May 9, 2026

President Shahabuddin Departs for UK Health Check-Up

Dhaka: President Mohammed Shahabuddin left Dhaka for London this morning for follow-up medical treatment and health check-up.

According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, a regular commercial aircraft (flight BG-201) of the Biman Bangladesh Airlines, …

50,111 Bangladeshi Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj

Dhaka: A total of 50,111 Bangladeshi Hajj pilgrims have reached Saudi Arabia through 128 flights, with the highest number transported by Biman Bangladesh Airlines. Director of the Bangladesh Hajj Office, Md Lokman Hossain, confirmed that 128 flights h…

13 Shops Gutted in Pirojpur Fire

Pirojpur: At least 13 business establishments were gutted in a devastating fire that broke out at Shariktala Bazar in Sadar upazila of the district early this morning.

According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the blaze erupted around 1:00 am in one…

Met Office Predicts Rain in Parts of Bangladesh

Dhaka: Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) today forecasted rain in different parts of the country in the next 24 hours commencing from 9 am.

According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, “Rain/thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty/squa…

Bangladesh and Pakistan Commit to Strengthening Bilateral Ties

Dhaka: Bangladesh and Pakistan today reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral engagement and expanding cooperation across key sectors as senior ministers of the two countries held talks in the capital, emphasizing regional connectivity and p…

Man Electrocuted to Death While Fishing in Paikgachha

Paikgachha: A 35-year-old man died after being electrocuted while catching fish at a shrimp enclosure in Paikgachha upazila today. The deceased was identified as Iman Ali Morol, son of Jiba Morol from Gajalia village in the upazila.

According to Ban…