Warnings for snow, ice and rain are in place across parts of the UK, with areas in southern England being warned of flooding due to rain and melting snow caused by milder temperatures. More than 100 flood warnings have been issued for parts of the south of England, meaning flooding is “expected” in these areas. More than 260 flood alerts ...

The government wants to introduce a fully electronic passport (e-passport) by December this year, instead of machine-readable passports, said Home Affairs Adviser Jahangir Alam Chowdhury on Monday. He came up with the information while briefing reporters after visiting passport office at Agargaon in the capital. Informing that the government is trying to transforming all passports into electronic passports, the Home ...

Syria’s new foreign minister Asaad al-Shaibani landed in the United Arab Emirates Monday on his first visit to the country since rebels toppled president Bashar al-Assad last month, official news agency SANA said, reports AFP. “Shaibani, accompanied by defense minister Murhaf Abu Qasra and intelligence chief Anas Khattab arrive in the United Arab Emirates,” SANA said, a day after they ...

Two motorcyclists were killed in a head-on collision between a motorcycle and a CNG-powered auto-rickshaw in Sunamganj’s Shantiganj on Monday. The road accident occurred around 10:30 am in Sichni area under Dargapasha union of the upazila. The dead were identified as Amirul Islam, 50, of Nurpur village under Derai upazila, and Rajin Ahmed, 26, son of Habibur Rahman of Aktapara ...

A four-day international trade shows on garment accessories, packaging machinery, and allied products will begin at the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) in the capital on January 8. The trade shows include the 22nd edition of ‘Garment Technology Bangladesh 2025 (GTB 2025), also known as International Tradeshow on Apparel Machinery and Allied Products, and the 14th edition of International Tradeshow ...

Australia has reclaimed the Border-Gavaskar Trophy after a 10-year gap, defeating India in the third Test at Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). The victory not only secured the series for Australia but also ensured their qualification for the World Test Championship final where they are set to face South Africa. The chase of 162 runs was accomplished comfortably, thanks to an ...

The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) on Monday issued an arrest warrant against 11 individuals, including former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, over enforced disappearance during the 15-year rule of the Awami League. A three-member judicial panel, led by the tribunal chairman Justice Md Golam Mortuza Mozumder, issued the order following a prayer submitted earlier by the prosecution. The ICT also ordered ...

Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) authorities have suspended its 15 officers and employees, including doctors, senior staff nurses, on charge of their involvement in the July killing. An official order, signed by BSMMU registrat Prof Md Nazrul Islam, in this regard informed the matter on Sunday. “As per the decision of the 94th meeting of the university syndicate, the ...

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Sunday stressed the importance of maintaining constant combat readiness to safeguard the country’s sovereignty. He made this statement during the Army Manoeuvre Exercise 2024-25, held by the 55 Infantry Division at the Rajbari Military Training Area today, as reported by the Inter-Services Public Relations Directorate (ISPR). “The Bangladesh Army is a source of pride ...

Renowned Bangladeshi actor Prabir Mitra passed away on Sunday night while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Dhaka. The news of his death was confirmed by his family members. Actor Misha Sawdagor also confirmed the news through a social media post, writing, “Prabir Mitra Dada is no more. He passed away a short while ago. May the Creator forgive ...