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Key legislative reforms of 2025 in Bangladesh
Bangladesh experienced major changes to its legal framework through ordinances in 2025. In total, the President promulgated 78 ordinances (at the time of writing this piece) across a wide range
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Ahmed Hasan Sunny and Nusrat Maati host post-wedding reception
Meanwhile, Sunny’s film “Ekhane Rajnoitik Alaap Joruri” is set for release on January 16. Ahead of the release, the filmmaker has been busy with promotional activities, with the teaser, trailer
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24th Dhaka International Film Festival kicks off
The curtain rose on the 24th Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) with a colourful inauguration ceremony at the National Museum in the capital, officially marking the beginning of this year’s
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One dead after migrant boat sinks off Turkey
One person died and seven others were missing Saturday after a migrant boat sank..
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S Africa calls joint naval drills with Iran, Russia ‘essential’
South Africa on Saturday began naval drills with Russia, Iran and China..
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Mim teases new project; Fans speculate Razz being co-star
Blending reality with imagination, the story explores various facets of love and human choices. The government-funded film “Jibon Opera” is expected to target mainstream audiences. The filmmakers and production team
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25 years on, ‘Hridoypur’ remains close to listeners’ hearts
Released in 2000 under the Soundtek banner, “Hridoypur” has now completed 25 years. Yet, even after all these years, its songs remain vibrant and alive. These evergreen tracks continue to
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Bangladesh
The untold story of the only indigenous woman awarded the Bir Protik title
Kankan Heninchita Bir Protik: A Khasi woman turned fearless spy
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CU teacher harassed, dragged by Cucsu leaders
A teacher supervising the first-year undergraduate admission test at Chittagong University was reportedly physically harassed and forcibly taken to the proctor’s office by Chittagong University Central Students’ Union (Cucsu) leaders
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Asif Nazrul: Freedom of expression belongs to everyone except the govt
Law Adviser Dr Asif Nazrul on Saturday said freedom of expression belongs to everyone except the government, underscoring the need for tolerance, accountability, and long-term reform as Bangladesh heads toward
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Indian High Commissioner meets Tarique Rahman
Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma paid a courtesy call on Bangladesh Nationalist Party chairman Tarique Rahman. The meeting took place at the BNP Chairman's office in Gulshan around
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Titas resumes supply, gas pressure to improve gradually
Titas Gas Transmission and Distribution PLC has resumed gas supply to pipelines in the Mirpur Road area after replacing a ruptured valve. However, it may take several more hours for
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Probe opens into 'hill-cutting' at Ramgarh Port
The Ministry of Shipping has launched an investigation into allegations that hills were cut to fill land for the development of Ramgarh Land Port in Khagrachhari. The probe team visited
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8 hurt in cement factory blast
At least eight workers have been injured as a boiler exploded at an Akij Cement plant in Bandar Upazila of Narayanganj. They have been taken to the National Burn and
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International
New United States ambassador to Bangladesh Brent Christensen sworn in
Newly appointed United States ambassador to Bangladesh Brent Christensen was sworn in at the United States State Department in Washington, marking the beginning of his new diplomatic assignment, the US
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Trump says US will deal with Greenland easy way or hard way
US President Donald Trump on Friday again suggested the use of force to seize Greenland as he brushed aside Denmark’s sovereignty over the autonomous Arctic island. “We are going to
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Greenland’s political parties: We don’t want to be Americans
“We don’t want to be Americans,” Greenland’s political parties said after US President Donald Trump again suggested using force to seize the mineral-rich Danish autonomous territory. The statement late Friday
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Bangladesh, United States discuss upcoming polls, economy, Rohingya issues
Bangladesh and the United States have discussed upcoming elections in Bangladesh, economic and trade relations, Rohingya issue and regional matters...
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Iran protests continue, death toll rises to 51, says rights body
Protests have taken place across Iran for 13 days in a movement sparked by anger over the rising cost of living that is now marked by calls for the end
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Tarique discusses party vision, trade, economy, global ties with diplomats
Bangladesh Nationalist Party acting chairman Tarique Rahman on Friday held separate meetings with diplomats of Australia, Germany and Pakistan, focusing on the party’s vision for governance and the country’s future.
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Sport
Sabalenka storms into third straight Brisbane final
Aryna Sabalenka beat Karolina Muchova in straight sets to reach her third Brisbane International final in a row on Saturday, a week ahead of the Australian Open
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Switzerland battle into United Cup final in searing temperature
Stan Wawrinka lost in three sets in gruelling Sydney heat of more than 40C but Switzerland beat Belgium on Saturday to reach their first United Cup final
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Alcaraz beats Sinner in sold-out South Korea exhibition match
Carlos Alcaraz beat great rival Jannik Sinner in a light-hearted sell-out exhibition match in South Korea on Saturday ahead of the Australian Open
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Gill calls it 'destiny' after shock T20 World Cup snub
Test and ODI skipper Shubman Gill on Saturday said he respected the Indian selectors' shock decision to drop him from the squad for the T20 World Cup on home soil,
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Diaz nets again as Morocco, Senegal march on to AFCON semis
Hosts Morocco kept their dream of winning the Africa Cup of Nations in front of their own fans alive with a 2-0 victory over Cameroon in the quarter-finals on Friday,
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Politics
Bangladesh must not return to pre-August 5 condition: Tarique Rahman
Bangladesh Nationalist Party chairman Tarique Rahman on Saturday said that his party would lead the nation in the right direction if it comes to power, stressing that the country must
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Three people arrested over Swechchhasebak Dal leader murder in Dhaka
The Detective Branch of the police have arrested three people in connection with the killing Swechchhasebak Dal leader Azizur Rahman Musabbir, who was shot dead in Dhaka city...
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Jamaat’s aspirant for Cox's Bazar-2 seat Hamidur gets candidature back
The Election Commission on Saturday declared the candidature of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islam’s aspirant for Cox’s Bazar-2 AHM Hamidur Rahman Azad valid after hearing his appeal petition...
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হজরত ইব্রাহিম (আ.)-এর কোরবানির সঙ্গে রাজনৈতিক কোরবানির তুলনা করে দেওয়া এক বক্তব্যকে কেন্দ্র করে তীব্র সমালোচনার মুখে পড়েছেন রংপুর মহানগর জামায়াতে ইসলামীর আমির ও কাউনিয়া–পীরগাছা আসনের প্রাথমিক মনোনীত প্রার্থী এটিএম
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Business
BB governor: Islamic banking not just religious sentiment, but complete economic system
Governor of Bangladesh Bank Ahsan H Mansur on Saturday said that Islamic banking is not just a matter of religious sentiment, but rather a complete economic system. He also hoped
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CPD: Rising debt servicing signals deeper economic risks amid election year
As Bangladesh heads into an election year, warning signs are emerging across key economic indicators: rising debt servicing costs, persistent revenue shortfalls, fragile banks, and rigid domestic prices despite falling
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Bangladesh secures a major breakthrough in the US trade talks
Bangladesh has achieved a major step forward in strengthening mutually beneficial trade relationships with the United States, which could open the door to market access and new opportunities for the
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Editorial
Khaleda Zia’s economic legacy, lessons, and the road ahead
Over the 55 years since Bangladesh's independence, the processes of state-building, political transformation, and economic reconstruction have unfolded in deeply interconnected ways.
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The consequences of being trigger-happy
Minneapolis is once again the focus of debates about violence involving law enforcement after an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and killed Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother, in
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Policy promises, political reality and questions BNP must address
BNP shifts from slogans to policy in Bangladesh politics. This analysis asks whether its welfare cards and plans can survive costs, implementation, and political reality.
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South Asia: SAARC’s revival should be a diplomatic priority
Multilateral diplomacy in South Asia has all but ground to a halt. Bangladesh–India bilateral engagement is at a low ebb. Geopolitical relations are marked by deep unease. With the exception
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Entertainment
Tahsan says, 'The news of our separation is true'
Popular singer and actor Tahsan Khan has himself put an end to the ongoing speculation about his personal life. For the first time, Tahsan has clearly confirmed his separation from
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Three new multiplexes to open in 2026
As single-screen cinemas continue to shut down one after another, three new multiplexes are set to open in Narayanganj, Shariatpur and Bogura in 2026.
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Violence, perserverence, transformation: Siam Ahmed dissects ‘Rakkhosh’
On the very first day of the new year, Siam Ahmed sent a clear message to audiences: ‘hold on tight to your cinema seats’. With a daring new slate of
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Health
Health records could help spot diabetes early
Diabetes is often thought of as an individual condition, but growing evidence suggests it can affect entire households.
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When a small crack becomes a crisis: The truth about giant toenail infections
Toenail infections might seem like minor inconveniences, but medical experts warn they can spiral into severe complications if ignored. Known in medical terms as onychomycosis or paronychia, these infections occur
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