Metropolitan Sessions Judge Md Saiful Islam issued the order after

Dhaka, the overcrowded capital of Bangladesh, has ranked sixth on the list of cities with the worst air quality, recording an AQI of 216 at 9:21 am on Thursday (January 2).  The city's air quality was classified as "very unhealthy" according to global air quality

Bangladesh achieved a historic milestone in December 2024, with remittance inflows reaching $2.64 billion, or Tk31,668 crore. This surpasses the previous record of $2.59 billion in July 2020. Bangladesh Bank data shows that remittance inflows in December 2024 increased by 33%

Khulna Metropolitan Detective Police arrested five people, including top-listed criminal Noor Azim, during a raid in Dhaka on Wednesday (January 1).  The other arrestees were identified as Faisal Ahmed Dip, 25, Riazul Islam Raju, 35, Md. Kamruzzaman Nayeem, 25, and Md. Rana

Supreme Court Helpline has received 1,003 calls over the last three months regarding legal advice, case-related information, and complaints. The court administration reported this on Wednesday (January 1). On September 26, 2024, the helpline was launched under the directive of Chief

The Press Wing of the Chief Advisor's Office has debunked a recent Zee News report titled "DNA Exclusive: Operation Octopus of Muhammad Yunus in Bangladesh," as entirely false and fabricated. The press wing said in a statement posted on its verified Facebook page - CA

Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus today (Jan 1) opened the 29th Dhaka International Trade Fair (DITF)-2025 at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Exhibition Center in Purbachal.   Commerce Adviser Sk Bashir Uddin, among others, was present on the occasion.  Later, the

Two passengers of a battery-run van were killed when a covered van overturned and fell on it in Sahebnagar area of Mirpur upazila in Kushtia, on Tuesday afternoon.  The accident occurred around 5 pm on the Kushtia-Pabna highway. The deceased were identified as Bitu Gayan, 30,

Two people were killed in a collision between a bus and a truck on the Dhaka-bound lane of the Dhaka-Bhanga Expressway near Pulia in Bhanga upazila early Wednesday (Jan 1).  The accident happened around 4:30 am. The deceased were identified as Nurul Alam, 26, son of Ayub Ali

A high-level investigation committee has revealed that the fire at Building 7 of the Bangladesh Secretariat originated from an electrical spark caused by loose connections.  The committee, formed following the devastating fire, submitted its preliminary report to Chief Adviser

Three people were killed and five others injured in a collision between a private car, brick-laden truck, and motorcycle in the Atlaspur Jelepara area of Rupganj in Narayanganj, on Wednesday (Jan 1) morning. The incident happened around 9 am on the Rupshi-Kanchan Road when a Dhaka

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecasted dry weather across the country for the next 24 hours, beginning from this morning. “Weather may remain dry with a temporarily partly cloudy sky over the country,” stated the forecast issued at 9 am today. The

As Bangladesh steps into 2025, the nation reflects on a tumultuous yet transformative year. The previous year, 2024, was marked by political upheaval, economic challenges, and the unwavering resilience of its people. Now, with fresh aspirations and a collective pledge to build a brighter

Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, continues to grapple with severe air pollution, maintaining its reputation as one of the world's most polluted cities. On the first day of the new year, Dhaka ranked 8th globally in terms of hazardous air quality. At 9:00am on Wednesday, the

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Tuesday (Dec 31) announced to issue Healthcare cards to the injured fighters of the historic uprising on the first day of the new year (January 1). The initiative was announced in a statement sent by Senior Information Officer Mohammad

The Secretariat fire that broke out last Wednesday night was caused by an electrical spark, according to BUET’s former mechanical engineering professor Maksud Helali, a member of the investigation committee. The fire engulfed the seventh building of the Secretariat and required

Bangladesh visa application has become more complicated for Indians, especially in Kolkata, where applicants face long queues and limited slots. Hundreds are unable to submit their applications daily, with many returning disappointed after waiting for hours. The Bangladesh Visa

A Supreme Court lawyer today issued legal notices to the relevant authorities following the fatal accident at Dhaleshwari toll plaza on the Dhaka-Mawa Expressway, which claimed six lives on December 27.  Barrister Mohammad Humayun Kabir Pallab, on behalf of the Law and Life

At least 20 people were injured, when unidentified assailants attacked the convoy of the "March for Unity" anti-discrimination student movement in Mollahat upazila of Bagerhat, on Tuesday (Dec 31). The incident occurred around 11:30 am near Mollahat Madrasaghat area. 

Four people, including an engineer, died in an explosion at a factory of Akij Food and Beverage Limited in Bahubal upazila, Habiganj, on Tuesday (Dec 31) morning. The deceased were identified as - Mizan Gazi, 36, Mahfuz Mia, 35, and Riaz Uddin, 28. The name of the diploma engineer is