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Structure of the local government system in Bangladesh: Explained
Explore Bangladesh's layered local government system, from union parishads to city corporations.
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Why Maria’s story matters in Bangladesh’s mental health crisis
Empower your journey by following Maria’s transition from Miss Universe Bangladesh to founding Moshal. Overcoming clinical depression in Dhaka, she provides accessible mental healthcare and Diana Award-winning advocacy, proving resilience
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15 killed as Greek coastguard vessel, migrant boat collide
Greek authorities on Wednesday blamed human traffickers for a collision between a coastguard vessel and a migrant boat which official said left at least 15 people dead, including four women...
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Libya probes killing of late ruler Gaddafi’s son
Libyan prosecutors said Wednesday they were investigating the killing of Seif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of slain ruler Muammar Gaddafi, in the city of Zintan...
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Andrew leaves Windsor home
Britain’s former prince Andrew has moved from his luxurious Windsor home to a royal estate in eastern England, the BBC reported Tuesday, as he faces renewed scrutiny over his ties
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Iran formally allows women to ride motorcycles
Women in Iran can now formally obtain a licence to ride a motorcycle, local media reported Wednesday, ending years of legal ambiguity surrounding two-wheelers...
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Bangladesh
Candidates face citizens' questions ahead of polls in Rajshahi
With the 13th national parliamentary election approaching, Sushasoner Jonno Nagorik (SUJON) organized a public forum in Rajshahi to enhance voter awareness and promote candidates' accountability. The programme, titled "No Position
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Entrepreneurship fair held at GUST
An entrepreneurship fair was organized at Gopalganj University of Science and Technology (GUST) to inspire students to develop innovative ideas and pursue entrepreneurial ventures. The fair, arranged by the Office
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In this country, even grief has a hierarchy
Some receive protection, others threats
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August 5 will return if administration turns against people: Hasnat
NCP leader warns against vote rigging, corruption, and biased media coverage
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A ‘covert political force’ emerged as new oppressors: Tarique Rahman
Hopes of ending authoritarian practices after Aug 2024 remain unfulfilled, he says
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Islami Andolan unveils manifesto pledging Islamic principles in governance
Party says Islam offers a complete framework for justice, accountability, and state administration
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1,051 executive magistrates to perform election duty: Ministry
They will conduct mobile courts to maintain law and order
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International
Tropical Cuba registers freezing temperature
Cuba registered a record low of zero degrees Tuesday, the first time freezing point has been documented on the Caribbean island, according to its Institute of Meteorology.
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Diego Garcia Base: US, UK to work closely to keep the base operating
US President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer have agreed to work “closely” to maintain the key Diego Garcia military base in the Indian Ocean following recent criticism
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Gold climbs back near $5,100 as US-Iran tensions flare
Silver gains over 5%, platinum group metals up over 4%
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Saudi Arabia to provide passports for kingdom’s beloved camels
Kingdom also hosts beauty contests for camels at annual festivals
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Iran formally allows women to ride motorcycles
Previously, the law did not explicitly prohibit women from riding motorbikes and scooters, but in practice authorities refused to issue licences
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Global stocks fluctuate, gold price rises
European and Asian stock markets struggled for direction Wednesday following a tech-fuelled sell-off on Wall Street, while precious metals recovered further with gold trading above $5,000 an ounce...
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Almost 200 separatists killed after attacks in Pakistan
Pakistan’s security forces have killed almost 200 separatist insurgents in southwestern Balochistan province since they launched a wave of attacks over the weekend, a security official said Wednesday, taking the
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Technology
Infostealers target macOS with fake ads and installers, Microsoft says
Microsoft has warned that information-stealing cyberattacks are increasingly targeting Apple’s macOS, marking a shift beyond their traditional focus on Windows systems as attackers adopt cross-platform tools and distribution methods.
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Sport
Newell's Old Boys eye Messi return in 2027 for boyhood homecoming
A team executive confirmed that it's trying to entice Messi to return to his boyhood club for the first half of 2027.
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Bangladesh march into final unbeaten
Bangladesh stormed into the final of the SAFF Women’s U-19 Championship with their third win on the trot, after handing a 4-0 defeat to hosts Nepal in their final group
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Australia, Japan interested in hosting 2035 Asian Cup
Australia, South Korea and Kuwait have formally expressed interest in hosting the 2035 Asian Cup in addition to bidding for the 2031 tournament, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) said on
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MCC brings in 73 law changes, makes final over mandatory
The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) on Tuesday unveiled a wide-ranging update to the Laws of Cricket, introducing 73 material changes aimed at making the game fairer, clearer and more in
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McCullum praises 'tough lad' Brook's response to NZ controversy
England head coach Brendon McCullum is impressed with white-ball captain Harry Brook for his deft handling of a recent controversy and leading the team to a series victory in Sri
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আলোচিত
ইসলামী আন্দোলন কতটা চাপে ফেলছে জামায়াতকে: জাহেদ উর রহমান
ত্রয়োদশ জাতীয় সংসদ নির্বাচন সামনে রেখে ইসলামী আন্দোলন বাংলাদেশের আলাদা অবস্থান জামায়াতে ইসলামীর জন্য ক্রমেই বড় রাজনৈতিক ও আদর্শিক চ্যালেঞ্জ হয়ে উঠছে।রাজনৈতিক বিশ্লেষক জাহেদ উর রহমান মনে করেন,
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জামায়াত আমিরের অশালিন মন্তব্যের প্রতিবাদে সিরাজগঞ্জে নারীদের ঝাড়ু মিছিল
জামায়াতে ইসলামীর আমির ডা. শফিকুর রহমানের সামাজিক যোগাযোগমাধ্যম এক্স হ্যান্ডেলে কুরুচিপূর্ণ মন্তব্য করার প্রতিবাদে সিরাজগঞ্জের বেলকুচিতে ঝাড়ু মিছিল করেছে নারীরা।
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প্রশাসন জনগণের বিরুদ্ধে গেলে আবারও ৫ আগস্ট হবে: হাসনাত আব্দুল্লাহ
জাতীয় নাগরিক পার্টি (এনসিপির) দক্ষিনাঞ্চলীয় মুখ্য সংগঠক হাসনাত আব্দুল্লাহ প্রশাসনের সমালোচনা করে বলেছেন, আপনারা যদি বাংলাদেশ জনগণের বিরুদ্ধে যান তবে আবার ৫ আগস্ট আবার নেমে আসবে। ভোট চোরদের হাতে যদি
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এক্সিম ব্যাংক কর্মকর্তাকে মারধরের অভিযোগ জামায়াত প্রার্থীর বিরুদ্ধে
এক্সিম ব্যাংকের এক ম্যানেজারকে মারধর করে নাক ফাটিয়ে দেওয়ার অভিযোগ উঠেছে জামায়াতে ইসলামীর বিরুদ্ধে। এসময় সেখানে ঢাকা-১৭ আসনের বাংলাদেশ জামায়াতে ইসলামীর প্রার্থী এসএম খালেদুজ্জামানকে
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চাঁপাইনবাবগঞ্জে ‘জামায়াতের ৩০ কর্মীর’ বিএনপিতে যোগদান, জামায়াত বলছে ‘আওয়ামী লীগের কর্মী’
চাঁপাইনবাবগঞ্জের শিবগঞ্জে জামায়াতে ইসলামীর ৩০ জন কর্মী-সমর্থক বিএনপিতে যোগ দিয়েছেন।
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ধানের শীষের স্লোগান দেওয়া ভাইরাল হওয়া শিশুর ওপর হামলা
লক্ষ্মীপুর-২ (রায়পুর-সদর একাংশ) বিএনপির প্রার্থী আবুল খায়ের ভুঁইয়ার পথসভায় ধানের শীষের স্লোগান দিয়ে ভাইরাল হওয়া মেহেদী হাসান (১২) নামে পঞ্চম শ্রেণির এক শিশুর ওপ
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Politics
Tarique describes Jamaat as ‘secret organisation’, warns of fresh source of oppression
Bangladesh Nationalist Party chairman Tarique Rahman on Wednesday described Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami as a ‘secret organisation’ and warned that it has reemerged as a fresh source of political oppression in the
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If elected, BNP to make women self-reliant: Tarique
Bangladesh Nationalist Party chairman Tarique Rahman on Wednesday described Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami as a ‘secret organisation’ and warned that it has reemerged as a fresh source of political oppression in the
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Sherpur-3 election to be postponed: EC Masud
Bangladesh election commission on Wednesday postponed the election of the Sherpur-3 constituency following the death of Jamaat-e-Islami-nominated candidate and district Jamaat secretary Nuruzzaman Badal.
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Business
Chittagong port work stoppage: Export goods worth Tk 80b stuck
Chittagong Port exports 2,000 to 2,500 containers of goods daily under normal conditions. However, on the second consecutive day of the ongoing work stoppage, not a single container of goods
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Global law firm hired for S Alam arbitration
Bangladesh’s interim government has appointed international law firm White & Case LLP to defend the country in an arbitration case filed by S Alam Group.
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Bangladesh to sign first-ever EPA with Japan tomorrow
Bangladesh is stepping into a new phase of trade diplomacy as it signs its first Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) with Japan tomorrow, a deal meant to preserve duty-free market access
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Editorial
No alternative to better public health
With World Cancer Day held yesterday, and with our country’s growing cancer crisis, there is a deeper malaise that is more prevalent now than ever before: Our health system remains
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Better health starts with our meals
With Bangladesh increasingly suffering from non-communicable diseases (NCDs), it is imperative that - while medical interventions are important, and while environmental factors such as the worsening air quality must also
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Political parties make extensive promises on policy issues
Only a few days remain before the election. Campaigning is now at its peak. As in previous elections, political parties have once again placed many policy promises before the public.
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Pledge of the National Food Safety Day
There are few places in the world where food safety is compromised as widely as it is done in this part of the world for enhancing profit. From production, storing
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Election 2026: What will be the voters’ final verdict?
In a week, people of Bangladesh will be voting in a historic election. Questions abound in the social circles: Will the interim government succeed in organizing a free and fair
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Entertainment
She made me who I am: Abul Hayat on 56 years with wife Shirin
The actor credited much of his personal and professional stability to his wife, Shirin. “Her contribution is immense. After marriage, I was working, acting, dedicating long hours to theatre and
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‘I have no rivalry with Shakib Khan,’ says Siam Ahmed
Actor Siam Ahmed has said he does not see Dhallywood megastar Shakib Khan as a competitor, stressing that his only focus is improving his own work as an actor.
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Wedding speculation intensifies around Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda
Speculation around the much-talked-about wedding of Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda has intensified after the actress appeared to subtly acknowledge reports about their marriage date. For weeks, reports have suggested
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Megha sings ‘Obishwasher Deshe’, a musical message for grown-ups
The music video of “Obishwasher Deshe” has been released under the “Ek Nirjharer Gaan” project on the YouTube channel “Gaanshala EKNC”. The video, featuring Megha as the model, has been
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Health
Awareness, early cancer detection can save both lives and cost
The lack of awareness and delayed diagnosis are the biggest challenges for Bangladesh's fight against cancer, said Sakif Shamim, Managing Director of Labaid Cancer Hospital and Super Speciality Centre. According
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Feeling panic after Dhaka’s earthquake? Expert tips to cope and stay safe
Experts urge Dhaka residents to manage earthquake anxiety by keeping routines steady, relying on supportive relationships
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Life style
Interior trends to look out for in 2026
Why do trends matter, really? Whether you are a follower or an anti-trend rebel in interior choices, you certainly do not want to invest a hefty amount in something outdated.
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