November 21, 2025

UN and US Offer Support Following Earthquake in Dhaka

Dhaka: The United Nations and the United States today expressed deep sympathy and solidarity with those affected by Friday’s earthquake in Dhaka, as both conveyed support while authorities continue assessing the tremor’s impact.

According to Banglad…

Bangladesh Seeks ILO Support for Labour Sector Development

Geneva: Labour and Employment Adviser Brigadier General (Retd) Dr M Sakhawat Hossain has called on ILO Director-General Gilbert F Houngbo and sought support from the UN agency for the development of Bangladesh’s labour sector. The bilateral meeting to…

Nilphamari to Host Second Phase of Rangpur Divisional Book Cycle

Nilphamari: The three-day second phase of the ‘Rangpur Divisional Book Cycle’ is set to take place in Nilphamari from February 21, 2026, aiming to further promote book reading among the youth and encourage a book-oriented culture.

According to Bangl…

Three Bangladesh Players Shortlisted for Women’s IPL Auction

Delhi: As many as three Bangladesh players have entered the auction for the upcoming Women’s Premier League (WPL), popularly known as the Women’s IPL, scheduled to be held on November 27 in Delhi. Pacer Marufa Akter, all-rounder Shorna Akter, and spin…

Sarjis Alam Demands Extradition of Mass Murderer Sheikh Hasina

Atwari: Sarjis Alam, the Chief Organizer for the Northern Region of the Jatiya Nagorik Party (NCP), has stated that India’s opinion regarding Bangladesh holds little significance until New Delhi agrees to extradite Sheikh Hasina, whom he labels as a m…

BMU Takes Emergency Measures to Treat Quake-Injured

Dhaka: Bangladesh Medical University (BMU) authorities have taken emergency measures to ensure prompt treatment for those injured in today’s earthquake. BMU has reserved four beds at its general emergency unit for the immediate treatment of quake vict…