Elections could be held within next 18 months: Army chief

Pledging unwavering support for the interim government to complete essential reforms after the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, army chief General Waker-uz-Zaman said that elections could take place within the next 18 months.

Yunus-Biden talks today

Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus will hold a bilateral meeting with US President Joe Biden on Tuesday on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

Touhid, Jaishankar meet in NY to discuss mutual interests

The Foreign Affairs Adviser of Bangladesh's interim government, Touhid Hossain, met with Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in New York, USA, to discuss issues of mutual interest.

Yunus arrives in New York

Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus has arrived in the United States of America (USA) to attend the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

Attack on Bernicat’s convoy: Accused Siam arrested

The Detective Branch of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) on Monday arrested Siam Hasan, 26, a charge-sheeted accused in a case lodged over the attack on the convoy of then-US Ambassador to Bangladesh Marcia S Bernicat in August 2018.

Bangladesh lodges official protest over Amit Shah’s remarks

Bangladesh has lodged a strong protest against the highly deplorable remarks reportedly made by the Indian Home Minister Amit Shah about Bangladeshi nationals during his recent visit to Jharkhand.

Death toll in Israeli strikes on Lebanon rises to nearly 500

Israeli air strikes on Lebanon killed at least 492 people on Monday, including 35 children, the health ministry said, marking the deadliest day of cross-border violence since the Gaza war began.

52 Ashulia factories remain closed amid protests, traffic resumes

The industrial area of Ashulia saw some unrest this morning, but tensions eased by noon as traffic returned to normal on the Abdullahpur-Bypail road. Despite this, 52 factories remain closed.

Tabith announces bid for BFF presidency

Shahriar Kabir shown arrested in 2 separate murder cases

A Dhaka court on Monday showed Ekattorer Ghatak Dalal Nirmul Committee president Shahriar Kabir arrested in two separate murder cases filed with the capital's Jatrabari Police Station.

100 killed, over 400 wounded in Israeli strikes on Lebanon

Lebanon said 50 people were killed and more than 300 wounded in Israeli strikes on the south on Monday, the heaviest daily toll in nearly a year of cross-border clashes.

Traffic violations: DMP files 870 cases, fines Tk 35.79 lakh

Dhaka Metropolitan Police's (DMP) Traffic Division has filed a total of 870 cases and imposed Taka 35,79,500 as fine in a single day across the capital for violating traffic rules.

Rhea Singha crowned Miss Universe India 2024

Gujarat’s Rhea Singha has been crowned Miss Universe India 2024, and will now represent India at the global Miss Universe 2024 pageant.

Sri Lanka beat New Zealand by 63 runs in first Test

Prabath Jayasuriya took five wickets to steer Sri Lanka to a 63-run victory Monday over New Zealand on the final morning of the first Test in Galle.

Half fare for students 7 days a week: Bus owners

The Dhaka Road Transport Owners Association has announced that students will now be able to enjoy half-fare bus rides in all metropolitan areas, including Dhaka, seven days a week.

RMG workers block Tongi-Ashulia road demanding dues

Hundreds of ready-made garment workers blocked the Tongi-Ashulia road in Savar, Dhaka, on Monday, demanding their unpaid salaries. The workers of Generation Next Garments took to the streets in the Narsinghapur area to stage demonstration.

Exessive chemicals, heavy metal lurk in fruits, veggies

Two separate studies reveal alarming levels of harmful chemicals and pesticide residues in common vegetables and fruits. The Bangladesh Safe Food Authority conducted the research.

Anisul, Mamun shown arrested in 2 more murder cases

Former Law Minister Anisul Huq and former Inspector General of Police Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun have been shown as arrested in two separate murder cases.

Dissanayake sworn in as Sri Lankan President

Sri Lanka's new president, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, has taken his oath of office, promising to "rewrite history" for a country that is recovering from its worst economic crisis.

Yunus off to New York to attend 79th UNGA session

Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus has left Dhaka for New York to attend the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). A Qatar Airways flight QR-643, carrying Yunus and his entourage, left Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in the capital around 5:05 am on Monday.