- Prestigious Mossad-linked Weizmann Institute reduced to rubble by Iranian missile strike
- 3 killed in Gazipur road crash
- Iran fires new missile barrage at Israel
- Iran announces limited ban on smartphones and laptops, fearing Israel's digital tracking
- Iran was 'very close' to having nuclear weapon: Trump
- CA's London visit 'very successful': Foreign Ministry
- Crisis not over yet: Rizvi
- Purbachal plot case: Gazette summons for Hasina, 11 others
- DU approves Tk 1,354.5 million budget for FY 26
- DMP urges political parties to avoid road protests on working days
- ‘Govt to formulate concrete action plan to protect the Sundarbans’
- Over 600 foreigners flee Iran into Azerbaijan
- Naseemul Hye elected president of ICSB
- ‘400 Bangladeshis in Tehran being relocated to safer places’
- Qatar condemns Israeli attacks on Iran’s nuke sites
- Cyberattack ‘disrupts’ Iranian state-owned bank
- Russia's deadliest attack on Kyiv for months kills 15, hurts dozens
- Bangladesh shines with centuries from Shanto, Mushfiqur
- CA thanks Australia for resuming visa processing
- ‘Chairmanship posts of four vital standing committees in parliament to go to opposition’
National Charter likely by July, says Consensus Commission VP Ali Riaz
The National Consensus Commission of Bangladesh aims to finalize a National Charter by July, according to its Vice President, Professor Ali Riaz. The announcement came during the second phase of discussions with political parties, held at Doyel Hall of the Foreign Service Academy in Dhaka on...
Bandarban tourist deaths: 'Tour Expert' admin Borsha granted bail
A Bandarban court has granted bail to Borsha Islam, an administrator of the travel group Tour Expert, in connection with the deaths of two tourists during a trekking expedition in the remote Alikadam hills. Senior Judicial Magistrate ASM Emran of the Chief Judicial Magistrates Court in Bandarban...
Food allocation would be increased for flood affected areas: Food Adviser
Food Adviser Ali Imam Majumder on Thursday said that the allocation of food would be increased for the flood affected areas of the region to meet the food deficit, reports BSS. The adviser made the comment while talking to the journalists here after a meeting with the Deputy Commissioner (DC)...
Ranbir, Alia's ₹250 cr home outshines SRK’s 'Mannat' and Big B’s 'Jalsa'
Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatts much-anticipated dream home, the iconic Krishna Raj bungalow in Mumbais upscale Pali Hill is finally ready after years of meticulous planning and construction. The luxurious six-storey mansion, which began development even before the couple tied the knot, has now...
US can’t do a damn thing on nuclear issue: Khamenei
Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said that uranium enrichment is the key to Irans nuclear issue, dismissing US proposals for Tehran to ultimately stop all enrichment in the country. The first word of the US is that Iran should not have a nuclear industry and should...
Shadab, Hasan star as Pakistan register easy T20I win over Bangladesh
Shadab Khan delivered a notable all-round performance, and Hasan Ali bagged five wickets as Pakistan began their T20I series vs Bangladesh with a 37-run win at the Gaddafi Stadium on Wednesday night, reports UNB. After opting to bat first, Pakistan overcame a shaky start to post a formidable 201...
Pakistan condemns Modi’s hate speech in Gujarat
Pakistan on Tuesday strongly condemned recent remarks made by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Gujarat, describing them as a hate-driven invocation of violence and an alarming departure from the political maturity expected of a leader of a nuclear-armed state, Saama TV reported. Pakistan...
Alibaba's ‘Instant Commerce’ platform surpasses 40 million daily orders
Chinese e-commerce titan Alibaba announced on Monday that its newly launched Taobao Instant Commerce portal has surpassed 40 million daily orders, just one month after going live. The rapid success highlights the growing consumer appetite for ultra-fast delivery services in Chinas highly...
Key reforms see growing political unity: Ali Riaz
National Consensus Commission Vice Chairman Prof Ali Riaz on Monday said that political parties are nearing a consensus on several key reform proposals, including the restoration of the caretaker government, introduction of a bicameral parliament and reservation of 100 seats for women in...
Alia Bhatt makes a dazzling debut at Cannes 2025 in custom Gucci saree
Alia Bhatt brought star power and shimmer to the closing ceremony of the Cannes Film Festival 2025, marking her much-anticipated debut at the prestigious event. Representing global beauty brand LOréal Paris as a brand ambassador, the Bollywood actor turned heads on the red carpet in a...
Unresolved reform issues to be made public for transparency
Vice Chairman of the National Consensus Commission Prof Ali Riaz on Sunday said the reform issues on which political parties failed to reach a consensus will also be made public to ensure transparency, reports UNB. There is a consensus among political parties on some basic issues. We will share...
Adnan Al Rajeev's ‘Ali’ makes history with Cannes Special Jury Mention
In a historic feat for Bangladeshi cinema, filmmaker Adnan Al Rajeev and his team have brought home the countrys first-ever award from the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, winning a Special Jury Mention for their short film Ali. Rajeev confirmed the news on his social media platforms from...
Khamenei doubts US nuke talks will lead to deal
Irans Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has expressed doubt that nuclear talks with the US will lead to a new agreement, saying it had made excessive and outrageous demands on uranium enrichment. We dont think it will lead to any outcome. We dont know what will happen, Khamenei said. US...
Win people's hearts through rendering desired services
Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner SM Sazzat Ali on Sunday called upon his fellow colleagues to win the hearts of the people by extending desired services. You have to further brighten the image of the police by doing positive works for the welfare of the people, he said while...
Pakistan rejects Modi’s ‘inflammatory’ remarks
Pakistan on Tuesday strongly rejected what it termed provocative and inflammatory assertions made by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi warning that such remarks risk further destabilising an already tense regional environment and represent a dangerous escalation, Saama TV reported. In a...
Flight of 'fascist ruler' a primary democratic victory: Prof Ali Riaz
Vice Chairman of the National Consensus Commission Prof Ali Riaz on Monday stated that the primary victory of democracy has been secured through the fleeing of the fascist ruler during the 2024 July-August uprising. The initial victory of democracy was ensured by the fleeing of the fascist ruler...
Ali Riaz calls for structural reforms to build accountable state
Vice Chairman of the National Consensus Commission Prof Ali Riaz stated on Thursday that the importance of implementing structural reforms to establish a transparent and accountable state, which he believes, will pave the way for a prosperous future for the coming generations in Bangladesh. If...
Second phase of dialogue to begin soon after May 15: Ali Riaz
National Consensus Commission Vice Chairman Prof Ali Riaz on Tuesday said the second phase of dialogue aimed at preparing a national charter will begin soon after May 15. The first phase of discussions will conclude by May 15. After that, we will be able to enter the second phase, which will...
Chinmoy Das shown arrested in lawyer Alif’s murder case
A Chattogram Metropolitan Magistrate Court has approved the application to show the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das, a former ISKCON leader and Sanatani Jagaran Jote mouthpiece, in connection with the murder of lawyer Saiful Islam Alif. Das, who is currently jailed in a separate sedition case, was...
Qatar’s deputy PM meets Bangladesh Army chief
Qatar Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan bin Ali Al Thani has met with Bangladesh Army Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman and his accompanying delegation. The Army chief is currently visiting the Gulf state....
Akshay Kumar to play antagonist opposite Saif Ali Khan in Priyadarshan’s Oppam Remake
Akshay Kumar is set to take on a rare villainous role in Priyadarshans Hindi remake of Oppam, where he will star opposite Saif Ali Khan in what promises to be a gripping thriller. First reported by Bollywood Hungama, the casting has now been confirmed by an industry insider who revealed that...
Reform Talks: Prof Riaz urges political parties to unite with allies
National Consensus Commission Vice Chairman Prof Ali Riaz on Sunday urged political parties to encourage their like-minded allies to work towards a consensus over reforms by bridging differences at least on fundamental issues, reports UNB. As political forces, we have the hope, belief and trust...
Cannes Festival’s social media handles feature ‘Ali’
Bangladeshi filmmaker Adnan Al Rajeevs short film Ali has been officially recognised by the social media platforms of the prestigious Festival de Cannes, marking a proud moment for the countrys film industry. The announcement was made on Friday through the festivals official Facebook and...
‘Farmers to get smart cards in place of 'fake' TCB cards’
Food Adviser Ali Imam Majumder said that smart cards will be given to the farmers after cancelling the fake TCB cards across the country. The farmers would be encouraged if they get fair prices of the produced goods, he said while visiting the progress of the construction work of a silo and food...
Consensus Commission is no one's adversary: Ali Riaz
Vice Chairman of the National Consensus Commission Prof Ali Riaz on Saturday said the commission formed to consider the recommendations of various reform commissions, is no ones adversary. He made this claim before sitting in a dialogue with the 12-party unity alliance at the LD Hall of the...
Bangladesh emerging squad announced for South Africa series
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced a 15-player squad for the upcoming Bangladesh Emerging teams home series against South Africa Emerging. The series includes three One Day Internationals (ODIs) and two four-day matches, providing a key development opportunity for the nations rising...
Success of political dialogue depends on unity of democratic forces: Ali Riaz
National Consensus Commission Vice Chairman Professor Ali Riaz on Tuesday said that the ongoing political dialogue in Bangladesh can only succeed if the countrys democratic forces remain united, reports UNB. Speaking during a dialogue between the Commission and the Revolutionary Workers Party at...
Ex-state minister Keramat Ali placed on remand
A Rajbari court on Monday placed former State Minister for Education Kazi Keramat Ali on a two-day remand in a case related to attacks, shooting and explosion during the anti-discrimination student movement in August. Following the hearing of the case, Judicial Magistrate Tamjid Ahmed granted...