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US, allies call for 21-day ceasefire across Israel-Lebanon border
05:02 PM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayThe United States and several of its allies called Wednesday for a 21-day ceasefire across the Israel-Lebanon border as they work to prevent a regional war from erupting and to jolt stalled hostage talks between Israel and Hamas.
Fakhrul sees Indo-Bangla ‘ice starting to melt’
04:56 PM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayThe Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) believes relations with India are improving after the formation of an interim government following student-led clashes that led to the ousting of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
Joy, Saddam sued for attempted murder
04:38 PM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayFormer President of the Chhatra League, Al Nahiyan Khan Joy, incumbent president Saddam Hossain, and 64 others have been accused in an attempted murder case.
Liquidity crisis will be resolved soon, hopes Mintoo
04:15 PM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayAbdul Awal Mintoo, former president of FBCCI and chairman of National Bank, expressed optimism that the bank's liquidity crisis will be resolved soon, following assurances from Bangladesh Bank Governor Ahsan H Mansoor.
Indian citizen detained for trespassing in Kurigram
04:08 PM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayThe Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) arrested an Indian national, Mozaffar Hossain, 48, for illegal entry at the Bhurungamari border in Kurigram.
Teen murder: Ex-DC Mashiur placed on 7-day remand
03:39 PM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayA Dhaka court has granted a seven-day remand for Mashiur Rahman, the former deputy commissioner of the Detective Branch (Lalbagh Division) of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police, in connection with the killing of teenager Abdul Motalib during the uprising.
What will US interest rate cuts mean for Asia and the Pacific?
03:18 PM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayThe recent interest rate cuts by the United States Federal Reserve present opportunities and challenges for central banks in Asia and the Pacific. Policymakers must adopt a balanced, country-specific approach to navigate potential inflationary pressures, exchange rate volatility, and capital inflow dynamics.
Committed to upholding human rights, freedom of speech: Yunus
02:56 PM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayChief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus has said his government is committed to upholding human rights and freedom of speech in the country...
Shakib announces retirement from Test, T20I
02:26 PM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayShakib Al Hasan has announced his retirement from cricket's Test and T20I formats. He made the announcement in a press conference in India's Kanpur on Thursday. He said the upcoming Test series against South Africa in October will be his last in the format...
Pakistan urges UNSC to impose sanctions on Israel for Gaza genocide
02:06 PM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayPakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Wednesday urged the United Nations Security Council to apply sanctions against Israel including an arm and trade embargo for its genocidal acts against the Palestinians...
Why Dhaka-Delhi relations fall short: A tale of exploitation and missed opportunities
01:37 PM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayThe relationship between Dhaka and Delhi could have been as strong as the one between Washington and London. The Washington-London relationship is special, characterized by mutual respect and trust. But, it is unimaginable for America to interfere in Britain’s internal affairs or those of France or Germany.
Death toll in Pakistan Shia-Sunni clashes rises to 20
01:09 PM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayThe death toll from sectarian clashes between two tribes in northwestern Pakistan has risen to 20, a local official said Wednesday, as a deadly feud entered its fifth day.
Holders Liverpool hit five against West Ham
01:02 PM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayDiogo Jota and Cody Gakpo each scored two goals as Liverpool began their defence of the Carabao Cup by coming from behind to thrash West Ham at Anfield...
Black soil Kanpur pitch ready for Bangladesh
12:44 PM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayFor the first time, Bangladesh will play in Kanpur, the commercial capital of Uttar Pradesh, India. The Tigers will take on India in the final Test of the two-match series at Green Park Stadium this Friday.
47 SPs promoted to addl DIG
12:30 PM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayThe government has promoted 47 officials of the rank of superintendent of police, SP, to the posts of additional deputy inspector general...
Lottery or exam for school admission, decision today
12:17 PM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayThe government's longstanding practice of using a lottery system for school admissions has faced growing criticism from educational institutions and parents. Many have called for a return to merit-based admissions through exams.
Tigresses head for UAE to play T20 World Cup
12:04 PM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayThe Bangladesh women's cricket team departed Dhaka International Airport at 10:00am Thursday, to compete in the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates.
Yunus seeks Gates Foundation's support for Bangladesh health sector
11:41 AM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayChief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus has urged the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to increase its support for Bangladesh's health sector.
3 RMG workers die in Manikganj road mishap
11:34 AM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayThree ready-made garments workers were killed and at least 30 others injured as a minibus and a truck collided in Manikganj’s Shibalaya on Thursday morning. The deceased were identified as Bithi Aktar, 28, wife of Iqbal Hossain, Fuli Begum, 30, wife of Abdul Baten, and Sabina Aktar, 25...
China keen to invest in Bangladesh’s solar panels, deepen ties
11:00 AM, 26 Sep 2024 ThursdayChinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi today said his country wants to invest in solar panels in Bangladesh and deepen trade and economic ties with Dhaka...