May 5, 2026

Stocks Falls as Broad-Based Selling Pressure Weighs

Dhaka: The benchmark index of the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) today resumed its downward trajectory as broad-based selling pressure dominated the session, with banking stocks exerting notable drag following post-record date adjustments. The DSEX, the k…

46,528 Bangladeshi Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj

Dhaka: A total of 46,528 Bangladeshi Hajj pilgrims have so far reached Saudi Arabia through 118 Hajj flights. Director of the Bangladesh Hajj Office, Md Lokman Hossain, confirmed that 118 flights had landed in Jeddah by 10 am today.

According to Ban…

Jahangirnagar University to Host 8th Model UN Conference in May

Savar: Jahangirnagar University Model United Nations Association (JUMUNA) is set to organise the 8th edition of the “Jahangirnagar Model United Nations Conference 2026” from May 15 to 17 on the campus. The announcement was made at a press conference h…

No Load-Shedding for a Week as Power Supply Meets Demand

Dhaka: The country has experienced no load-shedding for a week as electricity generation consistently matched demand, according to official data covering the period from April 27 to May 3.

According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, favourable weather…

Govt Making Strides to Ensure Healthcare for All: Zubaida Rahman

Dhaka: Prime Minister’s wife Dr. Zubaida Rahman has emphasized the government’s efforts to ensure healthcare accessibility for all citizens. She highlighted these initiatives while addressing a views-exchange meeting at Kurmitola General Hospital.

A…