October 12, 2026

IBTRA Launches 168th Internship Program

Dhaka:The Islami Bank Training and Research Academy (IBTRA) inaugurated its 168th internship program on Sunday. The event was marked by the presence of Md Altaf Hossain, acting managing director of Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC, who attended as the chief…

Shama Obaed Calls for Enhanced Energy Cooperation with Algeria

Dhaka:State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam has made a call to Algeria to strengthen energy cooperation with Bangladesh, aiming to secure the nation’s long-term energy needs.

According to United News of Bangladesh, the request was mad…

Bangladesh Eyes Victory Against Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi Test

Abu Dhabi:Bangladesh requires seven more wickets on the final day to secure a win against Afghanistan in the one-off Test, having set a challenging target of 479 runs at the Zayed Cricket Stadium.

According to United News of Bangladesh, Afghanistan …

UP Elections Scheduled in Five Phases Starting January 21

Baku:Elections to approximately 4,300 Union Parishads (UPs) across the country are set to occur in five phases from January 21 to May 27, 2027.

According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the Election Commission (EC) has announced that the first phase…

LPG Distributors Announce Nationwide Cylinder Sales Suspension

Dhaka:LPG distributors have declared a two-day nationwide shutdown of cylinder sales on October 15 and 16. This move is in protest against what they describe as ‘harassment by magistrates’ and in demand for a re-fixing of their commission rates.

Acc…