May 17, 2026

Free Wi-Fi for 37,000 Passengers at a Time Launched at HSIA

Dhaka: The government today launched free high-speed Wi-Fi service at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA), enabling more than 37,000 passengers to access internet services simultaneously as part of efforts to strengthen digital connectivity …

2 of Karim Sharif Gang Held in Sundarbans

Khulna: Members of the Bangladesh Coast Guard early today arrested two active members of the notorious Karim Sharif pirate gang along with arms and ammunition from the Sundarbans and rescued four fishermen who had been held hostage by the gang.

Acco…

Airbus Proposes 10-Jet Deal to Biman Bangladesh Airlines

Dhaka: European aerospace giant Airbus has made a fresh proposal to Biman Bangladesh Airlines to supply 10 aircraft, days after the national carrier signed a US$3.7 billion deal with rival Boeing, officials said today. Biman sources said, Airbus has f…

Nor’wester Causes Widespread Damage in Naogaon

Naogaon: A fierce nor’wester storm has caused extensive damage in Patnitala upazila of the district, leaving homes, shops, and infrastructure affected.

According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the sudden storm disrupted daily life, cut off electri…

BWDB Initiates Toll-Free SMS for Flood Warnings in Bangladesh

Dhaka: Bangladesh Water Development Board (BWDB) has embarked on a progressive initiative to deliver flood forecasts to residents in flood-prone regions via toll-free SMS (short message service).

According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the BWDB ha…