Headline
Clay toys lose ground as plastic dominates childhood
Once central to rural Bengal, traditional pottery now struggles to survive amid plastic dominance and fading public interest.
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The puppets we become: Reading Manik Bandopadhyay in 2026
In 2026, this narrative cuts deeper than ever. Millions live as modern Shoshis — outwardly functional yet existentially adrift.
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Leadership programme trains future women media leaders
32 female students from four leading journalism and communication universities in Bangladesh have completed a three-day intensive leadership training programme designed to prepare the next generation of women media leaders.
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Three people killed in San Diego mosque shooting
A shooting Monday at a mosque complex in southern California killed three people, with two suspected teenage gunmen later found dead in a car from apparent self-inflicted gunshot wounds, police
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Why the Padma Barrage will be a disaster for Bangladesh
The proposed Padma Barrage will deepen Bangladesh’s sediment, water, and ecological crises rather than sustainably resolving them.
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Fire at Bijoy Sarani market brought under control
No casualties had been reported as of 8:20am
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Bangladesh
Govt to restart ICUs at 10 district hospitals
The government is set to revive intensive care unit (ICU) services at 10 district hospitals as authorities continue to struggle to provide critical care to a growing number of measles
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Cattle prices stay high despite surplus
Despite adequate cattle production across the country ahead of Eid-ul-Azha, prices of sacrificial animals, particularly bulls, remain high due to increased production costs.
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Promoted to executive director in morning, order cancelled by afternoon
Questions have since arisen both inside and outside the airline regarding the reason behind such a swift reversal of the decision.
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Gono rooms and guest rooms abolished, not torture through ‘tagging’
After the July mass uprising, the oppressive culture of gono rooms and guest rooms in the residential halls of Dhaka University has come to an end. The tendency of forcibly
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Fire at Bijoy Sarani market brought under control
A fire broke out at a two-storey market in the Bijoy Sarani area of the capital on early Monday, prompting a swift response from multiple Fire Service units...
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Higher power prices may hit Palli Bidyut Samitys
The government is planning to charge 21 profitable Palli Bidyut Samitys (PBSs) higher bulk electricity purchase rates.
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Arakan Army’s actions amount to war crimes: HRW
The Arakan Army, an ethnic armed group in Myanmar’s Rakhine State, committed grave violations of the laws of war amounting to war crimes when it killed and wounded hundreds of
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International
Trump says he paused attack on Iran at Gulf allies' request
US President said he was planning major new assault on Iran, but held off as he saw hope for securing a so far elusive agreement to end the war
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Three killed in San Diego mosque shooting, both suspects dead
TV footage from a helicopter showed armed response teams gathered outside a building, with one unidentified person lying in a pool of blood
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5 dead, including 2 teen suspects, after shooting at San Diego mosque
Two teenage gunmen opened fire on Monday at the Islamic Center of San Diego, California, killing a security guard and two other men outside the mosque before the suspects were
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West Bengal: Bulldozer ‘culture’, ban on cattle trade ahead of Eid-ul-Azha spark unrest
In the Muslim-majority Park Circus area, shops were also demolished using bulldozers. On Sunday, more than 500 men and women protested there. Police used batons, and protesters allegedly threw stones
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Massacres by Arakan Army in Myanmar: Rohingyas still await justice after 2 yrs
Two years after the Arakan Army, an ethnic armed group, killed and wounded hundreds of Rohingya Muslims and burned down their village in Myanmar’s Rakhine State, the survivors remain unable
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Ebola outbreak: Health workers race to respond in DR Congo
Medical personnel were rushing yesterday to the frontlines of a new Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo whose late detection and quick spread have alarmed health experts.
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Technology
BYD launches three new EVs in Bangladesh
BYD has officially launched three new vehicle models in Bangladesh — the BYD Seal 5, BYD Seal 6, and BYD Sealion 6 AWD — at a launch ceremony held on
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6 budget smartwatches available under BDT 5,000
Smartwatches have become increasingly common in Bangladesh, particularly among younger consumers using them for fitness tracking, notifications and call management.
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Jobs of the week
Here are our picks for jobs of the week. Check out the listings for more details.
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Google is making its icons more playful
As technology companies increasingly reshape their products around artificial intelligence (AI), Google is giving its software ecosystem a more vibrant and playful visual identity, expanding a new gradient-based icon design
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Sport
Neymar included in Brazil World Cup squad
Brazil superstar Neymar was handed a dramatic recall to the country's World Cup squad on Monday, returning to the national team after a near three-year absence.
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BBL set for historic season opener in Chennai
According to ESPNcricinfo, Cricket Australia had identified the Chennai venue as a potential host earlier this year.
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Who could be the 2026 World Cup's breakout star?
The son of former Argentine international Pablo Paz has opted to play for the world champions despite being born and raised in Spain.
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Neymar’s long road back: Injury, Santos redemption and Ancelotti’s final call
It will be Neymar’s fourth World Cup appearance, though few expected the journey back to end this way.
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World Cup glory lures superstar coaches into international battle
After decades of coming up short against European opposition in the latter stages of the World Cup, Brazil have turned to one of European football’s greatest ever coaches to end
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আলোচিত
কাওরান বাজারে চাঁদাবাজি নিয়ে মুখোমুখি দুই এমপি
বিরোধী দল বাংলাদেশ জামায়াতে ইসলামীর নেতা ও ঢাকা-১২ আসনের সংসদ সদস্য সাইফুল আলম খান মিলন বলেছেন, রাজধানীর কাওরান বাজারে প্রতিদিন প্রায় দুই থেকে তিন কোটি টাকার চাঁদাবাজি হয়। এর মধ্যে
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মাদারীপুরে ভুল চিকিৎসায় প্রসূতির মৃত্যুর অভিযোগ, মহাসড়ক অবরোধ
সোমবার (১৮ মে) সকাল ৭টার দিকে প্রসবজনিত সমস্যার কারণে তন্নী খানকে কালকিনি উপজেলার ভুরঘাটা এলাকার নূর ক্লিনিকে ভর্তি করা হয়। সকাল ১০টার দিকে ডাক্তার ইশরাত জাহান ঐশি ও হিমেল মাহমুদ
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জামায়াতের সঙ্গে সমঝোতা ভেঙে যাওয়ার কারণ জানালেন চরমোনাই পীর
ত্রয়োদশ জাতীয় সংসদ নির্বাচনের আগ মুহূর্তে জামায়াতে ইসলামীর সঙ্গে সমঝোতা ভেঙে যাওয়ার কারণ ব্যাখ্যা করেছেন ইসলামী আন্দোলন বাংলাদেশের আমির ও চরমোনাই পীর
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Politics
NCP leader resigns, accuses party of right‑wing tilt
Party later expels and replaces him
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NCP accuses Ctg mayor of ‘lying’ over July graffiti erasure
Chattogram leaders allege expressway pillars were cleared for advertisements, while Mayor Shahadat denies ordering any erasure
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CEC wants ‘bloodless’ local polls, urges parties to cooperate
Govt would need time for preparation as local elections are held in phases, he says
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Get ready to play effective role in parliament, PM tells BNP reserved seat MPs
Urges to build parliamentary competence, engage constituents
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BNP announces 7-day programme marking Ziaur Rahman’s 45th death anniv
Bangladesh Nationalist Party on Monday announced a seven-day programme from May 25 to June 1 marking the 45th death anniversary of the party’s founder and former president Ziaur Rahman...
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Business
Planners oppose expensive BRT demolition, suggest bailout
Leading urban planners oppose the recommendation by a BUET expert team to shut down the much-talked-about BRT project, arguing that completion would cost far less than demolition. They estimate the
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Agri absorbs more workers as manufacturing slows
Bangladesh's agricultural sector has re-emerged as a major source of employment since 2017 as the manufacturing sector lost momentum and shed workers, according to a latest World Bank (WB) study.
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Farmers, traders get instant loans at Bangladesh Bank’s Open Loan Programme in Sirajganj
BRAC Bank and the participating banks have extended instant loan facilities to marginalized farmers and smallholder traders in Sirajganj under Bangladesh Bank’s refinancing scheme for Tk. 10/50/100 account holders. Under
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Editorial
Govt must recognise women farmers properly
It is deeply disappointing that women’s contribution to our agricultural workforce remains largely invisible in official records and government support systems.
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Dhaka should confront the Arakan Army’s abduction of fishermen
On the morning of March 28, 2026, some 13 Bangladeshi fishermen left Shah Porir Dwip in Teknaf before dawn, as generations before them had done, to pull nets from the
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Fitch’s negative outlook and how we can navigate the storm ahead
Recently, Fitch Ratings observed that Bangladesh’s economic risks have increased, prompting a downgrade of the country’s sovereign outlook from “stable” to “negative.”
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A society not protective of its children
There is no exact statistics on how many children live on the sidewalks of Dhaka and elsewhere in Bangladesh. A Unicef report published in March 2024 said more than 3.4
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Investment of black money in real estate
The provision for whitening black money has ever remained a tricky issue. This issue emerges as a highly contentious subject every time the authorities approach the national budget. Independent economists
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Entertainment
‘Roid’ selected for major European festival
The festival, which features works by independent filmmakers from around the world, has previously hosted acclaimed directors such as Kiro Russo, Panah Panahi, Haile Gerima, and Shaji N Karun. This
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Eagerly waiting for ‘Mohanagar 3’: Anirban
The actor made a cameo appearance in Ashfaque Nipun’s acclaimed web series “Mohanagar 2” as MP Rajab Ali.
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Security concerns increase at FDC following theft from dubbing room
There was no system for registering visitors to verify identification documents. Anyone claiming to be involved in a shooting was allowed entry without verification
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New podcast ‘Chutir Golpo’ launches with star couple Selim-Rosey
The evening concluded with a musical performance by Rizia Parveen. Event management and concept support for the launch were handled by Ishtishon Communications.
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Health
Five more children die with measles symptoms, 89 new cases confirmed
Five more children have died with measles symptoms across Bangladesh in the last 24 hours, while 89 new infections have been laboratory-confirmed. The Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) revealed
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Life style
Accessorise your hair with flair!
Elevate boring hairstyles using chic accessories like claw clips, rhinestone pins, and traditional Bengali gold khopar kata hair jewellery. Match these historic ornaments with outfits for weddings or birthday parties
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