India has clarified that it does not endorse any statements made by former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina, with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) saying her recent press conference in New Delhi was organized by a private entity and had no backing from the Indian government. India has distanced itself from remarks made by former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh ...

Home Adviser Salahuddin Ahmed on Friday dismissed claims surrounding recent remarks allegedly made by former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, saying there was no evidence that she had appeared publicly or delivered any speech. He also said the people of Bangladesh would not allow those accused of genocide and crimes against humanity to resume political activities in the country. Speaking to ...

Fashion is increasingly embracing comfort alongside style. A growing fusion trend among young women and working professionals combines traditional outfits with modern elements, creating looks that are both elegant and practical. Wide-flared kurtis, loose tunics, and oversized shirts paired with high-waisted wide-leg trousers or denim have become popular choices. Rather than focusing solely on glamour, today’s fashion reflects individuality, confidence, ...

Three more children died with measles symptoms across the country in the 24 hours, raising nationwide death toll to 860. During the same period, 1,218 children were infected with measles or exhibited symptoms of the disease, according to a regular report released by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) on Friday afternoon (August 7). According to DGHS data, a ...

Former Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan has said he is willing to return to the country to face all legal cases against him, including a murder case, if the government guarantees his safety. He also said that if an immediate return is not possible, he would like to return alongside former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, referring to her as the ...

Green chilli prices in Dinajpur’s Hili have plummeted to Tk 120 per kg, down from Tk 400 just a few days ago, following a surge in supply driven by fresh imports from India. On Thursday, imported Indian green chillies were sold at Tk 100 per kg at wholesale rates within the Hili Land Port area. A survey of retail markets ...

Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Friday said there is no alternative to an independent, responsible and strong media for establishing sustainable democracy. “Democracy will be strengthened if the media is strengthened. However, not only the government but also media owners, journalists and state institutions must collectively play their respective responsible roles to build ...

The government has initiated a move to rename the elite Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) as the Special Response Battalion (SRB) under a new legal framework, with a draft bill already approved and published on the Ministry of Home Affairs’ website for public opinion. The proposed bill seeks to provide a legal basis for the existing RAB structure by reconstituting it ...

The results of this year’s Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and equivalent examinations will be published on 10 August, according to a press release issued by the Ministry of Education on Thursday. The theoretical examinations of the SSC and equivalent examinations began on 21 April and continued until 20 May. The practical examinations were held from 7 June to 14 June. ...

The Bangladesh Jewellers’ Association (Bajus) slashed gold prices by Tk 3,266 per bhori within a single day, citing a drop in the price of pure gold in the local market. BAJUS announced the decision through a press release on Friday morning, bringing the new tariff into effect at 10:00 am on 7 August. Under the revised pricing structure, consumers will ...