The presidential election will be held on time and candidates for the post will be nominated according to the party’s decision, LGRD Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said on Monday. He made the remarks while responding to journalists’ questions after inaugurating the divisional office of the Bangladesh Rural Development Board (BRDB) in the Terminal area of Rangpur city. Mirza Fakhrul ...

The prosecution on Monday submitted charges against deposed former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, former army chief General Aziz Ahmed and 39 others in a crimes against humanity case over the killings surrounding the Hefazat-e-Islam Bangladesh rally at Shapla Chattar in Dhaka’s Motijheel in 2013. The formal charges were submitted to the registrar of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) at around ...

Charges have submitted against outgoing President Mohammed Shahabuddin with the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) seeking investigation for his crimes against humanity during the July uprising. Bangladesh Azad Party (BAP) submitted the allegation on Sunday. Confirming the matter, retired Col Hasinur Rahman said an allegation has been submitted seeking investigation against former presidents Mohammed Shahabuddin and Abdul Hamid.

Former President Md Shahabuddin left the official presidential residence, Bangabhaban, on Sunday (July 26), two days after stepping down. He departed at 2:25PM for his private residence, Green Villa, in Gulshan. Md Shahabuddin resigned from the presidency on July 24. Although he was elected to serve a five-year term under the Constitution, he remained in office for three years and ...

A Dhaka court on Sunday deferred until August 13 the hearing on charge framing against former prime minister Sheikh Hasina and 33 others in a murder case filed over the death of truck driver Hossain during the last year’s anti-discrimination student protests. Dhaka Special Judge Court-4 Judge Robiul Alam passed the order after the prosecution and defence sought more time ...

Kanaighat upazila Correspondent : Police recovered the hanging body of a young man from a tree in Mikirpara village of Kanaighat upazila in Sylhet on Sunday morning. The deceased was identified as Syed Ahmed Sharif, 22, son of late Monir of Mikirpara village under Lakshmiprasad Purba Union. According to locals, Sharif’s mother spotted him hanging from a tree near their ...

When the heat rises and your energy dips, nothing revives quite like a tall glass of something cold and homemade. These fresh juice recipes bring together the earthy sweetness of fruits, the sharp kick of ginger and chilli, and the timeless tang of citrus. Whether it’s the smoky charm of pora aamer sharbat or the subtle elegance of watermelon juice ...

A year-long study by the Environment and Social Development Organization (ESDO) has found harmful microplastics in 26 out of 34 toothpaste brands sold in Bangladesh, including several products marketed for children. The findings, released at a press conference in Dhaka on Sunday, revealed that some toothpaste samples contained up to 320 microplastic particles per 100 grams, raising concerns over potential ...

An extended period of crude oil prices remaining above $100 per barrel could significantly impact the global economy by driving up inflation, food, and transport costs, according to analysts cited by The National. Oil prices recorded a second consecutive week of sharp gains, driven by the escalating US-Iran conflict, the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and Houthi attacks ...

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Sunday said promotions in the Bangladesh Army should be determined by merit, professional competence, integrity, leadership and discipline, rather than personal or political considerations, to build a modern and professional force. Speaking at the opening session of the Army Headquarters Selection Board-2026 at the Army Headquarters in Dhaka Cantonment, the Prime Minister said fairness and ...