Bangladesh has formally approached the International Monetary Fund for a new financial arrangement aimed at reinforcing its macroeconomic reform efforts, the IMF confirmed on Wednesday. In a statement, IMF Mission Chief for Bangladesh Ivo Krznar said discussions have begun on the policy framework and structural priorities that would underpin the proposed funding package. The request comes as the country reassesses ...

Former Narayanganj City Corporation mayor Dr Selina Hayat Ivy was released on bail from Kashimpur Central Women’s Prison on Wednesday night after obtaining bail in all 12 cases pending against her. She walked out of the prison at around 10:10 PM, prison authorities said. According to officials, courts granted Ivy bail in the cases filed against her in different police ...

Nothing says “fall” like a gorgeous, showstopping pumpkin cake. This 3D Pumpkin Cake has layers of rich, moist red velvet cake, a smooth and tangy cream cheese frosting, and a luscious Swiss meringue buttercream finish. It’s not just a cake; it’s a centrepiece, a conversation starter, and a true treat for the senses. Get ready for some fun carving, colouring, ...

Muhammed Shahed Rahman : British Bangladeshi Social and Cultural Association UK held its Bengali New Year and Eid reunion. Fakhrul Ambia, president of the British Bangladeshi Social and Cultural Association UK, presided over the Bengali New Year and Eid reunion event at the Brady Arts Centre in East London on June 1. The first part of the event was hosted ...

England will have a chance to prove they have learned from their Ashes drubbing when they face New Zealand in the first Test of their home season at Lord’s on Thursday. The tourists were swept aside 4-1 in Australia in a series that ended in January, sparking renewed criticism of Brendon McCullum’s men over their ultra-aggressive “Bazball” style of cricket. ...

Deaths among children due to measles and related symptoms have crossed 600 in just over two and a half months, according to an updated released by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) on Wednesday. Seven new deaths from measles-like symptoms were recorded in the 24 hours till 8am on Wednesday. No death from confirmed measles case was reported over ...

State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj said on Wednesday all English-medium schools in the country will be brought under a single set of guidelines. The initiative aims to ensure quality teaching standards, academic excellence, student safety, accountability, and alignment with national interests. He made the remarks while visiting the Aga Khan Academy Dhaka in a student exhibition. ...

The Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) has announced a significant increase in electricity tariffs at both wholesale and consumer levels, with the new rates taking effect from 1 June. At a press briefing held on Wednesday (3 June) at the Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh (IEB) in Dhaka, BERC said the wholesale electricity tariff has been raised by 19.85 percent. The ...

Bangla Mirror desk : The colourful ‘Camden Pitha Mela 2026’ was held for the first time on Sunday, May 31, at Thanet Hall, Harvat Street, Camden Borough, London, under the initiative of the Bengali Arts and Cultural Society, with the aim of spreading Bengali culture and heritage abroad. The day-long event was held in a festive atmosphere with the participation ...

New Zealand Cricket has announced the itinerary for Bangladesh Women’s white-ball tour of New Zealand on Wednesday, set to take place in December. The White Ferns will host Bangladesh for a six-match series comprising three Women’s T20 Internationals and three Women’s One Day Internationals, marking their only home assignment of the season. New Zealand were initially due to tour Australia ...