Dhaka: On January 2, 1975, the death of revolutionary leftist leader Siraj Sikder in state custody became one of the most controversial episodes in the early history of independent Bangladesh. Sikder had been arrested in Chattogram and was subsequentl…
Bagerhat: The Sundarbans will reopen to fishermen, forest-dependent people, and tourists on September 1 after a three-month closure, bringing renewed activity to the riverbanks of Bagerhat and Mongla.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, fisher…
Dhaka: Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) Country Representative Kazuiki Kataoka said political and social stability following Bangladesh’s February 2026 general election has encouraged Japanese companies to reassess the country’s market potent…
Chattogram: The foundation stone of a $550 million Greenfield Container Terminal at Laldia Char in Patenga will be laid tomorrow, marking a major expansion of Chattogram Port’s container-handling capacity. This significant development aims to enhance …
Dhaka: Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today affirmed the government’s steadfast commitment to fulfilling the aspirations of Freedom Fighters (FFs), victims of enforced disappearances, and those affected by various democratic movements, including the ma…
Khulna: Khulna city unit of BNP today announced a five-day programme to mark the party’s 48th founding anniversary and formed three sub-committees to ensure its successful observance. The programme was announced at a joint preparatory meeting held at …
Jhenaidah: Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Md Asaduzzaman announced that the government will make a decision on whether Bangladesh will join the Mecca Pact after thoroughly assessing all relevant aspects.
According to Bangladesh Sang…
Dhaka: Inspector General of Police (IGP) Md Ali Hossain Fakir has instructed field-level police officials to work with the people to prevent and combat crimes. He gave the instruction while addressing the concluding session of the day-long Police Head…
Dhaka: As Bangladesh observes the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, popularly known as ‘Ghum Day’, the country is confronting one of the most disturbing chapters of its recent political history, marked by the widespread alle…