- Holding national elections is main responsibility of the interim govt: Saiful Haque
- 3 committees formed to advise recruitment, transfers of senior officials
- Dr Yunus urges Türkiye to invest, relocate factories in Bangladesh
- Bashundhara Foundation stands by mass uprising martyr Nazmul’s family
- July proclamation not to be announced by Jan 15: Mahfuj
- Kaizen: The Japanese philosophy for an improved Everyday Life
- BNP thanks Qatar, UK for facilitating Khaleda’s treatment
- Nurul's last ball heroics seal Rangpur's sixth straight win
- Forestland recovered in Gazipur while illegal brick kilns demolished in Tangail
- More than 46,000 Palestinians have been killed, officials say
- OC's body recovered from Shariatpur’s police station
- Ukraine allies push for aid ahead of Trump second term
- SC hearing on Azhar's review plea against war crimes conviction Jan 23
- Leaflets demanding release of July Revolution manifesto distributed to people
- Commerce Adviser acknowledges public suffering due to rice price hike
- Tamim becomes first Bangladeshi to reach 8,000 T20 runs
- Meta ends 'Fact-Checking': What does this mean for media?
- Makeshift courtroom for BDR carnage case proceedings burnt, trial not possible: prosecutor
- Working on someone's side will cause problems: CEC
- DMP files 2,206 cases for traffic rules violation
Meta to show eBay listings on Facebook Marketplace
Meta said Wednesday that it will allow some Facebook users to view eBay listings on its Marketplace service, as it tries out a possible way to resolve European Union charges of anticompetitive behavior that the bloc leveled on 2024. The social media company announced it is starting a test that...
Met office forecasts dry weather nationwide
Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) on Wednesday forecasted weather may remain mainly dry for the next 24 hours over the country beginning from the morning. Weather may remain mainly dry with temporary partly cloudy sky over the country, said the forecast begins from 9am on Wednesday,...
Meta ending fact-checking program: Zuckerberg
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg unveiled significant changes to the companys moderation policies on Tuesday, citing a shifting political and social climate and the need to restore free expression across its platforms. The updates will impact Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, which together serve billions...
How threatening is the new virus?
A new alarm has been raised over the HMPV (Human Metapneumovirus) that emerged in China at the start of the year. Meanwhile, patients infected with this virus have been identified in Japan, Malaysia, and India. Experts have commented that there is no need to panic about this virus in Bangladesh....
Three to die for killing EUB student
A Dhaka court on Sunday sentenced three people to death for killing Ismail Hossain Jisan, a Civil Engineering student of European University of Bangladesh (EUB). Judge of the Dhaka Metropolitan Session Judge Court-5, Farzana Yeasmin delivered the verdict. The condemned convicts are --...
Metrorail services were stopped for 26 minutes
Metrorail, citys fastest public transport, service was closed for 26 minutes on Sunday morning, resulting in sufferings for office-goers and other passengers. Metrorail services were stopped around 9:45 am on Sunday. Several officials in charge of MRT Line-6 told the media that train...
China’s ‘metal storm’ weapon can fire millions of rounds per minute, scientists claim
Chinese scientists are developing a machine gun capable of firing bullets at an unprecedented ratepotentially the fastest in history. The weapon, which is described as a metal storm, consists of five or more barrels, each capable of firing 450,000 rounds per minute. The resulting barrage has an...
DU Bijoy Ekattor Hall BCL president Sajib arrested
Dhaka Metropolitan Police Lalbag Zone arrested Dhaka University (DU) Bijoy Ekattor Hall Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL) president Sajibur Rahman Sajib for attacking the Anti-discrimination Student Movement on the campus. Police arrested Sajib from the Jaforbad area of Hazaribagh in the capital...
Meta scrambles to delete its own AI accounts after backlash intensifies
Meta promptly deleted several of its own AI-generated accounts after human users began engaging with them and posting about the bots sloppy imagery and tendency to go off the rails and even lie in chats with humans. The issue emerged last week when Connor Hayes, a vice president for Metas...
Traffic rules violation: DMP files 1,356 cases
The Traffic Division of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has filed 1,356 cases for traffic law violation during drives conducted in different parts of the capital, reports UNB. The drives were conducted on Tuesday by the DMPs Traffic Division, said Talebur Rahman, DC (Media) of the DMP....
Met office forecasts dry weather over country
Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) on Tuesday predicted that weather may remain dry for the next 24 hours over the country, reports BSS. The forecast, which begins at 9 a.m., says, Weather may remain dry with a temporary partly cloudy sky over the country. Ridge of sub-continental...
Met office forecasts dry weather over country
Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) on Monday forecasted that weather may remain dry for the next twenty-four hours over the country begins from this morning, reports BSS. Weather may remain dry with temporary partly cloudy sky over the country, said a forecast. Ridge of...
Met office forecasts dry weather over country
Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) on Sunday forecasted that weather may remain mainly dry over the country for the next 24 hours begins from this morning, reports BSS. Weather may remain mainly dry with temporary partly cloudy sky over the country, said the forecast begins from 9am...
Right decisions could have saved many lives: DMP commissioner
Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) commissioner Sheikh Md Sazzat Ali said many lives could have been saved during the mass uprising if the police had made the right decisions. He on Saturday made the statement while addressing the annual meeting of Bangladesh Retired Police Officers Welfare...
Temperature may drop in next 5 days: BMD
The day and night temperatures may fall over the country in five days till Wednesday, according to Bangladesh Metrological Department (BMD), reports UNB. Weather may remain mainly dry with temporary partly cloudy sky over the country, having chances of light rain/drizzle at one or two places...
DU metro station to remain closed for 2 days
The Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited (DMTCL) today (Dec 25) suspended metro rail operations at the Dhaka University station due to security concerns. The decision was made following a letter sent to DMTCL by the university authorities, said the companys General Manager (operations), Md...
Meta to add virtual display to ray-ban glasses in 2025
Meta is preparing to upgrade its popular Ray-Ban smart glasses with a major technological innovation. The new version, slated for release in 2025 will include an integrated virtual display, according to a report from the Financial Times. This upgrade will help Meta strengthen its position in a...
DMP bans fireworks during Christmas celebrations
Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has issued a public notice prohibiting all forms of fireworks, firecrackers, and sky lanterns to ensure smooth and safe Christmas celebrations, reports UNB. The directive was announced on Tuesday through a public notice signed by DMP Commissioner Sheikh Md. Sajjat...
BMD predicts dry weather over country
Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) on Monday forecasted that weather may remain dry over the country for the next 24 hours begins from this morning, reports BSS. Weather may remain dry with temporary partly cloudy sky over the country, said the forecast begins from 9am Monday. The...
DMP issues traffic guidelines for BPL concert
The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has issued guidelines for vehicles plying near the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium as well as Mirpur-10 from 1pm to 10pm on Monday, in order to ensure smooth traffic during the BPL T20 Music Fest, reports The Business Standard. The festival is being...
DMP to launch anti-extortion operations
Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Sheikh Md Sajjat Ali has said that extortion is contributing to the rising prices of essential commodities, causing significant hardship for lower- and middle-income groups, reports Dhaka Tribune. He added that extortion must be eradicated and...
Global health initiative tackles metabolic syndrome through personalized nutrition
A groundbreaking research project led by the University of Wollongong (UOW) aims to combat metabolic syndrome by focusing on the benefits of increased dietary fiber intake and personalized nutrition. This initiative has been awarded significant funding under the National Health and Medical Research...
Mainly dry weather for next 24hrs
Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) on Wednesday forecasted that weather may remain mainly dry for the next twenty-four hours beginning this morning. Weather may remain mainly dry with the temporary partly cloudy sky over the country, according to the forecast, which begins at 9am on...
DMTCL to introduce QR code as an alternative
Dhaka Mass Transit Company Ltd (DMTCL) has announced plans of installing QR code as an alternative to the single-journey metro tickets. DMTCL has revealed its plan Tuesday night on verified Facebook page while apologizing to passengers for the inconvenience regarding tickets. Seeking apology...
Meta upgrades Ray-Ban smart glasses with AI video, live translation
Meta Platforms announced on Monday a significant update to its Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, introducing AI-powered video capabilities and real-time language translation, reports Reuters. The new features, first revealed at Metas Connect conference in September, are now available to members of its...
DMP to launch 'Quick Response Team' for faster services
The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) is planning several new initiatives, including the formation of a quick response team, to provide faster and better services to the citys 20 million residents. DMP has planned to form a quick response team to ensure that better police services are provided as...
BMD forecasts dry weather, fog, and cooler condition across Bangladesh
Bangladesh is set to experience dry weather with occasional partly cloudy skies in the coming days, the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) announced Friday. A mild cold wave continues to affect the northern and western regions, including districts like Panchagarh, Rajshahi, and...
Meta platforms donates $1 million to Trump’s inaugural fund, signaling shift in relations
Meta Platforms has donated $1 million to President-elect Donald Trumps inaugural fund, marking a shift in CEO Mark Zuckerbergs previously strained relationship with the incoming administration. The company confirmed the donation, which contrasts with past practices, especially following Trumps...