November 21, 2025

China Honors Bangladeshi Professionals at Training Reunion

Dhaka: China has honoured Bangladeshi professionals who participated in various Chinese government training programmes this year, underscoring both nations’ shared development vision and the strength of 50 years of Bangladesh-China diplomatic ties. Th…

Tk 6.95 Crore Realised for Workers as NLASO Ramps Up ADR Efforts

Dhaka: The National Legal Aid Services Organisation (NLASO), through its two labour legal aid cells in Dhaka and Chattogram, has so far realised Tk 69,581,916 in compensation for workers through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). According to its l…

Taijul Islam Equals Shakib Al Hasan’s Test Wicket Record

Dhaka: Left-arm spinner Taijul Islam equaled Shakib Al Hasan as the highest wicket-taker for Bangladesh in Test cricket after claiming 4-76 in the first innings of the second Test against Ireland at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium today. Sh…

Mastermind of Fake Visa Scam Arrested in City

Dhaka: The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) arrested the mastermind of an organized fraud ring that embezzled Tk 1.22 crore from 28 people by promising jobs, visas and air tickets to Russia. The accused Abdullah, 45, was detained on Thursday fr…

BDRCS Bagerhat Unit Forms New Committee After Two Decades

Bagerhat: Bangladesh Red Crescent Society Bagerhat Unit has successfully formed a new committee after 20 years, marking a significant milestone with peaceful elections held on Thursday. Professor Sheikh Mostahidul Alam Robi, who previously served as t…

Winter Pitha Business Gains Momentum in Khulna

Khulna: With the onset of winter, the traditional pitha (rice cake) trade has become lively across Khulna city and its outskirts. Temporary stalls have sprung up at intersections, footpaths, and local markets, offering a variety of winter delicacies s…